DecodedCars2025 GMC Yukon
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV RWD, Xl 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 6.2L 8-cyl, 5.3L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Diesel, Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 21 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 209.8–225.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5,377–5,851 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 21.9% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 12 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 GMC Yukon is a standard SUV offered with 3 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 6.2L 8-cyl and 5.3L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 210 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,703 lb (At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 26 highway), 10% better than the 2025 standard SUV average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 85 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2025
- NHTSA overall rating up from 4 to 5 stars
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Yukon →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Arlington, Texas
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 Yukon configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD | 209.8 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,703 lb | 52/48 |
| 4dr SUV AWD | 209.8 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,565 lb | 52/48 |
| 4dr SUV RWD | 209.8 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,377 lb | 51/49 |
| Xl 4dr SUV AWD | 225.2 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,703 lb | 53/47 |
| Xl 4dr SUV RWD | 225.2 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,494 lb | 52/48 |
| Xl At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD | 225.2 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,851 lb | 53/47 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon XL 2WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | +10% | $4,150 | 442 |
| Yukon 2WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | +10% | $4,150 | 442 |
| Yukon XL 4WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +11% | $4,350 | 455 |
| Yukon 4WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +11% | $4,350 | 455 |
| Yukon 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -19% | $4,850 | 523 |
| Yukon 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -19% | $3,950 | 530 |
| Yukon XL 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -19% | $3,950 | 530 |
| Yukon 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -14% | $3,950 | 535 |
| Yukon XL 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | -24% | $5,150 | 544 |
| Yukon 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | -19% | $5,150 | 572 |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | -19% | $5,150 | 572 |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -19% | $4,200 | 571 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.9% |
| 2025 GMC Yukon XL SUV RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 21.2% |
Similar 2025 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 GMC Yukon (this car) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2025 Ford Expedition | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2025 Dodge Durango | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2025 Honda Pilot | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2025 Toyota Sequoia | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Nissan Armada | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (2)
Wheels › Hub · May 14, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V304000 · 2,457 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025â2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
- Risk
- A bolt that loosens or breaks during vehicle operation can result in loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the front left and right wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N262554630. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 14, 2026.
Equipment Adaptive/Mobility › Wheelchair Restraints/Securement › Latch/Anchor › · Dec 17, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V876000 · 86 vehicles
- Problem
- Rollx Vans (Rollx) is recalling certain GMC Yukon, Sierra, Chevrolet Express 2500, Ford Transit, E-250, Toyota Sienna, Sienna Hybrid, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Voyager, Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, and Ram Promaster vehicles equipped with QRT-Deluxe and QRT-Max wheelchair restraints. Please refer to Rollx's recall report for specific model year information. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
- Risk
- An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Rollx will work with Q'Straint to inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 5, 2026. Owners may contact Rollx's customer service at 1-800-956-6668.
Not every 2025 GMC Yukon is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 GMC Yukon buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 55 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Electrical System — 15 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Power Train — 9 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 16,184 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 GMC Yukon. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Yukon years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Yukon | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 84 |
| 2024 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 181 |
| 2023 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 472 |
| 2022 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 359 |
| 2021 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 14 | 572 |
| 2020 Yukon | 18 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 84 |
| 2019 Yukon | 18 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 126 |
| 2018 Yukon | 19 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 130 |
| 2017 Yukon | 19 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 359 |
| 2016 Yukon | 19 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 519 |
| 2015 Yukon | 18 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 10 | 966 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →