Ford Expedition vs. GMC Yukon XL
In comparing the Ford Expedition's and the GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. The GMC Yukon XL has the advantage in the area of resale value. Based on this comparison of the Ford Expedition's and the GMC Yukon XL's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition is a better car than the GMC Yukon XL.
Ford Expedition vs. GMC Yukon XL Pricing
For a new model, the Ford Expedition's price is between $65,377 and $89,249, with the GMC Yukon XL priced between $68,449 and $104,575.
Ford Expedition vs. GMC Yukon XL Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Expedition loses 52.4 percent of its value and the GMC Yukon XL loses 46.9 percent of its value. This means the GMC Yukon XL retains 5.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Expedition.
Ford Expedition vs. GMC Yukon XL Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Expedition is 8.6 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon XL's quality rating is 7.9 out of 10. This results in the Ford Expedition being ranked 3 out of 10 Best Large SUVs and the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 7 out of 10. Out of 30 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the Ford Expedition is ranked 5 and the GMC Yukon XL is ranked 17. The Ford Expedition is also ranked 5 out of 16 Best 8-seater SUVs while the GMC Yukon XL is ranked 11 out of 16.
Ford Expedition vs. GMC Yukon XL Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Expedition is 9.0 out of 10. For the GMC Yukon XL the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Ford Expedition a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Yukon XL.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Ford Expedition’s base engine makes 380 horsepower, and the GMC Yukon XL base engine makes 355 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Expedition and GMC Yukon XL are comparable in regards to rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Ford Expedition has higher safety ratings than the GMC Yukon XL, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$65,377 - $89,249
Used Asking Price:
$61,615 - $89,771
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.4%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$68,449 - $104,575
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
46.9%
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Ford Expedition Rankings
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52 out of / 53GMC Yukon XL Rankings
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26 out of / 26Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Ford Expedition Trim Levels
Platinum, Timberline, XL, XL STX, XLT, King Ranch, Limited
GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, 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:
380 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
470 foot-lbs @ 2250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.071 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
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
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
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:
63.6 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:
41.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
144.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5368 lbs
Width:
93.4 inches
Height:
76.6 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
122.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5633 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
225.2 inches
Wheelbase:
134.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P275/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
265/65R18
