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Australia is about to get another MASSIVE American vehicle! Subscribe here: www.youtube.com/@therightcar?sub_confirmation=1 This is the GMC Yukon Denali, an eight seat SUV with a huge V8 engine, all-wheel drive, and heaps of standard equipment. The car is coming here via Walkinshaw, which will pull it apart and turn it from left-hand drive to right-hand drive (LHD to RHD), with the conversion actually taking a lot more than you'd think. Essentially, they remanufacture it. The model seen in this video is a pre-production prototype and the first example of the new range in RHD. And the car I drive in this review is a LHD US market version. Pricing and specs are still to be finalised but you can expect it to be more than $100K, and have HEAPS of standard kit -- including 24-inch wheels! -- 00:00 GMC Yukon Denali 00:22 Is it the right price? 01:47 What are the best alternatives? 02:57 Is it the right size? 05:13 Interior 09:10 Under the bonnet 10:11 Driving 12:46 Is it safe? 13:33 Ownership 14:20 Verdict -- ALTERNATIVES: Nissan Patrol Warrior - https://youtu.be/68knHFABzl0 Land Rover Defender V8 (110 tested, 130 review coming!) - https://youtu.be/fi53RZW62Ac Ford F-150 - https://youtu.be/S0eafh4qJ0M Chevy Silverado 1500 - https://youtu.be/KcQB6pq7ivY RAM 1500 - https://youtu.be/dW8NFsKXHBo WILDCARD OPTION - GWM Tank 500 - https://youtu.be/GHCNkFX27f0 -- I am aiming to review every new car on the market that people actually buy, to help new-car customers like you, or curious car enthusiasts (maybe also like you) get the right steer when it comes to choosing a new set of wheels. If you're looking for a car for yourself, monitoring the market and hunting for the latest info, or even if you've just bought your new car and you're looking to see what experts like me think about it, The Right Car will offer you something of value. Subscribe to The Right Car: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4ybPXbbLnfkxe7y7XKWuSQ I'm aiming to upload a review or two per week, so if you have any specific cars you want me to take a look at, please feel free to leave a comment. Any feedback on my content is welcome, and you can feel free to email me or hit me up on social media. I'm eager to see this new channel grow, and it can only do that with your support and feedback - so please let me know if there's anything you don't like, want more of, or would like to see changed. I'd love to hear from you. Follow The Right Car on social media to see what I'm up to and to ask any questions! The Right Car: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therightcar.au Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightcar.au #gmc #yukon #review

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The 2025 GMC Yukon Denali has arrived in Australia, and with it comes a behemoth of an SUV that's set to shake up the local market. This massive American vehicle boasts an eight-seat capacity, a gargantuan V8 engine, all-wheel drive, and a plethora of standard equipment. But what makes this footage truly notable is not just the car itself, but the process by which it has been brought to our shores.

The fact that Walkinshaw will be converting the left-hand drive (LHD) US market version to right-hand drive (RHD) in Australia is a significant undertaking. The conversion process involves remanufacturing the vehicle from scratch, rather than simply swapping out parts. This level of customization and attention to detail speaks volumes about the commitment that GMC and its local partners are willing to make to bring this car to Australian buyers.

The footage itself provides an exhaustive review of the Yukon Denali's features and capabilities. We see a pre-production prototype being put through its paces, with a detailed examination of its interior, underbonnet, driving dynamics, safety features, and ownership costs. The reviewer also takes the time to compare this massive SUV to several other contenders in the market, including the Nissan Patrol Warrior, Land Rover Defender V8, Ford F-150, Chevy Silverado 1500, RAM 1500, and even a wildcard option in the GWM Tank 500.

What's striking about this review is the level of detail and expertise on display. The reviewer clearly has a deep understanding of the car industry and is well-versed in the nuances of each vehicle being compared. They also seem to be genuinely enthusiastic about the Yukon Denali, highlighting its impressive standard equipment list, which includes 24-inch wheels.

The pricing and specifications for this behemoth are still to be finalized, but it's clear that it will come with a hefty price tag – likely north of $100K. However, given the level of luxury and capability on offer, it may be worth considering for those who need a vehicle that can accommodate large families or haul heavy payloads.

One of the most interesting aspects of this review is the way in which it highlights the complexities of importing vehicles from overseas. The fact that Walkinshaw must essentially remanufacture the car to meet local regulations and preferences speaks to the challenges faced by manufacturers looking to break into new markets.

Ultimately, this footage provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of high-end SUVs and the lengths that manufacturers will go to bring their products to market. Whether or not the GMC Yukon Denali is the right choice for Australian buyers remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: it's an impressive vehicle that demands attention.

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