Is the GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate a BETTER luxury SUV than a 2024 Cadillac Escalade?

The Yukon is GMC's largest SUV built. On the outside of the Denali Ultimate you will see 22in wheels, black chrome accents, unique wheels and electric running boards. On the inside you will be greeted by a special 2-tone leather, 10in infotainment system and digital gauge cluster. Under the hood is a 6.2L V8 pumping out 420HP & is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Is the GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate a BETTER luxury SUV than a 2024 Cadillac Escalade?
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[@AYBasaran]

I love how you give a random fact in every video😊

[@RaitisRides]

That is so awesome of you to say!

[@EricInTampaAcoustic]

Ahhhhh “to the door panel “!!!!! Every single time , it pumps me up

[@Destroyer-Grizzly-BIH]

I’m so sick of these companies charging so little for these nice SUV’s‼️

[@RaitisRides]

I see what you did there!

[@Destroyer-Grizzly-BIH]

@@RaitisRides Yes sir😂

[@talcareyifill5937]

😂😂

[@AntonioDiaz]

Had me laughing so hard with the Cadillac owners and the siren 🚨 😂

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that I can bring the laughs!

[@nickshepley2566]

11:08 LITERALLY eating a meatball sub as I’m watching this video 😮

[@RaitisRides]

Now that’s meant to be!

[@AVOWIRENEWS]

What an interesting comparison! It's great to see videos that delve into the details of different luxury SUVs. The GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate and the 2024 Cadillac Escalade are both amazing vehicles, and it's exciting to see them being compared. Keep up the fantastic work with these informative reviews! Looking forward to more of your content. 🌟🚗💫

[@tigerhoods7927]

One of the prettiest trucks ever

[@RaitisRides]

You are spot on with that

[@experiencethevibemediainc]

This dude is the best walk through explanation ever!

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Wow awesome V8 sound also the brown and black two tone leather interior is definitely beautiful

[@RaitisRides]

They definitely brought some nice choices

[@kariw.160]

That 6.2 is fun to drive.

[@billeichenberger5370]

Absolutely gorgeous but for $93,000 it should be and then some! How do so many people afford this??? Prices are out of control IMO. Great review as always Joe. Thanks.

[@crow_2k11beatsbydre8]

You will be surprised how folks buy this overpriced vehicle, cant image how much to fill up this vehicle?

[@kariw.160]

@@crow_2k11beatsbydre8 it takes about 28 gallons on E to fill, so whatever your current price is. I’ve had several Yukon XLs and suburbans with the 6.2L. Even my 2016 could get 500 miles without needing a fill on a roadtrip.

[@stevechimelski4557]

My Grand Wagoneer L with 31 gal tank can get over 600 miles on a tank full.

[@bradysgaragedoors]

Great review! Love the brown leather you get in this Yukon Denali ultimate.

[@RaitisRides]

You have great tatse!

[@stevechimelski4557]

Still wish it had color choices.

[@1999NissanQuestGXE]

Hey Joe! Nice Car! Looks AMAZING! Great job! 👏 You’re The Best!

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate you letting me share it with you.

[@1999NissanQuestGXE]

@@RaitisRidesNice

[@bighousefan2223]

Dude loves his job and it shows, love listening to your presentation brother, thank you. Truck is great, that is awesome and would be a pleasure to own!

[@AdmiringBarnOwl-ox3my]

Nice review keep up the good work Joe

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for taking the time to say that

[@mikes9282]

Thank you for taking the time to thank him for taking the time to say that.

[@AguilarFSU]

That dually when you hit the first light during the test drive stole the episode haha

[@RaitisRides]

I was waiting for someone to notice! Good eyes!

[@bigheavy12]

Great video and thanks

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome! Thanks for tuning in!

[@vicjuarez1450]

Love you Joe, big fan, love the innuendos, lol.

[@RaitisRides]

I appreciate your support so much Vic!

