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2022 GMC Yukon XL 1500 review

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GMC Yukon XL 1500 highlights

Customer rating

Mileage (EPA estimate)

14 city, 19 highway, 16 combined

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What is new for the 2022 GMC Yukon XL 1500?

  • Enhanced safety features now include automatic emergency braking and lane departure warning.
  • New infotainment system with larger touchscreen and improved connectivity options.
  • Standard all-wheel drive available on select models for improved performance in various conditions.
  • Optional advanced driver assistance package now includes adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring.
  • Significant upgrade to fuel efficiency ratings across the range.

2022 GMC Yukon XL 1500 trims

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SLE:

  • 277-hp, 460-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
  • 355-hp, 383-lb-ft of torque 5.3L
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Cruise Control
  • Cloth Seats
  • Power Seats
  • Power Mirrors
  • Traction Control
  • Side Airbags
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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

3
Average

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.

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GMC Yukon XL 1500 features and specs

SLT 4D Sport Utility 2WD

Standard Features

  • Side Airbags
  • Leather Seats
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • ABS Brakes
  • Third Row Seat
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Rear Defroster
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Cruise Control
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Remote Start
  • Traction Control
  • Rear View Camera
  • Fold-Away Third Row
  • Power Mirrors
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Tow Hitch
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • Running Boards
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Turbo Diesel Engine
  • BOSE Sound System
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Adjustable Suspension
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Power Folding Third Row
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Power Mirrors
  • Heated Mirrors
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Rear Entertainment System

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

277

Torque (ft-lbs)

460

Engine type

Turbo Diesel

Fuel capacity

28

Wheelbase

134.1"

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

275/60R20

Rear tires

275/60R20

Seating capacity

8

Max towing capacity

780/8300 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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