The GMC Yukon Denali is already a very luxurious SUV. Now, the Yukon raises the bar for luxury even higher with the first-ever Yukon Denali Ultimate trim. Find out what we know so far about the expected price, features, and specs of the 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate SUV.

When will the 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate be released and available?

The release date of the 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate will be in Fall 2022. When it hits the market this fall, the 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate will be available to buy at GMC dealerships throughout the United States, as well as in select international markets.

How much does the 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate cost?

So far, GMC hasn’t released the price information of the 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate. The 2022 Yukon Denali starts at $78,495, but packages and extras can rack up the price. Like the GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate pickup truck, the Yukon Denali Ultimate will likely have around a $20,000 price bump over the standard Denali trim. 

2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate specs: Engine options

The 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate shoppers will have a choice of two engine options. The standard 6.2L V-8 engine generates 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, and the available Duramax 3.0L I-6 Turbo-Diesel engine produces 277 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission.

For all-weather traction and off-road capabilities, the Yukon Denali Ultimate features an Active Response 4WD system, an electronic limited-slip differential, and an Auto Track two-speed transfer case. The luxury SUV also comes standard with an Air Ride Adaptive Suspension and a Magnetic Ride Control feature.

Also available is the Super Cruise feature, which includes automatic lane changes and hands-free towing. Despite being a large SUV, the all-new Denali Ultimate trim will offer a high quality ride.

2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate SUV: Exterior and interior features

Additionally, the 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate SUV ramps up the luxury with its wide array of premium features. For the exterior, this includes exclusive Vader Chrome finish accents and polished bright chrome along the window and door panels, and unique 22-inch seven-spoke ultra-bright machined wheels. 

Notable cabin features in the Yukon Denali Ultimate include an Alpine Umber interior with full-grain leather seats and 16-way power seats with a massaging function. Likewise, Aluminum decor trim and Denali Ultimate-exclusive plaited contrast stitching are featured inside the cabin. Also, the luxury SUV has open-pore Paldao woodgrain trim with a laser-etched topographical map of Mount Denali.

Additionally, the Yukon Denali Ultimate offers many interior technologies. This includes:

• 18-speaker Bose Premium Series sound system
• Wi-Fi hotspot
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
• Amazon Alexa built-in
• Wireless phone charging
• 10.2-inch diagonal GMC infotainment system with Google built-in

Also, the first-ever 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate SUV offers the pinnacle of Yukon luxury with its exclusive design touches and premium features. The standard Yukon Denali trim was already a very luxurious SUV. In order for the large SUV to take luxury to a new level, the 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate adds a top tier to the lineup. However, it’s certainly not for SUV buyers on a tight budget, for it undoubtedly will cost a lot of money. 

This article was updated on 7/29/2022.