Current GMC Yukon
2008 GMC Yukon SLE SUV
Fully redesigned for 2007 (along with its Chevrolet Tahoe platform mate), the current GMC Yukon rides on a stiff, fully boxed frame. The ride is smooth and quiet, while handling is surprisingly agile for a 5,500-pound vehicle. Inside, the dash has a sleek, modern design, and materials are attractive and of solid quality. Numerous seating configurations can accommodate anywhere from five to nine passengers, depending on the trim level and options you select.
The basic trim structure includes SLE, SLT and Denali models, though numerous package options allow for considerable variation within the lower trim levels. Yukon SLE models come with all the essentials, including stability control, tri-zone air-conditioning, a CD player and full power accessories, while the SLT should be your pick if you're looking for extras like leather upholstery and automatic climate control. Full-length side curtain airbags were standard on the SLT but optional on the SLE until 2008, when they became standard across the board. Buyers can choose either 2WD or 4WD on both the SLE and SLT. Choosing 2WD nets you a 290-horsepower 4.8-liter V8, while 4x4s get a standard 320-hp 5.3-liter V8 with a cylinder-deactivation feature that yields a highway mileage rating in the low 20s.
The upper-crust Yukon Denali comes with a full load of amenities as well as a larger 6.2-liter V8 good for 380 hp. Note that the Denali is all-wheel-drive only and can't be equipped with a low-range transfer case. It also has a slightly lower tow rating than regular Yukons.
Although the Yukon's credentials are solid, one downside is its hefty curb weight, which takes a toll on acceleration, braking and handling, particularly under the burden of heavier passenger/cargo loads. Additionally, its third-row seat lacks a fold-flat feature.
Source: edmunds.com
