Car financing: 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.

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Combined
11.2 to 16.6 L/100 km
Recalls
6

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GMC Sierra of the 2007 to 2013 generation
Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo, not one of our cars

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

2012 GMC Sierra powertrains
SpecPowertrain 1Powertrain 2Powertrain 3Powertrain 4Powertrain 5Powertrain 6Powertrain 7Powertrain 8Powertrain 9Powertrain 10
Engine6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid5.3L 8-cylinder4.3L 6-cylinder5.3L 8-cylinder4.8L 8-cylinder4.3L 6-cylinder4.8L 8-cylinder6.2L 8-cylinder6.2L 8-cylinder
DriveFour-wheel driveRear-wheel driveRear-wheel driveRear-wheel driveFour-wheel driveRear-wheel driveFour-wheel driveFour-wheel driveRear-wheel driveFour-wheel drive
TransmissionAutomatic (CVT)Automatic (CVT)6-speed automatic4-speed automatic6-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed automatic4-speed automatic6-speed automatic6-speed automatic
FuelHybrid (gas)Hybrid (gas)Regular gasRegular gasRegular gasRegular gasRegular gasRegular gasRegular gasRegular gas
City12.0 L/100 km11.9 L/100 km15.6 L/100 km15.5 L/100 km16.0 L/100 km16.9 L/100 km16.6 L/100 km17.8 L/100 km18.7 L/100 km19.2 L/100 km
Highway10.3 L/100 km10.3 L/100 km11.0 L/100 km11.7 L/100 km11.3 L/100 km12.4 L/100 km13.3 L/100 km13.4 L/100 km13.4 L/100 km13.4 L/100 km
Combined11.2 L/100 km11.2 L/100 km13.6 L/100 km13.8 L/100 km13.9 L/100 km14.8 L/100 km15.2 L/100 km15.8 L/100 km16.3 L/100 km16.6 L/100 km
CO₂263 g/km263 g/km316 g/km325 g/km325 g/km345 g/km345 g/km368 g/km394 g/km394 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

2012 GMC Sierra figures by powertrain
FigurePowertrain 1Powertrain 2Powertrain 3Powertrain 4Powertrain 5Powertrain 6Powertrain 7Powertrain 8Powertrain 9Powertrain 10
Displacement6.0 L6.0 L5.3 L4.3 L5.3 L4.8 L4.3 L4.8 L6.2 L6.2 L
Cylinders8886886888
MPG city (US)20201515151414131312
MPG highway (US)23232220211918181818
MPG combined (US)21211817171616151414
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)25252220201919181717
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$3,200US$3,200US$3,825US$3,950US$3,950US$4,200US$4,200US$4,450US$4,800US$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.
2012 GMC Sierra recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
21V0510002021-02-05air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleGeneral 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,...
21V0540002021-02-05air bags:frontal:passenger side:inflator moduleGeneral 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...
18V2670002018-04-26equipmentGeneral 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...
17V6640002017-10-19fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tankGeneral 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.
14V8270002014-12-30electrical system:ignitionGeneral 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...
13V6150002013-12-11fuel system, dieselGeneral 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 for buyers

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. Before buying the 2012 GMC Sierra, read what the figures say and how to try one first.

Before you sign for the Sierra

Look at the tires, brakes and battery; they are costly to replace. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay.

Under the hood

The 6.0L 8-cylinder hybrid does the work, through an automatic (CVT). It is a hybrid: the battery charges itself as you drive and brake, so there is nothing to plug in. Four-wheel drive helps on rough ground and deep snow; on dry roads it behaves like any other vehicle.

Its combined rating is 11.2 L/100 km, which means roughly 34 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, 1,000 km costs about $173.60. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,200 a year for 15,000 miles.

Is it right for your trip?

It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one.

Space, size and seats

A pickup is long and tall, so plan for parking and low garages.

Drive it on your own roads

A week with the Sierra answers more than any brochure. Rent first, buy later: a week with the Sierra answers the big questions. Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience.

Choosing the right one

Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires.

Money matters

A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary.

Ready when you are

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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.

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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.

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.

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.