Not much changed for the Yukon SUV with the extended wheelbase as GMC anticipated a major redesign for 2007. The Yukon XL comes in 7 basic trims: SL 1500 2WD, SLE 1500 2WD, SLE 2500 2WD, SL 1500 4WD, SLE 1500 4WD, SLE 2500 4WD, and Denali 4WD. The 1500's have a 5.3 L, 295 hp V8 engine and the 2500's and Denali have a 6.0 L, 335 hp V8. All use 4 speed automatic transmission.
Gas mileage across trims comes out to about 14 mpg in the city and 18 on the highway. Only the SL 1500 trims lack optional sunroof and navigation system. The non-Denali trims have 4 doors and seat 9 while the Denali seats 8. Max towing capacity comes out to 8200, 8500, or 12000 lbs. depending on the trim.
Overall, drivers like the Yukon XL's powerful V8, roomy interior, and smooth handling. However, the bulky size makes for tight driving in residential areas. Despite the occasional issues, reviewers give the Yukon XL a high overall grade for utility and versatility.
4.4 Overall rating
(14 reviews)The 6.0 Liter is as bullet proof as they come. It provides plenty of power to lug around itself and the family along in comfort.
Nothing else like it in full size SUV. You will only spend more $$$ for the Escalade. Lots of room. Would never consider the smaller version. You can't haul people and groceries, or luggage what's the point??? Don't get a Ford or Lincoln.
Never any issues with engine or transmission. Ive owned it for 6 years and never a check engine light. Its big, roomy and powerful. Excellent for towing.
Exterior : good headlights and marginal tail lights, big car that needs a lot of thinking before you park anywhaere ! (especially without any sensors) but at least you can park AT the SIDEWALK ! (i've done it myself!) marginal angles of view. Enterior : soild but kinda old dated enterior with plenty of space and a lot of places for your belongengs (6< cup holders+ extra places for all sord of things) larg back space for any luggage you want to throw in, very good seating finish, very spacious for a 7 adult seater. Handling: Soft handling favourse the quiet cruiser than the sporty one, marginal body tilt at curves (normal for an SUV), Great for long cruises but not for small roads and tight corners. Performance: GM's V8 5.3 trinitron Engine with 340hp at 6000rpm with an Automated 4 gears Gearbox , 0-62 at 8.9 sec, monstrous torque that would happily pull this bull in any condition.
Loved to drive it on long road trips and wish I could have been one of my kids enjoying the back seats which are enormous. Kids never got sick of getting in because there is nothing squishy about it. In the winter you can not beat the heated steering wheel and seats, which are also in the 2nd row. And there is never anytime where you think, "I wish was there more room" except for when you park it in your garage.
2006 GMC Yukon XL FAQs
What is the fuel economy of the 2006 GMC Yukon XL?
Depending on the engine and options, the 2006 GMC Yukon XL gets between 14 and 15 MPG (or MPGe).
What fuel types are available?
Flex Fuel Vehicle, Gasoline engines are available.
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