A Rundown Of GMs SUVs
Gms version of the suv comes in a couple different varieties, like the yukon and denali. The yukon is just a really fancy tahoe. So the yukon xl would be the fancy suburban. And to top it off, you got the denali which is the fanciest of them all.
You can get the yukon xl in either the 1/2 ton 1500 or the 3/4 ton 2500. In the denalis, you get front bucket seats but will have to ask to replace a 3 person bench if you want them in a yukon. You can also replace the next row from a bench to bucket seats. The third row bench comes with the yukon xls and denalis, but you will have to ask for it with the regular yukon.
The powerful v8 engine comes standard in all models, but varies a little in each. The yukon gets the 4.8l engine standard which pumps out 285 hp. The yukon xl will get the 5.3l engine standard and that cranks out 295 hp. The standard engine for the denali is the 6.0l, which has an impressive 335 hp. The yukon xl gets a 6.0l engine with the option to go with the 8.1l engine.
No matter which model you go with, you get automatic transmission in each. The denali comes with all wheel drive standard. The yukon you got a choice bewteen rear wheel drive or an autotrac 4 wheel drive. If you go with a yukon xl 2500 2wd, you get traction control.
All models have antilock 4-wheel disc brakes and a tire-pressure monitor. GM’s Stabilitrak antiskid system became standard for Yukon 1500 and Denali models during the ’05 model year. Front side airbags are standard on Denalis, available elsewhere. Optional for XL 2500s is GM’s Quadrasteer 4-wheel steering, which reduces the turning circle at low speeds and is designed to enhance stability at higher speeds and when towing.
The wheels that come standard on the yukon are 16 inch alloy, with the option to go with 17 inch. The 17 inch wheels of course come standard on the denalis. You will also have the option on the denalis to go with 20 inch wheels. Onstar is built in and included on all models.
Denalis come with power-adjustable pedals and a multizone automatic climate system with front/rear controls. All are available for Yukons. Optional for all models is an audio/navigation system, which adds a control touch screen.
We have no specifics yet about the redesign itself, but look for huskier styling, slightly larger dimensions, and a possible switch to independent rear suspension. The last would help ride and handling and also make room for a fold-flush 3rd-row seat to match Ford Expedition. A new “strong hybrid” gas-electric powertrain option is rumored for some near-term point.
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