One of the most recognizable full-size SUVs on the road, the GMC Yukon has been a hit with celebrities, bureaucrats, and sports personnel alike as it offers the best in class space and rides quality along with a wide range of features and creature comforts. The Yukon is GMC’s flagship SUV and is also one of the most preferred ones on the road.

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Pros	Cons	What's New
Towing Prowess	Third-row is a little squeezed up	No major upgrades for 2011
Sound Ergonomics	Cargo capacity could have been improved
Better performance curveÂ

Over All Rating 7.2 Out of 10
Pricing and Features	6.00
Pricing and Feature	6.00
Features	7.00
Engine and Performance	8.10
Fuel Economy	8.00
Interior	8.10
Exterior	8.00
Safety	6.80
Competition	7.00

Notable Rankings

#5 in Fullsize Suv

#13 in Suv

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Trims

Fleet$36,765 onwards

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SLE$38,945 onwards

17-inch polished aluminum Wheels
50-50 split-bench Third row seats
ABS and driveline Traction control
Driver Lumbar support
Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
Heated mirrors
Premium cloth Seat trim
Rear air conditioning with controls
Remote keyless entry

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SLT$44,460 onwards

1St row LCD monitor
Front Fog/driving lights
Leather Seat trim
Ultrasonic Parking assist

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Denali$53,650 onwards

10-Speakers audio system
20-Inch alloy wheels
Blind spot warning
Driver Lumbar support
Fog lamps
Navigation system

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2011 GMC Yukon SLT

SLT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 6A)

2011 GMC Yukon SLT

SLT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 6A)

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Denali

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Denali

2011 GMC Yukon Denali

Denali 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

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Denali 4dr SUV AWD (6.2L 8cyl 6A)

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Colors and Styles

Carbon Black

Expert Review, Pricing Analysis and Buying Guide

The Yukon is available in three trim levels with the prices starting from $39,895 for the RWD version of the base ‘SLE’ trim and it goes all the way up to $57,595 for the range-topping AWD version of the ‘Denali’ trim. The high towing capacity of more than 8000 lbs along with measurable spaciousness is another highlight of this machinery. But even with this much ability, It still has to face stiff competition against the Chevrolet Tahoe, Ford Expedition, and Toyota Sequoia in the full-size SUV segment.

Features

7.0/10

The 2011 GMC Yukon comes in three different trim levels namely the SLE, SLT, and the Denali, and each of them is equipped with both RWD and AWD drive layouts. In terms of trim specialty, the Base SLE gets plenty of features for convenience and tech-end. The list enjoys the mentioning of the Tow/haul mode selector, tri-zone automatic climate control, and the PASS-Key III. On top of that, the cabin does have a Theft-deterrent system and OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation incorporated into it. After that comes the SLT trim which further adds leather upholstery for the seats with an embedded heater. It also has Stolen Vehicle Assistance and Automatic Crash Response extensions in its realm. The Denali trim gets a suite of safety features and each variant justifies the price tag that gets associated with it.

Trim	SLE	SLT	Denali
MSRP (RWD)	$39,895	$45,410	$54,600
MSRP (AWD)	$43,955	$48,265	$57,595
Key Features	17” wheels	Everything on the SLE +	Everything on SLT +
	Roof Rails	Fog lamps	20-inch alloy wheels
	Automatic headlights	Leather upholstery	Navigation system
	Cruise Control	Remote engine start	Heated 8-way power front seats
	Automatic climate control, Tri-zone	Rear-view camera	Ventilated front seats
	Onstar infotainment	Power adjustable pedals	Automatic damping suspension

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The SLT trim level with the AWD drivetrain option is the most preferred one amongst buyers as it comes in the middle of all the price tags and offers equivalent handling, comfort, and performance. The interior is as enriched as Denali to a large extent. It does not disappoint in getting you cozy in the seats with high cushioning for long hauling. Thus, one should avoid Denali and invest those saved dollars in other packages to enhance the overall feel.

Engine and Performance

8.1/10

The 2011 GMC Yukon comes with a massive 5.3 L naturally aspirated V8 engine that produces 320 horsepower and 335 lb-ft. of torque. You can also spot an even bigger 6.2 L naturally aspirated V8 under the hood that produces 403 horsepower and 417 lb-ft. of torque. Both the powertrains are mated to the same 6-speed automatic transmission unit with which the power is either transferred to only the rear wheels or all the wheels. With this setup at work, the Yukon can do a 0-60 mph acceleration pull in 7.9 seconds and can cover a quarter-mile distance within the 16-second mark which is pretty impressive for a full-size SUV that weighs over 5,500 lbs. It also has a top speed of 139 mph.

