2008 GMC Yukon

SRP (base): $36,245Engine: 4.6-liter, 16-valve OHV Vortec V8Horsepower: 295 horespower @ 5,600 rpmTorque: 305 lb-ft @ 4,800 rpmMPG: City: 14; Highway: 19

The GMC Yukon has its rivets welded to a third generation, lengthened wheelbase, GMT900 platform and can be equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD), although the entry model features a rear-wheel drive setup. The suspension finds its bearings in the coil-over front shocks that utilize a different composite than previous renditions and is not only lighter, but specially tuned as well. The standard engine is a 4.8-liter, 16-valve, OHV V8 Vortec production. The block, when revved to 5,600 rpm pushes out 295 horsepower and 305 lb-ft of torque @ 4,800 rpm. The freshest Yukon is equipped with the patented Active Fuel Management system, which promptly shuts off 4 cylinders when the vehicle deems their use unnecessary. Just one rung up, and on all models thereafter, is an available Flex Fuel function that allows your ride to run on Ethanol fuel. The four-wheel disc brakes and ABS put a stop to the fair acceleration, monitored by a four-speed automatic transmission -- but keep in mind that the Yukon is about as responsive as an aircraft carrier.