General Motors has announced the soon to come all new 2015 GMC Yukon Denali which is the flagship SUV of the line that includes the Yukon and the Yukon XL.
The Denali features a revised cabin design that provides more comfort, acoustic improvement, and additional technological integration.
Aesthetically refined, you don’t sacrifice comfort, cargo room, or safety, in the new Denali.
Specifications
| Vehicle Type: SUV | Base Price: $56,820* |
| Fuel Tank Capacity: 26 gals (98 L) | MPG: NA |
| Length: 202 in. (513.1 cm) | Wheel Base: 116 in. (294.6 cm) |
| Height: 76.9 in. (195.3 cm) | Width: 79 in. (200.7 cm) |
| Curb Weight: 5491 lbs (2491 kg) | Ground Clearance: 9 in. (22.9 cm) |
| Luggage Capacity: 60.3 cu ft | Maximum Seating: 7 people |
| Engine: 5.3 Liter V8 OHV | Compression Ratio: 9.6: 1 |
| Horsepower: 320 HP | Max RPM: 5400 RPM |
| Torque: 335 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Transmission: 6-Speed Hydra-Matic 6L80 |
* 2014 Yukon Denali 2WD
** Behind 2nd row seat
Engines & Performance
Two V8 engines are available on the 2015 Denali. The first is a 5.3 liter V8 engine that generates 350 horsepower, and the other is also a V8, a 6.2 Liter engine that produces a hefty 420 horsepower.
They are both mated with 6 speed automatic transmissions and are rear wheel drive.
Exterior
Much of the profile outline and styling you are accustomed to in recent Denali model years remain intact.
Nuances such as a larger chrome and mesh rectangular grille, proudly display in red letters, “GMC”, is one revision evident in the front. The compact vertically aligned LED headlights are a nice touch compared to its predecessors.
There are aerodynamic improvements with a deep front air dam normally reserved for the Tahoe hybrid and Chevy Volt.
The side doors are now over-lapping, once again improving air flow and making for a much more serene sounding cabin. The windshield and front door glass is now laminated which is another nod towards a quieter ride.
In the rear, there is a standard lift gate rear spoiler and a rear window wiper hidden under it.
Interior
The interior contains perhaps the latest enhancements beginning with a smooth flowing dash. Centrally located is an 8 inch diagonal driver’s display which is customizable. The center console and arm rests are accentuated by a rich, layered wood panels.
Entering the 2015 Denali is easier with an extra 2.5 inches of front headroom and an additional 4″ of front legroom. Passengers in the back seat will find 2 more inches to stretch their legs .
The Denali cargo area has a fold flat second row of seats and an available power folding third row.
The new 2015 Yukon Denali will go on sale the first quarter of 2014 with the MSRP expected to remain at the 2014 level.
