In The Lap Of Luxury-GMC Denali
Society always has a way of gauging status and cars have always been one of the criteria used to do so. Cars that epitomize aristocracy and what are classified as unattainable beauties have always remained on the wish list of many a man. The Denali line can be safely said to fall in the same category.
From 1998, the time when the nameplate Denali was introduced, till now it remains as popular as ever. Initially the nameplate was assigned to GMC Yukon. The features were then modified to give it numerous world class features. It gets its name from Mount McKinley also known as Denali or the Great One, the highest mountain peak in North America.
Initially the Denali Yukon even shared its design with Cadillac Escade. Both went on to be re-designed only in 2001.The Denali nameplate was later extended to GMC Sierra (pick-up truck) and to Envoy. An upgraded version of the Denali with premium features was also introduced called as Yukon XL Denali.
Its safety features are also remarkable. Being given a five star marking, it represents safety in its highest level. A honeycomb pattern grille designed on every vehicle with the Denali nameplate seeks to distinguish itself from other luxury cars.
The vast number of features developed and incorporated with the latest technology seeks to make this line a front- runner when compared to others. Latest sound system, Bluetooth, a facility for transition from two to four wheels, comfortable interiors and power steering are a few of its outstanding features. The world also acknowledged its superiority by awarding the Yukon Denali the best large utility vehicle given by the Motor week Drivers Choice Awards, 2008 and Sierra Denali has been voted as having the best resale value by Auto Leasing Guide 2008.
Coming to the technical aspects the Denali line is characterized by their powerful engines. The Sierra Denali, Yukon Denali and Yukon Denali XL have 6.2L V8 engines delivering 403 hp ,366 hp and 366 hp respectively and Envoy Denali has 5.3L V8 engines delivering 300hp.Eight people can comfortable experience the luxury of Yukon Denali and Yukon Xl Denali whereas the Sierra Denali and Envoy Denali can take in five.
The styling along with the comfort makes the Denali line stand out from its contemporaries. Seen as the ultimate status symbol and an expression of perfect engineering this is one line of cars which everyone wants to get their hands on!!