2021 GMC Yukon Denali Vs. AT4: What ARE The Differences? Here's Everything You Need To Know!

[@jakeodell1224]

Love your channel and these trucks!

[@Romans_Toupee]

Hey TFL, just a quick tip when you want to rev the engines while they're parked... just shift it into Neutral and keep your foot on the brake, no rev limit! Always enjoy your content 👏

[@robertyoung8289]

It shows GM is capable of building good interiors if they want too. It's time to step up there game on the Silverado.

[@juliobello4561]

That’s why they stop building sedans to use up that waste money on trucks and SUV interiors best decisions GM and Ford had made. Even ford has improved interior style not to fan of it but they’re better things to come I hope in next two or three years GM bring up update on 5.3 and 6.2

[@devin7224]

Yea step up my interior on my 18 Sierra denali

[@6thstringtender921]

@@AltosGarage going to be in the 2022 model so I've heard but not the 2021 most likely due to the Covid pandemic

[@frankvilla3622]

So True

[@conduit242]

🤣🤣🤣

[@mtnbiker014]

The “which engine is in which vehicle “ is a no brained. The Denali comes standard with the 6.2l.

[@dmcamp95]

And the AT4 is not available with the 6.2

[@TheRandumDude]

I didnt know that and you spoiled the game lol

[@bmxnicholas]

@@TheRandumDude its always been like that brotha

[@TheRandumDude]

Lil Fox you’re probably right but i wanted to play the guessing game 😂

[@stellert69]

Also, the comment about the 6.2 being longer is BS, both blocks are the same length. The 6.2 is essentially a bored out 5.3. Exterior dimensions are the same for both engines.

[@turnerruma5977]

The Denali has the Big boy 6.2l 420 hp 460 lbf of torque Andre: i am gaining weight too

[@ColeSpolaric]

Filming in 100 degree weather. That's dedication!

[@Ericinferno14]

Denali should already be ultimate, the idea of extra packages at the highest trim always had bugged me

[@jackschissler255]

When my Equinox was in the dealership for repair work, they gave me a 2020 Acadia to drive...absolutely beautiful. 2 months later it was back for more work and it stayed for 3 weeks and they gave me another 2020 Acadia to drive but it was the AT4 edition. Still beautiful, the AT4 stitching on the seats was really nice. Only thing I didn’t like was the AT4 had a 2 color seat combination which didn’t impress me, the standard Acadia had only 1 color on the seats.

[@jeivenjoelcintron6421]

Ok, Nathan,Andre,Roman,Tommy whoever’s going to read this, I want your honest opinion on the new Cadillac Escalade

[@pechmichaelchristina2640]

I’d love to drive either one to get my groceries.

[@tonyr2360]

I owned a 2017 Yukon Denali for all of six months. Had it in the shop 8 times in that time frame, for some major issues. (Failed magnetic shocks, leaky head liner, interior and exterior moldings popping off, A/C condenser....etc....etc...) I finally got fed up with it...as much as I loved it, I couldn't overlook the quality issues in this "premium" vehicle-and I traded it in on a Ford F-150 Platinum. As much as I like these new GMC's...I'd be gun shy to consider buying another. (or any GM product for that matter, right now). Amazing how one bad owner experience can turn a life long GM guy into one of their biggest skeptics.

[@MrRGiller]

All brands sadly turn out bad apples, here and there. My dad's neighbor had a 2018 Toyota Tacoma and had nothing but electrical problems that the dealership couldn't fix. He ended up getting a 2018 GMC crew cab 4X4 with the 6.2 V8. He loves the GMC truck.

[@tonyr2360]

@J Medrano That 6.2 is a beast of a motor. It has such a broad power band. I had that in the Denali, and think it's the ONLY motor they should put in the Yukon/Tahoe/Escalade family. I had the 5.3 in both a Tahoe and Avalanche...they felt underpowered below 4000 rpm. Never felt that in the Denali. On another note- I've had pretty good luck with the Platinum, thus far. I've only had problems with the heating element in the driver's seat-(replaced under warranty).

[@tonyr2360]

@@MrRGiller Yeah...I think my Denali was assembled at 4:59 on a Friday afternoon! LOL As much as I loved it, I couldn't overlook all the issues I had with it. Some were issues that you shouldn't have on a $20,000 vehicle, let alone an $80,000. Up that point, I was a GM guy my whole life-now I'd have great reservation about giving GM another dime. Except maybe for a C8 Corvette! I may be able to overlook some quality issues for that vehicle. LOL

[@tonyr2360]

@J Medrano Exactly what I was thinking.

