2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity
Fuel tank capacity
36.0gal · 136 L
The 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD has a fuel tank capacity of 36.0 gallons (136 liters) on every trim.
36.0 gal · Bigger than 98% of 2011 models we list.
Listed separately: 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 (26.0–34.0 gal), 2011 GMC Sierra 3500HD (36.0 gal).
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2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD fuel tank capacity by trim
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- Drive
- no difference
- Cab
- no difference
- Bed
- no difference
All 30 trims
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Tank | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Denali 4dr Crew Cab SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 2dr Regular Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Crew Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Crew Cab SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Extended Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Extended Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLE 4dr Extended Cab SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Crew Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Crew Cab SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Extended Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Extended Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| SLT 4dr Extended Cab SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 2dr Regular Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 2dr Regular Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Extended Cab 4WD LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · 4WD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | 4WD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Extended Cab LB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| Work Truck 4dr Extended Cab SB 6.0L 8cyl 6A · RWD | 6.0L 8cyl 6A | RWD | 36.0 gal136 L | |||
| No trim matches all of these filters. | ||||||
Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. The EPA doesn't rate fuel economy for heavy-duty pickups and vans (over 8,500 lb gross vehicle weight), so these trims have no official MPG or range.
What it costs to fill up a 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD
$153.72 to fill the 36.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.
| Tank | Fuel | US avg / gal | From empty | From 1/4 tank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.0 gal | Regular | $4.27 | $153.72 | $115.29 |
By region, 36.0-gallon tank
| Region | Regular / gal | Fill from empty |
|---|---|---|
| East Coast | $4.02 | $144.72 |
| Midwest | $4.27 | $153.72 |
| Gulf CoastLowest | $3.70 | $133.20 |
| Rocky Mountain | $4.46 | $160.56 |
| West Coast | $5.42 | $195.12 |
| CaliforniaHighest | $5.89 | $212.04 |
Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.
Your own price
- 36.0-gallon tank$153.72
Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.
Sierra 2500HD tank size in other years
The tank changed for 2011: 36.0 gal, up from 26.0–34.0 gal on the 2010 Sierra 2500HD.
| Model year | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Sierra 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2015 Sierra 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2014 Sierra 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2013 Sierra 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2012 Sierra 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2011 Sierra 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2010 Sierra 2500HD | 26.0–34.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2009 Sierra 2500HD | 26.0–34.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2008 Sierra 2500HD | 26.0–34.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2007 Sierra 2500HD | 26.0–34.0 gal | Not rated |
| 2006 Sierra 2500HD | 26.0–34.0 gal | Not rated |
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2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD vs similar 2011 pickups
The Sierra 2500HD has the largest tank of the five 2011 pickups compared here, 36.0 gallons against 36.0 for the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD.
| 2011 model | Tank | Longest highway range |
|---|---|---|
| GMC Sierra 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD | 36.0 gal | Not rated |
| Ford F-150 | 26.0–36.0 gal | 756 mi |
| Ram 2500 | 34.0–35.0 gal | Not rated |
| Toyota Tundra | 26.4 gal | 528 mi |
Other 2011 pickups of a similar size, one model per brand.
2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD fuel system recalls
None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD involve the fuel system.
2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD fuel pump and gauge parts
NHTSA lists no fuel-system recall for the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD, so a failed pump or gauge is a normal repair. These are the part numbers the makers list for it.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD?
The 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD holds 36.0 gallons (136 liters) on every trim we list.
How many gallons and liters does the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD gas tank hold?
The 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD tank holds 136 liters, or 36.0 gallons in US gallons.
Does 4WD change the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD gas tank?
No. 4WD and RWD versions of the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD use the same 36.0 gal tank.
What gas does the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD take?
Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.
How much does it cost to fill up a 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD?
At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 36.0-gallon tank from empty costs $153.72. It ranges from $133.20 in the Gulf Coast to $212.04 in California.
How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD?
About 223 pounds for the 36.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.
Does the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD?
No, they match: both top out at 36.0 gallons in 2011.
Has the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?
No. None of the 4 recalls NHTSA lists for the 2011 GMC Sierra 2500HD involve the fuel system.
Sources
- Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
- MPG and range: EPA ratings. Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
- Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
- Recalls: NHTSA recall database (GMC fuel system recalls).
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