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2009 GMC ENVOY / ENVOY DENALI


New for 2009


Model Lineup

 

Engines

Transmission

 

Vortec 4.2L I-6

Vortec 5.3L V-8

4-spd auto
(Hydra-Matic 4L60)

Envoy 4WD

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Envoy Denali 4WD

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Key:

Standard

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Optional

o

Not available

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2009 GMC ENVOY AND ENVOY DENALI OFFER EXCEPTIONAL CAPABILITY

Designed for customers who need the capabilities of a true truck in a midsize package, the GMC Envoy and Envoy Denali lineup delivers on all counts - with the renowned refinement that helped forge GMC's reputation.

Soldiering into the '09 model year, the Envoy and Envoy Denali continue to offer what few in the segment can: workhorse torque from either a strong, inline-six engine or the legendary small-block V-8 that is exclusive to the Envoy Denali. Torque equals pulling power and the Envoy lineup delivers with a maximum tow rating of 2,586 kg (5,700 pounds) with the six-cylinder and a 2,948 kg (6,500-pound) maximum with the V-8. Few competitors can match those impressive numbers.

Changes to the '09 models are few, but customers will appreciate the new Bluetooth wireless capability that is available with Envoy's OnStar system. With it, safer, hands-free phone calls are enabled.

Also new for '09 are three exterior colours: Sand Beige Metallic, Quicksilver Metallic and Silver-Green Metallic. They replace Medium Brown Metallic, Liquid Silver Metallic and Silver Mist Metallic, respectively.

Envoy lineup

Envoy and Envoy Denali are offered in a roomy, midsize package that rides on a 2,869 mm (113-inch) wheelbase . There is 2,268 litres (80.1 cubic feet) of cargo space when the rear seat is folded. Both models are available in Autotrac 4WD models.

Envoy models are offered in SLE and SLT trims, with standard features including air conditioning, dual-zone climate control, power locks and windows, and remote keyless entry; leather seating is standard on SLT. Amenities such as adjustable pedals, assist steps, a sunroof, Bose premium sound, XM Satellite Radio, rear-seat DVD entertainment system and touchscreen navigation are also available.

Envoy Denali takes GMC's midsize SUV platform to the pinnacle of comfort and style, with specific design cues - including the iconic chrome grille - standard 18-inch wheels and tires and a host of standard amenities.

Powertrain details

The flagship Envoy Denali is powered by a powerful, all-aluminum Vortec 5.3L V-8. It delivers 300 horsepower (224 kW)* and 321 lb.-ft. of torque (435 Nm),* across a broad torque range. The result is segment-leading standard towing capability - up to 2,948 kg (6,500 pounds) with 4WD model.

The Vortec 5.3L engine is equipped with GM's fuel-saving Active Fuel Management technology, which enables fuel economy gains of up to five percent in certain light-load driving conditions by reducing the number of cylinders engaged in the combustion process. A sophisticated, next-generation engine controller determines when to deactivate cylinders, allowing the engine to maintain vehicle speed in lighter-load conditions - such as highway cruising. When the cylinders are deactivated, the engine effectively operates as a V-4, with alternate cylinders on each cylinder bank disabled. The engine seamlessly returns to V-8 mode the instant the controller determines the vehicle speed or load requires additional power.

The standard engine on Envoy is the award-winning Vortec 4.2L 24-valve, dual-overhead-cam inline six-cylinder engine. It is rated at 285 horsepower (213 kW)* and 276 lb-ft. (374 Nm)* of torque and provides the muscular yet smooth performance of many V-8 engines with the fuel efficiency of a six-cylinder.

Both engines feature new regulated voltage control, which enhances fuel economy by reducing the load on the engine required to drive the alternator in certain conditions. The engines are coupled to the rugged Hydra-Matic 4L60 electronically controlled four-speed transmission.

Chassis and suspension

The Envoy lineup is built on a robust, perimeter-frame foundation that enhances its capabilities. A twin A-arm suspension is used in the front, with a thick stabilizer bar to minimize body roll. The rear suspension features a solid axle with five-link location, with a stabilizer bar.

A long, 2,869 mm (113-inch) wheelbase stretches between the Envoy's wheels, giving it a smooth ride, particularly over choppy pavement or unpaved roads. A rack-and-pinion steering system responds quickly to driver inputs and delivers good feedback.

Handling control is enhanced with the standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control system and integrated traction control system. Large, low-drag front disc/rear drum brakes with standard ABS provide confident stopping power.

The Envoy Denali has a standard, air-adjustable load-levelling suspension system - including onboard air compressor- and locking rear differential. The locking axle is also standard on SLE and SLT models.

