Full-size SUVs

Built with GMC’s legendary capability and renowned refinement, the Yukon and Yukon XL family of full-size SUVs continues to deliver more power and better fuel economy than the competition. For 2009, a host of new features is designed to deliver segment-leading fuel economy and give customers more choices of helpful safety and convenience equipment.

2009 GMC Yukon XL

The GMC Yukon Hybrid delivers a dramatic improvement in fuel economy over non-hybrid models – up to a 50-percent improved mileage in city driving – with all of the comfort and capability customers expect in a full-size SUV. Indeed, the Yukon Hybrid is mostly unchanged from the gasoline-only models, with the exception of some exterior details, subtle interior styling and several functional modifications.

2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid - side

There is no difference in passenger seating capacity, and towing and payload are highly competitive with other non-hybrid SUVs in the segment.

The Chevy Tahoe Hybrid delivers a dramatic improvement in fuel economy over non-hybrid models – a 50-percent improved mileage in city driving – with all of the comfort and capability customers expect in a full-size SUV. Indeed, the Tahoe Hybrid is mostly unchanged from the gasoline-only models in the key capability areas.

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Hybrid

There is no difference in passenger seating capacity, and towing and payload are highly competitive with other non-hybrid SUVs in the segment. There are some key subtle enhancements, however, in specific areas that contribute to the fuel economy improvements associated with the Tahoe Hybrid.

As the industry’s best-selling full-size SUV, Chevrolet Tahoe continues to offer great spaciousness and towing capability with a precise driving feel, robust performance and impeccable interior refinement and quietness. It also delivers the segment’s best fuel mileage – a standing that is solidified in 2009 with the introduction of a new, six-speed automatic transmission.

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe - front/side

An American icon for more than 70 years, the Chevrolet Suburban is the benchmark of full-size SUVs. It is spacious and capable and, for 2009, more efficient than ever, thanks to the implementation of a new, fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission.

The new Hydra-Matic 6L80 six-speed is standard on 1500 models.

2009 Chevrolet Suburban

It enhances fuel economy on the highway via reduced engine speed, as the engine requires less fuel to operate at a lower “cruising” speed. Also, quietness in the interior is enhanced with the lower-rpm cruising.

The Lincoln Navigator, America’s original full-size luxury SUV, continues to deliver uncompromising levels of luxury, capability, functionality. For 2008, the award-winning Navigator raises the bar by offering many must-have comfort and convenience features as standard equipment.

2008 Mercury Mountaineer - front/side

In addition, the newly available Rearview Camera System adds even more appeal for full-size SUV owners.

The Lincoln Navigator’s expressive design brings a unique elegance and an unrivaled presence to the full-size luxury-utility segment.

The 2007 Ford Explorer continues with a simplified series strategy and increased availability of appearance and component packages will help consumers better configure an Explorer that perfectly meets their needs and desires.

Explorer’s new three-series strategy encompasses XLT, Eddie Bauer and Limited trims in 4x2 and 4x4 configurations.

2007 Ford Explorer

A new Ironman Package celebrates Ford’s sponsorship of the Ironman World Championship. Available on XLT models, the package provides a bold Ironman look, complete with Ironman logos; 18-inch, machined-aluminum wheels; unique 10-way, leather trimmed, heated front seats; and an exclusive Orange Frost color.

Many customers demand the kind of capability for hauling people and cargo that can only come from a full-size SUV. The new 2007 Ford Expedition and all-new Expedition EL extended length model deliver a fresh design and best-ever capability and comfort developed specifically for those core SUV customers.

2007 Ford Expedition

Expedition EL’s 24 cubic feet of additional cargo space behind the third-row seat is capable of handling equipment for big family adventures.

2008 Ford Expedition Adds Rear Camera Feature And New King Ranch Edition To Comprehensive Lineup

The 2008 Ford Expedition and Expedition EL extended length model combine bold Ford Truck design, functionality and toughness with high levels of interior refinement for consumers who need the flexibility of a full-size SUV.

2008 Ford Expedition

With eight available arrays across the lineup, Expedition and Expedition EL provide customers the most choice amongst full-size SUV offerings.

