We’ve already learned all about the new 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban and those models’ more premium cousins, the 2021 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL. However, there’s one interesting new feature available for these GM SUVs that hasn’t been covered in detail yet.
General Motors‘ new line of full-size SUVs will feature an available power-sliding center console, which is the first motorized vehicle console of its type. It can slide forward and back up to 10 inches, with different positions serving different purposes. For example, sliding it all the way rearward moves the console cupholders into the second row, allowing back-seat passengers to access them. It also features a sliding top section, which can extend to serve as an armrest even when the console is slid all the way rearward.
The electrically-powered console, which is large enough to hold four gallons of milk in one configuration, also has a hidden compartment inside for storing valuables or other items one might prefer to have out of sight. The button to operate the console is located just above the GM SUVs’ rearview mirror.
Unfortunately, not all versions of GM’s new full-size SUVs will be offered with the power-sliding center console. The feature is part of the Deluxe package for the Chevrolet Tahoe High Country and Suburban High Country, which also adds Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control, a power panoramic sunroof, a Max Trailering package, power-retractable assist steps with perimeter lighting and the Air Ride Adaptive Suspension.
The motorized console is also available as a standalone option in SLT, AT4 and Denali variants of the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL, although it requires some other extra features and packages beforehand, depending on the trim.
It’s understood this power-sliding center console will not appear in the 2021 Cadillac Escalade. The luxury SUV features a different console than the Tahoe/Suburban and Yukon/Yukon XL, which appears narrower and forms a more uniform fit with the Escalade’s sculpted dashboard. This represents a departure from the previous generation of full-size GM SUVs, when the Escalade featured a boxy console that was very similar to the ones found in its Chevrolet and GMC stablemates.
You can see the GM SUVs’ power-sliding center console in action in the video embedded below.
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Comments
Pretty cool. Love the two stage system so neither the front doesn’t have to sacrifice an arm rest. The lower storage tray is nice to secure items as well. Very cool feature I bet a lot of luxury brands will copy down the road
What’s the Point of even revealing the Tahoe/Suburban and the Yukon on different dates if they’re pretty much going to have the same class innovative features. Literally happened to the Sierra and Silverado too
Strange that the Escalade won’t carry this. I feel that it’s a misstep for GM. It should carry all the bonus features of the lesser trucks, then some.
People complained for decades they need more differentiation. The more they get, the more people complain when not every truck gets every option.
– Yukon Denalis can cost almost as much as an Escalade and the average income of their buyers is far higher than the Escalade.
Not really sure why you’re getting spammed with thumb down.
Usually that’s how it should go. Chevy, should be the bare bones level with maybe a fixed center console, z71 trim, etc. LTZ being the highest trim with leather interior and maybe a pano sun roof.
GMC mid tier with more engine choices, the “exclusive” moving center console, rear vision mirror, AT4, some premium details, a different dash, and Denali Trim which is meant to be a cheaper alternative to the Escalade . And better customer service at dealerships
Then you have the Escalade, should have top of the line engine, even a supercharged engine to win over Land Rover SVR/Audi RS/Benz AMG types, have the premium interior with a 1st class infotainment system and layout. As well with the premium dealership service experience.
I know I will get downvoted fast, but those who do most likely failed their marketing courses in school as product placement promotion and price really move a brand
It doesn’t bother me. It just seems that it should have that. It is a preference. I get some people don’t like it. Besides anything you say that isn’t blowing smoke up Gm’s butt some people on here like Mike think it is complaining. It is far from it.
I also don’t like the fact that it’s on the Chevy. That should be unique to the Denali.
Will this one carry a refrigerated console like the ‘Slade? If not… I’d gladly take the refrigerator over this feature
I like it. Could be really useful.
Off the SUV topic – Camaro’s. I would sure like to see the Camaro trunk opening cut down in the back end to enlarge the access area. Can’t get a suitcase in it. Hard to use. Make it a better commuter vehicle also. More useful.
Make it a hatchback to make it more useful.
wonder how much this will add to trade value my guess $0
So I have a high country 2021 tahoe but my console doesn’t do this? Why is that?
re-read the post it requires option packages a heavy duty tow package ridiculous
Wow that’s ridiculous. We paid 80k for this thing
they were trying to get 85k out of you