2008 GMC Yukon XL Consumer Reviews

Great Family car

Written by: Good Truck on 09/10/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This is the best driving car I have ever had. It is wonderful for trips for families that have more than 4 people. While the gas mileage is not great. I get 18 miles on the highway fully loaded with cargo going 75 MPH with cruise control on. This is not much worse than our old minivan. The AWD makes you feel like you are glued to the road. The optional rear camera is a must. It makes backing out a snap. The turning radius is as good as any sedan. No joke. The interior looks like a Lexus and there is a ton of room. This car is identical to the Escalade except for the grade of leather.

Favorite Features

AWD, rear camera, interior

Suggested Improvements

Better MPG

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Great Yukon in Wisconsin

Written by: W is for Wisconsin on 02/16/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Yukon XL SLE 1500 4dr SUV w/3SA (5.3L 8cyl 4A)

Review

We ordered our SLT 4SB equipped Yukon XL with enough extras to satisfy everyone in our family. The DVD player will keep the backseat occupants entertained and the Navigation with the Points of Interest will keep us informed. The backup camera is a must, even though it is tied to the navigation and DVD player. The ride quality started with a 160 mile trek home after signing the papers. The Yukon was baptized with heavy snow and freezing mist and performed remarkably. The 5.3 engine is strong when passing and efficient. I am averaging 18mpg on the Hwy. That was with 6 aboard, the DVD playing, and all 4 heated seats going. My wife really likes it too. I hope I get to drive it again.

Favorite Features

Everything up from the 20" tires and under the Moon roof. The DVD, navi, backup camera, power liftgate, remote start, and powerfolding seats are frosting on the cake. The Navi DVD has its own slot behind the screen so CDs or DVD movies can be played while the Navi is running.

Suggested Improvements

Bluetooth would be nice. Also, the middle bench seat should recline like the middle row captain chairs.

14 out 15 people found this review helpful

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Excellent

Written by: Marlene on 02/12/2008

Vehicle

2008 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The engine is a 6.3, 16 miles in city, and on trips from Pataskala, OH, to Cold Spring, KY I can average 21 - 24 miles to the gallon. Why can you not rate this SUV as an excellent buy? My daughter and her family have taken it to N.C. from Cold Spring, KY, and they average 18.5 to 21 mpg. You have the american people thinking they cannot get the big GMC, and get good gas mileage. Our neighbors bought a Surburban after we told them about how good the gas mileage is on ours. We also told another neighbor who told us they didn't think they could afford putting gas into one. They now have a 2008. In our subdivision of about 120 houses there are over a dozen GMC's or Suburbans.

Favorite Features

Seats get warm fast (4), and since the back of the seat warms also it sure feels good on a bad back. The equiped hand controls for DVD, SM radio. Easy to reach controls. Feels good on long trips. Comfortable, since my husband and I both have long legs. Grand kids love it, because of the DVD.

Suggested Improvements

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Comfort, Style & Power. Priced Right

Written by: avatarfg on 09/13/2007

Vehicle

2008 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Just traded 2004 Escalade ESV for this '08 Denali XL. So far, the first 2000 miles have been great. Highway mileage really is about 18 mpg as stated, if you go 65 mph. Mileage dramatically decreases at 75-80+ mph. Ride and power are excellent. Cruising on the highway is a joy. Handling is great for it's size but this is no go cart. Turning radius is very nice. Rear camera takes a little getting used to but is a very nice addition. Also love the new power hatch. Styling is great. Mechanical & fit and finish have all been very good except for tailgate hitch cover which is a flimsy section of bumper that attaches loosely with a poor fit. Sound system, nav & XM are all great quality.

Favorite Features

380hp 6200 engine of course! 6 speed tranny, power hatch, nav, interior styling, backup camera, value

Suggested Improvements

Blue tooth, trailer hitch cover, maybe offer a few other 20" chrome mag choices than just be stuck with the one everyone has.

70 out 78 people found this review helpful

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