GMC Yukon Denali

At this day and age where more fuel efficient big crossovers already exist, who would need a full-size SUV like the GMC Yukon Denali?

Well, if you have to perform towing duties on a regular basis and want more passenger space than a pickup truck can provide, then you’ll certainly need one. This hulking machine from GMC has both the power and build that can easily out-tow any crossover SUV in the planet.

Powered by a massive 6.2-liter V8 with a maximum power output of 403 hp and a maximum torque of 417 ft-lbs, the Denali is a working man’s workhorse SUV. We’ve mentioned towing – this vehicle can tow up to 8,300 lbs of load. Let me just add that it can also handle a payload of up to 1,620 lbs.

6 Speed Automatic Transmission

This workhorse is already outfitted with a six-speed automatic transmission, which helps deliver those impressive horsepower even while keeping fuel consumption low. That’s right, even with only 14 mpg city and 18 mpg highway mileage specs, this SUV has much better mileage stats than its predecessors.

The Denali has an optional blind-spot warning system, and we recommend you to have it. This will help prevent accidents while you shift lanes.

After all those raves about performance, I’m worried you might be getting the wrong impression that this SUV is nothing more than an expensive workhorse.

The Name of the Game: Comfort

Actually, inside the Yukon Denali is one of the most comfortable cabins you’ll ever set your eyes on. Of course, the massive space is already a given. But what I’m talking about is the leather-covered and heated, multiple-point power adjustable seats; leather-covered steering wheel; automatic climate control with rear seat HVAC controls; and its nice collection of techno niceties.

You’ll get nothing less than first-class entertainment via the 10-speaker Bose Centerpoint Surround System. Other hi-tech features include OnStar telematics, GPS Navigation, a power liftgate, a telephone antenna, cruise control, and Bluetooth^®.

Yes, full-size SUV’s like the GMC Yukon Denali are sure to get scarce but the way we see it, they will never go extinct.