2016
GMC Yukon XL

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$59,700
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Available trims

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  • 2WD 4dr SLE
    Starts at
    $51,015
    16 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    9
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr SLE
    Starts at
    $54,015
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    9
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr SLT
    Starts at
    $59,700
    16 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr SLT
    Starts at
    $62,700
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2WD 4dr Denali
    Starts at
    $68,025
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4WD 4dr Denali
    Starts at
    $71,025
    14 City / 20 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Seats up to nine people
Regular- and extended-length (XL) versions
420-hp V-8 engine in Denali model
OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hot spot
Automatic braking safety feature available

The good & the bad

The good

Highway composure
Quietness
6.2-liter V-8's power
Numerous connectivity features

The bad

Numb brake-pedal feel
Interior design too similar to Chevrolet siblings
Some dashboard buttons could be larger
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 GMC Yukon XL base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
4/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
4/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
3/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
21.2%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
4/5
21.2%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 24,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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  • 2015
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    $50,440
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    MPG
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Consumer reviews

88% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
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Comfort 4.9
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.7
Value 4.1
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.5

Most recent

By MichaelH from Brentwood, TN
Used to own this car
February 3, 2024

By far the worst vehicle I’ve ever owned

I purchased my 2016 Yukon XL new in 2016. I serviced this vehicle per the owners manual with synthetic fluids. At 8k miles, the AC failed but it was covered under warranty so I didn’t think much of it. At 50k miles, the GPS quit working. At 77k miles, the transmission failed. At 90k miles the brake vacuum pump failed while towing a boat. At 112k miles an engine DOD lifter collapsed and destroyed the cam requiring a complete engine rebuild. A required part for the rebuild called the valve lifter oil manifold was on national back order for 8 months. I eventually traded it off not running for a new QX80. At this point, I realized how truly bad it was. The QX has done 102k miles without a single failure so far. The seats are so much more comfortable than the Yukon. The interior build quality is dramatically better as well. The power and towing capabilities are so far ahead of the Yukon that GM should be embarrassed. I had no idea what I was missing out on by owning a Yukon. Comfort, quality, reliability, and convenience are all things that the Yukon can’t provide. It was my 3rd and final GM product.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 2.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 1.0
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By Buckeys67 from Joelton., TN
Owns this car
November 12, 2020

Great SUV

I love the Yukon. It needs a few censors changed out but it drives so smooth. Very glad we made the choice to purchase it
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 GMC Yukon XL?

The 2016 GMC Yukon XL is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Denali (2 styles)
  • SLE (2 styles)
  • SLT (2 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 GMC Yukon XL?

The 2016 GMC Yukon XL offers up to 16 MPG in city driving and 23 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 GMC Yukon XL reliable?

The 2016 GMC Yukon XL has an average reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 GMC Yukon XL owners.

Is the 2016 GMC Yukon XL a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 GMC Yukon XL. 88.9% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.9
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.7
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.5

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