When you’re looking for a large SUV with advanced technology, potent engine power, and a premium cabin, look no further than the 2023 GMC Yukon. As the largest three-row SUV in the GMC lineup, the Yukon — and its extended-wheelbase variant, the Yukon XL — provides seating for up to nine people inside, along with massive cargo hauling possibilities. Explore the key features and available options in the 2023 Yukon using this model review crafted by the GMC SUV professionals at Gregg Young Buick GMC Indianola.
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Every drive is more enjoyable with the right collection of comfort and convenience features, and with the 2023 Yukon you can count on finding exactly that. Depending on the trim level you choose, you’ll get escalating levels of luxury features and premium materials. The base SLE model comes with cloth upholstery, while the SLT trim features leather upholstery, and the new Denali Ultimate trim comes equipped with premium full-grain leather seats. In the Denali, you’ll find real wood details, including a pivoting wood door in the center console, while the Denali Ultimate features a unique topographical map etched into the wood trim.
Other interior features include:
There’s space for everyone — and everything — on your next trip in the GMC Yukon. And if you happen to need more room for your cargo or for your rear-seat passengers, then the Yukon XL is designed for you. Seat up to nine people inside either the Yukon or Yukon XL when you equip the available front bench seat.
See the accompanying table for 2023 Yukon and Yukon XL size specs and dimensions.
Model | Yukon | Yukon XL |
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Cargo Volume (Max./Behind Second/Behind Third) | 122.9 / 72.6 / 25.5 cu.-ft. | 144.7 / 93.8 / 41.5 cu.-ft. |
Head Room (First/Second/Third) | 42.3 / 38.9 / 38.2 in. | 42.3 / 38.9 / 38.2 in. |
Legroom (First/Second/Third) | 44.5 / 42 / 34.9 in. | 44.5 / 42 / 36.7 in. |
Length | 210 in. | 225.2 in. |
Wheelbase | 120.9 in. | 134.1 in. |
Choose between three robust engine options in the Yukon, including two gas V8s. Each comes paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, but four-wheel drive (4WD) is available across the trim lineup.
When family adventures call for a drive on the rugged side, go with confidence using the available Active Response 4WD™ that sends optimal torque to each wheel. This system is available on the AT4 and Denali and standard on the Denali Ultimate — along with premium ride comfort courtesy of the Magnetic Ride Control and four-corner adaptive air ride suspension.
See the accompanying table for Yukon engine performance specs.
Advanced technology fills the 2023 GMC Yukon. Stay connected and engaged on your daily drives with the standard 10.2-inch touchscreen and GMC Infotainment System with Google built in. The GMC Pro Safety collection of driver assistance technology is standard, while GMC Pro Safety Plus is included with the SLT trim and above. Hands-free highway driving with Super Cruise™ technology is a late-availability option on the Denali Ultimate.
Other available technology and safety features include:
Learn more about each 2023 GMC Yukon trim with our detailed research guide.
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When you need prodigious space, premium comfort, and powerful performance in a new SUV, look no further than the 2022 GMC Yukon — available as the standard-wheelbase Yukon and extended-wheelbase Yukon XL models. Read through this 2022 Yukon review crafted by the team at Gregg Young Buick GMC Indianola to learn more about the key features of this full-sized GMC SUV, then browse our available inventory to find the new GMC Yukon for sale in Indianola, IA. Be sure to check out our Yukon lease offer as well.
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Premium appointments and massive people-carrying capability await inside the three-row 2022 GMC Yukon. Go with a front bench seat for maximum seating or front bucket seats for maximum comfort, and choose between a power-release second-row bench seat or bucket seats.
Available interior features include:
The primary difference between the Yukon and Yukon XL is size. The Yukon XL is 225.2 inches long, while the Yukon is 210 inches long. See the accompanying chart for Yukon and Yukon XL interior dimensions.
Model | Yukon | Yukon XL |
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Cargo Space (Max. / Behind Second / Behind Third) | 122.9 cu.-ft. / 72.6 cu.-ft. / 25.5 cu.-ft. | 144.7 cu.-ft. / 93.8 cu.-ft. / 41.5 cu.-ft. |
Max. Headroom (First/Second/Third) | 42.3 in. / 38.9 in. / 38.2 in. | 42.3 in. / 38.9 in. / 38.2 in. |
Max. Legroom (First/Second/Third) | 44.5 in. / 42 in. / 34.9 in. | 44.5 in. / 42 in. / 36.7 in. |
Find your perfect level of power with three dynamic engine options in the 2022 GMC Yukon, each paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive (RWD) is standard and four-wheel drive (4WD) or Active Response 4WD™ is available. Maximum towing in the Yukon is 8,400 pounds and 8,300 pounds in the Yukon XL. The Yukon includes a standard 24-gallon fuel tank while the Yukon XL has a 28-gallon fuel tank.
Stay safe and connected on your road trips when you drive the 2022 GMC Yukon with the following collection of available technology and tech-based safety features:
There are four unique trim levels available for the 2022 GMC Yukon, as either standard Yukon or Yukon XL models. Learn more with our 2022 Yukon trims research page.
Whether you’re looking for a classic color or a bold hue, the 2022 Yukon has an exterior color option for you.
The all-new 2021 GMC Yukon offers families, transporters, and adventure seekers more premium features, more helpful tech, and more ways to customize the driving experience. The Yukon sits at the top of the GMC full-size SUV lineup and in 2021, it adds more refinement and more capability. Choose between two wheelbases and four trim levels ― including the all-new Yukon AT4 off-roading trim.
Learn about the exciting features and powerful capabilities of the bold new 2021 Yukon, then search our Yukon inventory at Gregg Young Buick GMC in Indianola, IA, to find the 2021 trim that’s right for you. Want to schedule a test drive? Chat with us, give us a call at (515) 961-7461 or reach out to us online. Ready to buy? We make it easy with shop online capabilities ― if that’s your style. Make sure you also check out our current offers for a great deal.
The 2021 Yukon and Yukon XL feature three engine options ― one arriving later in 2021 ― that are each paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission to deliver swift acceleration and smooth highway driving. These large SUVs come standard with rear-wheel drive and offer four-wheel drive (4WD), except for the AT4 trim which comes standard with 4WD. New for 2021 is an available two-speed transfer case feature that allows you to switch in and out of 4WD, depending on your road conditions.
Engine |
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5.3L EcoTec3 V8 (Standard on SLE, SLT, and AT4) |
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6.2L EcoTec3 V8 (Standard on Denali) |
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3.0L Duramax®Turbo-Diesel I6 (Available on SLE, SLT, and Denali) |
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Beyond its size and versatility, the 2021 GMC Yukon is impeccably appointed with an attention to detail often reserved for luxury sedans. Looking for maximum space ― or maximum horsepower? The standard Yukon wheelbase is offered on all four 2021 trim levels and comfortably seats seven passengers, while the extended wheelbase on the Yukon XL can seat nine. In 2021, interior dimensions increase throughout the cabin on both wheelbase models. If space is what you need, the 2021 Yukon XL delivers best-in-class cargo space (144.7 cubic feet).
Exterior design on the all-new Yukon has been updated, accentuated by a more stylishly sculpted roof line. Inside, all trim levels have received an interior refresh. The Yukon XL offers available second-row bucket seats that slide forward and backward to optimize legroom or cargo space. The available power sliding center console goes back 10 inches so you can store more items and hide and secure them when needed.
The 2021 Yukon Denali trim also gets next-level amenities, like exclusive-to-Denali interior color themes. The off road-capable 2021 Yukon AT4 features 22-inch Goodyear® all-terrain tires and a more athletic interior featuring leather-appointed front seats with front head restraints and unique embroidered AT4 badging.
New for 2021 is an available Active Response 4WD™ system that helps you better maneuver slippery roads or off-road conditions. This system sends optimal torque to each wheel to improve overall traction. You can also add class-leading, nine camera views plus HD Surround Vision for more maneuvering confidence in tight spots, and an all-new, available 15-inch head-up display. This feature projects important information onto your windshield for enhanced visibility ― such as your driving speed and advanced tech alerts. The AT4 trim adds an off-road inclinometer to help you keep track of vehicle grade and tilt.
If you’re planning to tow a boat, RV, or trailer, new trailering features such as trailer side blind zone alert are available. Other standard and available safety features include:
When it comes to suspension and driving comfort, the 2021 Yukon debuts a first-in-class Air Ride Adaptive Suspension system that will make you feel like you’re riding on a cloud. The system raises the body in order to deliver more ground clearance when traveling off road. Magnetic Ride Control (offered on the Denali trim) is a damping system sensor technology borrowed from the exotic sports cars space that delivers enhanced body control and handling in the new Yukon.
When it comes to entertainment tech, you’ll find a class-leading,10.2-inch diagonal touchscreen and the GMC Premium Infotainment System with available Navigation. Experience five times the processing power in the 2021 GMC Yukon, to support all the new and enhanced tech features.
Whether you choose the standard size Yukon or Yukon XL, you’ll find four trim options available with the 2021 GMC Yukon:
Starting at $51,995 MSRP
Starting at $59,095 MSRP
Starting at $66,095 MSRP
Starting at $69,695 MSRP
Choose between these standard color options.
Come see the stylish new 2021 GMC Yukon and 2021 GMC Yukon XL at Gregg Young Buick GMC in Indianola, IA. Schedule a test drive online or give us a call at (515) 961-7461, send us a message online, or shoot us a text.
The extended length version of the GMC Yukon gets a redesign in all the right places in 2021. Experience the advantages of an increased wheelbase, new independent rear suspension, and more cargo space and legroom in the 2021 GMC Yukon XL.
An increased wheelbase equals a larger interior, due to more space between the axles. A larger wheelbase helps improve stability and deliver a more comfortable ride. For 2021, the wheelbase on the GMC Yukon XL increases four inches to a whopping 134.1 inches.
The new independent rear suspension on the 2021 Yukon XL is designed to help you better react to uneven or changing road conditions and achieve an overall smoother ride ― especially for your passengers in the back row. Handling improves, too, allowing you to better navigate the roads that may be dotted with annoying potholes or cracks.
If you’re looking for a large SUV, chances are you prefer a lot of room ― to stretch, transport more people, or haul more gear. The 2021 GMC Yukon XL is taking interior comfort and utility to new heights with expanded legroom in the third row of 36.7 inches (from 34.5 inches) plus a couple more inches of cargo space (41.1 inches versus the previous 39.3 inches).
Explore our inventory of new GMC Yukon and Yukon XL SUVs to find your favorite trim for sale in Indianola, IA, and set up a test drive to see if it has the space and power you require.