2012 GMC Yukon review
GMC Yukon highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
13 city, 18 highway, 15 combined
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What is new for the 2012 GMC Yukon?
- Yukon trims have been upgraded with Blind Spot Monitor as standard equipment this year.
- The SLT trim now comes with Front Seat Heaters as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the GMC Yukon an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks GMC Yukon 9th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.
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Base 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
- Alloy Wheels
- Bluetooth Technology
- Full Roof Rack
- Parking Sensors
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Vinyl Seats
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
5.3L
Horsepower
320
Torque (ft-lbs)
335
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
26
Wheelbase
116"
Overall length
202"
Width
79"
Height
76.9"
Leg room
F 41.3"/M 39"/R 25.6"
Head room
F 40.3"/M 39.2"/R 37.9"
Front tires
P265/70R17
Rear tires
P265/70R17
Seating capacity
9
Max towing capacity
825/5500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 GMC Yukon FAQ
The 2012 GMC Yukon is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base: 15 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Denali: 14 MPG City and 18 MPG Highway
- SLE: 15 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- SLT: 15 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
The GMC Yukon received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the GMC Yukon as 8 out of 16 among Fullsize SUV
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The 2012 GMC Yukon has a maximum towing capacity of between 5200 and 8300 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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