GMC introduces a new member of the 2019 team. The Yukon Graphite Edition has a dimmed and shaded exterior theme while the Graphite Performance Edition is more performance oriented.
Graphite Edition
Styling includes 22-inch wheels with Carbon Flash Metallic insert, black steps with glossy black accents, black chrome grille and fog lamps. Roof rails, seat belts and some trim details are also blacked out.
The 2019 GMC Yukon Graphite Performance Edition has 22-inch, six-spoke, glossy black wheels.
Graphite Performance Edition
This special package includes the aforementioned styling cues but adds a 6.2-liter V8 engine mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission. Inside, a multicolor heads-up display, navigation and an eight-inch color infotainment screen.
Power and performance
The 6.2-liter V8, complete with direct injection and active fuel management, puts out 420 horses and 460 lb-ft of torque. The Yukon Graphite Performance Edition includes Magnetic Ride Control, which uses road-reading sensors to change the damping rate accordingly. Also added is a trailer brake controller, a 170 amp alternator and a high quality air filter.
Pricing and Availability
The Graphite Edition is only available in SLT trim, but can be used on both Yukon and Yukon XL. Three colors are available: Onyx Black, White Frost Tricoat and Dark Sky Metallic. Expect the release of the Graphite Edition this summer.
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