Ride and handling prowess meet the pavement via standard 17-inch wheels and tires on Envoy SLE and 18-inch rolling stock on SLT and Envoy Denali.

Safety features

Head curtain side air bags are standard on all models. They inflate from the roof rail between the A-pillar and side window header; the air bag is designed to deploy in certain moderate to severe side impacts, to help provide protection for front- and second-row outboard passengers.

The head curtain side air bags feature an integral rollover protection sensing system that helps protect occupants in a rollover event by triggering both the side curtain air bags and safety belt pretensioners. The rollover-sensing module, located on the centre tunnel under the rear seat, uses a complex algorithm based on lateral and vertical accelerations, roll rate and vehicle speed to determine whether to deploy the safety systems.

StabiliTrak electronic stability control system and GM's tire pressure monitoring system are also standard on all models. StabiliTrak helps drivers maintain control during sudden manoeuvres or low traction conditions by using a comprehensive series of sensors to measure acceleration, deceleration, steering angle and yaw rate. By monitoring these inputs, the system automatically controls the vehicle to help maintain the driver's intended path when a measurable deviation from the intended course is detected. The system maintains control by regulating vehicle acceleration or applying the brakes at any wheel.

Additional Envoy safety features include:

All models feature OnStar that includes Advanced Automatic Crash Notification (AACN) system, making crash data available to 911 centers to potentially dispatch the appropriate life-saving personnel and equipment to crash scenes faster. AACN does not require air bag deployment.

Envoy and Envoy Denali are covered by GM's five-year/160,000 km powertrain warranty and three years/60,000 kms for non-powertrain components - the best coverage in North America.

*SAE certified.

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For media enquiries contact:
General Motors of Canada
Product Communications
Tony LaRocca
905-644-1804
tony.larocca@gm.com




SPECIFICATIONS

Overview

Models:

GMC Envoy, Envoy Denali

Body style / driveline:

4-door and 5-passenger sport utilities, front engine, 4WD

Construction:

Body on frame

EPA vehicle class:

Midsize sport utilities

Manufacturing location:

Moraine, Ohio

Key competitors:

Ford Explorer, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Toyota 4Runner, Nissan Pathfinder, Dodge Durango and Chrysler Aspen

Engines

 

Vortec 4.2L I-6 (LL8)

Vortec 5.3L V-8 (LH6)

Type:

4.2L I-6

5.3L V-8

Displacement (cc / cu in):

4157 / 254

5328 / 327

Bore & stroke (mm / in):

93 x 102 / 3.66 x 4.01

96 x 92 / 3.78 x 3.27

Block material:

Cast aluminum

Cast aluminum

Cylinder head material:

Cast aluminum, A356-T6 using lost-foam process

Cast aluminum, A356-T6

Valvetrain:

Dual overhead cam, 4 valves per cylinder, continuously variable valve timing

Overhead valve, 2 valves per cylinder

Ignition system:

Coil-on-plug, dual platinum electrodes

Coil near plug ignition, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires

Fuel delivery:

Sequential fuel injection

Sequential fuel injection

Compression ratio:

10.3:1

9.9:1

Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):

285 / 213 @ 6000*

300 / 224 @ 5300*

Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):

276 / 374 @ 4800*

321 / 435 @ 4000*

Recommended unleaded fuel:

Regular unleaded

Regular unleaded

Maximum engine speed (rpm):

6300

6000

Emissions controls:

3-way catalytic converter, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

3-way catalytic converter, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system

Estimated fuel consumption:

   

Mi/imp.gal (city / hwy / combined)

19 / 28 / 22

19 / 29 / 22

L/100km (city / hwy / combined)

15.2 / 10.1 / 12.9

14.8 / 9.9 / 12.6

Transmission

 

Hydra-Matic 4L60

Type:

4-speed, rear-wheel drive, electronically controlled automatic overdrive with torque converter clutch

Gear ratios (:1):

 

First:

3.06

Second:

1.63

Third:

1.00

Fourth:

0.70

Reverse:

2.29

Final drive ratio:

3.42:1 (std); 3.73:1 (opt)

Chassis/Suspension

Front:

Independent, double A-arm, 46-mm shocks, 34-mm stabilizer bar

Rear:

5-link solid axle (opt: electronically controlled air suspension), 36-mm shocks, 31-mm stabilizer bar

Transfer case system:

Autotrac (standard on 4WD)

Traction control:

Integrated into standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control feature

Steering type:

Rack-and-pinion (hydraulically assisted)

