Chevrolet
unveiled the 2021 Tahoe and Suburban earlier this month, and now Cadillac has
kicked off the teaser campaign for the 2021 Escalade which debuts on February
4th. The GMC Yukon and Yukon XL have been
notably absent from the conversation, but it appears the 2021 models will be
unveiled on January 14th as GM Authority reports the SUVs will be introduced at
a special event in Vail, Colorado.
Like
the Tahoe and Suburban, the Yukons will feature an all-new design that
incorporates styling cues from the Sierra. As seen in previous spy photos, the
SUVs will have a prominent grille which is flanked by C-shaped headlights with
integrated LED daytime running lights. Further back, we can expect streamlined
bodywork and unique taillights. The
Yukons will ride on a new platform and feature an independent rear suspension
that promises to significantly improve ride quality. The models will also be
larger than their predecessors and this will result in a more accommodating
interior.
The Yukon should have an additional 257 mm of
third row legroom and a maximum cargo capacity of 3,480
liters. The Yukon XL will have an even roomier back seat and a cargo capacity
of 4,097 liters. We can
also expect an upgraded interior with an 8-inch diagonal instrument cluster, a
10-inch infotainment system and a 15-inch head-up display. Of course, there
will also be a new Denali variant with premium leather upholstery, wood trim
and special accents.
Under
the hood, we can expect three different engines. The base unit should be a
5.3-liter V8 that develops 355 hp and 519 Nm of
torque. Customers should also be able to opt for a 6.2-liter V8 that produces
420 hp and 623 Nm of torque. Lastly, we can
expect a new 3.0-liter six-cylinder diesel with 277 hp and 623 Nm.
Considering
the 2021 Tahoe and Suburban will go on sale in the middle of 2020, we can
expect the Yukon and Yukon XL to launch shortly thereafter.