[@ljefferies2012]

The sheer amount of content you guys put out in 1 week is actually amazing. That Denali is beautiful, but is it really worth the $

[@danielmeador1991]

Yes my dad just got one and it’s worth it

[@cintocrunch]

My dad drove his 2011 Yukon XL Denali AWD brand new off the lot for around $50k... it had upgraded wheels, captains chairs, second and third row DVD screens, fully loaded. The pricing on these things has gotten insane. But people buy them, so apparently some people (not me) have money. I guess I'll stick with my used Traverse.

[@lego4virgo]

How has that Traverse been? I've heard horror stories about the engine management system on the 3.6L.

[@MattsCarsMusic]

@@lego4virgo the first generation Traverse, Acadia & Enclave have been total crap but the 2nd gen models have been far more reliable

[@cintocrunch]

bigvirgotube the first gen Lambdas had issues that led to poor oiling of the timing chains and wave plate issues in the transmission. The refreshed first gens after 2013 are much more reliable. Check out the forums to get a better idea.

[@frozenhouse5362]

Denali (/dɪˈnɑːli/)[5][6] (also known as Mount McKinley, its former official name)[7] is the highest mountain peak in North America, with a summit elevation of 20,310 feet (6,190 m) above sea level. With a topographic prominence of 20,156 feet (6,144 m) and a topographic isolation of 4,629 miles (7,450 km), Denali is the third most prominent and third most isolated peak on Earth, after Mount Everest and Aconcagua. Located in the Alaska Range in the interior of the U.S. state of Alaska, Denali is the centerpiece of Denali National Park and Preserve.

[@kevinAuman1]

Easy question, the denali has the 6.2L just as my yukon denali does! 420hp and 460tqe plus you'd be amazed how much untapped power can be freed just by letting them breathe with a K&N air intake, MBRP exhaust and the add a superchips flashpaq F5 to bring in a little extra fuel and it makes worlds of difference! My denali also has a 3in lift and 35in mastercraft courser mxt tires so I think I'd overtake that at4

[@jaw1489]

Denali has a 6.2 standard, you can't even get it with the 5.3. No need to play a game

[@geoffgraham4764]

Not to mention the 6.2 is unavailable in the AT4 :-P

[@michaeladams2077]

@@geoffgraham4764 at4 doesn't come with the Diesel either

[@patrickmartin3322]

@@michaeladams2077 I really wish it did it would be perfect for what I’d want when I can afford one in 2035

[@michaeladams2077]

No worries, if were still arpund in 35 it will be all elect4ic. Amd much more affordable. Perhaps petro fuel will be strictly sport.

[@tritchie6272]

I like the interior of the Danali for the most part. However give it a lever shifter. Preferably on the column. Then trade tire/wheels with the AT4. The AT4 seems abit more gadgety than I like. It seems like alot of manufacturers don't know the difference between a nice convenience and more overly complicated junk that's probably going to fail by the time its piad off or not long after.

[@jtomtl]

I don’t like the push button transmission.......

[@lkae4]

Denali's interior is so clean and no nav screen intruding into the driving field. Beautiful.

[@andrewwoitaszewski4961]

This channel is great! Watch all the time! Let Nathan know, the value cover being bigger on the 6.2l is completely inaccurate. The internals of the engine are different. 4.8, 5.3, 6.0, 6.2. Same dimensionally. Awesome channel you guys! Great job!

[@RysterARCEE]

$60k-$80k?? Nice vehicles, but prices are just getting out of hand (across the industry, not just GM).

[@vishavjitsingh6923]

Yukon is new escalade.

[@illstateofmind]

You ain’t kidding!

[@noeldillabough]

I'd take those 20" tires over the 22" tires every time, never understood why they'd have such a narrow wheel on such a large vehicle.

[@dirtdude96]

The do not spray is the dirty side inlet for the airbox... it does not catch and move water in there.

[@dlsmallenginerepair]

The sliding center console is for your chrome piece!

[@bradschertz6736]

Love GM products! Great reviews thanks for sharing!

