GMC Yukon vs. Toyota Highlander
When comparing the GMC Yukon's and the Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the GMC Yukon has the advantage in the areas of reliability and base engine power. The Toyota Highlander has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the GMC Yukon's and the Toyota Highlander's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Highlander is a better car than the GMC Yukon.
GMC Yukon vs. Toyota Highlander Pricing
For a new model, the GMC Yukon's price is between $67,968 and $102,191, with the Toyota Highlander priced between $41,643 and $54,615.
GMC Yukon vs. Toyota Highlander Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the GMC Yukon loses 43.6 percent of its value and the Toyota Highlander loses 38.1 percent of its value. This means the Toyota Highlander retains 5.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the GMC Yukon.
GMC Yukon vs. Toyota Highlander Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Yukon is 8.1 out of 10 while the Toyota Highlander's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the GMC Yukon being ranked 9 out of 17 Best 8-seater SUVs and the Toyota Highlander being ranked 3 out of 17. Out of 22 Best 7-Seater SUVs, the GMC Yukon is ranked 12 and the Toyota Highlander is ranked 2. The GMC Yukon is also ranked 16 out of 30 Best SUVs with 3 Rows while the Toyota Highlander is ranked 3 out of 30.
GMC Yukon vs. Toyota Highlander Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the GMC Yukon is 8.8 out of 10. For the Toyota Highlander the reliability rating is 8.7 out of 10. This gives the GMC Yukon a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Toyota Highlander.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Yukon’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the Toyota Highlander base engine makes 265 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Toyota Highlander has higher safety ratings than the GMC Yukon, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
67968 - 102191
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.436011
Pricing
New Asking Price:
41643 - 54615
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.380816
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.109338 / 10
Reliability:
8.828015 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota Highlander Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.958187 / 10
Reliability:
8.674561 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Yukon Rankings
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53 out of / 58Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Yukon Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, Denali Ultimate, SLE, SLT
Toyota Highlander Trim Levels
LE, Limited, Platinum, XLE, XSE
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:
2 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7900 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
265 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
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:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5490 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
210 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4155 lbs
Width:
76 inches
Height:
68.1 inches
Length:
194.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 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:
265/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18