2015 GMC Yukon review
GMC Yukon highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Seating for up to nine
- Quiet on the highway
- Great towing capacity
Cons
- Mediocre storage room
- Third row lacks leg room
- Tough to maneuver in tight spaces
Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 21 highway, 17 combined
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GMC Yukon is a luxury-lite SUV
The 2015 GMC Yukon was fully redesigned and is a solid choice for shoppers looking for a three-row SUV with stout towing capabilities. With available seating for up to nine and, when properly equipped, towing capacity that exceeds 8,000 pounds, the Yukon is a do-it-all truck-based luxury-lite SUV. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories. The GMC is sandwiched between its corporate cousins, the Chevrolet Tahoe and Cadillac Escalade.
But for all its available seats and towing prowess, the Yukon comes with a few flaws. Its cargo capacity is lacking compared to many crossover SUVs and even to some of its truck-based SUV competition, thanks to a high-load floor. Its handling is also distinctly truck-like; so those who don't need all the brawn the Yukon has to offer might be better off looking for a crossover instead.
If a tow-ready SUV is required, the Toyota Sequoia and Ford Expedition remain dependable alternatives because of their roomier third rows. The Yukon, despite its redesign, does not have an adult-friendly third row.
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What is new for the 2015 GMC Yukon?
- Yukon trims have been upgraded with Fold-Away Third Row, Lane Departure Warning, Power Folding Third Row, Smart Key, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Cruise Control, Head Up Display, and Blu-ray Video System features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SLE trim now comes with Full Roof Rack as standard equipment.
- The SLT trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel, A/C Seat(s), Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Seat Heaters, Full Roof Rack, and Power Hatch/Deck Lid as standard equipment.
What We Like
Utility: You can get a Yukon with four-wheel drive, room for nine passengers and, when properly equipped, towing capacity that exceeds 8,000 pounds.
This is an incredibly capable SUV. That utility is accessible no matter which powertrain your Yukon comes with, though getting the upgrade 6.2-liter V8 makes for a smoother drive thanks to the improved transmission.Interior: The Yukon has high-quality materials throughout the interior and is a notable improvement on previous generations. It's easy to read the gauge clusters and the large, central infotainment cluster is a breeze to navigate. Smartphone integration is standard, which is also new for this year.
Performance: Both V8 engines are plenty powerful and generate more than 350-horsepower while also providing quiet highway rides. Fuel efficiency is expectedly low but is respectable compared to the competition, earning 18 miles combined per gallon according to the EPA.
What Needs Improvement
Cargo Capacity: Many crossovers, and even other three-row SUVs like the Expedition and Sequoia, have better cargo capacity than the Yukon. The 2015 redesign included a new third-row seat that folds into the floor, a notable improvement for the new generation, but one that costs some storage capacity.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
3.9 out of 5
9 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 4 |
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| 4 Stars | 3 |
| 3 Stars | 0 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
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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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
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Folding Third Row
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Automated Cruise Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cruise Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Leather Seats
- Rear Entertainment System
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
6.2L
Horsepower
420
Torque (ft-lbs)
460
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
26
Wheelbase
116"
Overall length
203.9"
Width
80.5"
Height
74.4"
Leg room
F 45.3"/M 39"/R 24.8"
Head room
F 42.8"/M 38.7"/R 38.1"
Front tires
P275/55R20
Rear tires
P275/55R20
Seating capacity
8
Max towing capacity
840/8400 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2015 GMC Yukon FAQ
The 2015 GMC Yukon is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Denali: 15 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- SLE: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SLT: 16 MPG City and 23 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
The 2015 GMC Yukon has received an average 3.9 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2015 GMC Yukon, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2015 GMC Yukon Reviews.
The 2015 GMC Yukon has a maximum towing capacity of between 6300 and 8400 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 2015 GMC Yukon:
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Folding Third Row
- Smart Key
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Apple CarPlay
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