2019 GMC Yukon & Yukon XL Denali Review

The 2019 GMC Yukon Denali is the perfect full size SUV to enjoy as a daily commuter and an ideal vehicle for road trips. The Yukon Denali has fold flat second and third row seating that will enhance cargo capability as well as standard power-folding. Like many other SUVs, the Yukon XL will likely be priced between $24,000 and $28,000.

NEW for 2019

The 2019 GMC Yukon Denali will have three new color options that are guaranteed to enhance the aesthetics of an already attractive exterior: Dark Sky Metallic, Pepperdust Metallic and Smokey Quartz Metallic.

2019 Yukon Denali Features

The GMC Yukon Denali will include be a number of features that showcase the innovative design, performance and upscale interior along with offering 2WD and 4WD options. The Yukon XL Denali will offer twice the cargo space behind the third row and a wheelbase that is 14 inches longer than the standard Yukon Denali. Each Yukon Denali has a standard 6.2 liter V-8 engine that has direct injection and Active Fuel Management, offering 420 horsepower and a 10 speed automatic transmission. With the new Yukon, consumers will also get front active aero shutter which will help enhance the aerodynamics when driving on the freeway. Magnetic Ride Control for improved body motion control is another one of the vehicle’s main features.

The Denali Ultimate Package is available and includes the Open Road Package (power sunroof and rear-seat steering), nine additional months of Sirius satellite radio, NavTraffic Service, Enhanced Security Package, power retractable assist steps, adaptive cruise control with Automatic Collision Preparation and 22 inch aluminum wheels. The Yukon also comes with a standard remote vehicle start, Teen Driver mode, wireless phone charging, power adjustable pedals, and leather trimmed heated and ventilated seats for both the driver, passenger, and second row passengers.

Yukon Denali Safety

The 2019 Yukon has frontal airbags for the driver and front outboard passenger airbags, as well as seat mounted side impact airbags for both the driver and passengers. Head curtain airbags for every row in the outboard seating positions as well as driver inboard seat mounted side impact airbags on front bucket seats will be available. Standard Forward Collision Alert, Safety Alert Driver Seat, Intellibeam headlamps with automatic high beam control will be featured. Lane Keep Assist and Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking, rear-vision camera, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert with Lane Change Alert will help to ensure the safety of all passengers.