GMC Denali

Price Paid:  $54.00

Year / Model Reviewed:
2004 Yukon Denali

Summary:
We recently bought our Gem in 2004. This is the most outstanding SUV we've ever owned. The ride is so smooth, it's as thought the tires aren't even touching the ground. We are very impressed with the On Star system that it came with.

Strengths:
I'm 5 ft. tall and find it very easy to drive. I like the fact the pedals adjust to my height. It's very comfortable as a passenger also.

Weaknesses:
none at this time

Similar Products Used:
Toyota 4 Runner, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee. (no comparison)

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Used product for
Less than 1 month

Visitors rate this review
2.00 of 5, 5.00 votes

Price Paid:  $56000.00 from Stevens Creek Pontia

Summary:
I know my review is going to be skewed, partially because this is the first new car I've ever owned; but I LOVE THIS RIDE. The smoothness, the comfort, the gadgets. It is like riding on air with everything at your fingertips. The Bose sound system really kicks, the lumbar works great for my back, the dual climate control allows me to stay cool when the passenger may want to be warmer, the navigation system is awesome, the driver 1 and driver 2 settings allow quick adjustments in the case of two drivers, and on and on. Plus it looks hot. Maybe I'll write another review in about a year, so you know whether or not I'm still as pleased. I hope so.

Strengths:
Size and ease of getting in and out (I'm 6'3"). Smoothness of the ride, the proximity of the features.

Weaknesses:
Obviously it would have to be gas mileage (13 city, 17 highway)

Price Paid:  $43800.00 from Cerritos GMC

Year / Model Reviewed:
2004 Denali

Summary:
Overall good example of 4-door SUVs.

Strengths:
Ability to seat 7 without extended or long rear cab. Great visibility, good stereo, functional middle captain chairs, XM & On-Star choices, and power.

Weaknesses:
Stopping power and gas mileage can use some improvement.

Price Paid:  $42700.00 from Elk Grove GMC, Sacra

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 Yukon Denali

Summary:
I replaced my wife's '01 Tahoe, at 25k miles with not a single problem, with an '03 Denali. After much research, I decided on the Denali over the Tahoe LT. It currently has 3800 miles and has been to Tucson and back. The ride is superb, turning radius unparalleled, except by the Tahoe, the sound system is second-to-none for a factory unit, and we both love it. I have only driven it a handful of times, but it is a pleasure. To date, the only problem encountered was massive water intrusion during a severe storm that came through Sacramento on 1/04/03. The claim was quickly processed, the truck fixed and all is well. The service adviser said that the water came through the moonroof with an apparent defective seal or track.

Strengths:
Gobs of power, great turning radius that is tighter than some small import cars, awesome sound system, an expensive sedan-like ride, and heated seats that make it wonderful on cold mornings.

Weaknesses:
None that come to mind.

Similar Products Used:
2001 Tahoe LS (5.3 liter).

Price Paid:  $39000.00

Year / Model Reviewed:
2003 Denali

Summary:
Had this truck for over three years and all I can say is that its ok. It has not had to many problems until around 38,000 miles. Drives side wheel bearing went, then at 50,000 upper and lower ball joints shot (car was greased by my son who is a mechanic), inner tie rod went, pass side wheel bearing went, and the heated seat on the pass side turn on by myself which I know is a bad switch.

Strengths:
hmm..this truck is not as stong as my fords...motor is ok makes wiered noises, alot of vaccum noise

Weaknesses:
brake suck even tho 4 wheel disk (dam hydro boost), poor qulaity for a $55,000 truck, crappy interior ( my sons $40,000 f150 is 1,000 time nicer)

Similar Products Used:
1999 gmc denali