GMC

GMC Overview:

GMC is a branch of General Motors specializing in SUVs, pickup trucks, and other work vehicles. Its vehicles are similar to those found in other GM brands, but often feature more power and features.

(The Canyon midsize pickup truck has been discontinued for 2013.)

The five-seat Terrain compact crossover is the smallest vehicle in GMC's lineup. Rugged in appearance, the Terrain adds a luxurious Denali trim for 2013. Also new for 2013 is a V-6 engine that adds 37-horsepower without any negative impact on fuel economy.

GMC’s full-size crossover, the Acadia, offers seating for seven or eight across three-rows of seats. It gets a slight refresh for 2013 with new LED accents and improved interior materials. There is also some added safety technology, with a new airbag that prevents driver-passenger collisions in the case of an accident.

GMC also offers several variations of its full-size Yukon SUV. The standard Yukon offers seating capacity between seven and nine passengers depending on seating configuration. If you desire more fuel economy without sacrificing utility, then the Yukon Hybrid might fit the bill, and it also comes with a much longer list of standard features including tri-zone automatic climate control and leather upholstery.

There are also a couple versions of the Yukon XL, the half-ton Yukon XL 1500 and the three-quarter ton Yukon XL 2500. The Yukon XL is the biggest SUV GMC offers and the 1500 model can tow up to 8,100 pounds (the 2500 goes all the up to 9,600 pounds). On all Yukon variants rear-wheel drive is standard while a four-wheel drive system is optional.

Moving up to full-size pickups, the Sierra 1500 runs the gamut from workmanlike to luxury, with its own Denali edition. The Sierra 1500 also has no fewer than five engine options. For those who put a premium on efficiency, there is the Sierra 1500 Hybrid which bumps fuel economy up to 20/23 mpg city/highway.

For those who need more from their trucks, GMC has a pair of heavy-duty work trucks in the Sierra 2500HD and the Sierra 3500HD which have expanded cargo/towing capacity.

GMC also builds a line of work vans, called the Savana 1500, Savana 2500, and Savana 3500 respectively.