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12-05-2014, 08:20 AM
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Watch How Fast This Hennessey Yukon Denali Hits 60MPH
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Outright speed knows no boundaries. The folks at Hennessey Performance understand that (and probably could make a 190 mph Mazda5 if they wanted to). That’s why, in addition to cranking up the horsepower on exotic cars you can never hope to own, they boost the type of cars see every day.
The new 2015 GMC Yukon Denali is one such vehicle. In the crafty hands of Hennessey, it’ll now jet from zero to 60 mph in a slight 4.5 seconds and through the quarter mile in a swift 13.1 seconds at 110 mph. Don’t believe us? See for yourself.
RELATED: Take a closer look at the redesigned 2015 GMC Yukon Denali
RELATED: Take a closer look at the redesigned 2015 GMC Yukon Denali
Whereas the standard Denali summons 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque from its 6.2-liter EcoTec3, Hennessey Performance cranks those figures up to 665 horsepower and 658 lb-ft thanks to a 2.9-liter supercharger. That whopping blower is complemented by a high-flow intercooler, retooled cylinder heads, custom camshafts, and a new engine management tune.
Weighing in at 5,700 lbs., the Yukon’s performance is a bit like watching a hefty guy smash Usain Bolt’s sprinting records. But for the family looking to shave minutes off their daily school run, the Hennessey HPE650 Yukon Denali might be worth a look.
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Weighing in at 5,700 lbs., the Yukon’s performance is a bit like watching a hefty guy smash Usain Bolt’s sprinting records. But for the family looking to shave minutes off their daily school run, the Hennessey HPE650 Yukon Denali might be worth a look.
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12-05-2014, 08:39 AM
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About This Car
GMC announced the all-new 2015 Yukon, Yukon XL and flagship Yukon Denali models will deliver greater capability and refinement, with more power, new fold-flat rear seats and a quieter interior. And thanks to a new family of advanced EcoTec3 engines, the lineup is expected to deliver the segment’s best V-8 fuel economy.
- Quick Specs -
Bold styling and advanced technologies – including new safety and security technologies – support Yukon’s greater capability, while a more comprehensive list of standard features and enhanced infotainment options are designed to broaden the appeal of one of the industry’s most-popular full-size SUV lineups. Combined Yukon/Yukon XL and Denali sales were up 24 percent for the eight months of 2013.
“We’ve engineered the Yukon and Yukon XL from the ground up, building on a strong legacy of capability to take them to the top of the segment with exceptional refinement and purposeful technology,” said Tony DiSalle, vice president of GMC Marketing. “And when it comes to the tasks people rely on a full-size SUV for, they do it better than ever – and with more style.”
Yukon and Yukon XL share design, architectural and powertrain elements, but Yukon XL has an approximately 14-inch longer wheelbase and is approximately 20 inches longer overall, providing greater legroom for third-row passengers and almost twice the cargo room behind the third-row seat.
“Although they are based on a similar architecture, Yukon and Yukon XL are distinctive products that appeal to different customers,” said DiSalle. “Versatility and spaciousness are valued by customers for both vehicles, but the Yukon XL is the choice for families with more children and those with lifestyles that require its unique combination of passenger- and cargo-hauling capabilities. In fact, Yukon XL owners are more than twice as likely to transport passengers daily in the third-row seat.”
When it comes to safety, the Yukon lineup incorporates new technologies to help protect the driver and passengers before, during and after a collision. They include a forward radar system and the segment’s only front seat center-mounted air bag (models with bucket seats), which is engineered to provide additional protection to drivers and front passengers in far-side impact crashes, where the affected occupant is on the opposite, non-struck side of the vehicle.
Standard and available safety features, depending on the model, also include forward collision alert, front park assist, lane departure warning, lane change assist, rear cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, front and rear automatic braking, and GM’s Safety Alert Seat. It offers directional vibrations to alert the driver about potential crash threats.
All-new exterior and interior designs advance GMC’s professional grade aesthetic with elements designed to be beautiful and functional. The exteriors are sleeker and more aerodynamic, enhancing efficiency on the highway and contributing to the new Yukon’s quiet ride.
Bold styling cues include highly detailed, chrome-accented grilles matched with GMC’s signature C-shaped light-emitting diode lighting motif, front and rear. Projector-beam headlamps are standard on Yukon and Yukon XL. The distinctive Denali models are instantly identifiable by their signature chrome grille and unique exterior appointments, including exclusive high-intensity discharge headlamps.
