The 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid has been described as “impressive”, “stunning” and “magnificent” by both reviewers and owners. They’re not talking about the Yukon Hybrid’s performance, amenities or looks, even though all are average or above. They’re talking, instead, about the fuel economy figures they see with this hefty hybrid. Both of GM’s 2009 full-size SUV hybrid models, Yukon and Tahoe, feature the innovative, 2-mode hybrid method, introduced in 2008. Combined with GM’s active fuel management technologies and a distinctive late-intake valve opening method, the pc-modulated 2-mode electronic variable transmission (EVT) technologies translates into real savings at the pump. Considering that its ‘08 debut, the GMC Yukon Hybrid has boosted gas mileage practically 30% compared with non-hybrid Yukon models. EPA estimates of 21 mpg/city and 22 mpg/hwy for the 2WD Yukon Hybrid and 20/20 for the 4WD model are, indeed, impressive.


A comprehensive list of regular amenities comes with the ’09 GMC Yukon Hybrid, including 8 passenger seating, leather 6-way adjustable front power seats and a sound-system-integrated GPS with back-up camera. In addition, the Yukon Hybrid capabilities 6000- to 6200-pounds of towing capacity, anti-lock brakes and stability control.

With its 2-mode EVT method, a bit of aerodynamic tweaking and a 350lb-plus weight reduction in the wheels, body and cabin, however still weighing in at almost 5300-pounds, the 2009 GMC Yukon Hybrid is both large and “green”.

Beginning at ,945 for the 2WD ’09 Yukon Hybrid, and some ,810 more for the 4WD, large and “green” is also pricy.

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