2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
When we compare the 2012 Toyota Sequoia's and the 2012 GMC Yukon's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Toyota Sequoia has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2012 GMC Yukon has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Toyota Sequoia's and the 2012 GMC Yukon's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Toyota Sequoia is a better car than the 2012 GMC Yukon.
2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Pricing
A used 2012 Toyota Sequoia ranges from $12,865 to $28,882 while a used 2012 GMC Yukon is priced between $9,929 to $21,996.
2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Toyota Sequoia loses 39.5 percent of its value and the 2012 GMC Yukon loses 43.6 percent of its value. This means the 2012 Toyota Sequoia retains 4.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 GMC Yukon.
2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota Sequoia is 8.8 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Toyota Sequoia being ranked 2 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the GMC Yukon being ranked 5 out of 10. Out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs, the Toyota Sequoia is ranked 4 and the GMC Yukon is ranked 12. The Toyota Sequoia is also ranked 4 out of 17 Best 8-seater SUVs while the GMC Yukon is ranked 9 out of 17. The Toyota Sequoia is also ranked 5 out of 30 Best SUVs with 3 Rows while the GMC Yukon is ranked 16 out of 30.
2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota Sequoia is 9.5 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Sequoia a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Yukon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Toyota Sequoia’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2012 GMC Yukon base engine makes 320 horsepower. The Sequoia is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. The Yukon is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles.This gives the 2012 Toyota Sequoia the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 GMC Yukon the advantage in maximum range. The Sequoia uses gasoline, and the Yukon uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2012 GMC Yukon has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
12865 - 28882
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.394849
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9929 - 21996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436011
Toyota Sequoia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.752333 / 10
Reliability:
9.504666 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
Not available
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.109338 / 10
Reliability:
8.828015 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota Sequoia Rankings
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28 out of / 30GMC Yukon Rankings
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23 out of / 25Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Hybrid
2012 Toyota Sequoia Trim Levels
Limited, Platinum, SR5
2012 GMC Yukon Trim Levels
Denali, Fleet, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
2 years / 25000 miles
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):
Not yet available
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:
310 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
327 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6900 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
320 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
370 / 528 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):
390 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
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:
34.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.6 inches
Cargo Space:
18.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
120.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
16.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
108.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5670 lbs
Width:
79.9 inches
Height:
77 inches
Length:
205.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5448 lbs
Width:
79 inches
Height:
76.9 inches
Length:
202 inches
Wheelbase:
116 inches
Ground Clearance:
9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17