2009 GMC Denali Performance

The GMC Yukon is a full-size sport utility vehicle sold in five trim levels, including Yukon Denali and Yukon Denali Hybrid. Seating up to eight passengers, the 2009 Yukon Denali offers commendable horsepower and torque performance and in hybrid form is one of the most fuel-efficient big SUVs available.

Yukon Denali

• Sold as the regular length GMC Yukon Denali or the extended length Yukon XL Denali, this model is powered by a 6.2 L V-8 engine, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. This engine is rated at 403 horsepower and 417 foot-pounds of torque. Available in two- and four-wheel-drive, this model has a payload rating of 1,601 lbs. in two-wheel-drive and 1,610 lbs. in four-wheel-drive. The maximum towing rating for the Yukon Denali is 8,300 lbs. or 7,900 lbs. with the XL Denali.

Yukon Denali Hybrid

• Powered by a 6.0 L V-8 engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, this model also runs on supplemental electric power making it a hybrid vehicle. The gas engine is rated at 332 horsepower and 367 foot-pounds of torque. Maximum payload rating is 1,404 lbs.; maximum tow rating is 6,000 lbs.

Fuel Economy

• The 6.2 L V-8 engine is rated at 14 mpg city, 20 mpg highway. The hybrid model is rated at 21 mpg city, 22 mpg highway.