2001 GMC Yukon Review
Fuel Economy
12 - 15 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
A strong drivetrain, well behaved road manners and a spacious and comfortable interior makes the Yukon one of the best full-size sport-utilities on the market.
Pros
Powerful V8 lineup, roomy and luxurious cabins, extensive list of standard features, standard all-wheel drive in Denali.
Cons
Interior fit-and-finish concerns, regular Yukon still too similar to the Chevy Tahoe.
What's New for 2001
The recently redesigned Yukon is virtually unchanged from last year. The high-level Yukon Denali is now based on the redesigned Yukon introduced last year. The Denali gets a 6.0-liter engine along with standard all-wheel drive and a host of other new features designed to elevate the top-of-the-line GMC above and beyond its more basic Yukon cousin.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
5.3 L GMC Yukon SLT
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 GMC Yukon SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Overall, a pretty good SUV... The 5.3 V8 gives you the horsepower you want. Gas mileage is the only downside, I average 14 with heavy city driving. I previously owned a 2004 Avalanche with the 5.3 V8 and I averaged 16.7, and I wish that my Yukon averaged that, because I was happy with 17. I recently replaced my O2 sensors (rear), as they were going bad, and improved my gas mileage by 2 MPG. I think I am going to get a K&N high-flow air filter. I had it on my truck, and I improved my gas mileage by about 1.5-2 MPG. I also noticed a little bit of a performance increase. Summary: Great car, just wish it got better gas mileage.
Favorite Features
5.3 V8, Very comfortable interior, pretty solid.
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage.
Some problems with my Yukon
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2001 GMC Yukon SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Overall, it has been an decent vehicle. Although, my transmission went out at 42,000 miles requiring a replacement. My biggest gripe is the emergency brake. We need it on boat ramps and it just doesn't work. It is a weird system with separate ebrake pads. I usually do this work myself. I guess I am going to have to break down and take it in.
Favorite Features
Comfortable ride and generally good features.
Suggested Improvements
Emergency brake design not end user friendly. The 1500 suspension is a little soft if you plan on pulling. Motor is great though.
6 years later and i still love it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 GMC Yukon Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I love the interior with its attention to detail. The exterior just commands attention and it has plenty of power. I pull a 6200 lb. camper with ease. In 136,437 miles Ive had two problems. One with the drive line ($500) and the other with the air conditioner ($900). And the Bose system is one of the best factory sound systems that I have ever heard.
Favorite Features
I bought my Denali new over six years ago and I still have strangers telling me that it is a beautiful vehicle. Thats my favorite feature.
Suggested Improvements
Get rid of the 3rd row seats. Theyre not usable anyway because of the small space. I leave my out.
Great Vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2001 GMC Yukon SLT 2WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I have owned this truck for 5 years now. It was a year old when I bought it. It now has 120,000 miles on it and runs like it did the day I bought it. Excellent power, good fuel economy for a V8. I get about 17mpg in town and 22mpg on interstate. Only complaint is that it knocks during the winter months when you first start it up. But has not caused a problem yet. Very comfortable vehicle and incredible reliable. Thumbs up GM!
Favorite Features
Comfort, power, towing capability.
Suggested Improvements
Engine knock, plastic cover for dash it has faded a little bit. Other than that none.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Best truck for the money!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2001 GMC Yukon SLT 2WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I have owned my '01 Yukon for about 2 years now and it has been very good to me. I currently have 66k miles and do about 12,000 a year and it gets reasonably good gas mileage for its size. I push the truck a little hard and it still gets 15 mpg(higher if I drive more conservatively). Overall I love the Yukon. It looks great, drives very nice, even with aftermarket 20'' wheels and 11'' wide tires, and it never has any issues. Just do the average scheduled maintenance and the truck will run forever. 4X4 takes on the New England snow with ease, which is great because I usaully have to leave my house before the roads are plowed. I would definitely buy another GM full-size SUV. The best!
Favorite Features
4X4 works great, but can still leave in 2wd for better mpg in good weather. Very comfortable interior with lots of space. Will tow a trailer with ease.
Suggested Improvements
Factory radio and speakers are poor quality.I might replace them. Also rear braking system is a poor design. Very expensive GM parts to replace, and rear hubs rot out over time and require a lot of labor. Front brakes are fine, no issues. Other than that no problems
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
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