Steering ratio:

20.4:1

Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock:

3.82

Turning circle, curb-to-curb (m / ft):

11.1 / 36.4

Brakes

Type:

4-wheel vented disc with front aluminum dual piston callipers, 4-wheel ABS, rear drum-in-hat parking brake

Rotor diameter x thickness (mm / in):

front: 305 x 29 / 12 x 1.14
rear: 325 x 20 / 12.8 x 0.78

Total swept area (sq cm / sq in):

front: 1353 / 210
rear: 1397 / 217

Wheels/Tires

Wheel size & type:

17-inch x 7-inch 6-lug cast aluminum (Envoy)
18-inch x 8 -inch 6-lug high-polished forged aluminum (Envoy Denali)

Tires:

P245/65R17 all-season radial (Envoy)
P245/60R18 all-season radial (Envoy Denali)

Dimensions

Exterior

 

Envoy

Envoy Denali

Wheelbase (mm / in):

2869 / 113.0

2869 / 113.0

Overall length (mm / in):

4866 / 191.6

4866 / 191.6

Overall width (mm / in):

1897 / 74.7

1897 / 74.7

Overall height (mm / in):

1826 / 71.9
(w/o luggage rack)

1826 / 71.9
(w/o luggage rack)

Track (mm / in):

front: 1603 / 63.1
rear: 1576 / 62.1

front: 1603 / 63.1
rear: 1576 / 62.1

Minimum ground clearance (mm / in):

203 / 8

203 / 8

Ground to top of rear load floor (mm / in):

817 / 32.1

817 / 32.1

Step-in height (mm / in):

462 / 18.2

462 / 18.2

Approach angle (degrees):

29

29

Departure angle (degrees):

23

23

Curb weight: (kg / lb)

2060 / 4540

2173 / 4791

Weight distribution (% front / rear):

54 / 46

53 / 47

Interior

Headroom (mm / in):

first row: 1021 / 40.2
second row: 1006 / 39.6

Legroom (mm / in):

first row: 1052 / 41.4
second row: 940 / 37.0

Shoulder room (mm / in):

first row: 1485 / 58.5
second row: 1485 / 58.5

Hip room (mm / in):

first row: 1410 / 55.5
second row: 1476 / 58.1

Capacities

 

Envoy

Envoy Denali

Seating capacity:

2 / 3

2 / 3

Payload, base (kg / lb):

548 / 1209

544 / 1200

Cargo floor length, behind 1st / 2nd row, (mm / in):

first row: 1778 / 70.0
second row: 1008 / 39.7

first row: 1778 / 70.0
second row: 1008 / 39.7

Cargo volume, behind 1st /2nd row, (L / cu ft):*

first row: 2268 / 80.1
second row: 1127 / 43.7

first row: 2268 / 80.1
second row: 1127 / 43.7

Trailer towing maximum (kg / lb):

2586 / 5700

2949 / 6500

GVWR, standard (kg / lb):

2608 / 5750

2722 / 6001

Fuel tank (L / imp.gal):

83.3 / 18.3

96.1 / 21.1

*Maximum cargo measured at top of seat back.

*SAE certified.


STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES

EXTERIOR FEATURES

SLE

SLT

Denali

Assist steps - side step, black

O

O

-

Assist steps - side step, body-coloured, Denali-specific

-

-

S

Cornering lights

S

S

S

Fog lights - halogen

S

S

S

Glass - Solar-Ray tinted, deep-tinted on all windows behind front doors

S

S

S

Grille - bright trim with body-coloured surround

S

S

S

Grille - bright honeycomb mesh insert, Denali-specific

-

-

S

Headlight washers

-

O

S

Liftgate - power release with liftglass

S

S

S

Mirrors - power remote control, heated

S

-

-

Mirrors - power remote control, heated, integrated turn signals, memory feature and passenger-side reverse tilt curb view assist (black on SLT and body-coloured on Denali)

-

S

S

Mouldings - bodyside, chrome

S

S

-

Mouldings - bodyside, body-coloured, Denali-specific

-

-

S

Roof rack - side rails and cross bars

S

S

S

Spare tire/wheel - tire and wheel assembly for limited use only, located in rear under body

S

S

S

Spare tire/wheel delete - replaces spare tire/wheel, jack assembly and tools with tire inflator kit

O

-

-

Sunroof - power, sliding glass panel with express-open (included with available Sun and Sound Package on SLE and SLT, with available Entertainment Package on SLT and Denali and with available Integrated DVD Navigation Package on Denali)

