This year marks a significant milestone for GMC as it celebrates 25 years of Denali, the premium trim level that has redefined luxury and capability in trucks and SUVs. Since its debut in 1999 with the GMC Yukon Denali, the brand has sold over 2 million vehicles in the U.S., with Denali accounting for more than 30% of GMC’s retail sales in 2024 alone.
A Quarter Century of Denali Excellence
Named after North America’s tallest peak, Denali has become synonymous with luxury, technology, and performance. Its reputation is so strong that many customers simply refer to their vehicles as “a Denali.” The trim level now spans GMC’s lineup, from the compact Terrain SUV to the full-size Sierra HD truck.
In 2022, GMC elevated the Denali experience further with the Denali Ultimate trim, featuring even more luxurious appointments and cutting-edge technology on models like the Sierra and Yukon. This commitment to innovation continues with the 2024 Sierra EV Denali, a groundbreaking electric truck that sets a new benchmark for premium capability in the EV market.
Global Appeal and Growing Presence
Denali’s success extends far beyond North America, with strong sales in global markets such as Korea, Mexico, and the Middle East. GMC is also preparing to introduce the Yukon Denali to China, Australia, and New Zealand in 2025, further expanding its international footprint.
Limited Edition 25th Anniversary Yukon Package
To commemorate this milestone, GMC is offering a limited-edition 25th Anniversary Denali Package for the Yukon SUV. Available in Denali and Denali Ultimate trims, production is limited to fewer than 3,000 units globally.
Key features include:
- Black 24-inch wheels with black center caps
- Black mesh grille and illuminated GMC emblem
- Black nameplates, badging, and mirror caps
Denali: Driving GMC’s Success
Denali remains a cornerstone of GMC’s growth and innovation. The 2 millionth Denali vehicle, an Onyx Black 2024 Sierra 2500 Crew Cab Denali, was sold this year in Austin, Texas.
“Denali represents the pinnacle of GMC’s ‘Professional Grade’ ethos,” said Jaclyn McQuaid, Global Vice President of Buick GMC. “With its premium design, luxurious features, advanced tech, and unmatched capability, Denali continues to resonate with customers in the U.S. and globally. And with the Sierra EV Denali, we’re pushing the brand forward into an exciting new era of electrification.”
Summary
- Debut: 1999 with the GMC Yukon Denali
- Milestone: Over 2 million vehicles sold in the U.S.
- Anniversary Edition: Limited 25th Anniversary Yukon Package with exclusive blacked-out features
- Future: Launching Yukon Denali in China, Australia, and New Zealand in 2025
Source: GMC
This article was crafted with assistance from Chatgpt
