Ford Expedition Platinum vs. GMC Yukon Denali
When we compare the Ford Expedition Platinum's and the GMC Yukon Denali's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition Platinum has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The GMC Yukon Denali has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Expedition Platinum's and the GMC Yukon Denali's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition Platinum is a better car than the GMC Yukon Denali.
Ford Expedition Platinum vs. GMC Yukon Denali Pricing
A used 2023 Ford Expedition Platinum ranges from $77,052 to $89,229 while a used 2023 GMC Yukon Denali is priced between $81,044 to $99,993. For a new model, the Ford Expedition Platinum's price is between $79,995 and $91,341, with the GMC Yukon Denali priced between $79,491 and $94,907.
Ford Expedition Platinum vs. GMC Yukon Denali Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Expedition Platinum loses 52.4 percent of its value and the GMC Yukon Denali loses 43.6 percent of its value. This means the GMC Yukon Denali retains 8.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Expedition Platinum.
Ford Expedition Platinum vs. GMC Yukon Denali Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Expedition is 8.6 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Ford Expedition being ranked 3 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the GMC Yukon being ranked 5 out of 10. Out of 30 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Ford Expedition is ranked 5 and the GMC Yukon is ranked 13. The Ford Expedition is also ranked 5 out of 16 Best 8-seater SUVs while the GMC Yukon is ranked 8 out of 16.
Ford Expedition Platinum vs. GMC Yukon Denali Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Expedition is 9.0 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Ford Expedition a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Yukon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Expedition Platinum’s base engine makes 400 horsepower, and the GMC Yukon Denali base engine makes 420 horsepower. The Platinum is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 536 miles. The Denali is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. This gives the Ford Expedition Platinum the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the GMC Yukon Denali. The Platinum uses regular unleaded, and the Denali uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Expedition Platinum and GMC Yukon Denali are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Expedition Platinum has higher safety ratings than the GMC Yukon Denali, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,995 - $91,341
Used Asking Price:
$77,052 - $89,229
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$79,491 - $94,907
Used Asking Price:
$81,044 - $99,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
43.6%
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Expedition Rankings
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52 out of / 53GMC Yukon Rankings
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24 out of / 26Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Other Ford Expedition Trim Levels
King Ranch, Limited, Timberline, XL, XL STX, XLT
Other GMC Yukon Trim Levels
AT4, Denali Ultimate, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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:
400 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
480 foot-lbs @ 3250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.075 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7800 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 536 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 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):
336 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
64.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
20.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
104.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
192.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.8 inches
Cargo Space:
25.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
122.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5306 lbs
Width:
93.4 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5631 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
22.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
285/45R22
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/60R20
