The luxury version in the Yukon lineup of SUVs, the 2009 GMC Yukon Denali features a quiet cabin, standard power-release seats, Bluetooth connectivity, standard keyless entry with remote start, OnStar and the GM 100,000 mile warranty. The Yukon Denali and Yukon XL Denali trims are available.

 

The Denali, named after North America’s highest peak, towers in strength and performance. Being the higher-end trim in Yukon series of vehicles, the Denali comes with everything else that the other trims have to offer, except that it carries more refinement, comfort and amenities.

 

Power and Performance

 

The nine-passenger 2009 GMC Yukon Denali comes with a Vortec 6.2-liter V8 SFI engine that pumps out 403 hp and 417 lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission with tap-up/tap-down shifting. The 2WD and AWD drive trains are available. The Yukon Denali tows up to 8,200 lbs while the Yukon XL Denali's capacity is 7,900 lbs, when properly equipped. This ace GMC vehicle delivers 12 mpg in city and 19 on highways.

 

Body and Styling

 

Fog lamps; power-extending running boards and a moonroof luggage rack with cross bars; heated windshield washer fluid system; side-view mirrors, power, heated memory and a chrome-surround grille mark the exterior of the 2009 GMC Yukon Denali. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard with the option of 20-inchers. Inside, a Bose premium audio system; XM Radio with a 3 month trial subscription; leather- appointed second-row captain's chairs; heated first-and second-row seats and an optional heated steering wheel are available.

 

Sun, Entertainment and Destinations Package with AM/FM stereo with MP3 compatible CD/DVD player and DVD-based navigation, rear seat entertainment system, rearview camera system and power sunroof is optional. Bluetooth for phone connectivity, power, tilt-sliding with express-open and close and wind deflector sunroof, DVD Entertainment System, navigation system and rear view camera also available.

 

Safety Features

 

Dual-stage frontal, driver and right passenger air bags with Passenger Sensing System, head curtain side-impact air bags, four-wheel antilock, four-wheel disc hydroboost brakes, LATCH for child safety, OnStar one year of Directions and Connections Plan, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (With no spare tire), theft-deterrent system and universal home remote are standard. Slide blind zone alert is optional.