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GMC Introduces First-Ever 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate

2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate - Front Angle

The GMC Yukon helped create the Denali brand — now the 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate trim elevates the iconic sub-brand.

Distinguished with exterior and interior details, next-level materials, innovative available technologies and impressive capability, the new 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate is the most premium Yukon ever offered.

In addition to its elevated interior and exterior design, Yukon Denali Ultimate introduces the available class-leading, trailering-capable Super Cruise1 driver assistance technology to Yukon, including the capability to automatically change lanes or tow while driving hands-free on compatible roads2.

The 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate also brings elevated comfort and conveniences, such as 16-way power front seats with massage. Additionally, the 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate introduces an advanced 18-speaker Bose Performance Series audio system to GMC for the first time, including head restraint-based speakers for front-row passengers. Etched metal speaker grilles provide an elegant look that fits seamlessly into the premium interior of the Yukon Denali Ultimate.

The 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate goes on sale this fall with a standard 6.2L V-8 or available Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel. Both engines are paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Capability remains important as ever with standard Magnetic Ride Control, standard Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, standard Active Response 4WD™ system with electronic limited-slip differential and Auto Track two-speed transfer case.

May 4, 2022

GMC team reveals new flagship Sierra Denali

2019 GMC Sierra Denali The new 2019 Sierra will try to set new benchmark for capability, refinement and innovation. Arriving at dealership with tons of new features and numerous revisions and changes, GMC Sierra Denali will surely make difference in the world of trucks. Being the flagship in the Sierra lineup, the new guy in the family comes with sexy design and segment-leading technologies. Offered as a crew cap, the model has a lot to offer. So, let’s waste no more time and see what this bad boy has to offer.

Exterior styling

Denali comes with exclusive exterior elements, including revised and multidimensional grille, chrome inserts and body-colored bumpers. Buyers will also benefit from new high-intensity LED headlamps that incorporate C-shaped light blade elements, LED fog lamps and C-shaped LED elements within the taillights. There are also neat 20-inch aluminum wheels as a standard feature, but if this is still not enough for owners, they can always switch to the optional 22-inch variant.

Interior styling

2019 GMC Sierra Denali

There are heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seat and heated leather-wrapped steering wheel as part of the standard equipment. Furthermore, GMC team has included Premium Infotainment System that features 8-inch-diagonal HD color touch screen, embedded navigation and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto phone integration.

Drivetrain system

2019 GMC Sierra Denali

Sierra Denali adopts Adaptive Ride Control system, Traction Select System with selectable driving modes: Tour, Sport, Snow, Off-Road and Tow/Haul. Each one of these setting allows driver and vehicle to deal with every road and off-road challenge.

There’s also Autotrac 2-Speed Transfer Case, and new electro-hydraulic power brake boost system that ensures strong and smooth brake pedal feel even when the vehicle is loaded with cargo or when trailering. This effect is achieved, thanks to installing four-wheel disc brake with larger diameter Duralife brake rotors and larger brake pads.

2019 Sierra Denali is geared with a larger 6.2-liter V8 engine, making it segment’s largest displacement engine. This system generates the massive 420hp and 460lb-ft of torque and is paired to a 10-speed automatic gearbox. Furthermore, it benefits form Dynamic Fuel Management system that allows the engine to operate in 17 different patterns, between two and eight cylinders, depending on demand. How cool is that!

2019 GMC Sierra Denali

So, do you like it? We surely believe that this flagship model will receive the attention it deserves!

Source: GMC

August 23, 2018

GMC Announces Pricing and More Standard Equipment for Acadia Denali

2017 GMC Acadia Side View 2017 GMC Acadia is going to offer more standard equipment to its future customers when it goes on sale this spring. In addition, the vehicle will be priced at a lower starting price which is announced below. The additional features for instance include high-tech tweaks such as IntelliLink system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, expanded range of active safety features, including Front Pedestrian Braking, Safety Alert Seat and the Surround Vision camera system.

Furthermore, the new Acadia is 700 pounds lighter than the outgoing model and includes three rows seating options. Another good news is that the top-of-the-range Acadia Denali returns to the line-up better and stronger than ever. Terrain model offering enhanced off-road capability.

GMC Acadia Rear View

2017 GMC Acadia All Terrain drives along with AWD system with Active Twin Clutch. The other models in the range are driven by the new 2.5L engine as a standard, which drives the front wheels and is expected to offer an estimated 28 mpg on the highway. There is also an available 3.6L V-6 engine, which is more powerful and efficient, rated at 310 hp (231 kW), and offers 4,000 pounds estimated trailering capability. This unit is expected to offer 25 mpg highway fuel economy for the FWD models.

