2009 GMC Acadia: There are a few minor upgrades for the 2009 GMC Acadia. The standard 3.6-liter V6 gets direct injection, which raises output to 288 hp and allows for a maximum towing capacity of 5,200 pounds, a 700-pound increase. A new version of OnStar offers turn-by-turn navigation and downloadable directions along with Bluetooth connectivity. The standard XM Satellite Radio has been upgraded with real-time traffic capability. Heated and cooled front seats are now optional, along with a rearview camera system that can be ordered separately from the navigation system. There are two new exterior colors: Quicksilver Metallic and Silver-Green Metallic. Blue-Gold Crystal Metallic and Liquid Silver Metallic are no longer available.
2009 GMC Canyon: The 2009 GMC Canyon received only minor upgrades this year. For the first time, a 300-hp 5.3-liter V8 is optional on extended-cab and crew-cab models. The base four-cylinder engine gets a revised fuel system for improved mileage. All models get an upgraded brake system, stability control and a bedliner. A new ZQ8 sport suspension is available with the V8 engine that lowers the truck and adds 18-inch wheels, low-profile tires and several cosmetic enhancements. Base models have been upgraded with 16-inch steel wheels, carpet and cloth seats. There are two new exterior colors, Aqua Blue and Navy Blue, that replace Midnight Blue Metallic and Sport Blue.
2009 GMC Envoy/Envoy Denali: There are only two changes on the 2009 GMC Envoy and Envoy Denali. Bluetooth connectivity is now available and there are three new colors: Quicksilver Metallic, Sand Beige Metallic and Silver-Green Metallic. Liquid Silver Metallic, Medium Brown Metallic and Silver Mist Metallic are no longer available.
2009 GMC Savana: The 2009 GMC Savana full-size van gets only minor changes for 2009. Electronic stability control and 17-inch wheels are now standard on all half-ton models. Vans with the V6 engine get a standard engine-oil cooler, while 5.3-liter V8-equipped models get a GCWR bump to 7,300 pounds and a higher-capacity alternator. A fast idle option has also been added to models with the 6.0-liter V8. Any model with a GCWR above 14,000 pounds gets a standard transmission oil cooler.
2009 GMC Sierra: The big news for the 2009 GMC Sierra 1500 is the addition of a six-speed automatic transmission on models with the 5.3-, 6.0- and 6.2-liter V8. Previously available only on the Sierra Denali, the 6.2-liter engine is now optional on SLT crew cabs. Electronic stability control is now standard on all V8-powered Sierras. A new XFE trim level has been added for 2WD crew-cab models that offers a 7 percent increase in city driving and a 5 percent increase in highway mileage thanks to reduced weight (aluminum suspension arms and wheels); improved aerodynamics (standard tonneau cover, lower front airdam, reduced ride height suspension); and a standard six-speed automatic transmission. The optional equipment list for all models now includes redesigned 18- and 20-inch chrome wheels, Bluetooth connectivity, XM Satellite Radio with real-time traffic and a rearview camera system that does not require the factory navigation system. New colors for the Sierra 1500 include Carbon Black Metallic and Midnight Blue Metallic. Deep Blue Metallic and Medium Brown Metallic are no longer available.
2009 GMC Sierra Denali: There are only minor changes for the 2009 GMC Sierra Denali. Sonoma Red Metallic and Steel Gray Metallic are new, while Silver Birch Metallic is no longer available. Heated and cooled front seats are now optional.
2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid: The GMC Sierra Hybrid is an all-new model for 2009. It combines a 6.0-liter V8 with GM's two-mode hybrid drive system to help deliver up to 25 percent better fuel economy while maintaining a 6,100-pound towing capacity. The Sierra Hybrid is capable of driving up to 30 mph on electric power alone and is available as a crew-cab model only in either 2WD or 4WD. The EPA estimated fuel economy for 2WD models is 21 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway; 4WD models are estimated at 20 mpg in both city and highway driving.
2009 GMC Sierra 2500HD: The 2009 GMC Sierra 2500HD is a carryover model with few changes. A new version of OnStar offers turn-by-turn navigation and Bluetooth connectivity, while the XM Satellite Radio system now offers real-time traffic reports. A rearview back-up camera that does not require the onboard navigation system is newly available on extended- and crew-cab models. Electronic stability control is now standard on 2WD/4WD extended- and crew-cab models with a standard cargo box. Carbon Black Metallic and Midnight Blue Metallic are new colors; Dark Blue Metallic and Medium Brown Metallic are no longer available.
2009 GMC Yukon: The 2009 GMC Yukon is largely a carryover model, although there are a few significant upgrades. Most notable is the addition of a new six-speed automatic transmission for all Yukons except base models with the 4.8-liter V8. On the features side, a new version of OnStar adds turn-by-turn navigation and destination download in addition to Bluetooth connectivity, while the standard XM Satellite Radio adds real-time traffic information. A new blind-spot detection system has been added to the options list along with a third-row DVD monitor, two rearview camera choices, 20-inch chrome wheels, a heavy-duty trailer tow package and an integrated brake controller. All 2WD models equipped with the 5.3-liter V8 also get a 3.08 rear axle ratio for improved mileage, and all models get a standard third-row seat. Dark Crimson Metallic is a new color option.
2009 GMC Yukon Denali: The 2009 GMC Yukon Denali gets only incremental changes this year. The standard 6.2-liter V8 is now rated at 403 hp (up from 380) and 417 pound-feet of torque (up from 416 lb-ft) and is FlexFuel capable. On the features side, a new version of OnStar adds turn-by-turn navigation and destination download in addition to Bluetooth connectivity, while the standard XM Satellite Radio adds real-time traffic information. A new blind-spot detection system has been added to the options list along with a third-row DVD monitor and heated/cooled front seats.
2009 GMC Yukon Denali XL: The 2009 GMC Yukon Denali XL gets only incremental changes this year. The standard 6.2-liter V8 is now rated at 403 hp (up from 380) and 417 lb-ft of torque (up from 416) and is FlexFuel capable. On the features side, a new version of OnStar adds turn-by-turn navigation and destination download in addition to Bluetooth connectivity, while the standard XM Satellite Radio adds real-time traffic information. A new blind-spot detection system has been added to the options list along with a third-row DVD monitor and heated/cooled front seats.
2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid: The GMC Yukon Hybrid is an all-new model for 2009. It combines a 6.0-liter V8 with GM's two-mode hybrid drive system to help deliver up to 50 percent better fuel economy in the city, according to GM. The GMC Yukon Hybrid is capable of driving up to 30 mph on electric power alone and is available in either 2WD or 4WD. The EPA-estimated fuel economy for the Yukon is 21 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway for 2WD models and 20 mpg for both city and highway with 4WD models.
2009 GMC Yukon XL: The 2009 GMC Yukon XL is a carryover model with a few significant enhancements. Most notable is the addition of a new six-speed automatic transmission for all Yukon XLs. On the features side, a new version of OnStar adds turn-by-turn navigation and destination download in addition to Bluetooth connectivity, while the standard XM Satellite Radio adds real-time traffic information. A new blind-spot detection system has been added to the options list along with a third-row DVD monitor, two rearview camera choices, 20-inch chrome wheels, a heavy-duty trailer tow package and an integrated brake controller. All models get a standard third-row seat. Dark Crimson Metallic is a new color option.
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