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2008 GMC Yukon Review
New hybrid model improves fuel economy.
2008 Yukon Review Summary & Specifications
The GMC Yukon has an astonishingly fresh and comfortable interior. It offers available power that meets or beats the competition, though it trails in towing capacity. The addition of the Hybrid model answers the fuel economy issue that has long plagued large SUVs. With all its strengths, the Yukon is a strong contender in its class.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent Tom Lankard drove Yukon models around Greensboro, Georgia, and Carmel Valley, California. Correspondent Kirk Bell contributed to this report from Chicago and tested the Hybrid.
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| Vehicle Category | Sport Utility Vehicles |
| Editor | New Car Test Drive |
| Model Lineup | GMC Yukon SLE 2WD ($34,790); Yukon SLE 4WD ($38,590); Yukon SLT 2WD ($38,990); Yukon SLT 4WD ($41,800); Yukon Denali ($48,250) Yukon Hybrid 2WD; Yukon Hybrid 4WD |
| Engines (standard) | 5.3-liter V8 |
| Engines (optional) | 295-hp 4.8-liter V8; 320-hp 5.3-liter V8; 380-hp 6.2-liter V8; 332-hp 6.0-liter hybrid V8 |
| Transmissions (standard) | 4-speed automatic |
| Transmissions (optional) | 4-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic; Electrically Variable Transmission with four fixed gears |
| Safety Equipment (standard) | dual-stage front airbags; full-coverage, side curtain airbags; second-row seat child safety seat anchors (LATCH); third-row seat child safety seat tethers; four-wheel antilock brakes with Dynamic Rear Proportioning; Stabilitrak stability control system; tire pressure monitoring system; OnStar emergency notification system with one-year pre-paid subscription |
| Safety Equipment (optional) | rearview camera system; rear park assist |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years/36,000 miles |
| Assembled In | Arlington, Texas; Janesville, Wisconsin |
| Manufacturer Phone | 800-462-8782 |
| Manufacturer URL | www.gmc.com |
| Base Price MSRP | 34790 |
| Model Tested MSRP | GMC Yukon SLE 4WD ($38,590) |
| Standard Equipment | cloth upholstery; AM/FM/CD/MP3, eight-speaker stereo with XM satellite radio; cruise control; driver information center; power doors, windows and mirrors; heated outside mirrors; six-way power driver's seat; leather-wrapped, tilt steering wheel with audio controls; auto-dimming rearview mirror; 40/20/40 split front bench seat with manual recliners; 60/40 split folding second-row bench seat; automatic headlights; roof rails; side steps; locking rear differential; three power outlets; P265/70R17 all-season tires on bright aluminum wheels |
| Options as Tested (MSRP) | Convenience Package ($765) with rear-obstacle detection, dual-zone automatic climate control, power-adjustable pedals and remote engine starting; three-passenger third-row seat ($460); in-dash 6-disc CD changer ($300); roof rail cross bars ($45); off-road skid plates ($150) |
| Destination Charge | 900 |
| Gas Guzzler Tax | |
| Price as Tested | 41210 |
| Layout | four-wheel drive |
| Horse Power | 320 @ 5200 |
| Torque | 340 @ 4200 |
| Fuel Economy | 14/19 |
| Wheelbase | 116.0 |
| Length/Width/Height | 202/79/77 |
| Track Front/Rear | |
| Turning Radius | 39.0 |
| Seating Capacity | 9 |
| Front Head/Hip/Leg room | 41.1/64.4/41.3 |
| Middle Head/Hip/Leg room | 39.2/60.6/39 |
| Rear Head/Hip/Leg room | 37.9/49.1/25.6 |
| Trunk Volume | 108.9 |
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| Towing Capacity | 8200 |
| Front Suspension | independent, coil over gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | solid axle, five-link, coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Ground Clearance | 9.0 |
| Curb Weight | 5677 |
| Stock Tires | P265/60R17 all-season |
| Brakes Front/Rear | disc/disc with ABS |
| Fuel Capacity | 26 |
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