As a contemporary crossover designed for families on the go, the The latest active safety features are also included in the new 2017 Acadia. Depending on the model, these include: Front Pedestrian Braking, Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking (standard on SLT-2 and Denali), Forward Automatic Braking (optional on Denali), Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam automatic headlamp high-beam control, Surround Vision camera system, Safety Alert Seat, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Front and Rear Parking Assist and Forward Collision Alert. As a standard all models will also get a rear seat alert that can remind drivers about items left in the second- and third-row seats.

2017 GMC Acadia has a starting price of $29,995 USD and is scheduled to go on sale this spring.

Acadia SL FWD – $29,995
Acadia SLE FWD – $33,375
Acadia SLE AWD – $35,375
Acadia SLT FWD – $39,275
Acadia SLT AWD – $42,375
Acadia All Terrain AWD – $40,040
Acadia Denali FWD – $45,845
Acadia Denali AWD – $47,845

Source: GMC

February 17, 2016

2016 GMC Yukon Models Are Coming Our Way!

GMC Yukon family expands one more time and the latest models bring the well-known GMC high quality, performance and comfort. For 2016 the brand releases Yukon, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali and Yukon XL Denali. The models include 22-inch wheel options, hands free gadgets and exterior colors.

Let’s see what the latest models have to offer at first glance. 2016 Denali comes with the exclusive 6.2-Liter engine, that delivers 430 hp (308 kW) and 460 lb-ft of torque. All this paired with a eight-speed automatic transmission and further performance and efficiency upgrades.

The Yukon and Yukon XL comes with similar engine and design elements. The XL version is in fact 14 inches longer and provides twice as big cargo room, compared with the Yukon model.

Exterior

The latest GMC models demonstrate elegance and beauty, but also some aerodynamic tweaks, that make the vehicles highly efficient on highway and similar roads. Furthermore all 2016 models come with projector-beam headlamps and the Denali models include signature chrome grille and incredible interior add-ons.

Interior

2016 GMC Yukon - Interior

The inside of the Yukon is carefully crafted and welcomes you into a quiet and comfortable place, created with high-quality components and premium hi-tech gadgets. The team, that created the interior surely paid some attention to the detail and you can see it in the soft-touch instrument panel, console, the French seam stitching and ambient lighting. The

Comfort

2016 GMC Yukon - Interior Detail

The Yukon models deliver incredible capability and refinement with the enhanced chassis and suspension systems. The frame is composed with high-strength steel and the body components ensure smooth and pleasurable ride.

Drivetrain System

The 2016 Yukon models are powered by the EcoTec3 engine lineup. The Yukon and Yukon XL models are geared with an incredible 5.3-liter V8 engine, while the Denali models come with 6.2-liter powerplants, that deliver crushing power: 420 hp (313 kW) and 460 lb-ft of torque

As you know, the EcoTec3 engine family features incredible engineer technologies and solutions to the requirements of the modern era. All the powerplants include direct injection, cylinder deactivation, advanced combusting system, that altogether ensure high-performance and wonderful efficiency.

Furthermore, the 5.3-Liter V8 engines work in perfect harmony with the Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission, while the Denali models are geared with Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmission.

Safety Features

2016 Yukon models are equipped with numerous safety features, including Driver Alert pack, that includes Lane Keep Assist, Intellibeam headlamp technology, Center Air Bag and more. Further, the vehicles come with camera, radar, ultrasonic sensors, Safety Alert Seat, Side Blind Zone Alert, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Alert, Adaptive Cruise Control and Front Automatic Braking.

The 2016 Yukon lineup surely has a lot to demonstrate. The vehicles are built like tanks and bring almost the same performance features, but also include comfort and pleasure of driving.

Source: GMC

June 9, 2015

2016 Terrain SUV by GMC Comes Our Way

GMC Terrain SLT Side and Front View With a modern front-end design, 2016 Terrain and Terrain Denali were introduced days before their public appearance at New York International Auto Show (NYIAS). The lineup comes with updates and tweaks that include revised fascias, power dome hood and daytime lamps. In addition, the SLE and SLT models come with Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Safety first, right?

The number of additions for the 2016 Terrain lineup is about fifteen. Here are some of them: redesigned chrome grills for SLE and Denali, revised power dome hood, 18-inch aluminum wheel design and 19-inch aluminum wheel design for the Denali model. There is even Intellink connectivity with a three month trial. Interior comes with two packs: you can choose between the Frost Triscoat and Crimson Red Tintcoat colors.