Inside, the all-new 2015 Yukon’s precisely crafted interior features a quiet cabin, authentic materials and premium infotainment choices. Examples include soft-touch instrument panel, console and door panel materials with live stitching and purposeful use of ambient lighting in functional areas, including first- and second-row foot wells and the center console. All models have a standard Bose sound system, seats with dual-firmness foam and an ambient air vent designed to enhance comfort for front-seat passengers.
There are more storage options in the new Yukon lineup, including a compartmentalized center console that’s large enough to store a laptop or iPad and has provisions for hanging file folders and other organizational features, especially for customers whose vehicle also serves as a rolling office.
The 2015 Yukon lineup delivers greater capability and greater refinement through new and enhanced chassis and suspension systems. A fully boxed frame – composed of more than 75 percent high-strength steel – supports a quiet and controlled ride. New shear-style body mounts attached to the frame significantly improve stiffness and contribute to the Yukon’s smooth ride.
The all-new Yukon family is more powerful and efficient than before, thanks to the new EcoTec3 engine family, which debuted earlier this year in the all-new 2014 Sierra. A 5.3L V-8 is standard in Yukon and Yukon XL models and an exclusive 6.2L engine is standard in Denali models, which is expected to deliver the segment’s best horsepower and torque.
The EcoTec3 engines feature state-of-the-art technologies, including direct injection, cylinder deactivation, continuously variable valve timing and an advanced combustion system, designed to make the most of power, torque and efficiency across a broad range of operating conditions. More precisely controlled combustion enables the new engines to run with a higher compression ratio, which delivers greater power and efficiency.
Hydraulic engine mounts, electronic throttle control, adaptive exhaust systems, improved aerodynamics and other technologies help the engines operate in four-cylinder mode for longer periods of time with Active Fuel Management, further increasing efficiency.
Both engines are matched with the Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission.
Source: GMC press
GMC announced the all-new 2015 Yukon, Yukon XL and flagship Yukon Denali models will deliver greater capability and refinement, with more power, new fold-flat rear seats and a quieter interior. And thanks to a new family of advanced EcoTec3 engines, the lineup is expected to deliver the segment’s best V-8 fuel economy.
- Quick Specs -
Bold styling and advanced technologies – including new safety and security technologies – support Yukon’s greater capability, while a more comprehensive list of standard features and enhanced infotainment options are designed to broaden the appeal of one of the industry’s most-popular full-size SUV lineups. Combined Yukon/Yukon XL and Denali sales were up 24 percent for the eight months of 2013.
“We’ve engineered the Yukon and Yukon XL from the ground up, building on a strong legacy of capability to take them to the top of the segment with exceptional refinement and purposeful technology,” said Tony DiSalle, vice president of GMC Marketing. “And when it comes to the tasks people rely on a full-size SUV for, they do it better than ever – and with more style.”
Yukon and Yukon XL share design, architectural and powertrain elements, but Yukon XL has an approximately 14-inch longer wheelbase and is approximately 20 inches longer overall, providing greater legroom for third-row passengers and almost twice the cargo room behind the third-row seat.
“Although they are based on a similar architecture, Yukon and Yukon XL are distinctive products that appeal to different customers,” said DiSalle. “Versatility and spaciousness are valued by customers for both vehicles, but the Yukon XL is the choice for families with more children and those with lifestyles that require its unique combination of passenger- and cargo-hauling capabilities. In fact, Yukon XL owners are more than twice as likely to transport passengers daily in the third-row seat.”
When it comes to safety, the Yukon lineup incorporates new technologies to help protect the driver and passengers before, during and after a collision. They include a forward radar system and the segment’s only front seat center-mounted air bag (models with bucket seats), which is engineered to provide additional protection to drivers and front passengers in far-side impact crashes, where the affected occupant is on the opposite, non-struck side of the vehicle.
Standard and available safety features, depending on the model, also include forward collision alert, front park assist, lane departure warning, lane change assist, rear cross traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, front and rear automatic braking, and GM’s Safety Alert Seat. It offers directional vibrations to alert the driver about potential crash threats.
All-new exterior and interior designs advance GMC’s professional grade aesthetic with elements designed to be beautiful and functional. The exteriors are sleeker and more aerodynamic, enhancing efficiency on the highway and contributing to the new Yukon’s quiet ride.
