History/Overview
The Yukon XL has been GMC entry in the full-size SUV class since the 1990s, when it debuted as a derivative of the Chevrolet Suburban and the smaller Tahoe. Like those Chevy models, the Yukon shares its underpinnings and mechanical components with GM’s full-size pickup trucks; it also gets some high-tech bits to boost comfort and performance.
What’s New/Key Changes From Last Year
For 2022, all Yukon XL trims add lane departure warning, lane keep assist, and a digital gauge cluster as standard equipment.
Available Trims
GMC sells the Yukon XL in SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali trim levels. The first three get a 5.3L V8 engine and 10-speed transmission, while Denali uses a 6.2L V8 that you can option into the AT4. SLE and SLT come with either 2WD or 4WD, while AT4 and Denali include 4WD.
All trims but AT4 can also be had with a 3.0L turbodiesel inline six-cylinder.
Standard Features
SLE models include a limited slip differential, 18-inch wheels, all-LED exterior lighting, rain-sensing wipers, and passive keyless.
Inside, you get power-adjustable front seats, a 10.2-inch infotainment screen, digital gauges, six-speaker audio, tri-zone A/C, and smartphone integration.
Yukon’s standard safety features include forward collision mitigation, lane keep assist/departure warning, front and rear parking sensors, and automatic high beams.
SLT brings 20-inch wheels, blind spot/lane change/rear cross-traffic alerts, a hands-free tailgate, an auto-dimming mirror with integrated garage remote, and wireless phone charging.
AT4 gets a magnetic ride control suspension, auto-dimming side mirrors, all-terrain tires, a different front fascia, power steering column adjustments, power-folding second-row seats, and hill descent control.
Denali adds the 6.2L engine, chrome exterior trim, a head-up display, a 14-speaker stereo, 360-degree cameras, a power-sliding console, and rear pedestrian alert.
Key Options
An SLE pro safety package bundles rear cross-traffic alert, lane change alert, and blind spot monitoring.
SLT offers a premium pack of surround-view cameras, rear pedestrian alert, power steering column, auto-dimming driver’s side mirror, heated steering and rear seats, and a panoramic roof.
AT4’s premium and premium plus options add power side steps, head-up display, surround-view cameras, rear pedestrian alert, panoramic roof, rear-seat media system, and power side steps. Premium Plus also brings trailering equipment.
Denali can be optioned with a premium capability bundle of air suspension and upgraded 4WD. The advanced tech pack adds adaptive cruise, enhanced emergency braking, reverse automatic braking, and a digital mirror. A premium pack builds on the advanced tech package with a panoramic moonroof, power side steps, and 22-inch wheels. An ultimate pack combines those other options.
Fuel Economy
The Yukon’s diesel is rated for 11.2/8.7 L/100 km (city/highway) with RWD, and 11.7/9.0 L/100 km with 4WD.
The 5.3L V8’s ratings are 15.8/11.8 L/100 km (city/highway) and 15.9/12.4 with 4WD, and the 6.2L’s estimates are 16.3/12.7 L/100 km.
Competition
The GMC Yukon goes up against the Ford Expedition, Toyota Sequoia, and Nissan Armada. The mechanically similar Chevrolet Suburban is also worth a look.
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