Auto Show 2011: GMC

GMC's display was located right outside of Chevy's in the North Wing. GMC differs from virtually all other car manufacturers at the caw show because their whole line up features large size trucks and SUV's only. Below are the three most appealing products GMC had to offer.

2011 GMC Yukon Denali

Yukon is the poster child for the American SUV craze. It's big, spacious on the inside, gas guzzling, and expensive. However, don't let that take away from this highly regarded SUV which won the 2011 Best Overall Value Award.

2011 GMC Yukon Denali

The hardware in this big boy is pretty solid. It packs a 6.2L Vortec V8 engine putting out a strong 407 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque. It has active fuel management and flex-fuel capability which bring the Yukon to an EPA estimated 13 city and 18 highway mileage. The 6 speed automatic transmission is included standard to help you manage such a powerful engine. The vehicle has a tow/haul mode capability which can be activated when duty calls. On top of all this, you're able to choose between 2 wheel drive and a 4 wheel drive for less than ideal driving situations. For all this mean-machine-esque hardware, you also get the Z55 Autoride Suspension standard for the most comfortable ride possible in a GMC vehicle.

Accompanying all this strength comes the luxurious interior set up. Standard heated leather trim seats come standard, which is more than most cars can say. You also get a Bose 10 Speaker Sound System. Standard LCD display with MP3 and Navigation come standard as well. To top it off, you get a rear DVD entertainment system, ideal for super soccer moms, to keep your kids and your bro's entertainment all the same.

2011 GMC Terrain

 

 The Terrain caught my eye primarily because it's the only normal size SUV that GMC puts out. On top of that, its a solid vehicle with all your basic necessities. Overall, I recommend this to your average Joe looking for a cost effective, safe car with the roominess and capabilities of an SUV. There's not a whole lot to be said about the Terrain to be honest, except that it's a good deal on a solid vehicle which skips some of the bells and whistles but gets the job done and does it right.

2011 GMC Terrain

The Terrain has your standard air conditioning, power windows, power seat movement, heated seats, all that jazz. The neat stuff however, would be the driver console which displays accurate car information like remaining oil and gas life, and tire pressure.
The 2011 GMC Terrain offers two engine options. The standard option is a Eco-tech 2.4L I-4 which puts out a modest 182 horsepower and 172 lb-ft of torque while also having an epa estimated  22 mpg in the city and a stellar 32 mpg on the highway. If you're feeling adventurous, you also have the option for a 6 cylinder engine:

2.4L I-4 Eco-Tech Engine

"The available 3.0l V-6 engine offers 264 horsepower and 222 lb-ft of torque. It clocks in a 0-to-60 mph time of 7.8 seconds and delivers an unsurpassed 3500 pounds of trailering capability in its class. " -2011 GMC Terrain Brochure

 GMC All Terrain HD

GMC All Terrain HD Concept

All Terrain HD Concept Interior

If this name doesn't sound too familiar to you, don't worry, it's just a concept. But I can't tell you how excited I am to see this concept turned into reality. Essentially, The All Terrain HD was created to compete with Chevy's Silverado but even more so, Ford's new F-150 Raptor SVT (feature in an upcoming post). The All Terrain HD is a powerhouse of extreme automotive capability built with the strongest, toughest, and fastest parts around. GMC really went all out with this one. Upon speaking to the less than knowledgeable show woman, I learned a small amount but I was later told that they are not allowed to release much. What I did learn, however, was that the All Terrain HD features all the same hardcore off-roading/racing components as the SVT Raptor by Ford but has upgraded versions of some like the FOX brand racing shocks. Another thing I was told, and yet to have confirmed, was that the All Terrain HD outperforms the Raptor in sheer strength and power. Nothing was told to me about the interior other than what I was able to see. From what I could see from behind the railing, It appeared roomy and comfy yet serious and stern (Excuse me as I channel my inner interior designer). I will be sure to keep you all updated on the creation and perfection of this car up until official release upon which I plan to test drive and have a full on 100% customer review.

The remaining two pictures I managed to take of the All Terrain Concept HD:

All Terrain HD Concept Profile

All Terrain HD Concept Rear View