2011 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2011 Lexus RX 350
When comparing the 2011 GMC Yukon XL's and the 2011 Lexus RX 350's specifications and ratings, the 2011 GMC Yukon XL has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. The 2011 Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2011 GMC Yukon XL's and the 2011 Lexus RX 350's specifications and ratings, the 2011 Lexus RX 350 is a better car than the 2011 GMC Yukon XL.
2011 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2011 Lexus RX 350 Pricing
A used 2011 GMC Yukon XL ranges from $7,496 to $19,961 while a used 2011 Lexus RX 350 is priced between $10,340 to $20,720.
2011 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2011 Lexus RX 350 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2011 GMC Yukon XL loses 46.9 percent of its value and the 2011 Lexus RX 350 loses 34.7 percent of its value. This means the 2011 Lexus RX 350 retains 12.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2011 GMC Yukon XL.
2011 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2011 Lexus RX 350 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Yukon XL is 7.9 out of 10 while the Lexus RX 350's quality rating is 9.2 out of 10. This results in the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 7 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 2 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs.
2011 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2011 Lexus RX 350 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Yukon XL is 8.8 out of 10. For the Lexus RX 350 the reliability rating is 9.0 out of 10. This gives the Lexus RX 350 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Yukon XL.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2011 GMC Yukon XL’s base engine makes 320 horsepower, and the 2011 Lexus RX 350 base engine makes 275 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2011 Lexus RX 350 has higher safety ratings than the 2011 GMC Yukon XL, with an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
7496 - 19961
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468675
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10340 - 20720
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.346895
GMC Yukon XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.931437 / 10
Reliability:
8.79431 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Lexus RX 350 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.167888 / 10
Reliability:
9.043663 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
GMC Yukon XL Rankings
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26 out of / 30Lexus RX 350 Rankings
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60 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2011 GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
Denali, Fleet, Fleet 2500, SLE, SLE 2500, SLT, SLT 2500
2011 Lexus RX 350 Trim Levels
Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.46 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
320 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5100 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
257 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4, AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
346 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
45.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
137.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Cargo Space:
40 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
139.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5784 lbs
Width:
79.1 inches
Height:
76.8 inches
Length:
222.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
74.2 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
107.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18