[@Trucker89dude]

At 19:55 the GMC Acadia actually got smaller from the previous generation. It's the Chevy Traverse that got bigger

[@JDCheng]

Exactly. The new Acadia even has a base 4 cylinder now.

[@phyrexianjudgement]

standard denali is 6.2 although i wish the at4 came with it for the extra umph

[@streetmuscle2155]

I HATE when it looks like the screen was an after thought it looks like they just stuck on a tablet and said good enough I love the Denali setup everything just flows really well and looks like they took some time and thought into the design

[@jaystepp150]

0:28 Denali ultimate should have the 6.2 if it has everything. Cause I’d rather have that engine over the 5.3

[@johnp2931]

Nathan and Andre make a great review duo! Watch out, Tommy and Roman! 😂

[@sickpatchbro7256]

Damn imagine if they did the same interior to the Silverado trucks.

[@20tea]

My 07 Denali with the 6.2 still is going strong. Have a 6 in lift and maintained the air ride suspension. Sitting on 35" nitto trail grapplers and it takes my family on logging roads in the Cascades up here in the northwest for camping trips. Interior still looks perfect as i routinely maintain the leather and other materials. Just saying it's an 07, still looks good and still holding up at about 180k miles now. Also plan on towing some rock crawlers on a flatbed to trails soon i hope.

[@HithereJimHerald]

180k is nothing if you’re taking care of it that well. I have a 92 Silverado with 340k miles that wasn’t overly well cared for when I got it at 290k. Yours will go forever with that care if AFM doesn’t kill it

[@20tea]

@@HithereJimHerald That's great to hear! I had to swap out my torque converter and went with a performance billet TC and installed a new melling high volume oil pump. I also don't have AFM in this motor, so I'm good to go then!

[@geevenom8098]

@@HithereJimHerald hi there.. I have a 09 Chevy Tahoe LT 4x4 and wondering if I have AFM on the truck? Thanks in advance

[@HithereJimHerald]

@@geevenom8098 Yup you’ll have AFM

[@geevenom8098]

@@HithereJimHerald oh ok thanks for the quick response. Bought the truck off my son and runs so smooth. No engine lights on or anything. But he did say it does burn oil a bit and just to make sure I do an oil change every 3k miles. I wonder if that’s the AFM causing that? It has 164k miles. Thanks in advance

[@mrgmc6314]

I get 16 mpg in my 2002 tahoe 5.3 with 240k and counting ....

[@shelstone66]

I've driven my 97 Yukon since 08' and this is amazing to watch...its like the smart phone version to my truck....5.7l life! You got a new sub

[@efrainsanchez4126]

Wow gmc did a great job

[@RouteACG]

The "don't spray" area is the air intake on the SUV's just like it is on the trucks. That's the reason for not spraying water into that area, it goes right to the airbox.

[@taqialherz6957]

We want comparisons with Ford, Chevy and RAM 🤩

[@Jarrett197]

Nice episode but the cameraman had no idea what to film 😂

[@crunchyblack2224]

Why did GM put fog lights on the Yukon series and not the suburban/Tahoe? Weird....

[@thinkingape7655]

I wish you guys could put these review vehicles on a lift. It would be awesome to see what all the different manufacturers are doing.

[@colonelJ77]

I couldn't finish....no the best format for a video

[@R.Nelson]

Awesome Trucks!!! Awesome Review!!!.. great trucks...jus needs proper shifter... coloum of course!

[@TravNasty520]

They need to throw that interior into the heavy duty pickup trucks! 👍🏼

[@KaosII1968]

That's a pistol drawer if I'm not mistaken.

[@jbussey5301]

The easy giveaway for the 6.2 powered Yukon/Yukon XL and the Tahoe & Suburban regardless of model is the quad tip rear exit exhaust.

[@jameswatt932]

Making an off road video on that AT4 will be amazing.

[@ChrisDIYerOklahoma]

Thanks for the video...appreciate your insight. But, after watching your video, I am left with more "questions" and am def not excited about either of them. GM continues to shovel out products to the public using some kind of wacky logic...and of course overcharging. The 6.2L should be standard on all Yukons with a 6.2L turbo or supercharger as an option.

[@donleamon8653]

Dude, they do have CAFE standards that need to be met. Hence why they stuff the 5.3 in everything they can.