Bold styling cues include highly detailed, chrome-accented grilles matched with GMC’s signature C-shaped light-emitting diode lighting motif, front and rear. Projector-beam headlamps are standard on Yukon and Yukon XL. The distinctive Denali models are instantly identifiable by their signature chrome grille and unique exterior appointments, including exclusive high-intensity discharge headlamps.
Inside, the all-new 2015 Yukon’s precisely crafted interior features a quiet cabin, authentic materials and premium infotainment choices. Examples include soft-touch instrument panel, console and door panel materials with live stitching and purposeful use of ambient lighting in functional areas, including first- and second-row foot wells and the center console. All models have a standard Bose sound system, seats with dual-firmness foam and an ambient air vent designed to enhance comfort for front-seat passengers.
There are more storage options in the new Yukon lineup, including a compartmentalized center console that’s large enough to store a laptop or iPad and has provisions for hanging file folders and other organizational features, especially for customers whose vehicle also serves as a rolling office.
The 2015 Yukon lineup delivers greater capability and greater refinement through new and enhanced chassis and suspension systems. A fully boxed frame – composed of more than 75 percent high-strength steel – supports a quiet and controlled ride. New shear-style body mounts attached to the frame significantly improve stiffness and contribute to the Yukon’s smooth ride.
The all-new Yukon family is more powerful and efficient than before, thanks to the new EcoTec3 engine family, which debuted earlier this year in the all-new 2014 Sierra. A 5.3L V-8 is standard in Yukon and Yukon XL models and an exclusive 6.2L engine is standard in Denali models, which is expected to deliver the segment’s best horsepower and torque.
The EcoTec3 engines feature state-of-the-art technologies, including direct injection, cylinder deactivation, continuously variable valve timing and an advanced combustion system, designed to make the most of power, torque and efficiency across a broad range of operating conditions. More precisely controlled combustion enables the new engines to run with a higher compression ratio, which delivers greater power and efficiency.
Hydraulic engine mounts, electronic throttle control, adaptive exhaust systems, improved aerodynamics and other technologies help the engines operate in four-cylinder mode for longer periods of time with Active Fuel Management, further increasing efficiency.
Both engines are matched with the Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed automatic transmission.
Source: GMC press
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2015 Cadillac Escalade
Gallery (16 images)Next
Cadillac has completely redesigned the Escalade full-size SUV for the latest model year, and while its basic premise - blending truck capability with luxury car comfort - remains the same, the execution has been significantly improved. Now bursting with opulence and technology, the Escalade is a strong choice for those seeking a luxury utility that makes a statement.
Chevrolet trucks - See the full lineup
In addition to the standard-wheelbase model discussed herein, the Escalade is also available as the longer, roomierEscalade ESV.Overview
With ever-rising gas prices and the emergence of the efficient and wieldy car-based crossover, the Escalade is an unusual machine: a traditional, pickup-derived SUV with serious towing and hauling chops. And as its work-ready underpinnings are covered with a leather-lined interior and the latest in high-tech accouterments, this is a rare beast indeed.
Outside, the Escalade is dressed in dapper duds that include an oversized, attention-grabbing chrome grille, creased flanks, and Cadillac's signature vertical LED lights that run from the headlights down to the fog light cluster. The striking sheetmetal helps to set the Escalade apart not only from rival models, but from its own siblings, the lower-priced Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon. All three share a platform and numerous other components.
The Escalade is further distinguished from its corporate relatives by a unique cabin, which features a classy design wrapped in supple leather and genuine wood trim. Creature comforts abound - heated and ventilated front seats, a Bose stereo and navigation system are all standard - and a 12.3-inch reconfigurable TFT gauge cluster provides a wide range of customizable information readouts.
As with all modern Cadillacs, the Escalade is fitted with the controversial CUE infotainment system, which is operated through an eight-inch touchscreen interface in the center stack along with capacitive-touch controls. Similar to tablet devices, it lets users tap, flick and swipe to control Bluetooth connectivity, entertainment and navigation functions while also providing access to weather information, local fuel prices, Pandora internet radio and more.
However, the system has faced criticism for delayed responses to control inputs, confusing design elements and a lack of conventional buttons for frequently-accessed functions. At least a natural voice recognition system provides an intuitive alternate means of controlling CUE, allowing users to place hands-free calls, enter navigation destinations and select songs without clunky and cumbersome memorized phrases.
