2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
When comparing the 2012 Volvo XC90's and the 2012 GMC Yukon's specifications and ratings, the 2012 Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and overall quality score. The 2012 GMC Yukon has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2012 Volvo XC90's and the 2012 GMC Yukon's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Pricing
A used 2012 Volvo XC90 ranges from $5,575 to $14,998 while a used 2012 GMC Yukon is priced between $9,929 to $21,996.
2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2012 Volvo XC90 loses 48.9 percent of its value and the 2012 GMC Yukon loses 43.6 percent of its value. This means the 2012 GMC Yukon retains 5.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2012 Volvo XC90.
2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Volvo XC90 is 8.8 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 3 Best Luxury 6-seater SUVs and the GMC Yukon being ranked 5 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
2012 Volvo XC90 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Volvo XC90 is 8.5 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the GMC Yukon a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Volvo XC90.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2012 Volvo XC90’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the 2012 GMC Yukon base engine makes 320 horsepower. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 485 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 Volvo XC90 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2012 GMC Yukon the advantage in maximum range. The XC90 uses gasoline, and the Yukon uses ethanol, gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2012 Volvo XC90 has higher safety ratings than the 2012 GMC Yukon, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5575 - 14998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.48855
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9929 - 21996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436011
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.76721 / 10
Reliability:
8.501632 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.109338 / 10
Reliability:
8.828015 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Volvo XC90 Rankings
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23 out of / 25Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Hybrid
2012 Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
3.2, 3.2 Platinum, 3.2 Premier Plus, 3.2 R-Design, 3.2 R-Design Platinum, 3.2 R-Design Premier Plus
2012 GMC Yukon Trim Levels
Denali, Fleet, SLE, SLT
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):
5 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:
240 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 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):
0.059 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 485 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
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
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:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.7 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:
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:
4667 lbs
Width:
74.7 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
189.3 inches
Wheelbase:
112.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 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 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R17