What Changed

A six speed automatic becomes standard equipment on 5.3L models. Denali models add heated and cooled seats and new trim pieces for visual differentiation. A new 5.3L XFE model aims to improve the fuel efficiency. The XFE model features a lowered suspension to improve aerodynamics, while aluminum lower control arms and wheels reduce mass. Low rolling resistance tires are also equipped. As a result, fuel efficiency increases by 1 MPG.

Comparison to Prior Model

2009 GMC Yukon 2008 GMC Yukon
2009 GMC Yukon 2008 GMC Yukon
Price Range ($) $37,205 - $61,080 $35,345 - $52,875
Length (in) 202 202
Wheelbase (in) 116 116
Width (in) 79 79
Height (in) 76.9 76.9
Track (in) 68.2 68.2
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 613.1 613.1
Curb Weight (lbs.) 5301-6047 5438-5827
Legroom Total (in.)
  • 81.8 (First 2 rows)
  • 107.2
  • 80.3 (First 2 rows)
  • 105.7
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 123.1 (First 2 rows)
  • 157.7
  • 119.6 (First 2 rows)
  • 154.3
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 60.3 (Behind row 2)
  • 16.9
  • 60.3 (Behind row 2)
  • 16.9
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • 4WD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • 4WD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 4.8l V8 (295-bhp)
  • 5.3l V8 (310-bhp)
  • 6.0l V8 HEV (332-bhp)
  • 6.2l V8 (403-bhp)
  • 4.8l V8 (295-bhp)
  • 5.3l V8 (320-bhp)
  • 6.0l V8 HEV (332-bhp)
  • 6.2l V8 (380-bhp)
Transmissions A4, A6 A4, A6
City MPG 12-21 12-21
Highway MPG 19-22 18-22
more >> more >>