[@JakeLeeBergstromGM]

The fake air intake up front is functional on the diesel version for the intercooler. Also, the front arm rest slides forward to be useful with the console slid back.

[@RaitisRides]

It is functional on a diesel.

[@renefrench33]

One of the best Vehicles on the market !!! Great Review !!!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Amazing review Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for always tuning in.

[@kmotch]

I drove one of these in Chicago in December, being English it was like captaining a ship but my word I felt safe with my family inside. Should I ever move to the states I would certainly have one of these behemoths

[@mattmekhaeil]

GMC brought their ultimate with this trim. This will be my pick if I was buying a Yukon will be this trim

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you like this one

[@omarcortes5754]

To me, the Yukon is the Queen in the 100,000 dollars price range.

[@RaitisRides]

Great way to put it Omar

[@barryhamilton3112]

Great review!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I can bring it to you!

[@doyoulikecrystalgel]

Sweet looking Yukon. That being said, Uncle Joe, I'm still taking the escalade. My aunt has a newer escalade and I LOVE taking that thing on a roadtrip.

[@RaitisRides]

Nothing wrong with that!

[@kariw.160]

Definitely with the “sport” trim.

[@kevinmousty945]

Love mine! Looked at an Escalade, but like you said, don’t need all that screen and like having real buttons and knobs. When you open the armrest to get to the lower section, you can leave open and pull the leather top forward, so front seat still has an arm rest too.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that experience!

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Yes of course Joe & I thinking of buying one.

[@RaitisRides]

I can see you in this one.

[@kingdavid8545]

"I definitely gotta thank the cows, that sacrificed their lives for this beautiful leather" 😂😂😂

[@rosejeudy525]

I like the way you Explain the G MC😮

[@davidyoung9262]

Great video! I love the channel. I have a GMC Sierra now and want to upgrade it. I know I want the ultimate trim for sure. I also know GMC is doing a redesign for 2025 hopefully with a panoramic sunroof in the Sierra. I have seen the Yukon ultimate and I go back and forth to what I want….. Yukon or Sierra…… I don’t tow. I do a some dump runs but trying to see what suits me best. Your thoughts would be greatly appreciated! Yukon or Sierra? 😊

[@kariw.160]

I’ve got mine on order straight from GM in the volcanic red. I cannot wait! Upgrading from a 2019 Suburban Premier RST with the 6.2L. I DO wish they had done the Vader chrome throughout instead of regular. Now that would have been 🤩

[@aliglaser8701]

I agree- we just ordered mine 2024 in White and we are planning to turn the chrome lettering to black & probably get the window section wrapped in black as well so there's only the dark chrome

[@coolaa7]

Hi Joe, thanks for the video? Is this Denali the way to go, or are the Escalade's materials and and suspension worth the extra money?

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video real true 👍

[@RaitisRides]

You got it Dominick!

[@chrisgelo1425]

Great video Raiti. GMC has a big year coming. With the refreshed 2025 Yukon, redesigned 2024 Acadia and 2025 Terrain coming down the pipleine. Dont really care for the Sierra EV Denali, but who knows what theyll do for the 1500 pickups..... 🤔🤔

[@RaitisRides]

We will see how it all pans out

[@calesticall128]

How to going Nice price 2025 in party G.M.C 🎉🎉🎉

[@Artofspeedd]

Great review

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for taking the time to say that!

[@tomdrummy4984]

Bringing the big boys out this week . Is this………….professional grade? ☺️

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it is!

[@LuisUrbieta]

I love the GMC Yukon Denali & right away, you know you made a Smart Smart move in life when you're driving the ultimate Apostle to the SUV's.

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true!

[@LuisUrbieta]

@@RaitisRides Yeap

[@GMC229]

Joe is the best when comes to review

[@RaitisRides]

That means the world!

