2004 GMC Yukon Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
With room for up to nine passengers, gutsy V8 engines and numerous passenger amenities, the Yukon is a full-featured family sport-ute that's tough to beat.
Pros
Strong engines, roomy and versatile interior, rugged chassis, numerous available amenities.
Cons
Spotty build quality, interior materials could be better.
What's New for 2004
For 2004, the Yukon features the addition of a tire-pressure monitoring system and newly styled optional 17-inch wheels. A chrome exhaust tip is now standard and the trailering package includes a seven-to-four-pin adapter and electric brake wiring harness. For added safety, the Yukon now features Hydroboost brakes, and there is a front passenger seatbelt reminder. The antenna for the optional XM Satellite Radio is smaller this year, and the rear-seat entertainment system can now be combined with a sunroof. Lastly, the passenger-side exterior door lock has been eliminated.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
I love this car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I really love this car! I bought it new in 2004 and it has 82,000 miles on it now. The only things I do to it are regular oil changes and tire rotations. I also changed the tires at 50,000 miles. I do not care for the third row seating as it is a pain to climb over the second row. Also the power and acceleration are not that great. Otherwise I will buy another Yukon when I buy my next vehicle.
Favorite Features
Comfort, style, reliability
Suggested Improvements
Passing power and third row seats.
Great large SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Bought it as a lease return with 36K. 5.3L, AWD, 17" wheels. Wanted a Denali, but not the mileage. Surprisingly tight turning radius! Loaded with moonroof, Bose,DVD,etc. No surprises. Very comfortable, enough space for family, very good power. Suits me perfectly! Gets slightly better MPG than my '98 Blazer with V6. 100 more miles per tank.
Favorite Features
295HP, AWD & firm (not harsh) ride. I love sound system & the DVD keeps our daughter entertained. Lots and lots of bells & whistles.
Suggested Improvements
I hate the owners manual. For almost $50k GM should write one for every vehile as equipped! Manual talks about how to turn on traction control/stabilitrac, which comes on automatically with ignition. I wanted to turn it off to have fun in the snow. I found out how by chance.
Was not "Professionial Grade"
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 6 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 4 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This was our third and last Yukon. This one was a loaded SLT with a 49K price tag. Wifes car, never off the pavement. At 42K miles the transfer case failed. Was at dealer for 3 weeks. At 51K miles, transfer case noise,same problem,another new transfer case. Squeeks and rattles at 32K miles. Electricial issues since the first month. Vehicle loses all preset data. Tire air sensers fail constantly. I will not buy another one. Pathetic fuel economy, but will pull a house.
Favorite Features
Design and tow ability. Comfortable.
Suggested Improvements
A better warranty. Better customer support. 2WD-4WD option. There is no excuse for a $50K SUV to have these issues. Never Again...
2 out 3 people found this review helpful
Owner
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 7 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
The spare tire is a 16" tire. At 25,300 mile I had tire damage, drove 200 miles on spare with 17" regular tires. Had to repace all 4 tires due to being a AWD and 25M miles on 35M mile tires. Repaced spare with correct size. Contacted GM and received a reply of nothing. Out $875.00 for tires at 25M miles. How cheap will GM go on a $50,000 car? Please check this problem if you buy a GM AWD. They will not stand behind any mechanical problem that may occur. They could at least put the correct spare tire on these expensive cars.
Favorite Features
The car is a pleasure to drive and I hope safe.
Suggested Improvements
The least thing, please put the correct spare tire on these cars and advise the purchaser of the possible problem and don't be so cheap. $50,000 is a fair amount of money to be this cheap.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Not Professionial Grade
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
A nice one to look at, but the squeaks and rattles are horrible. My transfer case bearings went bad at 40k miles, coolant leaks were due to bad factory hose clamps,The bearing issue is a known problem that should be recalled. Poor build quality. Dealer did not have bearing bearing is stock. Pathetic for a $53K Vehicle. My next will be a Toyota. If youare considering a Yukon, buy an extended warranty!
Favorite Features
Style and room.
Suggested Improvements
Better fuel economy. 14MPG is a joke. A better factory warranty. Better dealer support.
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