If you want heavy-duty and luxury in the same SUV, the GMC Yukon or Yukon XL is what you’re looking for. This full-size SUV delivers all of the high-tech safety features, cargo handling, and towing capabilities you need for an active and growing family or if you love traveling and DIY projects.

GMC Yukon Interior Cargo & Passenger Room 

The main difference between the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL is the cargo room in the back, but you also get a few extra inches of legroom for third-row passenger seats. With seating up to eight or nine people, depending on the front seat configuration, the GMC Yukon maximizes interior comfort and space to enhance every drive.

At the base trim for the Yukon, your interior dimensions look like this:

• Leg room for the 1st/2nd/3rd row: 44.5/42/34.9 inches
• Cargo volume behind 1st/2nd/3rd row: 122.9/72.6/25.5 cubic feet

Upgrading to a Yukon XL, your interior dimensions are this:

• Leg room for the 1st/2nd/3rd row: 44.5/42/36.7 inches
• Cargo volume behind 1st/2nd/3rd row: 144.9/93.8/41.5 cubic feet

We’ve highlighted the main differences between the Yukon and Yukon XL versions. You get an extra 16 cubic feet of cargo room behind the third row and 22 cubic feet more of overall space, plus two more inches of legroom for the third-row passengers.

Transporting a long-legged basketball team or have a large Labrador as a furry family member? This SUV is perfect for you.

Engines and Engine Performance of the GMC Yukon

As you might expect, with bigger cargo volumes come larger and more capable engines.

The GMC Yukon has three engine options, each delivering power when you need it most.

5.3L V8 Engine: Standard on AT4, SLT, and SLE Trims

This massive powerplant is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission that switches gears effortlessly for optimal power.

• 355 horsepower
• 383 lb-ft of torque
• 15/20 city/highway mpg
• Direct injection
• Variable timing

6.2L V8 Engine: Standard on Denali and Denali Ultimate

This bigger engine, also with a 10-speed automatic transmission, comes as an option on the AT4 trim while giving you more power for driving on hills or heavy-duty tasks.

• 420 horsepower
• 460 lb-ft of torque
• 14/20 city/highway mpg
• Direct injection
• Variable timing

3.0L Duramax Turbodiesel Engine: Available on SLT, SLE, Denali, and Denali Ultimate

• 277 horsepower
• 460 lb-ft of torque
• 756 miles of range with a Yukon XL’s 28-gallon tank and 27 highway mpg on 2WD
• 5-year, 100,000-mile limited warranty, whichever comes first

Because of the larger engines and greater torque, you can tow more weight when you invest in a GMC Yukon or Yukon XL.

Towing Capacity of the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL

The Max Trailering Package allows you to tow up to 8,400 pounds. 

Get ready to tow:

• Larger camper for family outings
• Lightweight motorboat for the lake
• Utility trailer for big projects
• Livestock trailer for four cattle
• Another vehicle, even a large SUV or pickup truck
• Two to four ATVs
• Two to four jet skis
• A pontoon boat
• Two motorcycles
• Medium-sized travel trailer.

This is what you get with the Max Trailering Package to accomplish these feats of cargo-hauling strength:

• Hitch Guidance With Hitch View
• In-Vehicle Trailering App
• Trailer Side Blind Zone Alert (Not Available on SLE)
• Trailer Camera Provisions
• Trailering Assist Guidelines
• Auxiliary Trailer Camera
• Available on Denali Ultimate, Denali and AT4

Travel Off-Road in a Rugged GMC Yukon Denali, Denali Ultimate, and AT4!

An SUV that travels off-road? Yeah, right! Well, that’s exactly what you get with available features on three Yukon trims.

For the first time in an SUV, you’ll see four-corner air ride adaptive suspension to deliver a comfortable ride. It automatically adapts to driving conditions. It raises the vehicle by 2 inches to increase ground clearance.

4WD models let you choose among Sport, Off-Road, and Tow/Haul modes so the computer knows how to distribute power among the four wheels. You’ll get extra traction and handling when you need it.

The Active Response 4WD system adapts quickly to changing conditions, such as mud, snow, and ice. You’ll improve traction on the fly.

Activate hill descent control to provide antilock braking when traveling downhill. If you need to hit the brakes suddenly, know that you’ll be in good hands with this braking system.

Test Drive a GMC Yukon or Yukon XL in Springfield, Missouri

Ready to test drive one of the most rugged SUVs on the planet? Schedule a test drive with our team at your convenience. This SUV is perfect for active and growing families and people who love to travel and work on DIY projects.

If you have any questions, please contact us or call (417) 866-6611 for more information. If you loved this vehicle after a test drive, apply for financing to jumpstart the car-buying process. We’re happy to help in any way we can!