Cadillac has repacked the Escalade, resulting in more space for 1st and 2nd row passengers but less cargo room. There's still a sizable 94.7 cubic feet available with the second row folded down, but things still get less rosy when the third row - which now folds flat into the floor - is pulled up into place, with cargo capacity falling to 15.3 cubes. Furthermore, due to the Escalade's rugged but bulky solid rear axle, the seats provide only enough space to comfortably seat children.
Powertrains, Towing and Fuel Economy
The Escalade is powered by a 6.2-liter V8 that produces 420 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, the mill is fitted with a trio of efficiency-enhancing measures, including direct-injection, variable valve timing and a cylinder deactivation system.
Rear-wheel-drive is standard, while four-wheel-drive is an extra-cost option. RWD models equipped with an available Maximum Trailering Package can tow up to 8,200 lbs.
Although not a dedicated mud-slinger, the Escalade is more than capable of handling light off-roading situations.
Fuel economy is rated at 15/21 city/highway mpg with RWD and 14/21 with 4WD.
The Escalade is fitted as standard with GM's Magnetic Ride Control, an adaptive damping system that endows the SUV with a smooth ride and relatively responsive handling.
Trim Level Breakdown
The entry-level Escalade comes standard with leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second row seats, a heated steering wheel, Cadillac's controversial CUE infotainment system with navigation, a Bose stereo, a power liftgate, a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, adaptive remote start, LED headlights and taillights, a 12-inch reconfigurable instrument cluster, power-folding third row seats, power-adjustable pedals, Magnetic Ride Control and 20-inch wheels.
The Escalade Luxury Collection adds lane departure warning, forward collision alert, side blind zone assist, rear cross traffic alert, automatic high beam headlights, power folding second row seats, a sunroof, a full head up display and 22-inch wheels.
The Escalade Premium collection brings automatic braking when a potential front or rear collision is detected, adaptive cruise control, illuminated exterior door handles and a rear-seat entertainment system with a nine-inch overhead screen.
Occupant Safety
All Escalade models come standard with dual front, front side and full-length side curtain airbags in addition to a front center airbag and traction and stability control systems.
Available safety features include a forward collision alert system, which warns the driver when it sense an impending crash; a lane departure warning system that alerts the driver if the Escalade begins to wander into an adjacent lane; a rear cross traffic alert system that warns the driver of approaching traffic in backup situations; and a rear blind spot warning system. Range-topping Escalades feature an automatic braking function that links with the forward collision alert and rear cross traffic alert systems; it hits the brakes when a potential front or rear crash is detected.
Key Competitors
The Escalade's rivals include the Range Rover, the Lexus LX570 and the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.
Read more: 2015 Cadillac Escalade - Specifications, Pictures, Prices
Gallery (16 images)Next
Cadillac has completely redesigned the Escalade full-size SUV for the latest model year, and while its basic premise - blending truck capability with luxury car comfort - remains the same, the execution has been significantly improved. Now bursting with opulence and technology, the Escalade is a strong choice for those seeking a luxury utility that makes a statement.
Chevrolet trucks - See the full lineup
In addition to the standard-wheelbase model discussed herein, the Escalade is also available as the longer, roomierEscalade ESV.Overview
With ever-rising gas prices and the emergence of the efficient and wieldy car-based crossover, the Escalade is an unusual machine: a traditional, pickup-derived SUV with serious towing and hauling chops. And as its work-ready underpinnings are covered with a leather-lined interior and the latest in high-tech accouterments, this is a rare beast indeed.
Outside, the Escalade is dressed in dapper duds that include an oversized, attention-grabbing chrome grille, creased flanks, and Cadillac's signature vertical LED lights that run from the headlights down to the fog light cluster. The striking sheetmetal helps to set the Escalade apart not only from rival models, but from its own siblings, the lower-priced Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon. All three share a platform and numerous other components.
The Escalade is further distinguished from its corporate relatives by a unique cabin, which features a classy design wrapped in supple leather and genuine wood trim. Creature comforts abound - heated and ventilated front seats, a Bose stereo and navigation system are all standard - and a 12.3-inch reconfigurable TFT gauge cluster provides a wide range of customizable information readouts.
As with all modern Cadillacs, the Escalade is fitted with the controversial CUE infotainment system, which is operated through an eight-inch touchscreen interface in the center stack along with capacitive-touch controls. Similar to tablet devices, it lets users tap, flick and swipe to control Bluetooth connectivity, entertainment and navigation functions while also providing access to weather information, local fuel prices, Pandora internet radio and more.
