1999 GMC Yukon Review
Price Estimate: $1,083 - $1,773





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Curb appeal, powerful V8 performance, fancy gadgetry and features.
Cons
- Doesn't hide regular old Yukon underpinnings well enough, high price.
What’s new
An upscale version of the Yukon dubbed the Yukon Denali joins the lineup featuring distinct exterior colors, chrome wheels and a fully optioned interior.
For sale near Columbus, OH
6 listings
- $13,950
- 103,066 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 8cyl automatic
- C.C.R. Auto Sales (286 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- 6000lb Towing Capaci...
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Located in New Lenox, IL
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
13 Combined MPG (11 City/15 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GKEK13R2XJ791575
Stock: 791575
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-12-2025 - 170,000 miles
- 1 accident, 10 owners, personal use only
- 8cyl automatic
- Global Auto Finance (290 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
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Located in Maywood, IL
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
13 Combined MPG (11 City/15 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GKEK13RXXR907879
Stock: 1929
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-25-2024
Vehicle overview
Midsize sport-utility vehicles get most of the attention nowadays, but for folks with big families (or scads of goods to lug around) they're just not spacious enough inside. GMC offers a solution in the form of the Yukon, a full-size four-door sport-utility with enough room to handle just about anything a family could need.
Offered in either standard SLE guise or new top-of-the-line Denali trim, the Yukon can be equipped with two- or four-wheel drive. Standard models come well stocked with power everything, a premium audio system, full instrumentation, remote keyless entry, cruise control, power-adjustable front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and numerous storage bins spread throughout the spacious cabin. Luxury-oriented Denali models add full leather upholstery, wood trim, Bose audio, chrome wheels, heated front seats, rear audio controls and the OnStar communications system just to name a few.
All Yukons are powered by a 5.7-liter Vortec V8 rated at 255 horsepower and 330 pound-feet of torque, while a four-speed automatic transmission handles the shifting. Standard SLE models with four-wheel drive use a dual-range push button transfer case while the Denali offers AutoTrac 4WD that engages only when needed. The truck-derived suspension uses torsion bars up front and leaf springs in back for maximum durability and towing stability. Two-wheel-drive Yukons can tow up to 7,000 pounds.
On the interstate, the Yukon rides nicely, but the wide body takes some getting used to if you're accustomed to smaller midsize vehicles. The steering isn't a strong point as it's vague and unresponsive, but once you get used to the large turning radius it doesn't feel quite so overwhelming. Visibility is excellent as is passenger room, but if you need maximum cargo space better to upgrade to the slightly larger, but nearly identical Suburban. There's enough usable power from the V8 for towing average-size boats but don't expect sizzling acceleration.
Whether you choose the standard SLE or the high-line Denali, either Yukon is a solid choice for families who want the added room of a full-size but don't want to give up the upscale amenities that many smaller SUVs provide. It may not be the sharpest handling or most powerful full-size on the market, but as an all-around performer the Yukon has the ability to serve you well regardless of your needs.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1999 GMC Yukon SLE 4dr SUV 4WD 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 $3.04 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$297/mo for Yukon SLE
Yukon SLE
vs
$226/mo
Avg. Large SUV
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GMC Yukon Reviews
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buy a yukon!!
4.38 out of 5 starstragedy, 09/20/2011
1999 GMC Yukon SLE 4dr SUV 4WD
i bought this truck its a 99 yukon 4 yrs ago it currently has 139,500 miles. ive replaced all brakes,water pump,radiator,battery brakes i did just so i could feel secure,others i believe had something to do with the weather where i was living and coolant
not being fresh it was 7 degrees when my radiator cracked lol.. ive not had any issues with the truck never stranded ive posted it 3 … times to sell it and 3 times i blew off the buyers lol i got cold feet i love my truck and cant see myself selling it for no reason other then bad gas mileage but i bought a shadow bike to make up for my gas mileage so ill keep it now really reliable truck i recommend it to any1
99 GMC Yukon SLE
4 out of 5 starsDarcy1, 06/27/2003
1999 GMC Yukon SLT 4dr SUV
I enjoy the pick up that this vehicle
has. The smooth ride and comfortable
interior.
Great Truck
4.25 out of 5 starsSteve1, 06/14/2003
1999 GMC Yukon SLE 4dr SUV 4WD
This is the best vehicle I have ever
owned, and I'll probably put 200,000
miles on it before I'm done.
My only complaint is a common one, the
brakes are not suitable for a vehicle
of this weight (A problem corrected in
the 2000 model). If you don't drive
like a maniac you'll have no problems
stopping, but the front brakes will
wear out quickly no matter what you …
driving habits are.
Also, if you set your cruise control to
65, you can get 18-19 MPG on the
highway. That's pretty good for a 5000
pound truck.
1999 GMC Yukon SLT 4WD
4 out of 5 starsCharlie, 09/04/2009
1999 GMC Yukon SLT 4dr SUV 4WD
I bought my Yukon New and have owned it for 10 years now with 165,000 Miles. It was purchased for the four wheel drive. The drive train has performed flawless. Early repairs were leaky heater hose eng. block nipple; Exhaust gaskets RR; tightened the oil filter/cooler engine mounting. The original brakes are undersized and I replaced the front rotors with cryogenic cooled/hardened … Praise units at 20k along with their stage III pads, rear brakes just the Praise shoes. These rotors lasted 120,000 miles. One problem engine not starting after a foggy nite or sitting awhile...The security light is on. OK after setting awhile. Overall the vehicle is stable with lower than Honda maint. costs.
1999 Yukon Highlights
SLE
Engine Type | Gas |
---|---|
Combined MPG | 13 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $297/month |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 66.9 cu.ft. |
four wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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