Upmarket Suburban Alternative

It’s not a secret that the Yukon and the Yukon XL are built on the same platform as the Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban. However, it’s the unique style and luxury additions that set the GMC SUVs apart. The shared platform is a solid one with two V8 engines to choose from. The Yukon also offers the option of an efficient and torquey diesel engine that makes an impressive 27 MPG on the highway.

The Yukon models now feature an independent rear suspension that further improves the ride and handling. The cabin includes three rows of seats for up to eight people, plus tons of space for cargo and other items. Even though the base Yukon is relatively upmarket, the Denali and Denali Ultimate trims are where real luxury can be found.

A Bevy of New 2025 Features in the Yukon Denali

When you visit GMC truck dealers to see the new 2025 GMC Yukon, you’ll find out that there are a ton of new features on the big SUV. Styling updates include a new front fascia, grille, and headlight design. The front and rear lights on the Yukon can now play animation as well. The Denali Ultimate gets 24-inch wheels as standard, while they can be had as optional on the regular Denali.

You can now get second-row executive seating in the Denali Ultimate, plus a Bose audio system with 22 speakers. A newly available tech feature is night vision with thermal object detection. The only powertrain update is more power for the Duramax 3.0-liter diesel. The Denali is positioned in the middle of the lineup with the AT4 Ultimate and Denali Ultimate above it.

Performance For Every Need

There isn’t an EV option for the Yukon as yet, but the standard engine on the Denali and Denali Ultimate trims is a 6.2-liter V8 that makes 420 horsepower but is also quite thirsty for fuel. The good news is that all models, including the Denali models, can be equipped with the 3.0-liter Duramax diesel. This engine makes a respectable 305 horsepower and a strong 495 pound-feet of torque. It’s also quite a bit more efficient than any of the gas V8 choices.

Among all the things it does well, the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali is great for towing. With the 6.2-liter V8 or Duramax diesel, you can tow up to 8,200 pounds. The diesel engine delivers more torque at lower rpm, making it the ideal towing choice. The Yukon also offers several trailering aids, including a jackknife alert and Transparent Trailer View.

The Yukon Denali Offers the Ultimate Comfort

As you might expect, the Yukon Denali offers a plush and luxurious interior filled with modern tech. Some of the unique touches include open-pore wood trim and chrome accents. Connectivity options include wireless Apple/Android integration and Google built-in. You don’t have to ride up front to be pampered, either. The rear rows come with plenty of creature comforts as well, including the option for second-row captain’s chairs.

If you need a big SUV to do it all, the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali fits the bill in every way.

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Defining An Electric Supertruck

The Hummer EV is probably best described as an electric supertruck. It features a ton of hardcore off-road hardware, up to 1,000 horsepower, and can hit 60 MPH in only 3.3 seconds. Considering that the Hummer EV weighs nearly five tons, that number is incredibly fast. GMC touts a driving range of 381 miles for the tri-motor model and up to 311 miles for the dual-motor model.

All GMC Hummer EV models include a five-foot bed, adjustable air suspension, rear-axle steering, and GM Super Cruise. If you don’t want a truck bed, there’s also an SUV version. The driving range is reduced if you opt for the Extreme Off-Road package that adds stronger axles, more underbody armor, and 35-inch mud tires.

The interior of the Hummer EV doesn’t exactly reflect its nearly six-figure price tag, but there’s nothing else out there that offers the excess of this truck. GMC plans to release a slightly more affordable version in the future.

Two Trims To Choose From

The top trim of the GMC Hummer EV is the 3x model. This is also the one that starts with a three-figure price tag of $106,945. The 2x model costs slightly less at $98,845. For the extra $8,100, you’ll get nearly double the horsepower and the WTF mode feature that delivers the incredible acceleration cited above. With a standard battery and 22-inch wheels, the tri-motor model should get 314 miles of range, but adding the optional extended-range battery increases that to 381 miles.

However, you can also go the opposite direction and add the Extreme Off-Road package, which drops the range to 298 miles but adds some impressive off-road features. Yet another package, called the Off-Road Readiness package, adds a full-size spare tire and a vertical bed-mounted carrier. For the ultimate outdoor experience with this truck, you can also get removable roof panels.

Living With the GMC Hummer EV

Is this the type of truck you’d consider a daily driver? That somewhat depends on what you use it for. The dual-motor version offers 570 horsepower and has a decent range. It can tow up to 12,000 pounds as well. The tri-motor version tends to be the least efficient. It can only tow up to 8,500 pounds when properly equipped. However, the range quickly drops to only 140 miles.

The weight of the GMC Hummer EV is the biggest factor in its lack of efficiency. The three-motor model with standard 22-inch wheels can get the equivalent of 58 MPG, but some rivals get about 10 MPG more. The interior is spacious, but maybe not as spacious as you would expect, considering the size. It does offer plenty of tech and connectivity features, including a 13.4-inch infotainment display.

Ultimately, this isn’t your average truck or EV. It stands out with an excess of, well, excess, which is why it’s considered a supertruck and not a daily driver.

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