Used GMC Yukon for Sale nearSan Luis Obispo, CA

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 $45,183, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $42,904 over the past year. 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 is a strong choice if you want a roomy, comfortable full-size SUV with a premium feel and broad appeal across model years. 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 luxurious feel and extensive tech features, especially for family use and long trips.

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

The main trade-offs across recent expert-reviewed years center on fuel economy, value, and some reliability concerns.

32.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are GMC Yukon models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently praise the Yukon for its spacious cabin, comfortable ride, and strong performance. Review summaries also point to a luxurious feel and useful technology as recurring strengths across the lineup.

• 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, the long-term ownership picture is strongest when you choose a well-kept example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.5% — 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; GMC Pro Safety Plus on SLE and standard on SLT and above
• Infotainment: 12-inch reconfigurable driver information center and 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 these trims:

• Yukon SLE: The entry trim brings the 5.3-liter V8, a premium-looking cabin, and the core Yukon space and utility that make it a strong starting point.
• Yukon SLT: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers, adding more upscale equipment and making GMC Pro Safety Plus standard.
• Yukon AT4: This trim adds GMC’s Active Response 4WD system, a front skid plate, all-terrain tires, and an approach angle of nearly 32 degrees.
• Yukon Denali: The Denali adds the 6.2-liter V8, a more distinctive chrome-heavy look, standard second-row captain’s chairs, heated and cooled front seats, and unique interior designs.

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 a wider selection of trims, prices, and equipment combinations. They also sit close enough to the newest redesigns to deliver modern features while still offering used-market value.

What is the GMC Yukon's resale value?

Most model years are down by double digits year over year, which creates better buying opportunities for used shoppers. The newer years show some of the steepest declines, while the oldest years in the table have the smallest changes. That pattern suggests you can find meaningful value across much of the lineup right now.

The 2014, 2023, and 2016 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 suite of driver aids is standard on every 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 −10.01% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −14.44%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.8% 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 $56,329. The GMC Yukon offers a spacious cabin, a comfortable ride, and a premium feel that make it a strong family SUV.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2022 GMC Yukon is available with a choice of three engines, including a 5.3-liter V8 engine 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 engine producing 460 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: The standard infotainment system has Google Built-In, which includes Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Play Store access, third-party apps, vehicle data sharing, and three years of connected services on AT4 and Denali, and it also comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• 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 the next model year's inventory to build up.

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