O

O

O

Tires - P245/65R17 all-season

S

-

-

Tires - P245/65R17 On/Off-Road

O

-

-

Tires - P245/60R18 all-season

-

S

S

Wheels - 17" x 7" cast aluminum

S

-

-

Wheels - 17" x 7" high-polished, forged aluminum

O

-

-

Wheels - 18" x 8" high-polished, aluminum (N87)

-

S

-

Wheels - 18" x 8" high-polished, aluminum (QF8)

-

-

S

Windshield wipers - 2-speed with variable delay (intermittent)

S

S

S

Wiper/washer - rear-window with variable delay

S

S

S

Luxury Package - includes body-coloured, heated exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals, chrome door handles and roof rails, OnStar with 1-year of the Directions & Connections Plan

-

O

-

Shield Package - includes transfer case, front differential and steering linkage skid plates

O

O

-

INTERIOR FEATURES

SLE

SLT

Denali

Air conditioning - manual, dual-zone (includes independent rear fan and mode controls plus rear-seat heater ducts)

S

-

-

Air conditioning - automatic, dual-zone climate control with exterior temperature display (includes independent rear fan and mode controls plus rear-seat heater ducts)

-

S

S

Cargo convenience net (included with available Cargo Convenience Package on SLE and SLT)

O

O

S

Cargo area - five tie-downs

S

S

S

Cargo mat - rear area (included with available Cargo Convenience Package on SLE and SLT)

O

O

S

Cargo security shade (included with available Cargo Convenience Package on SLE and SLT)

O

O

S

Console - front floor with transmission shifter, storage and front and rear cupholders

S

S

S

Console - custom, overhead with universal home remote transmitter

S

S

S

Cruise control - electronic with resume, coast and decelerate/accelerate features

S

S

S

Defogger - electric, rear-window

S

S

S

Floor mats - front and rear, carpeted

S

S

S

Instrumentation - full analogue cluster (includes speedometer, tachometer, voltmeter, coolant temperature, oil pressure, odometer, trip odometer and fuel gauge)

S

S

S

Instrumentation - Driver Information Centre (DIC) includes multi-language and trip functions, displays vital vehicle functions with both visual and audible reminders/warnings and GM Oil Life Monitoring System

-

S

S

Instrumentation - tire pressure monitoring system (except spare)

S

S

S

Lights - theatre dimming with dome and cargo area lights, door and tailgate activated switches, illuminated entry/exit system

S

S

S

Lights - integrated reading lights for front row in overhead console

S

S

S

Mirror - rear-view, with OnStar controls, compass, auto- dimming feature and exterior temperature display

S

-

-

Mirror - rear-view, with OnStar controls, compass and auto-dimming feature

-

S

S

Pedals - power adjustable brake and accelerator

O

S

S

Power outlets - auxiliary 12-volt, 2 in instrument panel plus 1 at rear of centre floor console

S

S

S

Retained accessory power

S

S

S

Smoker's Package - includes ashtray and lighter

O

O

O

Steering column - tilt adjustable

S

S

S

Steering wheel - leather-wrapped

S

-

-

Steering wheel - leather-wrapped with sound system and DIC controls

-

S

-

Steering wheel - leather-wrapped with wood trim, sound system and DIC controls

-

-

S

Storage - concealed, underfloor and sidewall compartments in rear cargo area

S

S

S

Sunshades - LH and RH padded; illuminated visor mirrors

S

S

S

Windows - power, driver and front-passenger express- down and passenger lock-out feature

S

S

S

Cargo Convenience Package - includes rear cargo area convenience net, security shade and cargo mat

O

O

S

SEATS

SLE

SLT

Denali

Front bucket seats with cloth trim

S

-

-

Front bucket seats with leather-appointed seating

-

S

-

Front bucket seats with leather seating surfaces

-

-

S

Power 6-way driver seat with power recliner and power 2- way lumbar adjuster

S

-

-

Power 6-way driver and front passenger seats with power recliner, power 2-way lumbar adjuster and driver's side 2- position memory

-

S

S

Heated front bucket seats

-

S

S

2nd-row 65/35 divided flip-and-fold bench seat

S

S

S

ENTERTAINMENT

SLE

SLT

Denali

All Envoy sound systems include an electronically tuned AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, MP3 playback compatible, auto tone control, TheftLock, Radio Data System (RDS), speed-compensated volume, digital clock and 6 speakers

S

S

S

AM/FM stereo with CD player

S

S

S

AM/FM stereo with in-dash 6-disc CD changer (included with available Sun and Sound Package on SLE and SLT and with available Entertainment Package on SLT and Denali)

