Used 2016 GMC Yukon XL for Sale near Texas

Compare 2016 GMC Yukon XL Trims

The 2016 GMC Yukon XL offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to luxury models, catering to various needs and preferences.

• Starting at $14,706
• Best MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 23 hwy
• Most Popular: Denali 4WD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

SLE RWD — "Who It's For"

The SLE RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a spacious SUV with essential features without paying for luxury upgrades.

• Avg. market price: $14,706 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 23 hwy
• Inventory: 71 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View SLE RWD listings

SLE 4WD — "Who It's For"

The SLE 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without the higher price of luxury trims.

• Avg. market price: $14,979 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 153 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View SLE 4WD listings

SLT RWD — "Who It's For"

The SLT RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of luxury and practicality without going for the top-tier Denali.

• Avg. market price: $15,671 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 16 city / 23 hwy
• Inventory: 436 listings
• View SLT RWD listings

SLT 4WD — "Who It's For"

The SLT 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty SUV with luxury features and all-wheel drive capability.

• Avg. market price: $17,391 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 1,200 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View SLT 4WD listings

Denali RWD — "Who It's For"

The Denali RWD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features and a luxurious ride without the need for 4WD.

• Avg. market price: $18,857 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 15 city / 22 hwy
• Inventory: 429 listings
• View Denali RWD listings

Denali 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Denali 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate luxury experience with off-road capability.

• Avg. market price: $19,406 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 20 hwy
• Inventory: 2,613 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Denali 4WD

With 2,613 active listings, the Denali 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse Denali 4WD listings

Best Budget Option — SLE RWD

At $14,706 avg market price — below the lineup median of $16,531 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse SLE RWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — SLE RWD

The SLE RWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 16/23 MPG.

Browse SLE RWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2016 GMC Yukon XL cost?

Prices have softened 12.56% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 772 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2016 GMC Yukon XL a good car?

Generally — the 2016 GMC Yukon XL earns a 4.33/5 user rating and a 6.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Performance and Technology.

Owners consistently praise its spaciousness, comfort, and family-friendly seating and cargo room, and they also like the smooth ride and convenience features. The Yukon XL’s long-wheelbase, truck-based layout makes it especially appealing if you need a large SUV for people, cargo, and towing duty. Even so, the market shows 31.3% of listings as good or great deals, which suggests you can still shop selectively.

Is the 2016 GMC Yukon XL reliable?

Owners rate it 4.33/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a vehicle that many people find dependable for family use, with repeated praise for comfort, space, and the ability to handle daily duties without drama. The expert notes also describe it as a capable large SUV with strong towing and useful convenience features, which supports the idea that it can be a trustworthy long-haul companion when maintained properly. At the same time, the broader ownership picture includes concerns about brake failures, rearview camera issues at night, and exterior quality, so used buyers should pay close attention to maintenance history and condition before committing.

What should I look for when buying a used 2016 GMC Yukon XL?

At 54.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle-history report and then prioritize a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing has any accident record or incomplete service documentation. Focus on body condition, braking performance, camera operation, and signs of wear that could point to harder use or deferred maintenance. Because this is a large, feature-rich SUV, it’s worth confirming that the convenience and safety equipment works as expected.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base SLE gives you the 8-inch touchscreen, front and rear parking sensors, auto headlights and wipers, a rear-view camera, remote ignition, keyless entry, foglights, running boards, roof rails, tri-zone auto climate control, rear privacy glass, power front seats, and cruise control. The SLT adds more comfort and convenience, including keyless ignition and entry, a hands-free power liftgate, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated power second row, power-folding third row, power-folding mirrors with auto-dim, a heated power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, driver memory, wireless charging, and ambient interior lighting. The Denali adds a larger V8, a customizable digital instrument panel, navigation, second-row captain’s chairs, upgraded audio, and active noise cancellation.
• Powertrain: The SLE and SLT use a 5.3-liter V8 with 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque paired with a 6-speed automatic, with rear-wheel drive or 4-wheel drive available. The Denali uses a 6.2-liter V8 with 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. The 5.3-liter is rated at 16 mpg city/23 highway with RWD and 15/22 with 4WD, while the 6.2-liter is rated at 14 mpg city and 20 highway with 4WD.
• Safety package: The Enhanced Driver Alert package adds automatic high beams, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, and a vibrating seat alert. On the SLT, it also includes rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring. Some features, such as adaptive cruise with crash-avoidance braking, are available separately rather than bundled in.
• Infotainment: The Yukon XL uses an 8-inch touchscreen with the upgraded IntelliLink system, Bluetooth, a 9-speaker Bose stereo, HD and satellite radio, 5 USB ports, an Aux input, an SD slot, and a Wi-Fi hotspot. The processor upgrade helps reduce input delay, and Apple CarPlay is part of the 2016 updates.
• Fuel efficiency: The 5.3-liter V8 is rated at 16 mpg city/23 highway with RWD and 15/22 with 4WD, with a combined rating of 18 mpg for both. The 6.2-liter V8 is rated at 14 mpg city and 20 highway with 4WD, with a combined rating of 16.

Which 2016 GMC Yukon XL trim should I buy?

The 2016 GMC Yukon XL is offered in 3 trim levels: SLE, SLT, Denali.

Here's the short version:

• SLE: This is the value-oriented starting point, and it already gives you the core Yukon XL experience: big seating capacity, useful towing hardware, parking sensors, a rear-view camera, and the upgraded 8-inch IntelliLink setup. If you want the lowest entry price and can live without the extra luxury and driver-assistance upgrades, this is the trim to start with.
• SLT: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds a much richer comfort and convenience package, including heated and ventilated front seats, a heated second row, a hands-free power liftgate, wireless charging, and more advanced safety content. If you want the Yukon XL to feel genuinely upscale without jumping to Denali pricing, this is the one to target.
• Denali: This is the luxury-focused choice, with the larger 6.2-liter V8, upgraded suspension, navigation, a more premium audio setup, and distinctive exterior and interior upgrades. Choose it if you want the most powerful and most upscale Yukon XL and are willing to pay for it.

The SLT also stands out because it includes the Enhanced Driver Alert package, which adds rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2016 GMC Yukon XL?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 31.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 772 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.56% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 54.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $17,977, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2016 GMC Yukon XL's resale value?

The current average of $17,977 sits slightly below last year's $20,561.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you as a buyer today but may limit upside if you plan to resell soon. If you buy at the right price and keep the vehicle in strong condition, you can reduce the impact of that depreciation curve. The Yukon XL’s broad appeal as a large family SUV still helps support demand, especially for well-kept examples with desirable equipment.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.33/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2016 GMC Yukon XL safe?

The 2016 GMC Yukon XL earns a four-star overall rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, with four-star ratings in frontal crash and five-star ratings in side impact.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

The Yukon XL includes the Enhanced Driver Alert package, which adds automatic high beams, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, and a vibrating seat alert. On SLT trims, that package also brings rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring. Even with those features, the safety writeup notes that braking performance trails some rivals, so you should pay close attention to brake condition and test the vehicle carefully.

Should I buy a 2016 GMC Yukon XL or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2016 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2016 if:

• 31.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 54.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 12.56% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.33/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• The 2016 brings meaningful updates, including a faster IntelliLink processor, Apple CarPlay, lane-keep assist, auto high beams, and a hands-free power rear liftgate on SLT trims and above.

The bottom line: If you want the most updated version of this generation with stronger convenience and safety tech, the 2016 is the better target. If you’re mainly shopping on price, you can still find value here, but you should compare carefully against other years and prioritize the cleanest, best-maintained example you can find.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.