GMC Denali XT Hybrid truck concept is here!
02-03-2008, 08:47 AM
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With all the focus on the XT’s unibody construction, exterior looks, and sports car interior, it’s not lacking powertrain innovation either. GM’s well conceived and executed two-mode hybrid transmission has been paired with a brand new 326-horsepower 4.9-liter direct injected small block V8 engine. No torque figures were provided.
It uses active fuel management to further improve fuel economy and can run on E85 ethanol to save gasoline. Batteries for the hybrid system are tucked away behind the rear seats above the fuel tank. It’s the first time they’ve been packaged in such a way in a GM vehicle.
GM claims the advanced propulsion system in the XT will return a remarkable 50% improvement in fuel economy over comparable midsize trucks on sale today. We estimate that puts the XT's mpg-rating around 28 to 32 miles-per-gallon.
It uses active fuel management to further improve fuel economy and can run on E85 ethanol to save gasoline. Batteries for the hybrid system are tucked away behind the rear seats above the fuel tank. It’s the first time they’ve been packaged in such a way in a GM vehicle.
GM claims the advanced propulsion system in the XT will return a remarkable 50% improvement in fuel economy over comparable midsize trucks on sale today. We estimate that puts the XT's mpg-rating around 28 to 32 miles-per-gallon.
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02-04-2008, 04:28 AM
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02-04-2008, 12:49 PM
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Sweet!
4.9L DI small block = 326 hp? Does this mean a 5.3/5.4L version could be making 350-360 hp?
I wonder what the fuel economy would be for a non hybrid version of this engine in a car-based vehicle...
As for this concept, I did the overall idea. The wheels are way too damn big (show car must-haves), the windows are too small - especially out back - to be practical, and of course the interior is show car over-the-top. But I've been thinking for a while now that a crew cab based on the El Camino / Ute could be the ticket for someone like me (who won't buy a vehicle that will net about 15 mpg and who doesn't really need the heavier duty capabilities of a full size pickup). Hence the Colorado in my sig (averaging around 19.5-20 mpg in mostly local / town driving). I like it, but would love to have found a ZQ8 truck with the manual for the more carlike ride/handling.
Of course, I'm sure this truck would be automatic-only, but at least it would be a six speed auto. Combine that with a DI 3.6L and the fuel economy could at least be decent. Even better, throw in the new 4.5L Duramax (may need a taller hood) or even the V6 turbodiesel, and hit the road.
EDIT: Looking more closely, that vehicle seems taller (especially in the hood area, where the windshield looks rather scrunched) than simply a Ute with GMC duds. I'd probably be happy with a 4 door version of the Ute (G8 ST) vs. this GMC if it kept that bodywork. I wonder how much this would weigh compared to a Crewman-type G8 with the car bodywork?
4.9L DI small block = 326 hp? Does this mean a 5.3/5.4L version could be making 350-360 hp?
I wonder what the fuel economy would be for a non hybrid version of this engine in a car-based vehicle...As for this concept, I did the overall idea.
The wheels are way too damn big (show car must-haves), the windows are too small - especially out back - to be practical, and of course the interior is show car over-the-top. But I've been thinking for a while now that a crew cab based on the El Camino / Ute could be the ticket for someone like me (who won't buy a vehicle that will net about 15 mpg and who doesn't really need the heavier duty capabilities of a full size pickup). Hence the Colorado in my sig (averaging around 19.5-20 mpg in mostly local / town driving). I like it, but would love to have found a ZQ8 truck with the manual for the more carlike ride/handling.Of course, I'm sure this truck would be automatic-only, but at least it would be a six speed auto. Combine that with a DI 3.6L and the fuel economy could at least be decent. Even better, throw in the new 4.5L Duramax (may need a taller hood) or even the V6 turbodiesel, and hit the road.
EDIT: Looking more closely, that vehicle seems taller (especially in the hood area, where the windshield looks rather scrunched) than simply a Ute with GMC duds. I'd probably be happy with a 4 door version of the Ute (G8 ST) vs. this GMC if it kept that bodywork. I wonder how much this would weigh compared to a Crewman-type G8 with the car bodywork?
Last edited by 96_Camaro_B4C; 02-04-2008 at 12:55 PM.
First impression doesn't do much for me. It might take me a while to get used to this one if that happens for me.