2012 GMC Acadia
The GMC Acadia is one of several closely related crossover vehicles for General Motors. Along with the Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave, the Acadia is one answer to those customers who are moving out of mid and large SUVs. The Acadia complements the body-on-frame Yukon in the GMC lineup. Both offer 3 rows of seating and have a similarly sized footprint, but the Acadia is a unibody vehicle offered in FWD and AWD versions. All models are powered by an all-aluminum 3.6L V6 with a six-speed automatic transmission. Unlike the truck-based Yukon, the Acadia features a fully independent suspension. GMC considers the Pilot, Durango, and Explorer as competitors. The Acadia is foot longer than the Honda Pilot and several inches longer than the Ford Explorer. The Acadia is compelling alternative for those looking to trade in their Yukon. Customers who find the GMC image and 3-row seating important but don't need the towing capability will find the superior fuel economy and road manners of the Acadia a welcome bonus.
2012 GMC Canyon Crew Cab
The GMC Canyon (and Chevrolet Colorado) is a midsize truck available in regular, extended, and crew cab models. A standard 2.9L I-4 is complemented by optional 3.7L inline-5 cylinder and 5.3L V8 engines. The engine choices leave the Canyon in an interesting position given the widespread availability of V6 engines in the class. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. The Colorado can tow up to 6000 lbs. when equipped with the 5.3l V8.
2012 GMC Canyon Extended Cab
The GMC Canyon (and Chevrolet Colorado) is a midsize truck available in regular, extended, and crew cab models. A standard 2.9L I-4 is complemented by optional 3.7L inline-5 cylinder and 5.3L V8 engines. The engine choices leave the Canyon in an interesting position given the widespread availability of V6 engines in the class. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. The Canyon can tow up to 6000 lbs. when equipped with the 5.3l V8.
2012 GMC Canyon Regular Cab
The GMC Canyon (and Chevrolet Colorado) is a midsize truck available in regular, extended, and crew cab models. A standard 2.9L I-4 is complemented by an optional 3.7L inline-5 cylinder engine. The engine choices leave the Canyon in an interesting position given the widespread availability of V6 engines in the class. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. Regular cab models can tow up to 4000 lbs. when properly equipped.
2012 GMC Savana Passenger Van
Full-sized cargo vans offer many of the capabilities of a pickup truck with enclosed storage. Passenger van models offer the unmatched capability of hauling lots of passengers while also being able to tow. Unfortunately, full-size vans are some of the largest vehicles on the road. The Savana is available in a myriad of configurations ranging from passenger vans and work vans to a bare chassis that serve as the starting point for conversion vans.
2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab
The Sierra is GMC's full-sized truck, which aside from styling and package differences is nearly identical to the Chevrolet Silverado. The Sierra 1500 series encompasses a broad range of cab styles, bed lengths, powertrains, and towing capabilities. Trim levels range from the bare bones Work Truck models with vinyl seats and floors to the luxury oriented Denali. The midrange SLE and SLT models offer most of features truck buyers are looking for. The SLE equips cloth bench seats and the SLT has leather bucket seats and larger wheels. Powertrain choices are broad ranging from the V6 engine in the base model Work Truck to the brawny 6.2l V8 for increased towing or bragging rights. One capability that is unique to GM trucks is the 6.0l gas/electric hybrid model (crew cab only). The hybrid system increases city/highway fuel economy and adds additional utility. Pricing is competitive with other trucks, but bigger engines and options add up quickly. Any truck shopper looking to tow should pay careful attention to option list to make sure their truck is properly equipped for the job.
2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab
The Sierra is GMC's full-sized truck, which aside from styling and package differences is nearly identical to the Chevrolet Silverado. The Sierra 1500 series encompasses a broad range of cab styles, bed lengths, powertrains, and towing capabilities. Trim levels range from the bare bones Work Truck models with vinyl seats and floors to the luxury oriented Denali. The midrange SLE and SLT models offer most of features truck buyers are looking for. The SLE equips cloth bench seats and the SLT has leather bucket seats and larger wheels. Powertrain choices are broad ranging from the V6 engine in the base model Work Truck to the brawny 6.2l V8 for increased towing or bragging rights. Pricing is competitive with other trucks, but bigger engines and options add up quickly. Any truck shopper looking to tow should pay careful attention to option list to make sure their truck is properly equipped for the job.
