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GMC Yukon K1500 4WD

1994–2020 · 22 configurations

Lowest
12
Average
17
Best
18
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The GMC Yukon K1500 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 22 different configurations spanning model years 1994 through 2020. Over this period, the Yukon K1500 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 12 MPG to 18 MPG, with an overall average of 17 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2020
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2020
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Premium
$4,050142217MPG
2020
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,500152117MPG
2019
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2019
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,500152117MPG
2019
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Premium
$4,050142217MPG
2018
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 10-spd • Premium
$4,050142217MPG
2018
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2018
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,300162218MPG
2017
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$3,500152017MPG
2017
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2017
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,300162218MPG
2016
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,300162218MPG
2016
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2016
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$3,500152117MPG
2015
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,750142116MPG
2015
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Gasoline or E85
$3,300162218MPG
2015
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spd • Regular
$3,300162218MPG
2015
6.2L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spd • Regular
$3,500152117MPG
1994
5.7L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Regular
$5,000111512MPG
1994
5.7L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spd • Regular
$5,000111512MPG
1994
6.5L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spd • Diesel
$5,400141715MPG

Historical Efficiency

2020
17
2019
17
2018
18
2017
18
2016
18
2015
18
1994
15

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Yukon K1500 4WD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the GMC Yukon K1500 4WD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the GMC GMC Fullsize Jimmy/Yukon grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
209
Total Deaths
59

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
11.5%
Fire Occurrence
2.9%
Speeding Involved
9.1%
DUI Involved
12.9%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

78%
Front
8%
Side
14%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes31
Fatalities
12
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2022
Fatal Crashes40
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.33
2021
Fatal Crashes32
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.19
2020
Fatal Crashes35
Fatalities
11
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2019
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
5
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2018
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2017
Fatal Crashes16
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.19
2016
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2015
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
Query NHTSA FARS Database

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2020
2
2018
1
2016
1
2015
10
1994
5
Critical
Moderate
Advisory