Used value estimate
2016 GMC Sierra 1500 value
By Hari Vinayak · Updated 2026-06-12
Quick answer
A 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 in good condition with average mileage (about 125,000 miles) is worth roughly $18,050 in a private-party sale — a fair range of $16,600 to $19,500, or about $20,750 at a dealer. Note: 2016 is a flagged year for this model (2014–2019) — Lifter failures plus 8-speed shudder — the same cluster as the Silverado twin. Expect to pay at the lower end and budget for that risk.
Estimated value by mileage
Good condition, clean title. Mileage is the biggest single factor at this age.
| Mileage | Miles | Fair value | Private party |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower mileage | 85,000 | $21,550 | $19,850–$23,250 |
| Average mileage | 125,000 | $18,050 | $16,600–$19,500 |
| Higher mileage | 170,000 | $14,150 | $13,000–$15,300 |
Is 2016 a good year to buy?
2016 is a flagged year (2014–2019): Lifter failures plus 8-speed shudder — the same cluster as the Silverado twin.
See all GMC Sierra 1500 years to avoidWhat to check before you pay
- AFM/DFM lifter collapse (5.3/6.2) — cold ticking, misfires, check-engine history
- 2014–2019 8-speed: torque converter shudder ('Chevy shake') — GM's fluid change helps; ask if it was done
- AC condenser failures, especially 2014–2018 — confirm cold AC
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