2005 GMC Yukon XL Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$37,163 to $52,785

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Aside from touch screen DVD navigation and Stabilitrak electronic stability control, the Yukon XL full size SUV didn't change too much for 2005. Drivers get their choice of two V8 powertrains: a 5.3 L, 295 hp model or a 6.0 L, 335 hp. The Yukon with the extended wheelbase comes in 13 trims in the last year before GMC decided to scale down the variations.

Expect gas mileage to come out to around 14 mpg in the city and 19 on the highway. All trims have 4 doors and seat 9 passengers. Max towing capacity ranges anywhere from 8000 to 9000 lbs. Max cargo capacity comes out to around 132 cubic feet.

Overall, drivers especially appreciate the '05 Yukon XL's roomy interior and powerful V8 lineup. On the other hand, critics would like to see better materials and less bulk for a less stressful ride in tighter residential areas. Despite the shortcomings, the 2005 GMC Yukon XL should satisfy any SUV fan's desire for power and modern features.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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User reviews for 2005 GMC Yukon XL

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by Steve B
May 04, 2023
Most well designed, functional, and comfortable vehicle I have ever owned.May 04, 2023
by Anonymous
Mar 01, 2023
I have owned 2 of these beasts and will not own anything else. Very reliable and safe for my family. Mar 01, 2023
by Anonymous
Oct 27, 2022
I purchased the product and noticed a problem with the mileage was not working in better performance. I removed the module and reinstalled to the egr connection and I went from 11.3 mpg to 13.7 better performance. I will purchase again great product.Oct 27, 2022

2005 GMC Yukon XL Pricing

Original MSRP
$37,163 to $52,785
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Trims & specs

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: vinyl

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Skid plate(s): front and rear

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: split-bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: vinyl

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Tires and Rims

Wheels: steel

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: camper style · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Front bumper color: chrome · Rear bumper color: chrome · Skid plate(s): front and rear

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Tires and Rims

Wheels: alloy

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Skid plate(s): front and rear

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: center

Exterior Features

Skid plate(s): front and rear

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: 40-20-40 split bench · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power retractable · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: center

Exterior Features

Skid plate(s): front and rear

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Skid plate(s): front and rear

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Spring Type: leaf springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-leaf

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Front side airbags

Audio System

6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel

Comfort Features

Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Adjustable pedals: power · Center console: front console with storage · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear

In Car Entertainment

Video system: DVD player

Lights

Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power · Roof rack color: black

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Suspension

Air Suspension: rear · Front Spring Type: torsion bars · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link

Telematics

Satellite communications: OnStar

Third Row Seat

Type: bench

Tires and Rims

Wheel type: aluminum alloy

Wheels

Wheel locks: front and rear

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Rear wiper: intermittent

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