Models	2011 GMC Yukon	2011 Chevrolet Tahoe	2011 Ford Expedition	2011 Toyota Sequoia
MSRP	$39,895	$38,930	$38,270	$41,915
Engine	5.3 L, naturally aspirated, V8	5.3 L, naturally aspirated, V8	5.4 L, naturally aspirated, V8	4.6 L, naturally aspirated, V8
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD	RWD
Transmission	6-speed automatic	6-speed automatic	6-speed automatic	6-speed automatic
Power	320 hp @ 5,400 rpm	320 hp @ 5,400 rpm	310 hp @ 5,100 rpm	310 hp @ 5,400 rpm
Torque	335 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm	335 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm	365 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm	327 lb-ft @ 3,400 rpm
0-60 MPH (sec)	7.9	8	8.4	7.9
Quarter mile (sec)	16	16.1	16.5	15.9
Top Speed (MPH)	139	139	132	139

The Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon are no less than siblings in their powertrain packages and their delivery. Both of them share the same reputation of being the most desirable among the rivals as the Toyota Sequoia might have an edge of some hundredth of a second over them but its higher price tag sway the audience towards the former two. The Ford Expedition comes last in this performance segment clocking 8.4 seconds to 60mph but mind you that it has the class-leading torque of 365lb.-ft available which is handy while high towing.

Fuel Economy

8.0/10

The Yukon has a decent fuel economy despite being a full-size SUV. It delivers a combined fuel economy of 17 MPG while delivering 15 and 21 MPG in the city and highway driving conditions, respectively. Having a 26-gallon fuel tank has proven to be useful for the Yukon as it offers a maximum range of up to 546 miles in ideal scenarios. These figures go down to 14, 18, 16 MPG for city, highway, and overall when coupled with the 6.2L variant as with higher volume, the mixture homogeneity of the air-fuel suffers.

Models	2011 GMC Yukon	2011 Chevrolet Tahoe	2011 Ford Expedition	2011 Toyota Sequoia
MPG (City)	15	15	14	14
MPG (Highway)	21	21	20	20
MPG (Combined)	17	17	16	16
Fuel Capacity (Gallons)	26	26	28	26.4
Range (City/Highway/Combine, in Miles)	390/546/442	390/546/442	392/560/448	369.6/528/422.4

The GMC Yukon and Chevrolet Tahoe both share the same engine units and hence deliver the same fuel economy and that too with similar range coverage. The Toyota Sequoia, on other hand, may have slightly lower efficiency but its fuel tank of 28-gallons makes up for that. The most stunning among all is the one which lagged behind them in its performance curve. The Ford Expedition gets them with its supreme range of 560 miles in a go and thus sets the trend for them to follow.

Interior

8.1/10

The interior of the 2011 GMC Yukon is content in many regards. The leatherette right from the dashboard to seats and steering depending on the trim strata is a valuable return on your investment. The power-adjustability has been made standard across all the trim but the permutation of flexing may vary from 6-way to 10-way as we move from the Base SLE to Denali. It even gets a tri-zone automatic climate control along with an integrated heater unit and heating ducts. The flexibility inside the cabin is further enhanced with the 60/40 split-folding and 50/50 split-bench seats in the second and third-row respectively. The seating height is also taken into account with nice cushioning and visibility.

Models	2011 GMC Yukon	2011 Chevrolet Tahoe	2011 Ford Expedition	2011 Toyota Sequoia
Seating Capacity	8	8	8	8
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)	40.3 / 65.3 / 41.3	41.1 / 65.3 / 41.3	41.1 / 60.2 / 43.2	38.6 / 66.4 / 42.5
Second Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)	39.2 / 65.2 / 39	39.2 / 65.2 / 39	39.8 / 63.7 / 39.1	38.9 / 66.1 / 36.5
Third Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in)	37.9 / 61.7 / 25.6	37.9 / 61.7 / 25.6	38.3 / 51.9 / 37.7	36 / 66 / 35.3
Cargo Capacity (cubic feet)	16.9	16.9	18.6	18.9

As far as comparison is concerned, each has something to offer in their specified boundary. For instance, when it comes to third-row space, the Toyota Sequoia seems to put all the other SUVs to shame as it can even accommodate adults quite comfortably there. The Expedition can also be rated on the same block as that of the Toyota Sequoia if you would consider it on an average basis. The Tahoe and Yukon seem to be parallel here with their same cargo capacity and seating arrangements in all the rows and that is why they are equally cramped in their rear zone.

Some standout interior features are:

10-way power-adjustable seats
Tri-zone automatic climate control
Rear seat auxiliary climate control ducts
Power tilt steering wheel with heating
Leather upholstery

How intuitive is the 2011 GMC Yukon’s infotainment unit?

