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Summary
The GMC Yukon XL, like the Chevy Suburban, continues to be a fine choice for use as a family tow vehicle. The engines and transmissions work well and the rugged chassis gives the XL ability to travel without roads. The interior ambiance is inviting, there is plenty of room inside and enough features to please any class of buyer. If you need the seats but not max cargo or towing capacity, or the rugged 4WD system, consider vehicles like the GMC Acadia.NewCarTestDrive.com correspondent G.R. Whale reported from Los Angeles, with Sam Moses in Portland, Kirk Bell in Chicago.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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GMC Yukon XL 2WD SLE 1500 ($41,225), 4WD SLE 1500 ($44,065); 2WD SLE 2500 ($42,845), 4WD SLE 2500 ($45,685); 2WD SLT 1500 ($45,315), 4WD SLT 1500 ($48,150), 2WD SLT 2500 ($46,895), 4WD SLT 2500 ($49,740); 2WD Denali ($52,850), AWD Denali ($55,935) |
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Engines:
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5.3-liter 16-valve V8 |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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dual frontal airbags, three-row curtain side airbags with rollover sensors; LATCH child safety seat anchors, tire pressure monitor, ABS with electronic proportioning, electronic stability program with anti-rollover mitigation and traction control (StabiliTrak) |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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rear park assist, rearview camera, Side Blind Zone Alert |
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Basic Warranty:
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3 years/36,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Arlington, Texas |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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GMC Yukon XL SLT1 1500 2WD ($45,315) |
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Standard Equipment:
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leather upholstery; three-zone climate control with rear controls; front tow hooks;, front bucket seats (power driver); front center console; Bose AM/FM/MP3 stereo with 6-CD changer; rear seat audio controls and outputs; cruise control universal garage door opener; fog lights; remote engine starting; power adjustable pedals; rear park assist; driver information center; power windows, locks and mirrors; heated exterior mirrors; leather-wrapped, tilt steering wheel with audio controls; auto-dimming inside mirror; 60/40 split folding second-row bench seat; third-row 50/50 split folding seat (vinyl); automatic headlights; roof rails; side steps; locking rear differential; three power outlets; tow package with hitch, seven-pin wiring harness, two-inch receiver and electric brake control harness; OnStar assistance with one year subscription |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Sun, Entertainment, & Destination package ($4790) includes AM/FM/CD/DVD with MP3 audio, navigation, DVD rear entertainment, rearview camera, moonroof; second-row bucket seats ($590); P275/55R20 tires on polished aluminum wheels ($1,795) |
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Destination Charge:
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950 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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53440 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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310 @ 5200 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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335 @ 4400 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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14/20 |
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Wheelbase:
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130.0 |
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Length/width/height:
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222.4/79.1/76.8 |
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Track, f/r:
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68.2/67.0 |
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Turning circle:
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43.0 |
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Seating capacity:
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7 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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41.1/64.4/41.3 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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38.5/61.8/39.5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.1/49.4/34.9 |
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Cargo volume:
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137.4 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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8100 |
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Suspension, f:
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independent, coil springs, antisway bar |
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Suspension, r:
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solid axle, five-link, coil springs |
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Ground clearance:
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8.9 |
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Curb weight:
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5621 |
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Tires:
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P275/55R20 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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vented disc/vented disc with ABS and electronic brake proportioning |
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Fuel capacity:
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31.5 |
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