[@mohnster4000]

Love the AT4 version 😍

[@noahmcclure2515]

Go dawgs

[@TimmyMoza]

Love both styles. Never been a fan of the giant grille but I get its about showin off the bling... lol... i like the Denali dash setup better tho... also where’s the exhaust tips on the AT4?

[@thankyou9085]

Yeah i agree. The in dashboard display looks cleaner than the one that has a standing up display

[@normt430]

The Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban, the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, and the Cadillac Escalade account for 50% of all large SUV sales in the US. GM makes 340,000 of them every year and exports about 80,000 to 31 countries. They’re made in GM’s plant in Arlington, Texas, which is said to be the most profitable assembly plant in the world. We estimate they generate $20 billion in revenue for GM and about $4 billion in profits. Autoline Daily.

[@ktpinnacle]

While I appreciate the power that Ford has squeezed out of their smaller engines, I prefer to have the V-8 loping along. I just hope that GM has solved their issues with the cylinder deactivation. I might consider deactivating it to get better long-term reliability, even if it sacrifices some mileage. The 5.3 has enough power for my needs, and that AT-4 is better suited for work and play than the Denali - though I'm beginning to like that Denali interior.

[@NinoValleyTv]

0:40 seconds in and I can tell u right now based on being a Denali owner for the past 20 years ..the Yukon Denali has the 6.2...

[@davidmead9861]

Without even playing your game i can tell you the denali has the 6.2 because in the intro you mentioned that its a denali ultimate which is a package that includes the bigger motor🙂🙂

[@hard2overcome435]

Great channel you guys, love watching! What's the difference on the Denali Ultimate?

[@tallll70]

if it's clutches on each side of diff, then it's like vectoring, probably better to have good awd control, since it's mostly for road

[@antoniog9536]

I'm loving ❤ that center console 😍

[@williamyoung5001]

The Denali has the 6.2, I prefer the AT4. Great review 👍🏽

[@jimb8695]

If GMC comes up with a Terrain AT4, I'll definitely buy it.

[@AngelTorres-se9zf]

Love the channel, love those GMC trucks but wow! Just a tad to much technology. Thank you for sharing.

[@A_guan]

I wished the Denali had a chrome delete package

[@BIGJBIGEBIGC]

Amazon chrome delete kit. Literally wrap the chrome in black

[@jamesshaw1632]

The AT4 is just a X31 offroad package. The AT4 or Denali or SLT is the trim package.

[@Niles-Guy]

I’m glad I found your channel. You guys make a great team and gave a solid review. I like the Yukon Denali but not sure if they take a kidney as down payment 😝

[@xanderunderwoods3363]

Arm and a leg actually

[@damilolaakanni]

That gear shifter setup will take some time to get used to...wonder why they didn't just use the one in the 2021 Escalade. That would have worked for this as well.

[@mesho212]

One long continuous camera shot...that was impressive.

[@johnkolbjr8375]

They need the screen from in the Denali in the AT4

[@ricwestdoesitwork]

Great review of the AT4 & Denali. The Denali has the 6.2, the AT4 is the 5.3

[@S2kBPRIME]

These are both awesome, wish they made a diesel hybrid.

[@juliobello4561]

Is coming man

[@A_guan]

Yall should make a comparison with the new Tahoe and Yukon as well with the design differences

[@standodge7687]

I'd love to see a off road video of that at4 vs Tahoe z71

[@rdizzo1313]

They are going to price themselves right back out of business again....👌🏽

[@desertaliend_b9840]

All the hate for GM but they’re still on the road and people keep buying them.

[@youarerightboss]

GMC Goofs Manufacturing Crap

[@Branman345]

Couldn’t agree more.

[@youarerightboss]

GM Grossly Mismanaged

[@markgosser9578]

These two vehicles make the German and Japanese SUV’s look like POS!

[@xanderunderwoods3363]

Spotted the Ford fans lol

[@conduit242]

Legend has it that the dash in the 2023 Denali will go all the way to the roof 🙄

[@kdougk3478]

Pretty sure that the two engines are the same size physically. That’s what’s cool about gm’s engines you can interchange parts like the heads on the 5.3 will go on the 6.2 block the crank is probably the same too the difference would be bored size of the pistons. 5.3 Bore and stroke 3.78 x 3.622 6.2 bore and stroke 4.065 x 3.622 so the crank and rods are the same just bigger pistons

[@coryernewein]

What...no hug test Andre? Good review guys, I enjoy all your comparisons. Nice to see the little differences in trim levels.