The Yukon comes with some of the best infotainment features in its class and these features are a major part of why the GMC Yukon is preferred so much. All trim levels of the Yukon get Bose surround-sound system as standard with a 9-speaker unit in conjunction with a subwoofer. There is Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity on offer as well. One can also avail of some of the additional packages like the Sun, Entertainment, and Destinations Package with some extra bucks.

Some standout infotainment features are:

Bose surround sound system with 10 speakers
SiriusXM satellite radio
Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity
Steering wheel controls for the infotainment system
Auxiliary Audio Input

Exterior

8.0/10

When it comes to exterior styling and design, the GMC Yukon maintains its bold and bossy character with its silhouette. The design language is so consistent that even the 17-inch and 20-inch alloy wheels look apt and adaptive to their muscularity. The front is wide and long which holds dual halogen composite headlamps along with the chrome-accented grille. There are other features as well like the assist steps, gray-finish air dam, and heated power-adjustable mirrors along with roof-mounted luggage rack side rails which have been attached to its outfit. Therefore, the GMC Yukon is as operational as it should be with its exterior offering.

Models	2011 GMC Yukon	2011 Chevrolet Tahoe	2011 Ford Expedition	2011 Toyota Sequoia
Curb Weight (lbs.)	5636	5636	5611	5680
Length (in.)	N / A	N / A	N / A	205.1
Width (in.)	79	79	78.8	79.1
Height (in.)	76.9	76.9	77.2	77
Ground Clearance (in.)	9	10.5	8.7	9.9
Wheelbase (in.)	116	116	119	122

The GMC Yukon and all other rivals are within the standard limit of their design dimensions. This allows them to have dynamics at par with one another. There is hardly any gap in their weight distribution which drives home the point that they would have the same braking bite and longitudinal-lateral force shifts. Moreover, the risk of rollover would also be on the same scale only. Hence, it is very difficult to come to any conclusion as per one’s edge over another and then provide justification for that.

Some standout exterior features are:

20-inch machined alloy wheels
Heated power-folding mirrors
Chrome grille
Blacked out assist steps

Safety

6.8/10

GMC has taken care of a lot of feature-related and platform-related concerns with the Yukon and safety is one of them. It proves to be one of the safest options in the segment with an overall safety rating of 4 stars from the NHTSA and similar status ratings from the IIHS. While standard features are adequate, there are some assistance available with it as well which are the OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics and Stolen Vehicle Assistance.

Some standout safety features are:

Tire pressure monitoring system
Electronic Stability Control
Automatic Crash Response System
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist with Audible sound
Stolen vehicle assistance

Final Verdict

The 2011 GMC Yukon seems to be one of the best options for those who are looking for a full-size SUV. It proves to be one of the most practical SUVs out there thanks to the well-balanced ride quality, long list of infotainment features and creature comforts, and the practicality that it brings along with its decent safety ratings. It is definitely worth the money being spent and could be given preference in the first place.

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vehicle bio

base price

$53650

body style

4dr SUV

engine type

displacement

376 cu in

horse power

403 hp @ 5700 rpm

torque

417 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm

transmission

6-Speed Automatic w/Overdrive

dimensions

length

202 in

wheelbase

116 in

width

79 in

curb weight

5624 lbs

Height

76.9 in

Ground Clearance

9 lbs

capacity

passenger volume

40.3 cu ft

cargo volume

108.9 cu ft

passenger capacity

5 Seats

fuel economy

city/combined/highway

14/16/18 mpg

highway range

468 mi

warranty

basic warranty

3 yr./ 36000 mi.

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Cons - Body roll, Acceleration, Noisy, Choppy drive.

Feels heavy Apart from the large cabin, the Yukon feels very cumbersome to drive and makes a lot of noise. This car also has a lot of body rolls. All their claims about this car turned out to be false

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Fleet$36,765 onwards

SLE$38,945 onwards

SLT$44,460 onwards

Denali$53,650 onwards

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Features

vehicle bio

base price

body style

engine type

displacement

horse power

torque

transmission

dimensions

length

wheelbase

width

curb weight

Height

Ground Clearance

capacity

passenger volume

cargo volume

passenger capacity

fuel economy

city/combined/highway

highway range

warranty

basic warranty

2011 GMC Yukon User Reviews

2.5

Powerful and spacious large SUV

Pros - Interior, acceleration, handling, strong engine and towing capability along with good fit and finish.

Cons - Lacks a telescoping steering wheel.

Bulky and luxurious large SUV

Pros - Easy to drive, high towing capacity, quick acceleration, luxurious interior along with good fit and finish.

Cons - Lacks a telescoping steering wheel and the third row doesn't fold flat.

Lazy drive

Pros - Spacious.

Cons - Body roll, Acceleration, Noisy, Choppy drive.

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