GMC Yukon XL AT4 vs. GMC Yukon Denali
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the GMC Yukon XL AT4 and GMC Yukon Denali contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the GMC Yukon XL AT4 and the GMC Yukon Denali.
When we compare the GMC Yukon XL AT4's and the GMC Yukon Denali's specifications and ratings, the GMC Yukon XL AT4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The GMC Yukon Denali has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The GMC Yukon XL AT4 and GMC Yukon Denali have the same Based on this comparison of the GMC Yukon XL AT4's and the GMC Yukon Denali's specifications and ratings, the GMC Yukon Denali is a better car than the GMC Yukon XL AT4.
Pricing: A used 2025 GMC Yukon XL AT4 ranges from $74,707 to $99,572 while a used 2025 GMC Yukon Denali is priced between $79,414 to $101,602. For a new model, the GMC Yukon XL AT4's price is between $79,690 and $94,480, with the GMC Yukon Denali priced between $83,190 and $97,665.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the GMC Yukon XL AT4 loses 56.8 percent of its value and the GMC Yukon Denali loses 53.3 percent of its value. This means the GMC Yukon Denali retains 3.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the GMC Yukon XL AT4.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Yukon XL is 7.4 out of 10 while the GMC Yukon's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the GMC Yukon XL being ranked 5 out of 12 Best Large SUVs and the GMC Yukon being ranked 4 out of 12. Out of 34 Best SUVs with 3 Rows, the GMC Yukon XL is ranked 17 and the GMC Yukon is ranked 15.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the GMC Yukon XL and GMC Yukon is 7.8 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the GMC Yukon XL AT4’s base engine makes 355 horsepower, and the GMC Yukon Denali base engine makes 420 horsepower. The AT4 is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. The Denali is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles.This gives the GMC Yukon Denali the advantage in fuel efficiency and the GMC Yukon XL AT4 the advantage in maximum range. The AT4 uses regular unleaded, and the Denali uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The GMC Yukon XL AT4 and GMC Yukon Denali are comparable in regards to front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the GMC Yukon XL AT4 and the GMC Yukon Denali have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
79690 - 94480
Starting MSRP:
77200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
67138
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
53000 - 101945
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
83190 - 97665
Starting MSRP:
77500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
67138
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
53000 - 101945
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
85394
Price Range:
74707 - 99572
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
80211
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
71641 - 90487
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
88489
Price Range:
79414 - 101602
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
80211
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
71641 - 90487
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
44259
Depreciation %:
0.57329817
Resale Value $:
32941
Residual Value %:
0.42670182999999995
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large SUVs)
0.56272363
Category Depreciation Range:
(Large SUVs)
0.47365125 - 0.60547456
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
41808
Depreciation %:
0.53946084
Resale Value $:
35692
Residual Value %:
0.46053915999999995
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Large SUVs)
0.56272363
Category Depreciation Range:
(Large SUVs)
0.47365125 - 0.60547456
GMC Yukon XL Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
GMC Yukon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for GMC Yukon XL AT4
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.2
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
10.1
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
8.8 - 11.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.337
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for GMC Yukon Denali
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.0
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Large SUVs)
10.1
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Large SUVs)
8.8 - 11.0
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.295
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6411486918997145
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.5 - 6.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.508461059579532
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
1.5 - 6.4
GMC Yukon XL Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 34Ranking
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6 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 34Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 34Ranking
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9 out of / 12Ranking
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14 out of / 34Ranking
17 out of / 34Ranking
17 out of / 30Ranking
19 out of / 34Ranking
25 out of / 34Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 34GMC Yukon Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
1 out of / 4Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 34Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 10Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
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5 out of / 34Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 34Ranking
6 out of / 34Ranking
6 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 34Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 12Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
8 out of / 34Ranking
9 out of / 34Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
13 out of / 34Ranking
14 out of / 30Ranking
15 out of / 34Ranking
18 out of / 34Ranking
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27 out of / 34Ranking
27 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Other GMC Yukon XL Trim Levels
AT4 Ultimate, Denali, Denali Ultimate, Elevation
Other GMC Yukon Trim Levels
AT4, AT4 Ultimate, Denali Ultimate, Elevation
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):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
355 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
420 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
460 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7700 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
392 / 532 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):
15 / 20 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
360 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Backup camera:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.7 inches
Cargo Space:
41.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
144.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
42 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
64.7 inches
Cargo Space:
25.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
122.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5966 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
225.2 inches
Wheelbase:
134.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5671 lbs
Width:
81 inches
Height:
76.5 inches
Length:
210.1 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
275/60R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/60R20
