2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Speaker Sizes
The 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 speaker size chart provides factory audio specifications for replacement or aftermarket installations. Information includes speaker locations within the door panels, center console, and A-pillar. Data covers specifications needed for system enhancements, detailing which speaker types are installed at each position from the factory to facilitate aftermarket audio component installations.
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| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-Pillar | 0.75 | Tweeter |
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| Center Console | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Door Panel | 5.25 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Speaker Replacement Summary
4
total positions
2
easy to replace
1
high priority
1
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 1Replacement priority:
High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 12013 GMC Sierra 1500 Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The A-pillar location in the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 accommodates 0.75 inch tweeters, which suggests this position was designed specifically for high-frequency reproduction rather than full-range sound output.
- Front door panels accept 6.5 inch speakers compatible with both midbass and full-range designs, indicating these positions likely serve as the primary sound source for front seat occupants.
- The center console includes a 6.5 inch speaker location that accepts midbass or full-range units, which may function as a fill speaker to improve soundstage and vocal clarity.
- Rear door panels utilize 5.25 inch speakers in midbass or full-range configurations, providing a smaller driver size compared to the front positions.
- The size difference between front door (6.5 inch) and rear door (5.25 inch) speakers in the 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 suggests the factory configuration prioritized front soundstage over rear passenger audio output.
- Tweeter replacement at the A-pillar positions would potentially address high-frequency detail and imaging without requiring modification to larger speaker locations.
- The availability of both single DIN and double DIN radio compatibility provides flexibility when considering aftermarket head unit installations that might drive upgraded speakers.
- Full-range speaker options at the door and console positions could simplify replacement by eliminating the need for separate crossover components in some installation scenarios.
- Midbass-specific speakers at the 6.5 inch and 5.25 inch locations would likely require pairing with the A-pillar tweeters or additional high-frequency drivers for complete frequency response.
- The console speaker position at 6.5 inches matches the front door size, which might facilitate using identical speaker models for tonal consistency across these three locations.