GMC Safari vs GMC Yukon XL
Overview | |
MSRP$25,170 | MSRP$51,015 |
Average price | Average price$41,984 |
Listings30 | Listings8602 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryWith options quickly disappearing in the near-luxury large SUV segment, the GMC Yukon XL seems to deliver with a duo of powerful engines, a wealth of seating and storage, and 8,000 pounds of towing capacity. But manufacturing oversights and some competent competition mean you should strongly consider alternatives before making your decision. Before you discount the Yukon entirely, take a look at improvements that have been added to the 2016: a faster processor for its IntelliLink system, Apple CarPlay, and added safety features like lane-keep assist and auto high beams, plus SLT trims and above are now fitted with a hands-free power rear liftgate. | |
No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine4.3L 190 hp V6 | Engine5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity9 |
Horsepower190 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City14 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name4.3L 190 hp V6 | Engine Name5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque250 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm | Torque383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower190 hp @ 4400 rpm | Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City14 | MPG City16 |
MPG Highway20 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsOptional | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity9 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length28.4 in | Bed Length |
Cargo Space41.3 cu ft | Cargo Space39.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight4309 lbs | Curb Weight5536 lbs |
Height75.0 in | Height74.4 in |
Length189.8 in | Length224.3 in |
Width77.5 in | Width80.5 in |
Wheelbase111.2 in | Wheelbase130.0 in |
Maximum Payload1591 lbs | Maximum Payload1633 lbs |
Number of doors3 | Number of doors4 |
Standard Payload1656 lbs | Standard Payload |
Maximum Towing Capacity5400 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity8300 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5400 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity6300 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,170 | $51,015 |
Average price | $41,984 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.0 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | With options quickly disappearing in the near-luxury large SUV segment, the GMC Yukon XL seems to deliver with a duo of powerful engines, a wealth of seating and storage, and 8,000 pounds of towing capacity. But manufacturing oversights and some competent competition mean you should strongly consider alternatives before making your decision. Before you discount the Yukon entirely, take a look at improvements that have been added to the 2016: a faster processor for its IntelliLink system, Apple CarPlay, and added safety features like lane-keep assist and auto high beams, plus SLT trims and above are now fitted with a hands-free power rear liftgate. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 4.3L 190 hp V6 | 5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Drive Train | RWD | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 9 |
Horsepower | 190 hp @ 4400 rpm | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 14 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 4.3L 190 hp V6 | 5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle |
Torque | 250 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm |
Horsepower | 190 hp @ 4400 rpm | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 14 | 16 |
MPG Highway | 20 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 9 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 28.4 in | |
Cargo Space | 41.3 cu ft | 39.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4309 lbs | 5536 lbs |
Height | 75.0 in | 74.4 in |
Length | 189.8 in | 224.3 in |
Width | 77.5 in | 80.5 in |
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 130.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1591 lbs | 1633 lbs |
Number of doors | 3 | 4 |
Standard Payload | 1656 lbs | |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5400 lbs | 8300 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5400 lbs | 6300 lbs |
By: CarGurus + AI
This car comparison has been created with using generative AI. It is based entirely on CarGurus expert review content, ratings and data, and leverages our extensive library of hands-on product tests to create thousands of unique comparisons to help shoppers choose the right car.