2007 GMC Yukon: Still Too Much?

I realize I may be stepping on some toes, but please hear me out. The upcoming, new from the ground up, GMC Yukon is certain to be perceived by some as being too much…in size, that is. With fuel prices at an all time high and consumer sentiment shifting to smaller vehicles will the GMC Yukon be considered outdated even before it hits showroom floors in Spring 2006? Let’s take a look at many of the changes planned for the all new Yukon and then you can decide for yourself.

General Motors has been itching to release the Yukon and a host of other full sized GMC/Chevrolet models to the public as soon as possible. Some find this odd, particularly since fuel prices are high and demand for large vehicles is on the decline. Still, there is good reason why GM wants you to take a closer look at upcoming offerings including the 2007 GMC Yukon, their big SUV:

New from the ground up. Ask anyone who purchases large trucks and SUVs and they will tell you that owning one with the latest technology is often a deciding factor in purchasing a new model. GM is right on schedule with the update; however as with any “older model” vehicle currently on the market sales typically decline as a new model is prepared for release.
Engine efficiency. The 2007 Yukon’s two V8s will produce greater horsepower than the previous engines, but they will register an increase in fuel economy. How so? General Motors is incorporating Displacement on Demand technology, which deactivates some of the cylinders at low loads for increased fuel economy. You may recall a more basic version of this technology being applied to Cadillac models in the early 1980s; that particular V8-6-4 technology was ahead of its time and GM had to pull it back then as the engines did not do what was intended for them to do. Now, more than a generation later, General Motors has worked out all the kinks and has vastly improved on the original idea.
Safety. Roof mounted side curtain air bags will now be made available for all three rows of passengers. GM has been on a major offensive over the past half decade or more in stressing safety, a big seller for any vehicle. A better ABS system and StabiliTrak, GM’s premier handling system, will also be included.
Technological improvements. Rear camera systems, power fold and tumble rear seats, and an improved navigation system are some of the updates. The interior of the 2007 Yukon is actually larger than preceding models.
While General Motors can only wish that fuel prices were lower, the company is hoping that each of their new models can take a greater slice of the shrinking big truck/SUV pie. With new models from Ford still a year or two away, the Yukon is poised to cut into Expedition sales as well as take back sales lost to Lexus. Even with high fuel prices in place, there will likely always be a core market of people who need a vehicle of the Yukon’s size; General Motors knows this and has updated their line of vehicles to keep pace.

By Matthew Keegan.

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2008 GMC Yukon Review - A Review of the 2008 GMC Yukon SUV

The 2008 GMC Yukon is a favorite choice among large SUVs because of its attractive interior, comfortable cabin and strong towing ability. Its strengths also lie in its smooth powertrains, comfort, and accommodation capabilities. It is an ideal vehicle especially for large families seeking the convenience and luxury of a traditional full-size SUV.

The '08 Yukon has two available trim levels namely the base SLE and the SLT. The SLE trim comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, foglamps, full power accessories, front bucket seats with a console, OnStar telematics, keyless entry, a six-way power driver seat, dual-zone air-conditioning, a trip computer, and an eight-speaker CD audio system with satellite radio, an auxiliary input jack and rear-seat controls. Meanwhile, SLT1 adds leather seating, triple-zone automatic climate control, a six-disc CD changer, power-adjustable pedals, remote vehicle start, rear parking assist and the "Turn-by-Turn" navigation feature for the OnStar. However, the SLT2 adds a premium Bose sound system, 12-way heated front seats, power-folding mirrors with turn signals and a 50/50-split third-row seat. On the other hand, the superior Yukon Denali include all of the features mentioned plus a unique grille, 18-inch alloy wheels, an adaptive suspension, a power liftgate, and heated second-row captain's chairs.

The 2008 Yukon is packed with a variety of engines to choose from. The most popular is the 5.3 V8 engine with GM's cylinder deactivation technology for fuel economy. Yukon SLEs may have a 4.8-liter V8 with 295 horsepower and 305 pound-feet of torque or a 5.3-literV8 generating 320 hp and 340 lb-ft of torque. The SLE can tow up to 8,200 pounds. Buyers may also have a choice of two-wheel drive and four-wheel drive.

Safety features like antilock disc brakes, stability control and full-length side curtain airbags with a rollover sensor are standard in all '08 Yukons. Moreover, the Yukon scored a five-star rating in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The 2008 GMC Yukon is a quiet cruiser equipped with a suspension that guarantees a comfortable ride even on bumpy roads, making it one of the best SUVs in town.

By Shaun John Bourne.