[@carolhaavardsrud4865]

We absolutely love our 2022 GMC Yukon Denali with the Cat Back exhaust but your video makes me want to get the 2024 Ultimate. Thanks Joe

[@CraigNelson-gw6jw]

GM just keeps elevating their Designs. That's a nice as SUV

[@christianbryant5617]

I love the Bose Audio!

[@KerBear847]

I own a 2024 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate. I love it! I am an absolute fan of the front grille on my new Yukon. I, too, wish the side emblems said Ultimate (as well as on the back of the vehicle). I admit I do not like the wheels that come with the vehicle and have new rims on order. I have yet to be able to use supercruise because it says it's not available. All in all, I am happy with my Ultimate.

[@Torch4Life]

Awesome, what color? & what wheels, AT4 (I like them better myself)?

[@KerBear847]

@@Torch4Life Black. Black rims. Previously, I owned a black '21 Yukon AT4 and I liked the wheels that came with that specific trim.

[@SayLessAli]

When he said Steven seemed to be just standing there not showing the map lmaoo, but on a serious note no ventilation in the back row turned me off so bad

[@tjmperez]

I went with the 2023 GMC Yukon XL AT4! Was in Colorado last week in negative weather with snow and ice and handled like a dream! Highly recommend it! Went with the AT4 over Denali for functional over fancy. But still looks incredible with a bunch of great features!

[@kariw.160]

But that 6.2 vs the 5.3… unless you got the 6.2 with it. I’ve had a hard time finding the AT4 with the 6.2

[@tjmperez]

@@kariw.160 I got the 5.3. It’s for my wife mainly. I have a F350 so I don’t need any additional power for it. It is hard to find the 6.2 but I haven’t had any issues or regrets with the 5.3

[@wwesupermiahroblox4460]

I love Yukons!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad to hear that

[@CraigNelson-gw6jw]

Interior looks wayyyyyy better than any Toyota or Honda or even Acura could design. Love that lay out.

[@wiilli7685]

A Denali Ultimate & Night Edition comparison video. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏 Love the truck Joe. Great video. 🤙🤙🤙💯💯🤙🤙💯💯💯

[@RaitisRides]

You got it! Stay tuned!

[@Blood8Chapel]

I wonder how planted this suv is? When you turn, does this car feel like it's tilting? The old versions I drove at work had this issue.

[@ahmedalshamrani3218]

Yukon always the best ❤

[@RaitisRides]

I’m glad that you think so.

[@alanklaus7774]

If they would only put that 3cyl that was in the Buick you reviewed a while back it would be perfect. I am getting very concerned for all the Caddy owners with so many sirens going by. Nice review as usual Joe and Steven.

[@user-yi3jo5ni2d]

Cool device!

[@RaitisRides]

I am glad that you think so.

[@Grt1n]

I love the bold aggressive style of the Yukon Denali grill over the Tahoe and even the Escalade… to me the Yukon sits perfectly in the middle since you get more luxury than Chevy but you’re not afraid if it gets a little dirty unlike the Cadillac.

[@miguelrdz4907]

How much would it be the monthly payment for the e GMC and the Cadillac?

[@Cannabiscaviar]

My dad bought his girlfriend the Cadillac Escalade and bought himself a Denali Ultimate. I personally prefer how the Denali was equipped over their Escalade. It has Super Cruise which is amazing, but the Cadillac has this commanding presence about it and refrigerator that always comes in handy for us. It really comes down to personal preference

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow! Thanks for sharing that experience!

[@jamesgraham9647]

Damn! I wanna be like your dad when I finally grow up :O

[@artieartya]

What did your dad buy his good son?

[@RoseRed733]

Hmmm. Is your dad into canibus also. Might explain how he can afford those types of vehicles.

[@kariw.160]

@@RoseRed733probably business owner. We have several nice cars as business owners.

[@jaygriffin5710]

As a european. The part where you talk about how much junk food you can fit in the doors of your enourmous 5 seat SUV is what we think America is about.

[@videowatcher9215]

What do Europeans think of Europeans?

