2015 GMC Yukon XL 1500 review
GMC Yukon XL 1500 highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
14 city, 20 highway, 16 combined
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What is new for the 2015 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
- Yukon XL 1500 trims have been upgraded with Fold-Away Third Row, Lane Departure Warning, Power Folding Third Row, Smart Key, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Cruise Control, Head Up Display, and Blu-ray Video System features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SLE trim now comes with Full Roof Rack as standard equipment.
- The SLT trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel, A/C Seat(s), Blind Spot Monitor, Memory Seat(s), Rear Seat Heaters, and Power Hatch/Deck Lid as standard equipment.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the GMC Yukon XL 1500 an overall reliability rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks GMC Yukon XL 1500 14th out of 16 among Fullsize SUVs.
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SLE 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Full Roof Rack
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Full Roof Rack
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Entertainment System
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
5.3L
Horsepower
355
Torque (ft-lbs)
383
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
31
Wheelbase
130"
Overall length
224.3"
Width
80.5"
Height
74.4"
Leg room
F 45.3"/M 39.7"/R 34.5"
Head room
F 42.8"/M 39.1"/R 38.5"
Front tires
P265/65R18
Rear tires
P265/65R18
Seating capacity
8
Max towing capacity
650/6500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2015 GMC Yukon XL 1500 FAQ
The 2015 GMC Yukon XL 1500 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SLE: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- SLT: 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Denali: 15 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
The GMC Yukon XL 1500 received a rating of 3 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the GMC Yukon XL 1500 as 13 out of 16 among Fullsize SUV
The 2015 GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 6300 and 8300 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2015 GMC Yukon XL 1500:
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Lane Departure Warning
- Power Folding Third Row
- Smart Key
- Android Auto
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