Andrea, “is it not the worst”. That was great

My wife and I just purchased a 2024 GMC Denali Ultimate Yukon, absolutely love the interior and the Vader chrome! I am not trying to justify this pricing on the truck but I feel as most of rhese suv with loaded options are in the high $80k- $90k if I am spending that I want to go all in on the Ultimate! Love the truck and a big GMC fan.

I thought Andrea was going to hit the sign at 2:45..Check out this turning radius.... BAM!! 😂😂

Thanks Andrea for one of the big boy reviews, fantastic as always 👏

I have the Yukon Denali Ultimate and really don't have an issue with the shifter. Also, when slide the console back, you can push the leather top forward, so you still have the armrest for the front passengers. Agree that I love all the buttons, that is why I went with the Yukon Denali Ultimate over the Escalade. Also agree that I love how the screen is integrated into the dash board, unlike a lot of manufactures that are just adding an "ipad" to the dash.

Zack wants more buttons! 😮 😂 This thing is huge. I am not crazy about transmission buttons. Having a diesel is good. 👍🏻 perfect for long trips. Good show Andrea! ☕️☕️

love this channel!

Love this review... keep it coming!

Excellent review as always 👏. The Yukon is very attractive, especially in Denali trim. The diesel powerplant is definitely the way to go.

I personally don’t have a desire to buy this type of vehicle but I have to watch every one of your videos !!!! Wooohoo you both are so knowledgeable and entertaining, thank you!❤

great review and i completely agree with the pull button. We have had a Denali for last 9 years and ready to upgrade but may have to go in a different direction. Love everything about this vehicle but i just can't do pull button transmission. thanks for all the great reviews.

We bought a 23 Yukon Denali with the 6.2L to replace a 16 Denali and I love it. The air ride suspension makes it float and has an amazing ride quality. Love the heads up display, customizable instrument cluster, the seats are very comfortable, and I love the infotainment system. The only drawback is acceleration with the way the transmission is geared. I know its a small thing but I love the electric running boards. The way they are tucked in while underway but then pop out to aid in getting in and out of the vehicle.

@emikomina

Ай бұрын

air suspension will give out in a couple of years or when the warranty is up, classic gmc

@tabishvanti2526

Ай бұрын

@@emikominaDoesn’t matter people buying this already know it, be it any car Japanese American or German

@mdcollins3806

Ай бұрын

Any issues with the 6.2 yet? All GM forums have nothing but horror stories about the motors going out with very low mileage. I have a 2015 Yukon Denali XL. Motor was rebuilt at 150,000 miles due to the cylinder deactivation garbage. Currently have just over 189,000 miles on it. Reliability issues and the absolute insane cost is keeping me in mine ..lol… Enjoy your ride and be blessed.

@leehowell4258

Ай бұрын

@@emikomina there’s a reason I bought the 7 year 72,000 bumper to bumper extended warranty. Not my first rodeo with GMC. But if you look at the full-size SUV category they are all plagued by issues and/or you will spend well north of $100k for one. GMC Yukon seemed to be the best value for the money in our opinion. The High Country Tahoe was not as smooth or interior wasn’t as nice as the Denali.

@leehowell4258

Ай бұрын

@@mdcollins3806 only have 4500 miles on it but so far knock on wood no issues. My friend’s Escalade blew up with less than 12k miles on it. Our old 16 Denali with the 6.2L had AFM lifter failure at 54,000 miles. That was a $6,300 top end motor rebuild and full AFM delete. Considering it’s the same components but now across all 8 cylinders I feel it’s only a matter of when not if when this motor goes. Hoping it’s within warranty period or under the 7 year extended warranty I bought. My friend’s Escalade they gave her a 10 year warranty since it was a catastrophic failure. 😳🤦🏻‍♂️

Another great review. I'd love to see you review the 2025 Ford Explorer ST when it comes out in May.

GM has already shown off the face lifted Tahoe for 2025, and the Yukon has been spied out and about with its changes 😊

@invisisense5464

Ай бұрын

The facelift Tahoe is an improvement. But from what I saw with the teased Yukon, the headlights look weird and kinda ugly like the Silverado’s distorted appearance.

I have been driving the XL Denali since they first came out. Just wondering if the 2024 or 2025 will have the second row bench option.