O

O

O

XM Satellite Radio*; included with available Sun and Sound Package on SLE and SLT (*includes three trial months beyond which service fees apply; available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States)

O

O

S

Bose 6-speaker premium sound system with Digital Signal Processor (DSP) amplifier (included with available Sun and Sound Package on SLE and SLT)

O

O

S

Bluetooth - utilizes vehicle audio system, microphone, voice recognition and controls with Bluetooth-enabled cell phones

-

S

S

Rear-seat audio controls - includes earphone jacks

-

S

S

Rear-seat DVD entertainment system - includes overhead fold-down 178 mm (7 in.) LCD colour monitor, DVD player, video camera/video game input (RCA) jacks, 2 wireless headphones and remote control (requires Integrated DVD Navigation Package)

-

O

O

Sun and Sound Package - includes power sunroof, AM/FM stereo with in-dash 6-disc CD player, Bose 6-speaker premium sound system and XM Satellite Radio* (*includes three trial months beyond which service fees apply; available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States)

O

O

-

Entertainment Package - includes power sunroof, rear-seat overhead fold-down 178 mm (7 in.) LCD colour monitor, DVD player, video camera/video game input (RCA) jacks, 2 wireless headphones and remote control, in-dash 6-disc CD player, Bose 6-speaker premium sound system (standard on Denali) and XM Satellite Radio* (standard on Denali) (*includes three trial months beyond which service fees apply; available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States)

-

O

O

Integrated DVD Navigation Package** - includes power sunroof, full-feature autonomous navigation with touch- screen, Bose 6-speaker premium sound system (standard on Denali) and XM Satellite Radio* (standard on Denali) (*includes three trial months beyond which service fees apply; available in 10 Canadian provinces and 48 contiguous United States) (**Detailed map coverage is available for most major urban areas of the United States and for certain metropolitan areas of Canada: Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Windsor, London, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City and Halifax. Coverage is significantly limited outside these areas.)

-

O

O

MECHANICAL

SLE

SLT

Denali

Battery - with run-down protection

S

S

S

Brakes - power, 4-wheel vented disc with 4-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS)

S

S

S

Engine - Vortec 4.2L in-line 6-cylinder

S

S

-

Engine - Vortec 5.3L V8 with Active Fuel Management

-

-

S

Engine - block heater

O

O

O

Exhaust system - aluminized stainless steel

S

S

S

Locking differential - rear

S

S

S

Steering - power, rack-and-pinion

S

S

S

Suspension - Luxury Ride, front independent, rear 5-link coil springs includes urethane jounce bumpers, front and rear stabilizer bars

S

S

-

Suspension - Luxury Ride, front independent, auto rear level-control air suspension system and cargo area air inflator kit, front and rear stabilizer bars

O

O

S

Transfer case - Autotrac with electronic controls and Auto 4x4 in addition to 2HI, 4HI, 4LO and Neutral settings

S

S

S

Transmission - 4-speed automatic with overdrive

S

S

S

Trailering Special Equipment Package - includes integrated weight-distributing platform with trailer hitch receiver and 7-lead sealed connector

S

S

S

SAFETY AND SECURITY

SLE

SLT

Denali

Air bags - dual-stage, driver and front-passenger, frontal with Passenger Sensing System and automatic air bag suppression

S

S

S

Air bags - front- and 2nd-row, side-impact head curtain

S

S

S

Door locks - power, programmable with lock-out protection and last door locking features

S

S

S

Door locks - rear doors, child-security

S

S

S

Headlights - dual composite high-output halogen with automatic light control

S

S

S

Keyless entry system - remote, includes perimeter lighting, Panic Alarm and personalization features with 2 key fobs

S

S

S

OnStar In-Vehicle Communications and Assistance Service - includes 1-year of the Safe & Sound Plan

S

S

S

Safety restraints - LATCH (Lower Anchors and Top Tethers for CHildren)

S

S

S

StabiliTrak - electronic stability control system including Proactive Roll Avoidance and traction control

S

S

S

Theft-deterrent system - content theft alarm, audible/visible

S

S

S

Theft-deterrent system - electronic immobilizer

S

S

S

Warranty - 3 year / 60,000 km, complete base warranty coverage (Whichever comes first, to correct any defects in materials or workmanship occurring during the warranty period. Regular maintenance is not included. Other restrictions, exclusions and limitations apply. See your dealer for complete details of the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty.)

S

S

S

Warranty - 5 year / 160,000 km, powertrain component warranty with $0 deductible (Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. See your dealer for details.)

S

S

S

S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment.

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