2020 GMC Yukon XL Review
Price Range: $29,975 - $44,998





+190
Average
7.4
out of 10
edmunds TESTED
The 2020 Yukon XL offers a large cargo area, high towing capacity and a quiet, roomy cabin. There's a lot of capability for the money here. But the truck-based underpinnings result in an excessively high floor for the cargo area and a rough ride.
2020 GMC Yukon XL Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What's new
- The Yukon XL carries over essentially unchanged for 2020
- Part of the third Yukon XL generation introduced for 2015
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois
$239/mo for Yukon XL SLE
Yukon XL SLE
vs
$251/mo
Avg. Large SUV
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Reliability Ratings by RepairPal
3 out of 5 stars3/5Average
#14 out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$652/yr
vs. $614/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV
for Average Fullsize SUV
Frequency
1.64x/yr
vs. 1.59x/yr
for Average Fullsize SUV
for Average Fullsize SUV
Severity
20.4%
vs. 16.7%
for Average Fullsize SUV
for Average Fullsize SUV
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GMC Yukon XL Owner Reviews
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Dependable, easy to drive, never a problem.
5 out of 5 starsLCH, 05/09/2018
2018 GMC Yukon XL SLE 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 6A)
I've owned this car for 4 years and it's been, by far, the most reliable car I've ever had. Not one problem.
I bought it specifically for the space. It replaced a Ford Excursion, which was large, but gave me nothing but problems. The Yukon is sightly more difficult for me to park, but aside from that, it's a terrific family car.
I highly recommend bucket seats in the second row: … you'll want to keep this car long after the kids get big and they eventually won't like climbing over the seat. Adults fit just fine in the third row (wouldn't be my first choice, but it will do in a pinch).
The only down side is that you'll be stuck driving for every out-of-town trip.
My3rd Large GM SUV is most expensive and worst yet
1 out of 5 starsJ, 02/24/2018
2017 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 8A)
This is my 3rd Large GM SUV after having a 2001 Tahoe and 2012 Suburban (both of which I love) and owning it has been an absolute nightmare. I've had 6 different warranty issues and the car has spent 21 of the first two months I owned it in Dealership service for warranty work. If I could give "0" stars I would. Issues have been paint related in three areas, a recurring steering column … scratch, a water leak in the rear hatch, an electrical short causing the doors not to lock, a squeak in the rear of the vehicle, and a kinked trim piece in the steering wheel assembly. Three of the issues still exist and I am pursuing lemon law protection. I've reached out to GMC multiple times who have not been able to provide any meaningful support. Steer clear - GM quality has taken a steep decline. In my experience dealerships are unwilling or unempowered to help and GM Corp doesn't appear to be willing to stand behind their product. This has been the most regrettable purchase of my life.
Big solid comfort
5 out of 5 starsStephen Webb, 08/30/2018
2018 GMC Yukon XL SLT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 6A)
I purchased a 2018 Yukon XL SLT with the Open Road and Premium Edition packages. It is a very large vehicle, solid, comfortable, luxurious, and can carry 7 people AND their luggage. The only time I feel I’m driving a big SUV is when it comes to parallel parking or entering parking garages. It is incredible on long road trips. The XL is rock solid, great seats, and a quiet … comfortable ride.
Drives small
4 out of 5 starsJeff H, 11/28/2019
2020 GMC Yukon XL Denali 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A)
For such a large vehicle it drives like a car not a truck and is easy to handle. It won't fit in a compact parking space but is really comfortable to travel in and holds the road really well
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 GMC Yukon XL, so we've included reviews for other years of the Yukon XL since its last redesign.
2020 Yukon XL Highlights
SLE
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $52,400 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $239/month |
Seating | 8 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 39.3 cu.ft. |
rear wheel drive | |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Yukon XL models:
- Forward Collision Alert
- Issues an alert if a potential collision with another vehicle or a pedestrian seems imminent, and it can initiate braking if necessary.
- Safety Alert Seat
- Generates vibrating pulse patterns in the seat cushion to alert the driver to potential collisions on the left or right side of the car.
- Teen Driver
- Enhances safety for young drivers. Includes custom speed alerts and limits on audio volume.
NHTSA Overall Rating
4 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall4 / 5Driver4 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover3 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover21.2%
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