LOS ANGELES – The new, 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid delivers greatly improved fuel economy while maintaining the capabilities and amenities expected of a full-size, V-8-powered SUV. This seemingly incompatible duality is enabled by GM’s patented 2-Mode Hybrid system.

2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

* The 2-Mode Hybrid system uses a new, electrically variable transmission (EVT) that offers the best of both worlds: fuel economy and real SUV capability. The two modes consist of a continuously variable operation, for low-load driving situations and a fixed-gear operation, for high-load conditions such as towing or highway driving.

V8-Powered ML550 Joins M-Class SUV Family

DETROIT, MI – The 2008 M-Class line features the ML550 – a new 382-horsepower V8-powered model that replaces the ML500. Providing a 26 percent boost in power, the new ML550 joins three very different models – the fuel-efficient ML320 CDI diesel, the popular ML350 and the high-performance ML63 AMG.

AMG Styling for the ML550

For 2008, the ML550 receives AMG styling, including unique front and rear bumpers, 19-inch wheels with all-season tires, a power glass sunroof and running boards – all as standard equipment, while the 2008-model ML350 and ML320 CDI come standard with 19” wheels, the Appearance Package (chrome accents, blue glass) and power sunroof.

DETEROIT, MI – The award-winning seven-passenger GL-Class – the first full-size SUV from Mercedes-Benz – boasts a powerful new model for 2008. The fully equipped, 382-horsepower GL550 model is joining the highly successful GL450 and the diesel-powered GL320 CDI.

A Totally New Mercedes-Benz Class

A totally new class of Mercedes-Benz last year, the GL won Motor Trend magazine’s well-known 2007 Sport Utility of the Year award, a 5Best Award in the Luxury Sport Utility category from Car and Driver magazine, the Forbes’ Best SUVs 2007 as well as Edmunds Most Wanted SUV over $45,000. The GL-Class features four-wheel independent suspension and height-adjustable Airmatic suspension for unprecedented comfort and handling.

Auburn Hills, Mich., Sep 1, 2007 - For 2008, the Dodge Durango continues to have a lot to offer, beginning with what’s under the hood. Customers who demand performance and efficiency may choose between three engines: a standard 3.7-liter V-6, a new E85-compatible, 4.7-liter V-8 engine with the Flexible-Fuel Vehicle (FFV) designation as well as improved fuel economy with more horsepower and torque, and a 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 with Chrysler LLC’s fuel-saving Multi-displacement System (MDS).

2008 Dodge Durango

Last year, the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL full-size SUVs were all-new, delivering more power and better fuel economy than the vehicles they replaced. They build on that segment-leading reputation with changes and innovations for the 2008 model year, including the new six-speed automatic transmission for the Yukon XL 2500 heavy-duty model.

2008 GMC Yukon XL Denali

Chevrolet Tahoe is the industry’s best-selling full-size SUV. It was comprehensively redesigned for 2007, giving customers the capability expected of a full-size SUV with a sharper, more precise driving feel, more power with improved, segment-leading fuel economy, increased interior refinement and improved quietness.

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71

Redesigned for 2007, Chevrolet Suburban holds a unique place in the industry, proving to be an indispensable partner for those with varied and demanding lifestyles. Despite challenging market conditions, the redesigned Suburban has continued to draw new customers, with sales up more than 10 percent during the first quarter of 2007.

2008 Chevrolet Suburban Z71

All models receive standard head-curtain side impact air bags (they were previously optional on some models) and the Suburban 2500 receives significant and noteworthy changes, including a fuel-saving six-speed automatic transmission, standard StabiliTrak electronic stability control system and available 17-inch aluminum wheels.

Chevy Avalanche is the industry’s most flexible utility vehicle, combining the passenger-comfort attributes of an SUV with the cargo capability of a truck. It is based on GM’s full-size SUV platform, which features segment-leading fuel economy and flex-fuel capability; a sharp, precise driving feel, interior refinement and notable quietness.

2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Z71

The 2008 model marks the first major revision of the Infiniti QX56 full-size luxury SUV, which burst onto the luxury SUV scene in 2004 with a number of class-leading standard features. Voted as top in its class in the J.D. Power and Associates 2006 Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout (APEAL) Study, the QX56 is enhanced for the 2008 model year with a revised exterior and interior, and new technical features.

2008 Infiniti QX56