2002 GMC Yukon XL Review

Too many kids

Written by: pete on 01/23/2009

Vehicle

2002 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I needed something that could fit 6 kids and still had the room for other things like a stroller fit for twins and groceries. This is the best vehicle that I have ever owned. The most reliable and definitely the best looking. The gas usage isn't nearly as bad as my friends told me before the purchase. But with this many kids I had no choice and it was a great one

Favorite Features

Leather seats, rear air and heating pretty much everyhthing

Suggested Improvements

When starting the truck it would be nice to have the radio turn up as slowly as the heating and air does

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Yukon XL experience

Written by: Keith on 11/29/2008

Vehicle

2002 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

We have been driving this SUV for three years. Relaibility has been the big issue. We've had to replace the fuel system, air conditioning system, knock sensors and have ther front end re-built because it wouldn't maintain alinement. Now we are having transmission problems at 90,000. In fairness, I have a friend with the same vehicle and similar mileage who has had no problems. Aside from the many mechanical problems we have enjoyed the SUV and find it comfortable to travel in with a large family. I'm disappointed that it has proved much less relaible than my 1996 Suburban.

Favorite Features

Good stereo, lots of passanger and cargo room, powerful dual air conditioning, feels safe

Suggested Improvements

Better quality control is needed. While I like the car I'd hesitate buying another one out of reliability concerns.

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Bad Apple

Written by: Derrick Leak Sr on 09/09/2008

Vehicle

2002 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 2WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I bought my 2002 Yukon XL(1500 2WD) brand new. By 30k miles my transmission went out, Steering wheels went clunk. My computer chip went bad not once but twice leaving the AC and heater running at full blast throughout the day/night until killing the battery. Between 30-45k the transmission had to be completely replaced. The GMC warranty folks just wanted me to agree on a warranty to wash their hands. I asked about all these problems and they were like never heard of anything like this before. After reading some of your viewers posts I see otherwise. I now have 81000 miles on it now and the tranny seal is leaking and the warranty is over. You already know how I feel.

Favorite Features

The vehicle is very nice looking. Summit white always clean, 20inch chrome wheels. Gas milelage is OK. I've had it so long that I'm used to it. It's best at a half a tank or better. It does good to excellent when traveling long distance (gas milelage wise)

Suggested Improvements

Sluggish performance when passing. Interior needs an upgrade.

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Best SUV on the market

Written by: leitew on 07/19/2008

Vehicle

2002 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 2WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is the best SUV on the market. Extremely reliable and confortable to drive. Purchase new in 2002 and now the odometer reads 97,000 miles. The average gas mileage is 16mpg (city and highway combined). The only mechanical problem was the steering that started to make a "clunk" noise at about 40K. Took to the dealer who repaired for about $400. Now at 97K the noise is back. Other than that no complaints. Excellent SUV, reliable and confortable to drive.

Favorite Features

Confortable to drive, safety and performance.

Suggested Improvements

Better gas mileage specially at today's gas prices.

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Worst car so far

Written by: clb7 on 09/06/2007

Vehicle

2002 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I bought my Yukon a little over 2 years ago and used to love it until recently, I have had to replace the rear end, 2 waterpumps, and the air conditioning. I thought I was all done but now my catalytic converter has gone out and I am sure that is not all that is going to go wrong. My back window is slowly quiting when you roll it up and my emergency brake has quit working all together. This is by far the worst car I have ever had, and the most expensive. I will not buy another one just for these reasons. Other than that, it is a great car, when it is running! I find that is great for the whole family and even pets and groceries but the reliabity just isn't there.

Favorite Features

Heated seats and rear headphones for children.

Suggested Improvements

Needs to be built better with durable parts of something. Mine is a lemon!

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