2021 GMC Yukon XL 1500 review
GMC Yukon XL 1500 highlights
Customer rating
Mileage (EPA estimate)
14 city, 19 highway, 16 combined
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What is new for the 2021 GMC Yukon XL 1500?
- The Yukon XL 1500 is available in a new trim called the AT4.
- The SLT Standard Edition trim has been discontinued for 2021.
- Yukon XL 1500 trims have been upgraded with Quad Seats and Turbo Diesel Engine as standard equipment this year.
- Panoramic Sunroof and Adjustable Suspension features are now available as options on select trims.
- The SLT trim now comes with Fold-Away Third Row and 20 Inch Plus Wheels as standard equipment.
- The Denali trim now comes with Fold-Away Third Row as standard equipment.
- The SLE trim now comes with Navigation System as standard equipment.
2021 GMC Yukon XL 1500 trims
SLE:
- 277-hp, 460-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- 355-hp, 383-lb-ft of torque 5.3L
- Automated Cruise Control
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Power Seats
- Cloth Seats
- Smart Key
- Power Mirrors
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Air Conditioning
- View our GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLE inventory
SLT:
- Includes all features available on the SLE
- Memory Seats
- Leather Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Lane Departure Warning
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- View our GMC Yukon XL 1500 SLT inventory
AT4:
- Includes all features available on the SLT
- Quad Seats
- Rear Seat Heaters
- View our GMC Yukon XL 1500 AT4 inventory
Denali:
- Includes all features available on the AT4
- 420-hp, 460-lb-ft of torque 6.2L
- Head Up Display
- Power Folding Third Row
- View our GMC Yukon XL 1500 Denali inventory
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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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Denali 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Turbo Diesel Engine
- Adjustable Suspension
- Automated Cruise Control
- Full Roof Rack
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Rear Entertainment System
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.0L
Horsepower
277
Torque (ft-lbs)
460
Engine type
Turbo Diesel
Fuel capacity
28
Wheelbase
134.4"
Overall length
225.2"
Width
81"
Height
76.5"
Leg room
F 44.5"/M 42"/R 36.7"
Head room
F 42.3"/M 38.9"/R 38.2"
Front tires
275/60R20
Rear tires
P275/65R20
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
760/8100 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2021 GMC Yukon XL 1500 FAQ
The 2021 GMC Yukon XL 1500 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Denali: 14 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- Denali: 21 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SLE: 16 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- SLE: 21 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- SLT: 16 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- SLT: 21 MPG City and 27 MPG Highway
- AT4: 15 MPG City and 19 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 2021 GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of between 7900 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 2021 GMC Yukon XL 1500:
- AT4
- Quad Seats
- Automated Cruise Control
- Turbo Diesel Engine
- Panoramic Sunroof
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