What catches the eye is the cool and bold design and an incredible attention to detail. The interior, geared with the GM-exclusive MultiFlex rear seat, offers big space for cargo that comes up to 63.9 cubic feet with folded back seats.

The Ecotec 2.4L direct-injected powerplant delivers Epa-estimated 32 mpg with the FWD models. The direct-injected 3.6Liter V6 engine is capable of producing the best-in-class 301 hp (225kW) and 272 lb-ft of torque (369 Nm), combined with towing capacity of 1, 588kg (3, 500 pounds).

The Denali model comes with incredible exterior and interior changes, one-of-a-kind wheels and other design modifications. The exclusive Dual-flow damper provides smoother driving feel and improved handling.

So what are you waiting for? Don’t miss your chance to get along with the Terrain at NYIAS!

Source: GMC

March 31, 2015

Hennessey GMC Yukon Denali HPE650 Runs 0-60 mph in 4.5 seconds [VIDEO]

The latest video of Hennessey is exciting! Why? Because it shows how a big American vehicle can sprint as fast as some of the popular sportscars. Of course, behind this performance hides tuning company’s expertise and craftsmanship. The vehicle we are speaking about is the 2015 GMC Yukon Denali equipped with the 6.2 liter EcoTec3 V8 engine. The model recently got new Hydra-Matic 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmission instead of its six-speed automatic.

With this production engine, and hence before the power-tuning, the vehicle was capable of producing 420 horsepower (313 kW) and 610 Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque. It achieves best 0 – 60 mph run of 7.0 seconds with the Four-Wheel Drive turned “OFF” and the Traction Control switched “ON”.

However, when the engine of the GMC Yukon Denali was supercharged and equipped with Hennessey HPE650 upgrade, the car shows incredible results. It covers the 0 – 60 mph acceleration sprint in mere 4.5 seconds! And the video below confirms that!

To be more precise, the refinement also results in better power output: 665 hp (489 kW) at 5,500 rpm and 892 Nm (658 lb-ft) of torque at 4,200 rpm. The HPE650 supercharged upgrade includes the following: 2.9 liter supercharger and high flow intercooling system, high flow cylinder heads, HPE camshaft and engine management calibration.

Of course all of the necessary gaskets, fluids and hardware were also provided as well as the dyno tuning and road testing. To show its uniqueness the car was equipped with serial-numbered dash and engine plaque, Hennessey and HPE650 exterior badging, supercharged badging and Hennessey embroidered headrests.

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Video Source: YouTube

Source: Hennessey Performance

December 4, 2014

2015 GMC Yukon Denali

GMC has announced the 2015 Yukon Denali and Yukon XL Denali. The big SUVs come with advanced EcoTec3 engines boasting segment’s best V-8 fuel economy.

The both range-topping models come with a mesh grille and high-intensity discharge headlights with C-shaped LED daytime running lights. There is also bright chrome trim and 20” alloy wheels fitted with proper tires.

The interior features premium leather upholstery and wood trim. Other highlights include ambient lighting, contrast stitching, active noise cancelation technology and a Bose sound system. There is also a start/stop button, a head-up display and an IntelliLink infotainment system.

The 6.2 liter EcoTec3 V8 has 420HP (313 kW) and 610Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque. It is to a 6-speed automatic transmission which can be paired to an optional all-wheel drive system.

The new Yukon family will be built at GM’s Arlington, Texas assembly plant, and scheduled to begin arriving at GMC dealerships in the first quarter of 2014.

Source: GMC

September 12, 2013

2014 GMC Sierra Denali 1500

GMC has unveiled the new special 2014 Sierra 1500 Denali Pick-up Truck. The big vehicle is scheduled to hit the market this fall. It is described as the most luxurious and technologically advanced pickup in company’s history.

The 2014 Sierra Denali boasts a chrome grille, body-color bumpers and a set of 20” alloy wheels. There are also projector-style headlights, LED DRLs and a polished stainless steel exhaust tip.

The interior comes with leather upholstery, aluminum trim and super luxurious heated and cooled front seats. The steering wheel also has a heating function. The “Denali” branded sill plates deliver nice comfort feeling, while the 8” Customizable Driver Display is very handy. Other highlights of the interior include an infotainment system, a Bose premium audio system and a power sliding rear window with a defogger. Customers can also opt for a sunroof and a rear seat entertainment system with screens on the front head rests.

