Description
Engine Choices
The cheapest way into Yukon ownership involves a 5.3-liter V8 engine that produces 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, all fed through the ten-speed automatic transmission found on every model. If that output sounds insufficient, the 6.2-liter V8’s output stands at 420 hp and 460 lb-ft. Fuel economy ranges from an EPA-estimated 15 miles per gallon city, 20 mpg highway, and 17 combined for the RWD SWB 5.3, down to 14/18/16 in the 6.2-liter 4WD XL.
Another option is the three-liter Duramax turbodiesel engine, which generates 277 hp and 460 lb-ft. Fuel economy improves to 21/27/23 MPG in RWD SWB guise or 20/26/22 in AWD LWB models.
Safety Features
Seven airbags are fitted into each Yukon cabin, alongside the Buckle to Drive system that prevents movement if the driver’s seatbelt is unlatched. Driver aids across the range include automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert with pedestrian braking, lane keep assist with departure warning, and parking sensors at both ends of the vehicle. SLT models are the first to receive side blind zone and rear cross-traffic alerts, AT4 gains hill descent control, Denali sports HD surround vision and Denali Ultimate receives hill descent control and various electronic trailer aids.
Connectivity
The Yukon’s dash is dominated by a 10.2-inch infotainment touchscreen with built-in Google, while a 12-inch color driver information center sits behind the steering wheel. Base models have a six-speaker audio system, whereas SLT models receive a nine-speaker Bose setup; Denali models increase this to 14 speakers and Ultimates have a total of 18 speakers throughout their cabins. Satellite radio and wireless smartphone charging are across-the-range features, alongside WiFi hotspot capabilities and USB ports throughout the cabin.
