For release: April 5, 2009, 12:01 a.m. EDT
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GMC EXPANDS HYBRID PORTFOLIO WITH ADDITION OF YUKON DENALI HYBRID
Joins Yukon Hybrid SUV and Sierra Hybrid Pickup, Making GMC the First Manufacturer to Offer Three Full-Size Hybrid Models
- Provides full-size luxury and capability with more than 50-percent increase in city fuel economy
- Powered by GM’s advanced, patented, two-mode hybrid technology
- Eight-year/100,000-mile hybrid powertrain warranty with no deductibles
NEW YORK – GMC’s all-new 2009 Yukon Denali Hybrid makes its world debut at the 2009 New York International Auto Show. It is a luxurious, full-size SUV that seats eight, tows up to 5,800 pounds (2,636 kg) and achieves an estimated 21 miles per gallon in city driving, thanks to the engineering excellence of the Yukon’s patented 2-mode hybrid system.
The GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid arrives in May at Buick-Pontiac-GMC dealer showrooms. It joins the Yukon Hybrid and Sierra Hybrid pickup truck in the GMC hybrid lineup, making GMC the first manufacturer to offer three full-size hybrid models.
“The eight-passenger GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid goes just as far on a gallon of gas in the city as a much smaller, V-6 Toyota Camry sedan,” said Susan Docherty, vice president, Buick-Pontiac-GMC. “And in terms of fuel savings, the GMC Yukon Denali saves about 250 gallons of fuel a year over the Lexus GX 470.”
The GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid infuses a new level of luxury to the Yukon Hybrid introduced for the 2008 model year. Docherty said the number one consideration for those purchasing the GMC Yukon Hybrid is fuel economy (80 percent); followed by 66 percent for its environmentally friendly technologies and more than half because of its technological innovation.
Patented, industry-leading hybrid technology
GM’s most advanced hybrid technology drives the GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid’s superior fuel economy, performance and load-carrying capability. Powering this hybrid system is a fully integrated combination of two lightweight electric motors packaged in the transmission; an electronic brake emulator that provides blended regenerative braking; electric power steering and an electric air conditioning compressor.
The heart of the system is GM’s 6.0L Vortec V-8 engine with fuel-saving Active Fuel Management, late intake valve closing and variable valve timing technologies. It produces 332 horsepower (248 kW) and 367 lb.-ft. (498 Nm) of torque.
Unique hybrid exterior, luxurious interior
The Yukon Denali Hybrid rides on new 22-inch, eight-spoke, flangeless chrome wheels that make a unique Denali appearance statement.
Inside, designers filled the cabin with luxurious amenities such as standard 12-way power, heated/cooled leather-appointed perforated front seating and heated, second-row, leather-appointed bench seating. Buyers may choose an Ebony or Cashmere interior. The only three options on this fully equipped vehicle are a sunroof, rear-seat entertainment DVD system and side blind zone alert mirrors.
Enhanced connectivity includes standard OnStar with Directions & Connections and Turn-by-Turn Navigation, navigation radio with rear camera system, a Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound System and three years of real-time XM NavTraffic.
A comprehensive safety package of crashworthiness and crash-avoidance features includes front- and side-impact air bags, anti-lock brakes and StabiliTrak with traction control. The Yukon Denali Hybrid also is equipped with GM’s MagnaRide suspension, the first application of this advanced technology in a Yukon. MagnaRide uses magnetic particles in the shock absorber fluid to adjust the damping rate of the shock absorbers – based on road conditions and vehicle dynamics – to help keep tires in contact with the road.
MSRP starts at $59,185 (2WD) and $62,030 (4WD), including the destination freight charge of $950. Buyers may be eligible for a tax credit of up to $2,200.
