We were treated to the debut of the all-new 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe earlier this month, but we have yet to see its corporate cousin, the 2021 GMC Yukon, officially drop cover. Now, however, we’re getting a preview of things to come thanks to this latest rendering image.
The origin of the rendering is a bit mysterious, as it popped into our inbox completely anonymously. However, it’s the most realistic rendering of the new GMC Yukon we’ve seen yet. We’ve previously seen the 2021 GMC Yukon in prototype form conducting some real-world testing, but those models came draped in some rather extensive exterior camo.
The 2021 GMC Yukon is set to receive a complete overhaul, down to an all-new platform, with the GM T1 vehicle architecture providing the bones. The new Yukon will also get new exterior and interior designs as well, with “exception attention to detail,” as we covered previously. This attention to detail will help to set the Yukon apart from the other full-size GM SUVs on the block, even more so than in the past.
The 2021 GMC Yukon will also feature a rising rear window line, similar to the current GMC Terrain, GMC Acadia, and GMC Canyon, plus the all-new GMC Sierra 1500 and Sierra HD. This styling feature is seen in the rendering featured above. We also see a new fascia, grille, and headlamps, all of which were spotted previously on prototype models. Out back, we expect quad exhaust pipes. The new style will more closely align the 2021 GMC Yukon with the rest of the GMC stable.
Also look for new infotainment features and a new independent rear suspension. The new Yukon will be part of GM’s complete full-sizer overhaul planned for the 2021 model year.
The 2021 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL are expected to be revealed at a media event January 14th in Vail, Colorado. As always, we’ll cover the debut in-depth, so stay tuned, and make sure to subscribe to GM Authority for more GMC Yukon news, GMC news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
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Going to be a sharp looking SUV. Looking back at the spy shots of the Yukon SLT and the Yukon Denali – has anyone else noticed they appear to have a different dash design? The SLT looks to have the same layout as the Tahoe with the Navigation screen sticking out slightly above the dash…while the Denali version lacks the screen. The side view of the Denali almost looks to have a dash design closer to the Escalade than the Tahoe. I am wondering if anyone on the inside has seen any mock ups of the two trims. GM has publicly stated they spent money to make the trucks look different on the inside. This would be a huge win for the Denali trim if it has a different design than the regular Yukon…especially since the Denali trim sells in such high numbers. Fingers crossed.
The problem with GM’s full size SUV is that they look old as it’s difficult to think that this is the same company that designed and built the new C8 Corvette; just as C8 Corvette engineers bought a Ferrari to tear down, Chevrolet Yukon engineers should have considered tearing down something like the Porsche Macan before going into their CAD/CAM lab.
The C8 looks like an 80s Exotic, is has many unfinished and un-finessed surfaces. All of GM’s recent designs are horrible save for Buick, and i am starting to thing that is because of the Opel Designers GM got rid of! biggest problem is the urge to make them angular and boxy!
@Roadkill @omegatalon Wow you two are the biggest idiots I have seen comment such Bs about the new suv and corvette, I disagree and many others as well. I believe that they are beautiful and exquisite cars that will be a bang for many. All I got to say to the two of you is, ok boomers!
I am very far from being a boomer, but that is a very disrespectful term and I wish it would go away.
Older people should be treated with respect even if their ideas aren’t always right.
Nock the childless Bull $hit off… it’s not the school yard…
While everyone is entitle to his/her own opinion, I too agree that those first two comments are very pathetic. I personally love the look of the Suburban/Tahoe suvs.
These new GM full-sizers, are not meant to compete with any Porsche Macan or any of those types of compact suvs. Hence these are luxury haulers, and they are well designed for what the hell they’re meant to do.
What’s with the “rising rear window line similar to the Terrain”? I don’t see a rising rear window line. I see the same little upturn that Tahoe and Escalade have. I don’t think it’s enough to call a “rising rear window line”.
I think the Sierra looks a little too pug-nosed with the oversized grille, but it seems to be much better proportioned here. The GMC may again be the Goldilocks of the Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade trio.
Good looking suv’s. Strong and confident styling leaves the likes at Ford looking to copy some of GMC’s features. Good job, GM. Now, if you could give us a compact or sub compact car to drive, some of us wouldn’t have to drive crappy Hyundai products.
It don look good
Honestly, I think the newer models will look so much better than its previous model. I mean, look at the Tahoe/Suburban!! Except to me, the back of the Tahoe/Suburban looks a little like the Ford Ranger. It still looks good.
Please don’t raise hate towards my comment. I get that a lot just because of my opinion