2026 GMC Yukon XL 1500 review
GMC Yukon XL 1500 highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
14 city, 18 highway, 16 combined
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the GMC Yukon XL 1500 an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks GMC Yukon XL 1500 14th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.
RepairPal reports that the average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a GMC Yukon XL 1500 is $652, compared to an average of $608 for Fullsize SUVs and $591 for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
According to RepairPal, GMC Yukon XL 1500 owners bring their vehicles into a repair shop for unscheduled repairs an average of 1.6 times per year, compared to an average of 1.4 times for Fullsize SUVs and 1.3 times for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
RepairPal reported that the probability of a repair being a severe or major issue is 20% for the GMC Yukon XL 1500, compared to an average of 18% for Fullsize SUVs and 14% for all the vehicles RepairPal considered in its dataset.
GMC Yukon XL 1500 features and specs
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Denali 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Folding Third Row
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Turbo Diesel Engine
- Full Roof Rack
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Quad Seats
- Rear Entertainment System
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.0L
Horsepower
305
Torque (ft-lbs)
495
Engine type
Turbo Diesel
Fuel capacity
28
Wheelbase
134"
Overall length
225.2"
Width
81"
Height
76.5"
Leg room
F 44.5"/M 42"/R 36.7"
Head room
F 42.3"/M 38.9"/R 38.2"
Front tires
275/60R20SL
Rear tires
275/60R20SL
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
750/8000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2026 GMC Yukon XL 1500 FAQ
The 2026 GMC Yukon XL 1500 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- AT4: 15 MPG City and 19 MPG Highway
- AT4 Ultimate: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- Denali Ultimate: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- Denali: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- Elevation: 15 MPG City and 19 MPG Highway
The GMC Yukon XL 1500 received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the GMC Yukon XL 1500 as 13 out of 16 among Fullsize SUV
The 2026 GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 7800 and 8200 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2026 GMC Yukon XL 1500:
- Seat Massagers
- Full Roof Rack
- Rear Entertainment System
- Sunroof(s)
- Parking Sensors
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