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 $45,378, and its year-round low is $42,934.23. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now across the years in the data.

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 spacious, comfortable, and premium-feeling full-size SUV with 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’s roomy cabin, comfortable ride, and strong performance. They also frequently highlight its upscale feel, generous tech, and family-friendly practicality, especially for long trips and daily hauling.

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

The main tradeoffs that show up in recent expert reviews are poor fuel economy, value concerns, and some interior or seat comfort complaints. For used shoppers, that means the Yukon makes the most sense when you prioritize space, capability, and a premium experience over efficiency.

32.4% 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 core strengths. Across the data, it also earns praise for its premium feel and useful technology, which helps explain why many shoppers keep coming back to it.

• 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 worth factoring in, especially on earlier and redesign-era models where the data points to more caution.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 78.7% — 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 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 entry trim gives you the Yukon’s core full-size SUV character with a premium look, standard seating for eight, and the 5.3-liter V8 as the standard engine. It’s the value-oriented starting point if you want the Yukon’s space and presence without moving up the ladder.
• SLT: This trim adds perforated leather, available second-row captain’s chairs, and access to GMC Pro Safety Plus, making it the best-value choice for many shoppers who want a more upscale cabin and more convenience.
• AT4: The AT4 adds the off-road-oriented look and hardware, including unique front styling, a skid plate, red recovery hooks, all-terrain tires, and standard 4WD. It suits you if you want the Yukon’s size and comfort with a more adventurous setup.
• Denali: The Denali brings the most premium presentation, standard second-row captain’s chairs, heated and cooled front seats, and four interior designs exclusive to this trim. It’s the right pick if you want the Yukon at its most luxurious.

What GMC Yukon do most buyers choose?

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

Those higher-volume years tend to be the easiest places to shop because you get more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right trim, mileage, and price combination. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first when looking for a used Yukon.

What is the GMC Yukon's resale value?

The table shows broad year-over-year price declines across the Yukon lineup, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. Most model years are moving down by double digits, so there are meaningful opportunities to find value. A few years are falling less sharply than others, which suggests some stronger retention at the upper end of the range.

The 2016, 2023, and 2015 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 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 −11.29% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −13.8%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 32.7% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 33.4%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $57,118. The GMC Yukon offers a roomy, well-appointed cabin with a premium feel and a strong family-hauling character.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2022 GMC Yukon is available with a choice of three engines, including an economical diesel option. Standard on all trims except the Denali is a 5.3-liter V8 engine making 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque. Standard on the Denali and available on the AT4 is a 6.2-liter V8 producing 420 hp and 460 pound-feet. New to the 2022 GMC Yukon lineup is a 3.0-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine, available on all trims except the AT4.
• 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. The Yukon's standard system also comes with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, wireless phone charging on all but the SLE, and an available WiFi hotspot.
• Safety: Every 2022 Yukon comes with GMC's Pro Safety suite of driver aids. It includes automatic emergency braking with front pedestrian detection, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, following distance indicator, and automatic high-beam headlights.
• 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 August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.