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From a 2015 to a 2016-2017 Denali Xl ??

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Hey guys,

As it says I have a 2015 Denali XL w/ several options. I am willing to lose the retractable steps but would love to keep adaptive cruise. Sat in a 2017 today and noticed the seats are very improved and softer. The 15 seats are harder and a big complaint of mine. I am considering moving into one of the last 2016's because of pricing or a 2017 if I can get my deal. I have a couple of warranty issues and am not looking forward to the game. Clunking steering column, clicking seat, trans clunking, slipping and delayed engagement issue. ( they said taking apart trans is fix) They were willing to give me 50K on my trade but having a hard time on a 17 with the price. Has anyone gone from the 15 to a 16 or 17 and feel it was very much worth it. I will be going up about 140 dollars a month for pretty much the same truck but new and 0 miles. My truck has one advantage, no booming issues or vibration issues. Kinda concerned I could get myself into worse trouble. Is the ride any softer on the 17? When did the seats improve are the 16's softer also? Thanks

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Hey Jim,

I did a similar move from a 2015 Tahoe LTZ to a 2017 Yukon Denali. The 2017 Denali definitely has the softer seats than the 2015 as well as a more compliant ride. They are using the same Bridgestone tires (on 22"). Neither of these had the boom/buffeting plague. I don't know if the 2017 Chevy LTZ has the softer seats/ride as I didn't drive one. A GMC Yukon Denali priced out cheaper than the LTZ?? I felt my LTZ rode like a lumber wagon...took it a few times to have them see if there was any update available to soften the MRC. Obviously, GM listened, because the 2017 is dramatically different.

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Thank you very much for the reply!! It is pretty hard to justify getting the same truck but it is a luxury truck and those couple of things are huge issues. I immediately noticed the difference in the seats when I sat in a 2017 and it lit me up. Everyone I know with this truck says it rides too hard, including me! But I didn't ask for a test ride as we weren't hitting the number at that point. I have been through the tire and vibration issues on 3 trucks in this new platform. I am well versed in it and it is the tires because Michelin Defenders solve the issue in a BIG way. My new chrome snowflakes w/ Michelin's will not be on for the trade as they will go on the new ride. Now I am really motivated to experience the ride and make a 2017 happen. Yes, I have seen LTZ's at Denali prices but for me, the 6.2 is a BIG must have! I actually get better mileage with my 6.2 that my last 2 5.3's. I couldn't believe it but it is so, and it tows great w/ the 8 speed. Your feedback is greatly appreciated and has motivated me. Thank you.

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Well I ordered a truck and it's in production this week. Pretty concerned about the buffeting, booming issues some have. My Denali has none and no vibrations. So a long test drive will be important. Sat in a '17 today and there is no doubt the seats are much more comfortable and softer. Big gamble they will do the deal once it gets here but I can stay in my truck if I have to. I will weigh doing Katskin seat covers up front and new springs and shocks up front against the deal. Those are my two big complaints along with a confused trans that is being dealt with presently at dealer. Anyone else that can comment on the ride of the '17??? I actually asked the dealer to check that my mag shocks are working properly. Ride is harsh.

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Drove the 2017 Denali XL today. Seats are more comfortable and the ride is very improved. Trans shifted great and there is apple car play. Those are the advantages from a 15 to a 17 as best I can see. My build is in Texas on it's way to Fla. Hope the deal works because it did ride very nice.

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16's have apple car play!

 

Yes they do! But the 16 deals are over here in Fla and none left! I did see Texas still has 16's, don't know if they still have 20% off sticker??

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