However, the system has faced criticism for delayed responses to control inputs, confusing design elements and a lack of conventional buttons for frequently-accessed functions. At least a natural voice recognition system provides an intuitive alternate means of controlling CUE, allowing users to place hands-free calls, enter navigation destinations and select songs without clunky and cumbersome memorized phrases.
Cadillac has repacked the Escalade, resulting in more space for 1st and 2nd row passengers but less cargo room. There's still a sizable 94.7 cubic feet available with the second row folded down, but things still get less rosy when the third row - which now folds flat into the floor - is pulled up into place, with cargo capacity falling to 15.3 cubes. Furthermore, due to the Escalade's rugged but bulky solid rear axle, the seats provide only enough space to comfortably seat children.
Powertrains, Towing and Fuel Economy
The Escalade is powered by a 6.2-liter V8 that produces 420 horsepower and 450 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, the mill is fitted with a trio of efficiency-enhancing measures, including direct-injection, variable valve timing and a cylinder deactivation system.
Rear-wheel-drive is standard, while four-wheel-drive is an extra-cost option. RWD models equipped with an available Maximum Trailering Package can tow up to 8,200 lbs.
Although not a dedicated mud-slinger, the Escalade is more than capable of handling light off-roading situations.
Fuel economy is rated at 15/21 city/highway mpg with RWD and 14/21 with 4WD.
The Escalade is fitted as standard with GM's Magnetic Ride Control, an adaptive damping system that endows the SUV with a smooth ride and relatively responsive handling.
Trim Level Breakdown
The entry-level Escalade comes standard with leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, heated second row seats, a heated steering wheel, Cadillac's controversial CUE infotainment system with navigation, a Bose stereo, a power liftgate, a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, adaptive remote start, LED headlights and taillights, a 12-inch reconfigurable instrument cluster, power-folding third row seats, power-adjustable pedals, Magnetic Ride Control and 20-inch wheels.
The Escalade Luxury Collection adds lane departure warning, forward collision alert, side blind zone assist, rear cross traffic alert, automatic high beam headlights, power folding second row seats, a sunroof, a full head up display and 22-inch wheels.
The Escalade Premium collection brings automatic braking when a potential front or rear collision is detected, adaptive cruise control, illuminated exterior door handles and a rear-seat entertainment system with a nine-inch overhead screen.
Occupant Safety
All Escalade models come standard with dual front, front side and full-length side curtain airbags in addition to a front center airbag and traction and stability control systems.
Available safety features include a forward collision alert system, which warns the driver when it sense an impending crash; a lane departure warning system that alerts the driver if the Escalade begins to wander into an adjacent lane; a rear cross traffic alert system that warns the driver of approaching traffic in backup situations; and a rear blind spot warning system. Range-topping Escalades feature an automatic braking function that links with the forward collision alert and rear cross traffic alert systems; it hits the brakes when a potential front or rear crash is detected.
Key Competitors
The Escalade's rivals include the Range Rover, the Lexus LX570 and the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class.
Read more: 2015 Cadillac Escalade - Specifications, Pictures, Prices
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I would love to have one 4$ure
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12-08-2014, 07:14 AM
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2015 GMC Yukon Denali 4WD Sag Harbor money, Salinas-grade luxury.
DAVEY G. JOHNSON | December 2014
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VEHICLE TYPE: front-engine, 4-wheel-drive, 7-passenger, 4-door hatchback
PRICE AS TESTED: $74,720
(I'll take a Z06 instead) 
(base price: $66,675)ENGINE TYPE: pushrod 16-valve V-8, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection
Displacement: 376 cu in, 6162 cc
Power: 420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque: 460 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm
TRANSMISSION: 6-speed automatic with manual shifting mode
DIMENSIONS:
Wheelbase: 116.0 in
Length: 203.9 in
Width: 80.5 in Height: 74.4 in
Curb weight: 5816 lb
C/D TEST RESULTS:
Zero to 60 mph: 5.5 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 14.6 sec
Zero to 110 mph: 18.4 sec
Rolling start, 5-60 mph: 6.2 sec
Top gear, 30-50 mph: 3.3 sec
Top gear, 50-70 mph: 3.9 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 14.2 sec @ 99 mph
Braking, 70-0 mph: 188 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.77 g
FUEL ECONOMY:
EPA city/highway: 14/21 mpg
C/D observed: 14 mpg
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