For Release: Aug. 1, 2004 NEW RANGE OF DENALI MODELS FURTHER ENHANCES GMC’S PROFESSIONAL GRADE LINEUP"Professional Grade." It's a phrase indicative of durability, reliability and proven performance. While reflecting those attributes, "Denali" also says "premium," as in premium interiors and premium styling. GMC's Denali models are primary reasons for GMC's continued success. For 2005, there's exciting news for GMC with the addition of three new Denali models: Envoy Denali, Envoy XL Denali and Sierra Crew Cab Denali, joining Yukon Denali and Yukon XL Denali. "GMC has experienced unprecedented growth in recent years, reflecting a greater awareness of the Professional Grade attributes of our products," said Jim Bunnell, marketing general manager, Pontiac-GMC. "We see the introduction of these new Denali models for 2005 - along with a host of other improvements in all of our vehicles - as our continued commitment to exceeding consumers' expectations for innovative, quality-built vehicles." Envoy/Envoy XL/Envoy XUV/Envoy Denali/Envoy XL Denali The big news for Envoy for 2005 is the introduction of two new models: the Envoy Denali and the Envoy XL Denali – further extending the Envoy family. Envoy Denali and Envoy XL Denali feature interior and exterior styling enhancements that immediately identify them with the rest of GMC’s Denali models. Available in two- and four-wheel drive, Envoy Denali and Envoy XL Denali are powered by the Vortec 5300 V-8 engine. The Vortec 5300 in the Envoy XL and XUV and Envoy XL Denali will feature GM’s innovative fuel-saving Displacement on Demand technology (DOD). In certain light-load conditions DOD offers up to 8 percent fuel savings by disabling half of the engine’s cylinders. Sierra also adds a Denali model for 2005: the Sierra Crew Cab Denali. As with its Denali brethren, Sierra Crew Cab Denali features premium exterior and interior cues, including: a chrome grille; projector-beam headlamps; unique front fascia with foglamps; a Denali-specific instrument cluster and center console; a power-operated sunroof; tone-on-tone leather seating; and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Seventeen-inch wheels are standard and 20-inch wheels are available. Sierra Crew Cab Denali is powered by the Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8 (LQ9) engine producing 345 horsepower (257 kw) and 375 lb.-ft. (508 Nm) of torque. Canyon represents Professional Grade in a package all its own. Featuring the first use of the powerful yet efficient inline-four- and inline-five-cylinder engines – Vortec 2800 and Vortec 3500 – 2005 Canyon models provide a higher level of safety with an enhanced seat belt reminder and anchors for child seat tethers. There’s also a higher level of comfort inside 2005 Canyon models, thanks to an available leather seating package for extended cab models, cloth door trip panel inserts on the leather packages, as well as an available sunroof. These enhancements will be introduced as interim changes during the 2005 model year. Additionally, 2005 Canyon models will offer available MP3 playback capability and new 15-inch aluminum wheels when the High Stance Off Road package is ordered. Yukon/Yukon XL and Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali The Yukon family delivers added safety features, improved fuel economy and more wheel choices for 2005. StabiliTrak is now standard on all Yukon and Yukon XL models and an enhanced passenger safety belt reminder system is included in all models. It provides a repetitive, progressively strident message to any unbuckled front seat occupant, as a reminder to fasten safety belts. All Yukon models also feature a new liftgate with lift-up glass for 2005, along with an available DVD-based touch-screen navigation radio. For the first time, 17-inch wheels are now stand-alone options and 20-inch wheels are available on Yukon Denali and Yukon XL Denali. The Vortec 6000 6.0L V-8 (LQ9) engine receives an increase in both horsepower and torque, to 335 horsepower (257 kw) and 375 lb.-ft. (508 Nm); the power increases come from improved-flow cylinder heads, optimized fuel and spark calibrations and the addition of electric fans that replace the previous engine-driven fan, thereby reducing engine drag. Savana, the segment’s ultimate people- and cargo-carrier, delivers added safety for 2005 in the form of StabiliTrak on extended-wheelbase 12- and 15-passenger models. StabiliTrak will be standard on these models. Whether it’s carrying passengers or cargo, Savana owners have four engine choices at their disposal, along with two transmission choices. These vehicles are available in half-ton, three-quarter-ton and one-ton configurations, in two- and four-wheel drive. The 2005 GMC Safari continues to deliver more of what midsize van customers demand from their vehicle: standard safety features and excellent versatility for hauling people or cargo, making Safari one of the best values in its class. Safari can comfortably carry up to eight passengers, while towing trailers weighing up to 5,800 pounds (2,631 kg). Safari is more than capable of handling diverse and demanding family needs. Safari’s power is derived from its standard Vortec 4300 4.3L V-6 engine delivering 190 horsepower (142 kw) and 250 lb.-ft. (339 Nm) of torque. That’s the most torque and one of the highest horsepower ratings in Safari’s class. Safari’s all-wheel drive and world-class braking system combine to provide outstanding performance, safety and control. |