The engine range includes an entry-level 5.3 liter EcoTec3 V8 with 355HP (265 kW) and 518Nm (383 lb-ft) and a powerful 6.2 liter EcoTec3 V8 with 420HP (313 kW) and 609Nm (450 lb-ft) of torque. RWD is standard, but there is an optional 4WD.

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Source: GMC

May 29, 2013

2013 GMC Terrain Denali 3.6L V-6

GMC is currently expanding the Denali sub-brand through the debut of the all-new 2013 GMC Terrain Denali, which undoubtedly will bring even more style and power to the luxury small SUV range. The reason for this is that the with the introduction of the Terrain Denali, GMC also announced the simultaneous introduction of the new 3.6-liter V-6 engine with direct injection and continuously variable valve timing, which will replace the current 3.0-liter V-6 engine in Terrain lineup. In details, the engine delivers the exciting 301 horsepower (224 kW) at 272 lb.-ft. (369 Nm) of torque. And although it makes more power and torque, it is expected to deliver fuel economy equal to its predecessor. How is that possible? Well, the answer lies in the use of new lightweight components in the V-6 engine, which in contribute to the fuel efficiency. In addition, an integrated cylinder head/exhaust manifold design saves about 13 pounds compared to a non-integrated design. Next, a composite intake manifold saves about 5.5 pounds vs. an aluminum intake. And eventually, there’s the lightweight structural front cover and high-strength connecting rods, which save further from the weight of the SUV.

Terrain Denali will be offered with its standard Ecotec 2.4-liter I-4 with direct injection and continuously variable valve timing as well. It will also include front-wheel drive as a standard on Terrain Denali, with all-wheel drive available for both engines. However, what is exclusive to the Terrain Denali’s suspension system are the new dual-flow dampers. In particular, this technology delivers a smoother ride and improved handling by means of control on the suspension dampening across a broader range of driving conditions.

2013 GMC Terrain Denali includes high-end details. The models with the 2.4L engine feature 18-inch wheels, while the V-6 engine model sides on 19-inch wheels. Further exterior features are: signature chrome grille, satin chrome accents, body color front and rear fascias, body color rocker panels with satin chrome molding, new headlamp and taillamp designs, dual chrome finish exhaust outlets (single outlet on 2.4L). How about the interior – Terrain Denali’s includes the soft-touch of Jet Black leather, which lines the seats and door inserts. In addition, a contrast stitching and red accent lighting contribute to an inviting interior. Additionally to the interior are exclusively included: soft-touch instrument panel with French stitching, leather-wrapped steering wheel with smoked mahogany wood accents, embossed Denali logos on front seatbacks, smoked mahogany wood trim accents, Denali illuminated front sill plates, Eight-way power driver and passenger seat.

Of course, this SUV can’t go without class-leading technology: Terrain Denali comes standard with color touch radio with IntelliLink. This is a new infotainment system that includes reconfigurable home screen, intuitive voice commands, Bluetooth smartphone integration, control of streaming internet radio, and iPod controls with Gracenote music database technology. Furthermore, a forward collision alert and lane departure warning are standard on Terrain Denali. What is special about them is that they use the industry’s first single-camera crash-avoidance system to visually and audibly warn drivers when a collision is imminent or the vehicle crosses a lane marker. Additionally, Terrain Denali also comes with Automatic Crash Response, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, roadside assistance, emergency services link, stolen vehicle assistance and remote door unlock.

2013 GMC TERRAIN DENALI SPECIFICATIONS

Models:	GMC Terrain Denali; FWD and AWD
Body style / driveline:	5-passenger, 4-door SUV , front-engine, front- or all-wheel drive
Construction:	welded galvanized steel (except roof) monocoque
EPA vehicle class:	compact sport utility vehicle
Manufacturing location:	Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada
Key competitors:	Ford Edge, Mazda CX-7, Nissan Murano, Hyundai Santa Fe

Engines

Type:	2.4L DOHC I-4 DI	3.6L DOHC V-6 DI
Displacement (cu in / cc):	145 / 2384	217 / 3564
Bore & stroke (in / mm):	3.46 x 3.86 / 88 x 98	3.70 x 3.37 / 94 x 85.6
Block material:	cast aluminum	cast aluminum
Cylinder head material:	cast aluminum	cast aluminum
Valvetrain:	DOHC, four valves per cylinder; continuously variable valve timing	DOHC, four valves per cylinder; continuously variable valve timing
Fuel delivery:	direct sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control	direct sequential fuel injection with electronic throttle control
Compression ratio:	11.2:1	11.5:1
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):	182 / 136 @ 6700*	301 / 224 @ 6500*
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):	172 / 233 @ 4900*	272 / 369 @ 4800*
Recommended fuel:	regular unleaded or E85 ethanol with federal emissions	regular unleaded or E85 ethanol with federal emissions
Emissions controls:	close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 58x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor	close-coupled catalytic converters; Quick-Sync 58x ignition system; returnless fuel rail; fast-response O2 sensor
EPA-estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):	22 / 32 (FWD) 20 / 29 (AWD)	17/ 24 (FWD, est.) 16 / 23 (AWD, est.)

