GMC Yukon Denali 2WD SUV Review
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The GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is a large SUV with a truck-like construction that affords plenty of space, power and a towing capacity of close to 8,200 pounds. It can transport up to nine people and provides a smooth ride and a composed handling that exceeds the expectations from a truck-like vehicle. The interior cabin is well-built with high quality materials and fine finishes.
Features on the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD include 20-inch chrome alloy wheels with all-season tires, driver and passenger seats with eight power adjustments, power adjustable lumbar support, multi-level heating and height adjustment, bucket seats made of premium leather, second row seats that recline and fold, third row manual folding bench seats, two memory settings on the driver's seat, heated steering wheel that is also tilt-adjustable, cruise control, adjustable pedals, rear parking sensors, climate control for three zones, navigation system that has a DVD based display and voice activation, Bluetooth capability for hands-free phone, real time traffic and audio system with ten surround sound speakers, AM/FM radio, CD and MP3 player, connectivity for the iPod, adjustable speed sensitive volume control, auxiliary audio jack and USB connection. A power sun roof and blind spot warning system are optional.
Specs:
The engine in the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is a 6.2 liter 16-valve V8 with variable valve timing that can produce 403 horsepower and 417 pound-feet of torque. The drive type is rear-wheel drive and the transmission is a six-speed shiftable automatic with rear locking differential. A fuel saving features uses only four cylinders when full power is not required. In addition, a fuel-flex feature enables the engine to run on both premium gasoline and a combination of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline. Fuel economy for the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is rated at 13 mpg in the city, 18 mpg on the highway and 15 mpg combined.
Safety features for the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD include four-wheel antilock brakes, stability and traction control, post collision safety system, daytime running lights, front, rear and third row head airbags, dual front side-mounted airbags, side-curtain airbags and the OnStar emergency system. The GMC Yukon Denali 2WD also includes a rearview camera and rear parking sensors. The vehicle received a five star rating for both frontal and side-impact protection in government crash testing. Brake testing showed the vehicle to be able to come to a stop from 60 mph in 134 feet.
The interior of the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is well designed and attractive and employs high quality materials. The layout of the controls for the vehicle is simple and straightforward and the navigation system is user-friendly. Comfort can be found in the first two rows of seats with limited legroom for the third row. The third row can also be problematic for cargo capacity as the best way to reach the maximum of 109 cubic feet of cargo space is to completely remove the heavy seat.
The ride of the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is smooth and good for long highway trips but the handling can be somewhat delicate as the vehicle tends to lean in on turns and takes bends in roads with some difficulty.
Features on the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD include 20-inch chrome alloy wheels with all-season tires, driver and passenger seats with eight power adjustments, power adjustable lumbar support, multi-level heating and height adjustment, bucket seats made of premium leather, second row seats that recline and fold, third row manual folding bench seats, two memory settings on the driver's seat, heated steering wheel that is also tilt-adjustable, cruise control, adjustable pedals, rear parking sensors, climate control for three zones, navigation system that has a DVD based display and voice activation, Bluetooth capability for hands-free phone, real time traffic and audio system with ten surround sound speakers, AM/FM radio, CD and MP3 player, connectivity for the iPod, adjustable speed sensitive volume control, auxiliary audio jack and USB connection. A power sun roof and blind spot warning system are optional.
Specs:
The engine in the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is a 6.2 liter 16-valve V8 with variable valve timing that can produce 403 horsepower and 417 pound-feet of torque. The drive type is rear-wheel drive and the transmission is a six-speed shiftable automatic with rear locking differential. A fuel saving features uses only four cylinders when full power is not required. In addition, a fuel-flex feature enables the engine to run on both premium gasoline and a combination of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline. Fuel economy for the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is rated at 13 mpg in the city, 18 mpg on the highway and 15 mpg combined.
Safety features for the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD include four-wheel antilock brakes, stability and traction control, post collision safety system, daytime running lights, front, rear and third row head airbags, dual front side-mounted airbags, side-curtain airbags and the OnStar emergency system. The GMC Yukon Denali 2WD also includes a rearview camera and rear parking sensors. The vehicle received a five star rating for both frontal and side-impact protection in government crash testing. Brake testing showed the vehicle to be able to come to a stop from 60 mph in 134 feet.
The interior of the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is well designed and attractive and employs high quality materials. The layout of the controls for the vehicle is simple and straightforward and the navigation system is user-friendly. Comfort can be found in the first two rows of seats with limited legroom for the third row. The third row can also be problematic for cargo capacity as the best way to reach the maximum of 109 cubic feet of cargo space is to completely remove the heavy seat.
The ride of the GMC Yukon Denali 2WD is smooth and good for long highway trips but the handling can be somewhat delicate as the vehicle tends to lean in on turns and takes bends in roads with some difficulty.