[@Destroyer-Grizzly-BIH]

I’m the type to ask to pay markup, I have to be the big dog in the neighborhood.

[@RaitisRides]

Ouch that has to be painful.

[@billeichenberger5370]

All it takes is money-lots of it!!! 😎👍🇺🇸

[@hali1392]

I love this car, but i would still take the esclade since its much nicer, but this is one of my fav cars ever

[@RaitisRides]

Bring some xtra dough

[@craiglowery4427]

Great review. We have a 2016 Escalade that we bought new years ago. We are trying to decide between a Escalade or Denali as a replacement. We will go with the Denali based on price

[@RaitisRides]

That is a good call! I am so glad that I can share it with you!

[@lejet9978]

I would like to see you do some PICKUP vids for us truck owners looking to upgrade.

[@Artofspeedd]

😂😂😂 Joe said do you hear the sirens that is Cadillac owners paying too much money that having a heart attack😅

[@seanz401]

I do enjoy vehicles still having foglights cuz alot are going away with fogs. I dig it

[@mtlonergan]

Raiti, i picked up my 2023 Yukon Denali Ultimate, the rear entertainment system does not have any apps, just HDMI-1 and HDMI-2.... Any idea whats up with that? Am i missing something?

[@rawhenrnh]

Which Mexican cartel you work for ?

[@rawhenrnh]

Which Mexican cartel you work for ?

[@sarafraser2515]

Describing the volume of all the compartments using food really speaks to me 😂

[@goodfellatony84]

I'm sorry but this vehicle's design, fit and finish, technology, etc. does not reflect the price they are asking for it. It's crazy how inflated the car market has become. I remember in the 90s a full size GM SUV was about $25k (around $50k today's money)

[@theKiddAlways]

i remember the first gen Escalade was exactly the same as a Yukon Denali for that time. i mean GM shares alot of platforms but they were exactly the same except for the badge. they've come a long way

[@talcareyifill5937]

Making me feel to trade in my gmc terrain

[@daviousking3828]

Why are there lights flashing on the steering wheel? Great review

[@chrisgelo1425]

Apparently, the camera can pick up the infaraed sensors inside the steering wheel built I for the GM Super Cruise feature.

[@RaitisRides]

It’s just how the camera is picking it up

[@jrod237]

“The Bose Sound System in the freakin headrest!” lol

[@RaitisRides]

Head banging!

[@denvernuggets007]

❤my V8 Denali 😊

[@MarkR973]

Lovin it.. prefer this over the Defender... will be looking in person soon and I'm thinking either a buy this year or early 2025 .. but also lovin the 2025 Tahoe high country

[@mitchellpritsker448]

The GMC Yukon, Chevy Tahoe and the Chevy Suburban and also the Cadillac Escalade the good old, naturally aspirated V-8 under the hood with a 10 speed automatic transmission. And also GM’s super cruise is the best in the business!

[@timq9425]

I was debating between Escalade and the Ultimate. Went with the Ultimate. But prices are more like $120k for all options Escalade and $100k for Ultimate.

[@mattmiller2419]

As a 2024 rst tahoe owner here are my thoughts. I don't love the rims. Mine look better. I'm super jelly of the black chrome. Personally, don't think the extra power from the 8.2 is worth it for the mpg sacrifice unless you are pulling a big boat. GM has done a great job with the powertrain and I drive all over Texas at 85 plus comfortably and get up to speed easily in the 5.3. my Tahoe RST with the lux package has all the bells and whistles I want for 73k. The interior is definitely nicer than mine but not 20k nicer. pockets and storage are identical. Same sound system. You are paying 20k for the air and magna ride and the big engine. I'd drive both because the ride is luxurious in my Tahoe but I'm sure would be better with the two suspension upgrades. Personally, I chose the 5.3 because no other car remotely this size averages 21 mpg driving all over Texas. I love it.

