2001 GMC Yukon XL Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
2001 marked the introduction of a more powerful V8 to the Yukon XL and the Denali trim. The full-size SUV has 5.3 L and 6.0 L V8...
2001 marked the introduction of a more powerful V8 to the Yukon XL and the Denali trim. The full-size SUV has 5.3 L and 6.0 L V8 powertrains. In addition, you can choose from 9 different trims. Later models have 13 trims due to the introduction of basic 1500 and 2500 4WD and RWD trims.
Gas mileage comes out to around 14 mpg in the city and 18 on the highway. The '01 Yukon XL has 4 doors and seats 8-9 passengers, depending on which trim you choose. Max cargo capacity comes out to 132 cubic feet while max towing capacity generally ranges from 8000 to 9000 lbs., with some trims towing up to 12000 lbs.
Overall, the 2001 incarnation of the Yukon XL gets high marks for its engines and interior room. While this domestic SUV could use some stylistic refinement, the addition of the Denali makes the Yukon XL an even better buy. Pick up the 2001 model if you need something more affordable with reasonably modern features.
What owners say
"Overall, owners of the 2001 GMC Yukon XL express high satisfaction, praising its comfort, spaciousness, and towing capabilities. Many appreciate the easy handling and luxury features like leather seats and heated options. However, some drivers mention concerns about fuel economy, particularly given the vehicle's size and engine specifications."
Awesome in every way, shape and form... handles well, braking is second to none, rides like you are on a cushion of air, tows very nicely, comfortable to be in, very fun to drive and ride alike, just love this truck, you just can't beat GMC quality.
December 31, 2008This truck was purchased used and has the 8.1L Vortec V8 so the towing capacity is amazing. The gas mileage however is bad, but then it's a huge heavy beast. The ride is good. Overall I am happy with the vehicle.
November 21, 2012The only negative is the high gas prices! Love the vehicle!! Great for trips or around town!! Leather seats with heaters is a plus! DVD for long trips was a life saver!! There is room for everyone without compromising safety!!
September 4, 2011What owners say
Awesome in every way, shape and form... handles well, braking is second to none, rides like you are on a cushion of air, tows very nicely, comfortable to be in, very fun to drive and ride alike, just love this truck, you just can't beat GMC quality.
December 31, 2008This truck was purchased used and has the 8.1L Vortec V8 so the towing capacity is amazing. The gas mileage however is bad, but then it's a huge heavy beast. The ride is good. Overall I am happy with the vehicle.
November 21, 2012The only negative is the high gas prices! Love the vehicle!! Great for trips or around town!! Leather seats with heaters is a plus! DVD for long trips was a life saver!! There is room for everyone without compromising safety!!
September 4, 2011We bought this truck used and absolutely love it. It it extremely comfortable and I highly recommend the heated seats. I have never owned anything this big, but I found driving it to be very easy. I was impressed by the turn radius - it turns pretty tight for how big it is. We have not taken it off road yet. We haven't had a single problem with it and the previous owner was pretty hard on it, so that's good. I love that the 3rd row of seats both folds down and is removable. The middle seat is split with 1 side folding down to allow people to get into the 3rd row. I've found that to be a perfect spot for our dog when we have cargo in the back. I'm also impressed by the amount of room left in back when the 3rd seat/row is in use - its more space than my mini van.
January 30, 2010The leather and power everything. It has alot of towing power. Great for family trips with lots of room for everything. You feel very safe in the SUV on the road everywhere you go. People don't pull out in front of you very often.
January 26, 2013This is my mother's daily driver. Now, we don't own the usual 01 Denali so its kind of hard to rate it from the normal XL. From what we own its been a great road trip, groccery getting, moving truck. Needles to say its very spacious. It has great looks even by today's standards and still turns heads when dressed up nicely. It's a big tank so its not a miata in the handling department but its not bad either. We have a 6.2L V8 in ours instead of the original 5.7L V8 but we also bout it like that so performance wise it's amazing in my opinion. The truck now is relativly cheap comparing it to when it first came out at $45,999 starting. Now they're aroun $12,000 and $15,000 with the right milage.
December 15, 20116L gas engine is awesome. Very nice on the highway, fairly quiet interior while very easy to pass others. Loads of room to put cargo into. I've driven a bunch of turbo diesels (auto) with compairable hp and the power of the gas is steady where the diesel theres the turbo lag and once it spools up there almost too much power, its like reving it up and droping it in neutral. I prefer the gas's constant power for regular use.
January 28, 2008Trims & specs
Base MSRP $41,048 | Seating 8 |
Engine 5.3L 285 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 13 | Drivetrain 4WD |
Base MSRP $37,939 | Seating 9 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $40,454 | Seating 9 |
Engine 6.0L 300 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 13 | Drivetrain 4WD |
Base MSRP $39,989 | Seating 8 |
Engine N/A | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG N/A | Drivetrain N/A |
Base MSRP $36,567 | Seating 9 |
Engine 5.3L 285 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 14 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $38,998 | Seating 9 |
Engine 5.3L 285 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 13 | Drivetrain 4WD |
Base MSRP $48,415 | Seating 8 |
Engine 6.0L 320 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 13 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $38,617 | Seating 8 |
Engine 5.3L 285 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 14 | Drivetrain RWD |
Base MSRP $41,504 | Seating 8 |
Engine 6.0L 300 hp V8 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 13 | Drivetrain 4WD |
