2023 GMC Yukon XL Review

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2023 GMC Yukon XL Review

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What's new

New loaded Denali Ultimate trim brushes $100K
Super Cruise semi-automated driving system joins options list
Automated self-parking system
Part of the fifth Yukon generation introduced for 2021

Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2023 GMC Yukon XL SLE 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded in Iowa.}

Monthly estimates based on costs in Iowa

$211/mo

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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal

3/5Average

#14 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

^{The average total annual cost for unscheduled repairs and maintenance across all model years of the GMC Yukon XL from 2008-2022.}

$652/yr

vs. $614/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Frequency

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1.64x/yr

vs. 1.59x/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV

Severity

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20.4%

vs. 16.7%
for Average Fullsize SUV

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GMC Yukon XL Reviews

Owner Reviews

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21 reviews

5(67%)

4(14%)

3(4%)

2(6%)

1(9%)

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They don’t make them like they used to

Alyssa F, 06/18/2022

2022 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A)

Although these vehicles are beautiful to look at, they definitely don’t make them like they used to. I didn’t even have it 2 full days and the radio and sound throughout the whole vehicle went out. It wouldn’t work again until I shut the car down for the night and tried again the next day. Hasn’t happened again for a few days, but from what I’ve investigated, it’s prone to happen again. …

Stay far away from GMC

Ramona Wildt, 02/07/2024

2023 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)

My 5 month old Yukon XL Denali suffered catastrophic engine failure over two weeks ago with only 12,000 miles on it. From the mouth of the service manager at GMC, there is an ‘epedemic’ of complete engine failure, just like mine in the 6.2L engine. I need a complete engine replacement which is on back order nationwide. Funny that they have engines to build new Denali’s to sell to …

Don't ever buy one

Mark St Amand, 02/23/2023

2023 GMC Yukon XL SLT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)

It is junk..most electronic stuff does not work..it's a brand new 2023 Yukon xl and I am having issues on day two..lights are poor..transmission is rough..suspension is like my 20 year old truck that I just scrapped..the dealer doesn't give a crap and service department just ignores you saying it shouldn't be like that but can't fix it..call me and I'll tell you all the issues and for …

Disappointed - the roof leaks after 2 years

Linda E., 10/23/2023

2021 GMC Yukon XL AT4 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A)

Bought our 2021 GMC Yukon XL SLT brand spankin’ new off the lot. No complaints until 2 years and 20 days after ownership when the roof leaked on a rainy morning. The water poured into the car through the interior light covers and control panel above the driver and passenger seat. Water also poured in through a lower duct by the driver’s left leg. GMC would not allow a warranty on it. We …

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2023 Yukon XL Highlights

Trim:

SLE

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$60,100
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	17 MPG
Cost to Drive	$211/month
Seating	8 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	41.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the Yukon XL models:

Forward Collision Alert: Warns driver to take action to avoid colliding with a vehicle or other object in front of the SUV.
Side Blind Zone Alert: Warns you when other vehicles are in the left and right blind spots to prevent you from making an unsafe lane change.
Teen Driver: Configurable settings applied to a specific vehicle key fob for use by young drivers. Monitors their vehicle use and provides the owner with a report card.

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Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 GMC Yukon XL SLE 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded in Iowa.

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They don’t make them like they used to

Stay far away from GMC

Don't ever buy one

Disappointed - the roof leaks after 2 years

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Safety

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Cost to Drive^{Cost to drive estimates for the 2023 GMC Yukon XL SLE 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.91 per gallon for regular unleaded in Iowa.}