Why Buy 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 near Ankeny Iowa
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The 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 enjoys a strong following among truck owners. Perhaps this is because this truck has it all in terms of bold design and sturdy construction. Prospective truck owners who are asking themselves "Why buy a Sierra in 2018 when there are so many new trucks on the market?" need only take a look at the specs behind the Sierra 1500 to see why this truck is so prevalent on our roads today.
Exterior features
The design team of the Sierra 1500 has appointed the 2018 Sierra with striking looks and large grille designs. These designs contain the distinctive Sierra cutout grille, chrome moldings and angular wheel openings. Adding its appearance is GMC Signature high performance LED lighting and LED fog lamps.
Lighting is a strong feature on this truck, with available LED cargo box and tail lamps. Another innovative feature are lights which use their patented "IntelliBeam" technology. This technology autonomously turns high beam headlights on or off depending upon surrounding traffic situations.
Interior features
The Sierra 1500 provides a quiet cabin experience for both the driver and passenger. Comfort is a strong king when you consider its bucket seats, available leather seating and wrapped steering wheel. The door trim and instrument panel is also soft to the touch, while accent trim and contrast color stitching can be found on the center console.
A large cabin console is sufficient in size to hold a laptop or document folders. It supports 12 volt charging outlets and USB ports, so helpful for those who literally use their truck for work. A 110 volt power outlet is also available as an option. Cab storage is provided by locking units under the front bench seats on SLT and SLE models.
The Infotainment System in the 2018 GMC Sierra is additionally noteworthy of attention. It features a customizable eight inch touch screen with navigation, Apple Car Play and Android Auto capabilities. All of these respond to voice commands, allowing drivers to use media services in a hands free manner while on the road.
Media options have been programmed to integrate with most smart phones for further hands free communication. Another popular option is an on-board 4G wifi hotspot. This grants truck users internet access while on the road and connects to both Android and Apple mobile devices.
Mechanical and Powertrain information
The 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 is known for power and serious traction on a variety of road conditions. It can be ordered with a 6.2 liter V8 engine or an EcoTec3 5.3 liter V8 eAssist engine for greater fuel efficiency. Truck owners who enjoy off-road adventures may feel more confidential ordering their truck with Hill Descent Control for rough terrain driving. An "Eaton automatic locking" feature is also able to lock rear wheels when slippery surfaces are detected for added traction and improved control in potentially dangerous situations.
Braking systems are additionally strong, as befits a truck of this nature. Standard brakes come with "Trailer Sway Control" systems and a Hill Start Assist. This feature holds the brakes in place to give drivers a short period of time to switch from the brake pedal to the accelerator under certain conditions. Also standard on this model are powertrain grade braking systems with a towing and haul mode. Available as an added buyer option, an integrated Trailer controller literally gives drivers "fingertip control" and allows for easy monitoring of a trailer's brakes while in motion.
Safety features
GMC includes a standard group of safety features that answer the question of "Why buy" a Sierra instead of one its competitors. Standard safety assets include a rear vision camera and a vibrating seat to keep drivers awake with short timed alerts. Front and rear parking assist mechanisms work to guide a truck this size into parking spaces with ease.
A Lane Keep Assist warns drivers if they should unintentionally drift over highway lane markings by guiding the truck back into its lane. At any time, drivers can disable this feature with a button on the dashboard if necessary. The Forward Collision Alert is engineered to provide visual and audio clues to the driver to signal if a collision is about to occur. In the event of a crash, the front cab contains front and side airbags to lessen the impact.
Why buy the new 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 at Watters Autoland?
Serving Ankeny Iowa for many years, Watters Autoland understands the needs of car, SUV and truck buyers. They offer Ankeny area specials both on their web pages and on location in their showroom. By visiting their online showroom, prospective auto buyers can see detailed specifications for every one of GMC's newest models, manufacturer's photographs and exciting video entries. To learn more about any particular model of car, truck or SUV, website viewers can contact Watters Autoland directly or enjoy a "Chat" online with one of their Sales Representatives about Ankeny area specials.
For prospective truck buyers who still remain on the fence about whether this truck is right for them, the best thing to do is visit a dealer showroom serving Ankeny Iowa in person and take a test drive. This can be done either via appointment easily booked online or over the phone with the dealership. Further serving Ankeny Iowa residents, walk-in customers are warmly welcomed. With this in mind, there are no shortage of ways to obtain Ankeny area specials when buying your next vehicle.