2012 GMC Sierra 1500 Regular Cab
The Sierra is GMC's full-sized truck, which aside from styling and package differences is nearly identical to the Chevrolet Silverado. The Sierra 1500 series encompasses a broad range of cab styles, bed lengths, powertrains, and towing capabilities. Trim levels range from the bare bones Work Truck models with vinyl seats and floors to the luxury oriented Denali. The midrange SLE and SLT models offer most of features truck buyers are looking for. The SLE equips cloth bench seats and the SLT has leather bucket seats and larger wheels. Powertrain choices are broad ranging from the V6 engine in the base model Work Truck to the brawny 6.2l V8 for increased towing or bragging rights. Pricing is competitive with other trucks, but bigger engines and options add up quickly. Any truck shopper looking to tow should pay careful attention to option list to make sure their truck is properly equipped for the job.
2012 GMC Terrain
The Terrain is a uniquely styled 5-passenger crossover SUV which is closely related to the Chevrolet Equinox. Although it appears larger on the outside, the Equinox has roughly the same or less interior volume than the popular Honda CR-V. With a passenger volume of around 100 cubic feet, the Terrain is roughly equivalent to a mid-sized sedan like the Chevrolet Malibu. Buyers can choose between a 182-bhp 2.4l four-cylinder and a 255-bhp 3.0l V6 engine. Every model offers a choice of FWD or AWD. The V6 engine offers significantly more power at the expense of fuel economy. GMC offers the Terrain in a variety of trim levels starting from about $26,000. The base model includes common power equipment and alloy wheels. The range-topping SLT-2 model priced from $32,000 includes heated leather seats and a power rear tailgate.
2012 GMC Yukon
The GMC Yukon is shorter of the two GMC full-sized SUVs. Other divisions of GM sell variations as the Escalade and Tahoe. Inside, there are three rows of seats for up to 9 passengers depending on the equipped seating. The standard 5.3L V8 engine can tow 5500 lbs. (8500 with towing package). One advantage the full-sized GM SUVs (Escalade/Tahoe/Yukon) have is the availability of a hybrid powertrain. Fuel Economy in the Yukon Hybrid jumps to 20/23 (city/highway) while still maintaining a 5000+ lb. tow rating. Unfortunately the hybrid powertrain is a pricey upgrade costing over $10,000. Although full-size SUVs have become popular as family haulers, their only real advantage is higher tow ratings. Full-size SUVs with truck underpinnings are robbed of interior space with the body mounted over the frame. Most families would be better served with a crossover SUV like the GMC Acadia. The Acadia offers similar legroom with improved maneuverability, cargo capacity and fuel efficiency for less money.
2012 GMC Yukon XL
The Yukon XL is GMC's long wheelbase full-sized SUV. Other divisions of GM sell variations as the Escalade and Suburban. Inside, there are three rows of seats for up to 9 passengers depending on the equipped seating. Compared to the shorter-wheelbase variant Yukon, the Suburban is some 20 inches longer in overall length. Most of the length is behind the second row seats nearly doubling the cargo capacity behind the third row. The standard 5.3L and 6.0L V-8 (3/4 ton models) engines have cylinder deactivation technology to allow the engine to run on 4-cylinders under light load conditions. Although full-size SUVs have become popular as family haulers, their only real advantage is tow ratings of over 7500 lbs. Full-size SUVs with truck underpinnings are robbed of interior space with the body mounted over the frame. Most families would be better served with a crossover SUV such as the GMC Acadia. Many offer similar legroom with improved maneuverability, cargo capacity and fuel efficiency for far less money.
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