[@mrxxclusivxx5818]

I wish theres a review how the car looks at night to see how bright the backup cameras looks.

[@HoangNguyen-gy1ll]

Jo's best comment in the automotive world of the year: They spent too much money, and now you hear the ambulance sirens because someone may have a heart attack 😅

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the laughs and the cars with you!

[@brooklynbandit6788]

Nice truck !

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you approve!

[@richardtorres2606]

Can you do a video of the new 2024 GMC Acadia Denali

[@ginolopresti2997]

I love the brown interior but i not to fond of the black. Can u get this in white interior

[@HenryRoss-wu4lo]

GMC WHIPS ❤@THESE.

[@kickstand801]

Yukon Denali Ultimate interior is WAY better than the Cadillac. What a sexy beast!!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that yo think so.

[@GamingWithEXIXIS]

Where is the refresh. When is the reveal

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

I love the screen fitting nicely into the dash. GMC will likely sell all they can make. Thanks Joe.

[@baroneleve1196]

Definitely needs a Large wide screen. For almost a hundred grand, a large screen is a must. That tiny screen is dated.

[@Torch4Life]

Very, my Canyon's is bigger.

[@marnette73]

What's the flashing on the steering wheel?

[@K3nn9n]

That's for the super cruise

[@marnette73]

@@K3nn9n thanks

[@HoangLe-nw4xg]

thanks

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@Torch4Life]

Beautiful truck but LT4 would be popular w/the Ultimate crowd.

[@davidsandoval4437]

Those rims look peculiar

[@RaitisRides]

In a good way?

[@nikoleigraham8747]

do the front lights look a lot like the ford F150 or is it just me?

[@RaitisRides]

I think it may be just you!

[@davidp2888]

The color is doing it for me.

[@RaitisRides]

I totally get that David!

[@blakerh]

I would love to see a review of a 2024 Honda Ridgeline Black Edition in Pearl White!

[@RaitisRides]

Stay tuned!

[@mehdimogharari8815]

I would take both of them

[@josegutierrez3486]

Beautiful truck

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you like it!

[@user-df2op8bz8z]

I love the Ultimate but everyone I looked at was just over one hundred. I never saw one close to the 93 price range. I could not justify paying over 100,000 for a GMC.

[@user-wg5xp2vl2p]

Nice full size SUV .

[@JogBird]

$93k ... i bet the profit margin is at least $40k

[@RaitisRides]

You think so?

[@robertwalker8160]

The problem with the Big SUV's from GM is the seats. The bottom seat is way too short for a bigger person. What SUV at $100K and over does not have seat extensions. All other manufactures do! Come on GM. Also the bottom door panels need to be soft touch as well for $100K! Getting there but needs improvements!

[@craighoward4446]

I love this SUV

[@2006gtobob]

I have a few dings against this series of SUV's from GM. 1. The dashboard materials. For my entire life, I'm 52, this has been the biggest shortcoming of GM. To this day, I am dumbfounded by their inability to get it right. All the way. Honda usually does and at a MUCH lower price point. 2. The new suspension system, while it improves ride quality, makes them look like they're all on their tippy toes and unstable. The wheel offsets don't help with the look. 3. AFM. Enough said.

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for listing out those great points

[@edwarddejong8025]

Lake Tahoe area is full of Tahoes and Yukons. They seem to have grown in size over time. A monster SUV. The dark chrome is a huge improvement. Raiti is correct that old style chrome is tacky at this point. The electric dropping running boards are rather important in a car this high. Fabulous brown interior. Very elegant living room style. $93k, ouch. Buying a new car is becoming the exclusive territory of the upper middle class. The middle class is being priced out. People in other countries are so jealous of these gigantic cars, that they don't get to have. It is the modern land yacht; we moved upwards instead of lengthwise, although frankly i prefer the super long Thunderbird and Caddilacs of 1959 onward.

[@RaitisRides]

Things keep getting bigger and bigger!