The redesigned and upgraded 2025 GMC Yukon has just been presented. Alongside the improvements, the SUV also gets its very first AT4 Ultimate trim.

　　2025 GMC Yukon Whats new?After dealing with the Acadia and the Terrain, both of which have just been thoroughly updated, GMC attacked both the exterior and interior of its flagship model for this makeover.

　　Aside from styling updates, the new Yukon also features upgraded technologies, a must in its category if its to keep up with the competition.

　　The new AT4 Ultimate trim, meanwhile, comes as the AT4 trim marks its fifth anniversary within the GMC model range. Also spruced up for 2025 is the models range-topping Denali Ultimate trim.

　　Design of the 2025 GMC YukonThe new edition of the SUV features unique grille patterns up front, liftgate badging out back and animated headlights and taillights. Overall, the exterior styling exudes a muscular yet refined character, as GMC puts it.

　　Inside

　　The interiors updates are many, starting with a 16.8-inch display screen for the updated, vertically oriented infotainment centre interface. GMC says that interface is highly customizable. Second-row passengers, meanwhile, have their own 8-inch rear climate control if buyers have picked that option.

　　A panoramic roof is available as an option, as is a hands-free tailgate function.

　　Technology in the 2025 GMC Yukonadvanced technology, safety and driver assistance features coming to the 2025 Yukon include available Night Vision (optional); it helps make driving in low-light situations safer. Thermal object detection helps identify pedestrians and animals by alerting drivers via the head-up display and driver information centre.

　　New standard functions include:

　　- Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking- Rear Cross Traffic Braking- Side Bicyclist Alert- Intersection Automatic Emergency BrakingBuyers can option in GMs Super Cruise semi-autonomous drive system, which allows for hands-free driving on a vast network of North American roads. That network is expected to cover 1.2 million km by the end of 2025. In the new Yukon, the system will include the possibility of hands-free trailering, an industry first according to GMC.

　　Powertrains of the 2025 GMC YukonThe default engine for the new Yukon is a 3.0L Duramax turbodiesel unit with an output of 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque. For the first time, that engine is available with the AT4 variants.

　　The other available engine is a 6.2L V8 good for 420 hp and 460 lb-ft working with a 10-speed auto transmission.

　　In case youre wondering, the towing capacity of the new 2025 Yukon is 8,400 lb.

　　The redesigned 2025 GMC Yukon will be available by the end of 2024. Pricing and other details should be announced as launch date approaches.

　　2025 GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate, three-quarters rear | Photo: GMC

　　2025 GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate, front | Photo: GMC

　　GMC Yukon Yukon 2025, second-row screens | Photo: GMC

　　2025 GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate, wheels | Photo: GMC

　　2025 GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate, off road | Photo: GMC

　　2025 GMC Yukon Yukon Denali Ultimate, headlight | Photo: GMC

　　2025 GMC Yukon Yukon Denali Ultimate, rear | Photo: GMC