Transmission

Type:	Hydra-matic 6T45 six-speed automatic electronically controlled with electronic range select	Hydra-matic 6T70 six-speed automatic electronically controlled with electronic range select
Gear ratios: (:1):
First:	4.58	4.48
Second:	2.96	2.87
Third:	1.91	1.84
Fourth:	1.44	1.41
Fifth:	1.00	1.00
Sixth:	0.74	0.74
Reverse:	2.94	2.88
Final drive ratio:	3.23 (FWD) 3.53 (AWD)	2.77 (FWD) 3.39 (AWD)

Chassis/Suspension

Front:	independent strut-type with tuned coil springs; direct-acting stabilizer bar; hydraulic ride bushings; DFD (Dual Flow Dampeners
Rear:	independent four-link with coil springs and trailing arm; stabilizer bar; hydraulic link bushings
Steering type:	rack-mounted electric power steering with 2.4L; hydraulic power rack-and-pinion with 3.6L
Steering ratio:	17.4:1 (2.4L) 17.5:1 (3.6L)
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:	2.90 (2.4L with 18-inch wheels) 2.80 (3.6L with 19-inch wheels)
Turning circle, curb-to-curb (ft / m):	40.0 / 12.2 (with 18-inch wheels) 42.6 / 13 (with 19-inch wheels)

Brakes

Type:	power front and rear vented discs, standard anti-lock brakes
Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm):	front: 12.6 x 1.18 / 321 x 30 rear: 11.9 x 0.78 / 303 x 20
Total swept area (sq in/mc^2):	front: 68.4/441 rear: 50.5/326

Wheels/Tires

Wheel size and type:	18-inch chrome-clad aluminum (std. with 2.4L) 19-inch chrome-clad aluminum (std. with 3.6L)
Tires:	P235/55R18 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires P235/55R19 all-season steel-belted radial blackwall tires

Dimensions Exterior

Wheelbase (in / mm):	112.5 / 2857
Overall length (in / mm):	187.8 / 4771
Overall width (in / mm):	72.8 / 1850
Overall height (in / mm):	66.3 / 1684
Track (in / mm):	front: 62.9 / 1598 rear: 62.1 / 1578
Approach angle (deg):	15.2
Departure angle (deg):	23.5
Breakover ramp angle (deg):	16.7
Minimum ground clearance (in / mm):	6.9 / 174
Ground to rear load floor (in / mm):	28.8 / 731.2
Curb weight, base (lb / kg):	3893 / 1766
Weight distribution (front / rear):	56 / 44

Dimensions Interior

Seating capacity:	5
Headroom (in / mm):	front: 39.8 / 1012 rear: 39.2 / 995
Legroom (in / mm):	front: 41.2 / 1046 rear: 37.2 / 946
Shoulder room (in / mm):	front: 55.7 / 1416 rear: 55.3 / 1404
Hip room (in / mm):	front: 54.6 / 1387 rear: 51.3 / 1304

Capacities

EPA interior volume (cu ft / L):	127.2 / 3602
Passenger volume (cu ft / L):	99.6 / 2820
Cargo volume (cu ft / L): Maximum behind rear seat: Maximum behind front seat:	31.1 / 881 63.9 / 1810
GVWR, standard (lb / kg):	FWD 2.4L: 4960 / 2250 AWD 2.4L: 5070 / 2300 FWD 3.6L: 5203 / 2360
	AWD 3.6L: 5291 / 2400
Payload, base (lb / kg):	1146 / 520
Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg):	1500 / 680 (2.4L) 3500 / 1588 (3.6L)
Fuel tank (gal / L):	18.8 / 71.1 (2.4L) 20.9 / 79.1 (3.6L)
Engine oil (qt / L):	5 / 4.7 (2.4L) 6 / 5.7 (3.6L)
Cooling system (qt / L):	8.2 / 7.8 (2.4L) 10.8 / 10.2 (3.6L)

Source: GMC

March 15, 2012

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