The Yukon and Yukon XL are available in either a 1500 (1/2 ton) or 2500 (3/4 ton) load capacity. Unfortunately Quadrasteer is only available on the Yukon XL 2500, which rides on leaf springs at the rear and coils up front. This results in a fairly rigid ride. Personally, I prefer the smoother ride of the 1500 format that uses coils all around. Hopefully GMC will adapt the technology to rear coil sprung suspensions and make the half ton SUV world a better place.
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| For now, the Quadrasteer system is currently only available on the 3/4 ton Yukon XL. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
During the week I spent in the Yukon (automotive as opposed to territorial), I developed an appreciation its versatility. Day to day in real world situations it seldom disappoints, except when it comes time to fill up. This is a thirsty beast, especially when confined to city stop and go. Fortunately, all of the Vortec V8s in the Yukon line are content with regular unleaded.
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| The Yukon's well designed mid-row bucket seats make long hauls a lot more bearable. (Photo: Rob Rothwell, Canadian Auto Press) |
As it converts the unleaded juice to forward motion, driver and passengers will undoubtedly appreciate the Yukon's well designed front seats and mid-row buckets. Those up front provide what seems like infinite adjustment settings enabling people of all shapes and sizes to achieve optimal comfort.
Well designed seats are important considering the long hauls regularly undertaken by many Yukon owners, often with trailer in tow. Its quiet, secure cabin will be appreciated too. Road and wind noise levels are very minimal, especially impressive given the SUVs boxy shape and body on frame design.