2005 GMC Yukon XL Consumer Reviews
Fuel Economy
13 - 15 mpg
Recent Consumer Reviews
(40 Total Reviews)
This is one Gas-Burning Dinasour!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 2 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL 2500 SLE 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
We've owned 2 in a row. I thought the 1st one was a lemon.This truck is the reason for GM troubles! If you plan on towing a heavy trailer 100% of the time, this is one solid vehicle. The other 99.9% of the consumers, stay away from it! If you transport 7 passengers, go buy a minivan. This truck will far exceed your monthly payment in gas consumption and will make you poor. It's hard to park, and believe me, you're not bragging to anyone by driving one. People feel sorry for you at the pump! Basically, a very expensive, low quality, gas-hogging beast all around. Buttons peel off, leather seats wear out in 12k miles. This car is 100% what a European or Asian car is not. It's a $45k shame!
Favorite Features
Great for towing. Traditional V8 engine, long wheelbase. Very strong! Remarkable Bose stereo sound.
Suggested Improvements
The control buttons peel off, seat leather cracks, steering wheel peels off all in less than 20k miles. Don't get caught without a warranty on this one! There has to be a better way to propel a vehicle like this without owning a gas station!
0 out 1 people found this review helpful
'05 Denali
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
The Denali XL has a very smooth ride. It has a great turning radius. Handles well in the snow. The engine is very quiet. Would like more gas mileage. The brakes are lasting a lot longer than my Toyota Sequioa brakes. Plenty of room for car pooling. Would recommend a change in where the CD player is (my purse is always changing the CDs) and a larger console compartment. Which should include a slot for pennies, not just other change. The covers for the cup holders are touch - very frustrating because everytime you touch them or set anything on them, they open. There are a couple of cubbies that have not use. Also, I'm disappoited that the finish on the console rubs off so easily
Favorite Features
Heated seats, in dash tire gauge, hands free phone.
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage. Bluetooth technology or cheaper phone rates. Move the CD player location. Talking navagation system. Cooled seats. MP3 hook ups. Automatic rear door open and close.
3 out 3 people found this review helpful
Strong Performer and Easy to Drive
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 1 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL 2500 SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I purchased this vehicle because I needed enough space for my three boys, and because I needed a competent tow vehicle with 4 wheel drive. This vehicle has exceeded my expectation! It's easy and enjoyable to drive, it has plently of power, and the mileage is fair. (If you can call 14 MPG fair.) Surprisingly, the vehicle is also easy to park and has a tighter turning radius then my much smaller and more sporty 4-door sedan. If you need a big vehicle, and I do mean BIG, and you can live with the "Wow! That's a BIG car!" jokes and the poor mileage this vehicle is for you. If I could relive this vehicle's purchase, I would still buy the vehicle again. Overall, it's a great vehicle with bad MPG.
Favorite Features
Interior comfort, steering and handling, power.
Suggested Improvements
Better looking wheel moldings (surprisingly color-matched wheel moldings were only available on the less expensive Chevy Suburban, better looking alloy wheels, and better MILEAGE!!!
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
I Love It!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This is the most comfortable car I have ever owned! I'm partially disabled, and this is not only the easiest car to drive, I've found it to be the most functional. The running boards make it easy to get in & out of; height & design give me great visibility. We took out the 3rd seat (2 minutes!) and I can easily put the back seat down (it's split so I can carry cargo and passengers!) to carry the dogs, groceries, and just about anything else I can think of! There's over 6 feet back there. Controls are thoughtfully arranged, along with separate climate control for the rear area....the dogs just love it~! And the stereo w/Bose speakers is icing on the cake!
Favorite Features
Comfy to drive; the onboard computer monitor system and steering wheel controls relieve a lot of anxiety when I'm alone. Stereo! Cargo area functionality ..so easy to configure
Suggested Improvements
Rear and front sensors for parking and backing. Button to close rear door. Remote control to open rear door (not just unlock it) Improve interior lighting (spot lights for passengers in rear)
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Yukon XL
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This is the fourth Yukon I have owned. This is the first XL however. I love the extra room I have and the XL is just as easy to handle as the shorter version. The heated front seats make early morning travel a pleasure! The electronic folding mirrors make going through a car wash so easy. I plan to purchase a new 2007 XL in about 6-12 months. This is the best large SUV on the market. The trade in valus doesn't depreciate like the other SUV's.
Favorite Features
Heated seats, extra room, fun and sun package, electronic folding side mirrors
Suggested Improvements
None that I can think of right now
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
2005 Yukon
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I am very pleased with my truck. If I had the chance to buy this truck again I would. Excellent fuel economy, best in class. Strong build. GMC reputation. Overall driving experience is great. I use this truck for everyday purposes and I am pleased.
Favorite Features
Everything
Suggested Improvements
It should have a split seat in the second row. Tow capacity should be more for this class.
GMC XL Denali
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Just coming to the end of my first year of ownership( 20K miles) No problem to report. Love the GPS/Nav system.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
The only complaint is the fixed front console which get crowded when you get two drinks or cups in it.
Great Truck
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I bought the dealers demo model that came standard with two rear LCD TVs that can accomodate, DVD, TV or wireless playstation. The rearview camera is helpful in leaving the driveway.
Favorite Features
Rearview camera, 20 inch rims, XM Radio
Suggested Improvements
Design flares into wheel wells
My 3rd Denali!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This is my 3rd Denali and my son has a Yukon not to mention we have had 3 other GMC products. I have been happy with GMC products, not some of the dealers for servicing them.......but happy with the product. I have 4 children and love the entertainment package.
Favorite Features
Roomy, navigation come in quite handy since the death of my husband. When I am taking my 4 children on vacation, I have that sense of security with the navigation and onstar. The DVD keeps the kids entertained if not watching movies, they are playing Playstation or xbox on the tv.
Suggested Improvements
Need more storage space in the back seats where the kids are located, for their games etc.
Great Truck!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 GMC Yukon XL Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This is our 3rd Yukon and I love it! It is very dependable which is important when you have kids. The amount of space is great and it drives so comfortably. I will continue to buy these SUVs and recommend them to my friends!
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
A button that automatically brings down the hatch back would be nice and a rearview camera for backing up.
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