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CONTACT(S):
Randy Fox
GMC Communications
Phone: 313-667-4128
E-mail: randal.l.fox@gm.com
Kelly Wysocki
Product Development Communications
Phone: 586-492-0122
E-mail: kelly.wysocki@gm.com
Brian Corbett
GM Hybrid Technology Communications
Phone: 586-857-0323
E-mail: brian.corbett@gm.com
GMC YUKON DENALI HYBRID PRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
Model: | GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid |
Body style / driveline: | four-door sport-utility vehicle, front-engine, rear-wheel drive, 2- or 4-wheel drive, half-ton models |
Construction: | body on frame |
EPA vehicle class: | full-size sport-utility vehicle |
Manufacturing location: | Arlington, Texas |
Engine
| Vortec 6.0L V-8 (LFA) |
Type: | 6.0L V-8 |
Displacement (cu in / cc): | 364 / 5967 |
Bore & stroke (in / mm): | 4.00 x 3.62 / 101.6 x 92 |
Block material: | cast aluminum |
Cylinder head material: | cast aluminum |
Valvetrain: | overhead valve, two valves per cylinder, variable valve timing |
Ignition system: | coil-near-plug ignition, iridium electrode tip/ iridium core spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires |
Fuel delivery: | Active Fuel Management™; sequential fuel injection |
Compression ratio: | 10.8:1 |
Horsepower
(hp/ kW @ rpm): | 332 / 248 @ 5100* |
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm): | 367 / 498 @ 4100* |
Fuel: | regular unleaded |
Maximum engine speed (rpm): | 6000 |
Emissions controls: | close-coupled catalytic converter, Quick Sync 58X ignition, returnless fuel rail, fast-response O² sensor |
EPA fuel economy
(city / hwy): | 2WD: 21 / 22 |
Transmission
Type: | 2-Mode continuous electric ratio hybrid transmission with four fixed gears |
Gear ratios (:1): | |
First: | 3.69 |
Second: | 1.70 |
Third: | 1.00 |
Fourth: | 0.73 |
Reverse: | infinite – 1.70 |
EVT1: | infinite – 1.70 |
EVT2: | 1.70 – 0.5 |
Final drive ratio: | 3.08 |
Vehicle Power System
Power electronics system: | 300-volt (transmission, air conditioning, heater pump, front crash sensor); 42-volt (power steering); 12-volt (vehicle accessories) |
Batteries: | 300-volt (hybrid system); 12-volt (vehicle accessories) |
Chassis/Suspension
Front: | independent, coil-over-shock |
Rear: | five-link with coil springs |
Traction control: | all-speed traction control with Magnetic Selective Ride Control |
Steering type: | 42-volt electric power-assisted rack-and-pinion |
Steering ratio: | 17.75:1 |
Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock: | 3 |
Turning circle, curb-to-curb
(ft / m): | 39.04 / 11.9 |
Brakes
Type: | four-wheel disc, four-wheel ABS; with regenerative capability |
Rotor diameter x thickness
(in / mm): | front: 13 x 1.18 / 330.2 x 30
rear: 13.5 x .787 / 345 x 20 |
Wheels/Tires
Wheel size and type: | 22-inch x 9-inch 8-spoke flangeless chrome |
Tires: | P285/45R22 blackwall AL 2 Touring |
Dimensions
Exterior
Wheelbase (in / mm): | 116 / 2946 |
Overall length (in / mm): | 202 / 5130 |
Overall width (in / mm): | 79 / 2007 |
Overall height (in / mm): | 2WD: 76.9 / 1954 4WD: 77 / 1955 |
Aerodynamic profile (cd): | 0.34 |
Track (in / mm): | front: 68.2 / 1732
rear: 67 / 1702 |
Minimum ground clearance
(in / mm): | 9 / 229 |
Step-in height (in / mm): | 2WD: 21.8 / 553 4WD: 22 / 558 |
Ground to top of load floor
(in / mm): | 2WD: 31.7 / 804 4WD: 31.6 / 802 |
Approach angle (deg): | 17 |
Departure angle (deg): | 21.9 |
Curb weight (lb / kg): | 2WD: 5712 / 2596 4WD: 6047 / 2749 |
Weight distribution
(% front / rear): | 2WD: 53 / 47
4WD: 54 / 46 |
Interior
| First Row | Second Row | Third Row |
Seating capacity (8 max): | 2 | 3 | 3 |
Headroom (in / mm): | 41.1 / 1043 | 38.5 / 978 | 38.2 / 971 |
Legroom (in / mm): | 41.3 / 1049 | 40.5/ 1031 | 25.4 / 644 |
Shoulder room (in / mm): | 65.3 / 1658 | 65.3 / 1657 | 61.7 / 1566 |
Hip room (in / mm): | 64.4 / 1636 | 60.6 / 1539 | 49.1 / 1246 |
Cargo volume (cu ft / L): | | | |
Behind 1 st row, 2 nd row folded no third row | 108.9 / 3084 | | |
Behind 2 nd row no third row | | 60.3 / 1707 | |
Behind 3 rd row | | | 16.9 / 478 |
Capacities
EPA interior volume (cu ft / L): | 108.9 / 3084 |
GVWR (lb / kg): | 2WD: 7300 / 3318
4WD: 7500 / 3409 |
GCWR (lb / kg): | 12000 / 5443 |
Payload, base (lb / kg): | 2WD: 1369 / 622
4WD: 1339 / 609 (with third-row seat) |
Trailer towing maximum (lb / kg): | 2WD: 5800 / 2636
4WD: 5600 / 2545 |
Fuel tank (gal / L): | 24.5 / 92.7 |
Engine oil (qt / L): | 6 / 5.7 |
Cooling system (qt / L): | 16.8 / 15.9 |
*SAE certified.
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.
