In the General Motors corporate family, GMC serves as an upscale complement to the Chevrolet truck line, offering its own better-dressed versions of the hot-selling Bowtie-branded pickups and SUVs. In terms of full-size sport/utility vehicles, The Yukon is the middle ground between the Chevy Tahoe/Suburban and the Cadillac Escalade range, providing size, power, and generous amenities.
The Yukon and Yukon XL provide transport for families and businesses that have serious demands for comfort, cargo capacity, towing, and even off-roading. Five basic configurations serve diverse needs, starting with the relatively affordable base Yukon. Two setups are offered for the nearly 18-foot XL version, a 1/2-ton light-duty and 3/4-ton heavier-duty best suited for arduous use. Both 116-inch and 130-inch wheelbase Yukons are available in premium Denali trim, with unique exterior and interior treatments to create a more pampering truck experience.
The current-generation Yukon was introduced in the 2000 model year, and in the face of newer competitors, is showing signs of age in its refinement and detail execution. Although a completely new Yukon is due for the 2006 calendar year, the outgoing model range still offers a good combination of capability, features, performance, and versatility in a desirable package.
It may be huge, but you won't need to annex an airplane hangar to house a Yukon. With the vertical reach of the rear-drive Yukon measuring 76.7 inches including a luggage rack, the sport/ute will squeeze into a standard 78-inch-tall garage.... Read full article