[@user-jy7ng9mq9p]

AT 4 with Denali interior will be great!

[@brianklauss6749]

the denali yukon has the nicer dash with the radio in it and u get a nice grille and a nice 6.2 liter that will last longer then those 5.3s the at4 u wont be able to put a aftermarket radio in it if the radio is on top of the dash

[@wubaru]

I bet Andre and Nate couldn’t “talk” if you held their hands still lol 😜

[@blakliffy]

Wishing Nate the best. I can tell he looks pretty ill and I don't mean flu symptom illness.

[@joshuafriske111]

With the “quad exhaust” on the Denali, that already tells me that it is the 6.7 L..

[@danimalx23]

Ok, why is GMC now claiming that the 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate is the "First Ever".... I am so confused.

[@46rambo49]

would it be too much to ask for a stick shift, real chromed parts, and no chip shortages ? do you guys have daytime jobs ?

[@J.Young808]

Denalis have always been made with the 6.2

[@giuseppepellegrini2863]

The channel needs 4K

[@chimikiejenkins2289]

DENALI and AT4 I love it and hey TFL

[@charleneleith887]

I think the Denali has the 6.3 liter engine because lower power means more grip and GMC Denali mostly have more torque

[@WW-wf8tu]

Grateful for you crawling around inside showing the legroom and cargo room. Nice to get the perspective before going to the showrooms. And I am sort of on the fence about this pull/push button transmission feature these days. Some vehicles I don't think it hardly matters what is in them. These rigs I could care less since they are "bling" and GMC products. They are disposable/flip over after a lease is over with or get stuck with massive repair bills vehicles. And on commuter vehicles.. I guess push/pull tab/button transmissions are fine. But for the enthusiasts, they are a ridiculous gadget that does not give you a hands on experience you seek. And if you had to rock a vehicle back and forth.. that flimsy control system is just going to be horrific to work with.

[@Jgummy29]

That is not the “new” Ultimate line. That didn’t come out until 2023. Yet my 2020 Denali is an Ultimate package. When I asked my dealer at one of the oil change appts why mine is also an Ultimate, yet the 2023 Ultimate is $100k. He said because it’s now a new trim level, not a package. 🙄. I will say the 2023 Ultimate trim has beautiful seats but that’s about it and not worth the extra $10-$11grand price tag

[@dirtysanchez4753]

5.3..and 6.2..available on both models

[@bettymaverick1098]

Push Button Transmissions, what a new concept. Must of copied from the 1960's Plymouth's, Dodges and Chyrsler's. And some much earlier vehicles.

[@MattsCarsMusic]

Honda, Acura and Hyundai have that type of gear selector too as well as Lincoln

[@okieballs]

Ordering AT4 - do I get summit white or the tri coat white?!?

[@arjelbrianagustin4482]

The one that annoys me would be that shark fin antenna by the front right windshield why dont place it in the middle...

[@hcrffi]

Very nice vehicles. Finally the interior design that can compete with Chrysler, and Ram. Good engine choice. Very roomy and is big enough that you don't need XL or Chevy Suburban in most circumstances. But, no thank you, unless they replace the tires from Goodyear to some other brand.

[@ktpinnacle]

Why replace the Goodyears?

[@biged2193]

The Denali package automatically gives you the 6.2 that’s kind of the point

[@alphafuryjony2464]

Can I get a heart from TFL?

[@k2sb20033]

Does the ELSD have a manual locking feature like the Expedition or is it like the Grand Cherokee where it decides whats best?

[@Upracefan]

The 5.3 & 6.2 motors are identical in size physically, you can not tell them apart

[@Nate-zy5ce]

Good review, but for one big problem. You never backed up with the camera and gave a clear big picture view of both vehicles side by side. All camera angles were in close. Frustrating. Otherwise, well done.

[@user-up8wv6ko1c]

i hope they add a refrigerator for drinks or others

[@ccollins1609able]

There is no physical exterior dimension difference between those two engines. They are built from the same block. Minor differences between the two other than bore size.

[@docsantoshk]

Love your channel and content. Please improve your camera work, it gives me vertigo with camera shaking and moving like the camera guy is having a seizure.