We have a 2022 Yukon Denali. Outstanding vehicle although I find the interface with the technology a little clunky. Also the cylinder deactivation dries me crazy. Amazingly quick for such a large truck. Great engine.

That's a big ole car both, real big 🎉😮

Absolutely beautiful!!!!! Oh, and the truck is nice to. 😂

Imposing but handsome looks particularly in the Ultimate trim. Interior is certainly nice enough, it’s not class leading but you’re certainly not hard done by and it has good functionality with perhaps a question mark over the gear selector. Air suspension is a very nice to have provided it doesn’t fail and the range of engine options is stand out..

That electric-movable centre cubby is cool, doe.

GM knows how to nail their big suvs. I found the Navi had an incredibly rough ride, even on air.

Regarding air suspension: I was just watching a KZread video yesterday put out by an excellent mechanic talking about air suspension on Lexus and how crazy expensive it is to replace when they start leaking. So that's something to consider.

I recently rented the Chevrolet version for a trip and I must admit I came out impressed. I don't need a car this seize as my daily but I totally get why people would go for this type of vehicle. The diesel is the better choice for sure.

Get the 6.2L and remove the troublesome DOD. Add ported heads, cam and a blower. Makes good power in stock form, crazy power with supercharger. New screens are much better. Push button trans is horrible. A small shifter handle on console is perfect. The 2025 Tahoe/Yukon gets a small column mounted shifter. I love the interior in the Lincoln Nav. You can make more power with the Nav’s twin turbo 6 by adding a tune. The Yukon is a great SUV! 👍

I bought a ‘21 Yukon Denali with the Ultimate package and had FOUR visits to the dealership in the first 5k miles for the air suspension, which was replaced multiple times and never fixed. Absolute garbage.

@KerBear847

Ай бұрын

Your comment is very interesting. I had a 2021 GMC Yukon AT4. My SUV was also in the dealership three times before 5,000 miles. GMC kept my car for three months during one of those visits. My air suspension was also replaced. I asked whether my vehicle was a lemon. GMC decided to consider my vehicle a lemon. I now have a 2024 Denali Ultimate. So far no issues at all.

I love how excited Andrea gets whenever she's accelerating in these cars! Lol.

@devynm1309

Ай бұрын

And that bomber jacket. So stylish!!

How many times do you use the push pull buttons not that many times a day I’d worry about the rest of the truck make sure you get the extended warranty

Like the console slide and the chocolate brown leather with black accent looks great . Air suspension is great especially towing, have it on myRam 2500. The 3.0 is great for mileage but marginal better torque than 6.2 l for towing. Like what GM has done to this vehicle just not the price.

I'm a GMC fan! I've owned two and loved both!

Love our denial yukon

So which is better then, Consumer reports or JD power?

The reason for the pull buttons for reverse and drive is that a driver cannot claim they mistakenly used those buttons since you have to intentionally use them. Alleviating the I thought I pushed the right button defense.

@deboralacreta

Ай бұрын

That is the best answer to this question that I have ever heard

@NoNameFish247

Ай бұрын

I’m just imagining trying to parallel park… lol. Look pull. Look pull. Look pull… so awkward. At least with a dial it has some tactile feel so you don’t have to take your eyes off the mirrors each time. Idk. Just a thought. Good explanation though… hadn’t thought of that.

I don’t buy American vehicles but I still followed

I have a 2019 Expedition and it’s just something about these full sized body on frame SUVs. They have such a presence.

With diesel prices higher than Gas and when it’s difficult to find diesel gas stations in remote and interior areas (you can find Gas almost anywhere), if we don’t have to tow anything, is it a good idea to get gas engine ?

@keithcrandall1369

Ай бұрын

the diesel is a little slower...but I heard u don't notice it as much when driving normal around town. I would probably lean towards the diesel, but the 6.2L is pretty neat as well.

Priced into the stratosphere at 136K. That is nuts.

@cliffpeterson8430

Ай бұрын

Yes and 2 years later worth 50% of that.

Love my Yukon XL 3.0 diesel. It’s averaging 11.9L/100 km in daily use and I’ve seen as low as 10 on highway trips. I couldn’t get this mileage with my CR-V! Just over 70,000 km and aside from a few tech glitches and software updates I’ve had no problems.

@Motormouth...

Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Just attach a couple flags on the hood, slap on the shades 😎😎...and see how many stares you get! 😂

To what do you attribute the seeming disparity in vehicle ratings between JD Power and Consumers Reports?

@trumpisastump9382

Ай бұрын

JD Power is just initial quality over the first 3-6 months of ownership. CR is longer term.

@timbutler362

Ай бұрын

Have 3 year review too!

Just remember, if you're in Toronto to leave the keys by the door so you don't get killed when thieves come for it.

The additional 20K for the Ultimate version of the Denali over a well-optioned std version hit my squeal point. A few additional headrest speakers, upgraded leather and wood, and Vadar chrome (which looks great) doesn't add up to 20K for me.

How does this compare to the Escalade

Is the Escalade worth the extra 10k-15k over this?

The push button PRNDL is an absolute war crime

Good video, but I’d get a Toyota Sequoia 😁 If I had to buy big 3, the GM diesel is the one.

I feel conflicted. I want the 6.2L because they're a dying breed, but the Diesel makes more sense from a long term cost perspective. Gets almost twice the gas mileage with close to the same torque. I'd end up buying one and having buyer's remorse for the other.

GM does love their cheap hard plastic. I was a GM/Chevy guy for decades and I'll never buy another one. And those buttons for the transmission are like an after thought. As if they got done designing the interior and someone asked where does the shifter go - and someone just figured ah, throw in some cheap buttons, that'll be good enough.

Hi Andrea and Zack, I am in the market for either the Yukon Ultimate or the Escalade Sports Platinum as I have 2 big golden retrievers. My dilemma is whether to get the gas or diesel engine. Zack has said he'd get the diesel for the better mileage which I think is great. Will it be good for me as I live in Prince George, BC. Most of the driving I do is Monday to Friday home to work less than 15km. Weekend drives will be to the grocery store and Costco which will also be less than 15km one way. Will probably make 2 trips in the summer long distance. One to Vancouver for sure and one to Alberta. Is my driving style too short distance for the diesel? Am I asking for trouble in the long run? Should I stick with the gas 6.2? Do you feel that passing power on the freeway is sufficient in the diesel? The difference in price between the diesel and gas when purchased new is negligible. What should I do? Thanks, Walter

@Motormouth...

10 күн бұрын

I would get the diesel and enjoy all the torque and amazing fuel economy. Just make sure you take it out for a run once in a while it'll be fine

Nice suv

Great review pretty much bang on when I drove the Denali Ultimate as a rental. Zach I would like to commend you this has to be the first review where you haven't said "The Bank of Toyota" That's probably because the Toyota Sequoia in the space isn't very popular at all and its ugly as heck. These full size GM SUV's are selling used almost for what they were bought for day one. Several Vancouver dealers are selling 23 Denali Ultimate's used for over $100,000CAN. For those people that actually listen to what Consumer Reports has to say when it comes to reliability I would encourage you to do some internet research on how Consumer Reports has been compromised and is completely without integrity. The 25 Yukon Denali will be out in Q4 of 24 with order banks opening this summer and deliveries in Q1 of 25. Arlington Assembly Plant in TX is retooling for the new 25 Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade in the summer/fall 24.

The only issues with GM/Chevy and across all there truck lineup, is the HVAC system. Had a 21 version of this vehicle and just outside of the warranty and the AC unit had to be replaced...$2000 bill. As soon as my wife pulled in, they knew exactly what was wrong and how much. They are well aware of this problem, and it's not just GM either. Where I work, we have 40-50 same generation Chevy trucks, and everyone has the same issue, including the ones that came online January 2024 already. Whatever GM did to this generation model is not the same a previous generation. We still have 40+ pre covid generation trucks and they are all fine, or better, and even older trucks are much better. I have owned few Denalis from the previous generation 07 and newer, and never had an issue with any of them...I won't be back till they fix this issue, or but the Extended warranty of your a high mileage user like we are. It will pay for itself. Other than that great trucks. Oh and first the first time this 21 engine blew and was going again with just under 100k, so we ditched it. This could be a one off on the 6.2, as I am sure it's the same motor since 07, and we have put big miles on all previous 6.2, and zero issues... My wife puts about 70-80k a year on them. 5 kids, 4 play traveling hockey, and 1 horse rider, so our XLs got used well, or lived in well.

