2012 BMW X5 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon XL
In comparing the 2012 BMW X5's and the 2012 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2012 BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2012 GMC Yukon XL has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 BMW X5's and the 2012 GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the 2012 GMC Yukon XL is a better car than the 2012 BMW X5.
2012 BMW X5 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon XL Pricing
A used 2012 BMW X5 ranges from $7,998 to $16,992 while a used 2012 GMC Yukon XL is priced between $8,498 to $20,991.
2012 BMW X5 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon XL Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 BMW X5 loses 53.8 percent of its value and the 2012 GMC Yukon XL loses 46.9 percent of its value. This means the 2012 GMC Yukon XL retains 6.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 BMW X5.
2012 BMW X5 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon XL Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon XL's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 being ranked 9 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 7 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2012 BMW X5 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon XL Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 is 8.4 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon XL the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the GMC Yukon XL a slight advantage in reliability compared to the BMW X5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 BMW X5’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the 2012 GMC Yukon XL base engine makes 320 horsepower. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 518 miles. The Yukon XL is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 651 miles.This gives the 2012 BMW X5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 GMC Yukon XL the advantage in maximum range. The X5 uses gasoline, and the Yukon XL uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2012 BMW X5 and the 2012 GMC Yukon XL have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7998 - 16992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537963
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8498 - 20991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.468675
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.784918 / 10
Reliability:
8.354753 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Yukon XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.931437 / 10
Reliability:
8.79431 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
BMW X5 Rankings
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55 out of / 61GMC Yukon XL Rankings
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26 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2012 BMW X5 Trim Levels
xDrive35d, xDrive35i, xDrive35i Premium, xDrive35i Sport Activity, xDrive50i
2012 GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
Denali, Fleet, Fleet 2500, SLE, SLE 2500, SLT, SLT 2500
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
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 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
300 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
320 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.056 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5100 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 518 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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):
11 / 16 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
465 / 651 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
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:
Available
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:
39.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.8 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4960 lbs
Width:
86.5 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5672 lbs
Width:
79.1 inches
Height:
76.8 inches
Length:
222.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17