GMC Yukon XL vs Kia Telluride
Overview | |
Years produced2000-Present | Years produced2020-2025 |
MSRP$51,015 | MSRP$36,390 |
Listings9478 | Listings9403 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews SummaryWith options quickly disappearing in the near-luxury large SUV segment, the GMC Yukon XL seems to deliver with a duo of powerful engines, a wealth of seating and storage, and 8,000 pounds of towing capacity. But manufacturing oversights and some competent competition mean you should strongly consider alternatives before making your decision. Before you discount the Yukon entirely, take a look at improvements that have been added to the 2016: a faster processor for its IntelliLink system, Apple CarPlay, and added safety features like lane-keep assist and auto high beams, plus SLT trims and above are now fitted with a hands-free power rear liftgate. | |
Reviews SummaryFamily-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity9 | Seating Capacity8 |
Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City16 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | Engine Name3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Torque383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | Torque262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower355 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City16 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity9 | Seating Capacity8 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.3 cu ft | Cargo Space21.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight5536 lbs | Curb Weight4134 lbs |
Height74.4 in | Height68.9 in |
Length224.3 in | Length196.9 in |
Width80.5 in | Width78.3 in |
Wheelbase130.0 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload1633 lbs | Maximum Payload1642 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity8300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity6300 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2000-Present | 2020-2025 |
MSRP | $51,015 | $36,390 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.7 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | With options quickly disappearing in the near-luxury large SUV segment, the GMC Yukon XL seems to deliver with a duo of powerful engines, a wealth of seating and storage, and 8,000 pounds of towing capacity. But manufacturing oversights and some competent competition mean you should strongly consider alternatives before making your decision. Before you discount the Yukon entirely, take a look at improvements that have been added to the 2016: a faster processor for its IntelliLink system, Apple CarPlay, and added safety features like lane-keep assist and auto high beams, plus SLT trims and above are now fitted with a hands-free power rear liftgate. | Family-friendly, midsize three-row SUVs are a favorite of Americans, and nearly every mainstream car company offers one. Kia has three, and the Telluride is the largest of its gas-powered models (the electric-only EV9 is slightly larger). The Telluride debuted in 2020 to critical acclaim and commercial success, and since then has received several updates but not a redesign. We took a 2025 Kia Telluride on a 1,200-mile family road trip to Northern California and Yosemite, and remain impressed with this stylish and capable Kia. Verdict: Aging technology caused some irritation during a five-day road trip in the 2025 Kia Telluride. Otherwise, the Telluride was perfectly suited to long-distance travel–whether rolling down an Interstate, roaming a major city, or romping down trails near a national park. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 9 | 8 |
Horsepower | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 16 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 5.3L 355 hp V8 Flex Fuel Vehicle | 3.8L 291 hp V6 |
Torque | 383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm | 262 lb-ft @ 5200 rpm |
Horsepower | 355 hp @ 5600 rpm | 291 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 16 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 9 | 8 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.3 cu ft | 21.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 5536 lbs | 4134 lbs |
Height | 74.4 in | 68.9 in |
Length | 224.3 in | 196.9 in |
Width | 80.5 in | 78.3 in |
Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1633 lbs | 1642 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 8300 lbs | 5000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 6300 lbs | |
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