Lincoln has the best service. They come right to your door. Time is money.

@LetMeCook86

Ай бұрын

😂

Waiting for the 2025 Denali Ultimate

Well, this is getting the mid-cycle update for '25 model year. Let's see how this evolves.

She's absolutely right,these trucks really do have a street presence that no other vehicle can duplicate GMC YUKON COMING THROUGH too funny

@bradzimmerman3171

Ай бұрын

It’s hilarious,why in a couple of years the gM rust out ummm no thanks

Yukon denali for sure better than others

I also meant to ask if the Denali is equipped with front cameras .

I’m 68, when I was 21, I thought cars were expensive , because I didn’t make a lot of money, now I do make good money, but truck/ suv prices just seem obscene to me,,, $100K for a loaded truck or SUV, is not extreme, where is this insanity headed

@billurban1581

Ай бұрын

I wish I was 68 again. Remember, it only took $19,000 in ‘77 to buy something costing $100,000 today. Inflation is the cruelest tax.

I am curious to see if GM customers will forgive them for such a horrific betrayal.

Holy Moses, this makes me want to get back in the business.

@DctorSkillz1

Ай бұрын

What business are we talking about, chief?

@trippinwithdumas1382

Ай бұрын

Car sales, profits must be higher than ever.

BIG boat in Canada, everything is Denali in Québec!

Consumer reports weighs too heavily on problems with infotainment and gadgets which the GMCs tend to have more of

Does it have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto? I heard GM was going to remove them from its future vehicles.

@andreaspencer9813

Ай бұрын

It does have it.

@chudson4500

Ай бұрын

That's only for the electric vehicles

50% better fuel economy...i couldn't ignore that

@Jose_cab

Ай бұрын

What car do you drive and how much was it if you don’t mind me asking?

@JamaicanMeCrazy

Ай бұрын

@@Jose_cab Camry hybrid. About 25k slightly used 50mpg all day every day

@Jose_cab

Ай бұрын

Ok makes sense that you say you care about cost of gas and MPG. I just find it annoying when they are talking about a 100k car media/consumers and cry about gas ⛽️. Like really? You are buying a luxury on top of luxury so either you’re crazy or shouldn’t even be looking at that car if you can’t even afford the gas. That’s good for you tho enjoy your savings! ✌️

@calebwany8422

Ай бұрын

@@Jose_cab But hey, at least they don't take it offroad

@JamaicanMeCrazy

Ай бұрын

@@Jose_cab this is true but we have to try and understand that everyone is different and spends money differently. I didn't care about gas before I got my first hybrid now it's something that I care about.. I didn't care about gas in my sports cars though. And I can also use that money for other stuff and I'm not necessarily broke just frugal.

If it isn’t a v8 ,I am not interested. I have a Yukon. Zero problems.

Did you say 6 speakers??? I hope that's a mistake. For such a large vehicle, that can't be right

I prefer a full-size SUV since me and my family are safer which is why I got the Escalade ESV as a write-off.

I miss a real gear shifter stalk.

@trumpisastump9382

Ай бұрын

Sorry if you feelings are hurt over such an inconsequential item.

I have had 7 GMC vehicles, 5 trucks and 2 SUV, One Tahoe and one Yukon, zero issues.! But residual value is falling, and lease deals are no longer affordable.

Yukon all the way

$100K and they can't get rid of the phone holder in the arm rest that doesn't charge your phone. That little fix has to wait until 2025. I was looking at a 2024 Tahoe, $85K and that armrest thing is a joke along with the way you shift to park, reverse and neutral. I can't wait until the gear shift is back to where it belongs. Also looking forward to the newer diesel.

The Duramax version seems nice, the other version feels mediocre to me.

Aren't they ditching the push/pull button in 2025? As major outlets are showing the interior with the EV steering wheel, with an even bigger screen, and an electronic stalk for the transmission.

@trumpisastump9382

Ай бұрын

Stalk. Is this really something you are that concerned about?? If so. your life is way too easy and unreflective.

Pull buttons are for safety.

Moonroof, sunroof... What is next? Starroof?

As a Loyal Toyota owner over the last 12years, I purchased a Duramax Silverado in 2023. Bye is their reliability terrible. Last GM product for me.

