The braked towing capacity of the inbound GMC Yukon Denali has been confirmed, with the large SUV stamped with an official rating of 3628kg.

This gives the Yukon Denali the highest towing capacity of any SUV currently in new-car showrooms around the country. Its key (albeit smaller) rivals – Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series, Nissan Patrol, Ford Everest and Isuzu MU-X – all have a braked towing capacity of 3500kg. 

Priced at $174,990 (RRP), the three-row eight-seater is powered by a 6.2-litre EcoTec3 V8 engine producing an impressive 313kW and 624Nm. The vehicle’s brakes towing capacity is limited to 750kg, while the SUV’s GVM is listed at 3447kg.

“We know how important towing is to our customers, so we’re thrilled to confirm the GMC Yukon’s braked towing capacity is the very best in its class“ says Jess Bala, Managing Director, General Motors Australia and New Zealand.

“We have always considered the GMC Yukon a flagship vehicle unrivalled in the region, and the braked towing capacity only furthers that status. Not just luxurious, spacious and a capable three-row SUV powered by a potent V8 engine, it can also tow an unmatched 3628kg.“

The V8 engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and features a Dynamic Fuel Management system, which has the ability to deactivate half the cylinders under light loads to improve fuel efficiency. Its Active Response 4WD system includes an electronic limited-slip differential and a two-speed transfer case.

The Denali measures 5330mm in length, 2058mm in width and 1943mm in height, with a 3071mm wheelbase. It features a huge 3480 litres of cargo space with the rear rows folded.

Interior features include heated and ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats, a 16.8-inch infotainment display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 14-speaker Bose sound system, an 11-inch digital instrument cluster, a 15-inch head-up display, and dual 12.6-inch rear entertainment screens. A panoramic sunroof is also included.

Standard driver assistance technologies comprise adaptive cruise control, forward collision alert, lane keep assist, and a 360-degree camera system.

Customer deliveries are nearing, with the first remanufactured right-hand-drive vehicle rolling out of GMSV’s stand-alone facility last month.

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