GMC Yukon Denali 2025: Australian Pricing and Specifcations

The GMC Yukon Denali is set to make its Australian debut in mid-2025, with orders now open. Priced from $169,990 before on-road costs, the Yukon Denali marks GMC’s entry into the local large SUV market, distributed through GMSV.

Positioned as a premium eight-seat SUV, the Yukon Denali competes with the likes of the Nissan Patrol, Lexus LX, and BMW X7. GMSV highlights the Denali as the only eight-seat SUV in

Australia featuring a V8 engine, though the Nissan Patrol Ti also offers this combination.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

The Yukon Denali is powered by a 6.2-litre naturally aspirated V8, generating 313kW of power and 624Nm of torque. This engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission and features GMC’s Dynamic Fuel Management for improved effciency via cylinder deactivation.

The part-time fourwheel-drive system supports towing “in excess of 3500kg,” though exact fgures are not confrmed. With a 91-litre fuel tank, the Denali is tailored for long-distance capability.

High-End Features and Specifcations

The Yukon Denali arrives in high-spec trim, offering luxury and advanced technology as standard:

• 16.9-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android monitoring, autonomous emergency braking, and a tub liner.

However, due to the modifcations, the Blade doesn’t retain the LSU+’s fve-star ANCAP rating.

Performance and Capability

Off-Roading Building on the D-MAX’s established off-road credentials –such as a ladder-frame chassis, rear diff lock, and low-range gearing

– the Blade’s upgrades deliver:

• Better grip from all-terrain tyres.

• Improved ride comfort from Walkinshaw’s tuned dampers.

Though the 4mm clearance gain is negligible, the Blade performs adeptly on challenging terrain, handling climbs and

Auto

• 11-inch digital instrument cluster and 15-inch head-up display

• 14-speaker Bose sound system

• Heated and ventilated front seats, heated leather steering wheel

• Panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, and wireless phone charging

• LED headlights, DRLs, and tail lights

• 24-inch alloy wheels

Comprehensive Safety Package

Although not ANCAPtested, the Yukon Denali includes advanced safety features: descents with ease.

Practicality

The Blade retains the D-MAX’s:

• 3,500kg braked towing capacity, ideal for work and recreation.

• A healthy 896kg payload, ensuring it’s still practical for heavyduty use.

Ownership and Support

As a factory-approved product, the Blade enjoys the same after-sales benefts as the D-MAX lineup:

• Six-year/150,000km warranty, covering Walkinshaw’s additions.

• Seven years roadside assistance.

• Capped-price servicing at $449 per service (fve years or 15,000km intervals).

Verdict: Does It Deliver?

The 2025 Isuzu D-MAX Blade builds on Isuzu’s reputation for reliability with enhancements that cater to off-road enthusiasts and styleconscious buyers. While it lacks dramatic mechanical changes, the tweaks to suspension and tyres, combined with a rugged design, make it a standout in its segment. However, the premium price may deter those expecting signifcant performance upgrades. For buyers who value local engineering, bold aesthetics, and proven off-road capabilities, the Blade is a solid choice. But for others, the standard D-MAX models may still hold strong appeal.

In essence, the D-MAX Blade blends style, practicality, and local fair, making it a worthy contender in the tough truck market.

Adaptive cruise control, forward collision alert, and front/rear park assist

• 360-degree camera, lane change alert with blind spot monitoring

• Trailer sway control, rear cross-traffc alert, and pedestrian detection

Pricing and Availability

The GMC Yukon Denali is available in a single grade, priced from $169,990 before on-road costs. First deliveries are expected in the second quarter of 2025.