@chadh983

22 күн бұрын

If reliability is most important thing to you then yes maybe Toyota. But toyotas bore me to sleep. Im willing to give up some reliability for luxury and excitment

@adamcornelius365

16 күн бұрын

Honestly, I think the reliability issue is blown out of proportion. We live in the 2020s, major brand car makers are not putting out crappy vehicles. A less reliable brand today would’ve been the most reliable a couple decades ago. It’s just probability with any brand, you might get unlucky with any car…

IT LOOKS LIKE A BLACK SCHOOL BUS 😂🤣. I Bet that this vehicle is Longer than the Batmobile 😮😂🤣!!! Hahaha 😂

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So no option for the turret on the roof or run flat? pfft All kidding aside i really wish the manufacturers would get serious with hybrids (or related tech) for the larger vehicles to actually improve mileage and not just adding boost power.

Great vehicle but 100-140k for an SUV is literally insane.

I guess I’m in the minority in that I find it gaudy like a plastic Christmas ornament from Big Lots. I’m sure a whole bus stop full of kids could hide in front of that grill. If you need to tow in comfort, it looks like this is the vehicle. It’s excessively excessive to me.

You like diesels. Sad that the U.S. doesn’t like diesels in passenger vehicles.

That pull button transmission will probably go away when they refresh it next year.

@trumpisastump9382

Ай бұрын

To a stalk system, not the obsolete mechanical system these crumudgeons want.

May be 2 mpg.

Emission regulations ruined Diesels.

@trumpisastump9382

Ай бұрын

Yes, who needs clean air that will not cause cancer???

@billurban1581

Ай бұрын

⁠​⁠@trump, the fact is diesel engines emit

Yeah owned a 22 Yukon ultimate and I will tell you that the android infotainment system is total garbage. Door started leaking when it rained and after getting rid of it I learned the lifters went bad on the engine. I will stick with my BMW suv for sure, so much nicer than a Denali.

You guys remind me of the dodgeball movie announcer Cotton and Pepper lol same voices

I notice no reviewer ever recommends the Wagoneer in these reviews. Is it that bad? As someone who used to work at a Jeep dealer, I can attest that they are absolutely horrible in reliability. But to recommend an ancient Armada and not the Wagoneer in a top 4... That's a sign of how bad it must be.

One thing I noticed about Consumer Reports is all Chevy, GMC, Ford, Jeep, German Cars are in their worst list. However, Toyota, Lexus and Subaru are always at the very top of all their lists. I have nothing against Toyota, Lexus and Subaru as they are great vehicles. My point is, Consumer Report should be more honest and unbiased in their reports. Give credit to those who deserves credit. This is exactly one reason why I never used Consumer Reports in my research for new vehicles. JD Power, Iseecars, Road and Track, Edmunds, Car and Driver are more reliable platforms for new car research.

@billurban1581

Ай бұрын

J D Power Reliability survey has Lexus and Toyota ranked one and two, about 1.4 issues per car. But Buick and Chevy ranked three and four, about 1.6 issues per car. But to your point only other domestic in the top ten is Dodge. The average for all cars is 1.9 reliability issues.

@emikomina

Ай бұрын

Toyota, Lexus, Subaru and even Mazda deserve their place near the top of the rankings. Nothing biased about it imo. Even Mini is up there surprisingly. Of the domestic brands Chevy and Buick have improved their reliability in recent years. And to finish, German cars have always had terrible reliability due to their overengineering and complexity.

@billurban1581

Ай бұрын

@@emikomina The point is, 1.4 issues per Lexus, 1.9 issues for the average car, much prognostication about relatively little.

if u have seen the leaked 25' yukon the front doesn't look as good as this 24' model.

Big boy. Lol v8 and our gas prices 😅😂

this, because of V8

Can we just go back to column shifters?

In the states the diesel is not very popular.

List on the Denali is more than the Lincoln in my area. All are overpriced.

Rich people get richer, God bless'm.

@trumpisastump9382

Ай бұрын

Rich people get richer, not because of "god", but because we allow a system that allows the concentration of wealth.

Poor Piano Black, so derided, so bullied. Now, the Yukon has tons of Piano Black and not even a mention. Piano Black feels neglected. I say stop Piano Black hate, it’s pretty, and didn’t do anything to you!😂

I think the interior of the Lincoln looks so much better

Manual lift gate with that price tag what a rip off

Lincoln.