How much does the GMC Yukon cost in today's market?

Used GMC Yukon prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The GMC Yukon’s current nationwide average price is $45,353, and its year-round low is $42,960.52. That puts recent used examples in a broad price band, with newer model years commanding the highest averages and older ones opening up lower entry points. Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the GMC Yukon a good car?

Yes — the GMC Yukon earns strong owner approval overall, and the all-generations user rating backs that up. The all-generations owner rating is 4.62/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Yukon for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and strong performance. They also frequently highlight the premium feel and useful tech features, especially for family travel and long trips.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 and 2022 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs show up in fuel economy, value, and some year-specific reliability concerns in recent models.

31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are GMC Yukon models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Yukon’s spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and strong performance as the qualities that make it feel dependable in daily use. The newest expert review also emphasizes the Yukon’s roomy interior, premium materials, and smooth ride.

• Owners rate the GMC Yukon between 3.4 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history carefully, especially on higher-mileage examples and recent model years with mixed owner feedback.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: GMC Pro Safety suite of driver aids; GMC Pro Safety Plus on SLE and standard on SLT and above
• Infotainment: 10.2-inch touchscreen with Google Built-In, wireless Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 16-17 mpg with either V8 engine, while 3.0-liter diesel versions average 22-23 mpg combined

Which GMC Yukon trim should I buy?

The 2022 GMC Yukon offers...

• SLE: The base trim gives you the Yukon’s spacious cabin, standard seating for eight, cloth seats, and the core Pro Safety suite, making it the value-focused starting point.
• SLT: This trim adds perforated leather and can bring GMC Pro Safety Plus, making it a strong step up if you want more comfort and added driver aids.
• AT4: The off-road-oriented AT4 adds unique front styling, a skid plate, horizontal red recovery hooks, standard 4WD, and a two-speed transfer case, so it suits you if you want the most rugged-looking Yukon with extra trail hardware.
• Denali: The Denali brings the 6.2-liter V8, standard second-row captain’s chairs, heated and cooled front seats, four exclusive interior designs, and the most upscale cabin presentation, making it the top choice if you want the Yukon’s most premium feel.

What GMC Yukon do most buyers choose?

The GMC Yukon years with the most listings are 2023, 2024, and 2022.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also sit close enough to the newest generation to deliver the Yukon’s modern space and tech advantages.

What is the GMC Yukon's resale value?

Most Yukon model years are showing double-digit year-over-year price declines, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The newest model years are falling the fastest, while a few older years are changing more gradually. That mix gives you room to find value across several generations.

The 2023, 2014, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the GMC Yukon safe?

• 2022: 8/10
• 2021: 9/10

GMC Pro Safety is standard on the 2022 Yukon, and GMC Pro Safety Plus is standard on SLT and above.

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used GMC Yukon now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −13.5% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −13.11%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 34.9% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.9%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $57,895. The GMC Yukon offers a spacious cabin, a comfortable ride, and strong family-hauling versatility.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2022 GMC Yukon is available with a choice of three engines, including a 5.3-liter V8 making 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque, a 6.2-liter V8 producing 420 hp and 460 pound-feet, and a 3.0-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder with 277 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The Yukon’s standard system includes Google Built-In, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 10.2-inch touchscreen.
• Safety: GMC Pro Safety Plus enhances safety even further by adding lane-change alert with blind-spot warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear park assist.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $53,795 for the base Yukon SLE.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from July 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.