Auto loans: 2012 GMC Sierra
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.2 to 16.6 L/100 km combined (EPA). 6 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.2 to 16.6 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 6
For sale
We do not have a 2012 GMC Sierra for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 GMC Sierra specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 | Powertrain 9 | Powertrain 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid | 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid | 5.3L 8-cylinder | 4.3L 6-cylinder | 5.3L 8-cylinder | 4.8L 8-cylinder | 4.3L 6-cylinder | 4.8L 8-cylinder | 6.2L 8-cylinder | 6.2L 8-cylinder |
| Drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Four-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Automatic (CVT) | Automatic (CVT) | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 12.0 L/100 km | 11.9 L/100 km | 15.6 L/100 km | 15.5 L/100 km | 16.0 L/100 km | 16.9 L/100 km | 16.6 L/100 km | 17.8 L/100 km | 18.7 L/100 km | 19.2 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.3 L/100 km | 10.3 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km | 11.7 L/100 km | 11.3 L/100 km | 12.4 L/100 km | 13.3 L/100 km | 13.4 L/100 km | 13.4 L/100 km | 13.4 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.2 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 13.6 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km | 13.9 L/100 km | 14.8 L/100 km | 15.2 L/100 km | 15.8 L/100 km | 16.3 L/100 km | 16.6 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 263 g/km | 263 g/km | 316 g/km | 325 g/km | 325 g/km | 345 g/km | 345 g/km | 368 g/km | 394 g/km | 394 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $17.36 | $17.36 | $21.08 | $21.39 | $21.55 | $22.94 | $23.56 | $24.49 | $25.27 | $25.73 |
2012 GMC Sierra: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 | Powertrain 8 | Powertrain 9 | Powertrain 10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 6.0 L | 6.0 L | 5.3 L | 4.3 L | 5.3 L | 4.8 L | 4.3 L | 4.8 L | 6.2 L | 6.2 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 20 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 12 |
| MPG highway (US) | 23 | 23 | 22 | 20 | 21 | 19 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (US) | 21 | 21 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 14 | 14 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 25 | 25 | 22 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,200 | US$3,200 | US$3,825 | US$3,950 | US$3,950 | US$4,200 | US$4,200 | US$4,450 | US$4,800 | US$4,800 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,472 | $3,472 | $4,216 | $4,278 | $4,310 | $4,588 | $4,712 | $4,898 | $5,054 | $5,146 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 GMC Sierra
- NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 186 complaints with NHTSA, most often about air bags (55), unknown or other (36) and structure (33). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21V051000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado 1500, Silverado 2500/3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500/3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida,... |
| 21V054000 | 2021-02-05 | air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator module | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 2500, Silverado 3500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 2500, Sierra 3500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of AL, CA, FL, GA, HI, LA, MS, SC, TX, PR, AS, GU, the MP, and... |
| 18V267000 | 2018-04-26 | equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD, 2009 GMC Topkick 5000, 6000, 7000 and 8000 Series and Isuzu F Series, and 2009-2018 Chevrolet Express, and GMC Savana vehicles, equipped with certain Plastic-Handle Fire Extinguishers or Push Button 'Pindicator' Fire... |
| 17V664000 | 2017-10-19 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2011-2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 and GMC Sierra 3500 trucks equipped with dual fuel tanks. The low fuel level sensor for the front tank may stick causing the rear tank to overfill the front tank. |
| 14V827000 | 2014-12-30 | electrical system:ignition | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT, Chevrolet Avalanche, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra LD, Sierra HD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the ignition lock actuator may bind, making turning the... |
| 13V615000 | 2013-12-11 | fuel system, diesel | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Chevrolet Silverado HD and GMC Sierra HD vehicles, equipped with 6.6L diesel engines and dual fuel tanks. In the affected vehicles, the transfer pump which moves fuel from the rear tank to the front tank could malfunction and cause the fuel gauge to... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 GMC Sierra: before you buy
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2012 GMC Sierra for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Buying the 2012 GMC Sierra is a big decision; here is the information we have.
Recalls and complaints
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed.
Specs, explained
It is powered by the 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid, with four-wheel drive. As a hybrid, it does best in stop-and-go traffic, where the electric motor does more of the work. Four-wheel drive helps on rough ground and deep snow; on dry roads it behaves like any other vehicle.
By the EPA's combined rating of 11.2 L/100 km, 300 km takes about 34 litres. In money, 1,000 km costs about $173.60 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.
How big it is
It is built for loads that would never fit in a trunk.
Who the Sierra suits
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Try before you buy
Try the Sierra on your commute, then decide. Rent the Sierra first, and buy only if it fits your life. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$3,200 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.
Year and trim
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Ask us
Want to try before you buy? Ask for your dates.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 GMC Sierra from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 GMC Sierra
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 GMC Sierra for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 GMC Sierra
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 GMC Sierra?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 GMC Sierra before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 GMC Sierra have recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 GMC Sierra cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3472.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.