GMC Yukon XL 1500 4WD

20002013 · 18 configurations

Lowest
12
Average
14
Best
17

The GMC Yukon XL 1500 4WD has been tested by the EPA across 18 different configurations spanning model years 2000 through 2013. Over this period, the Yukon XL 1500 4WD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 12 MPG to 17 MPG, with an overall average of 14 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
2013
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2012
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2011
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,500152117MPG
2008
6L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300121714MPG
2008
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$3,750141916MPG
2007
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$3,750141916MPG
2007
6L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300131714MPG
2006
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2005
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2004
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,300131714MPG
2004
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2003
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,600121613MPG
2003
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$4,300131714MPG
2002
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,600121513MPG
2002
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdGasoline or E85
$4,300121614MPG
2001
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,600121513MPG
2001
6L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$5,000111512MPG
2000
5.3L 8-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdRegular
$4,600121513MPG

Historical Efficiency

2013
17
2012
17
2011
17
2008
16
2007
16
2006
14
2005
14
2004
14
2003
14
2002
14
2001
13
2000
13

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Yukon XL 1500 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 XL 1500 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, GMC Suburban/Yukon XL (2000 on) (1950-2003 only; see 422 for 2004 on), GMC Suburban/Yukon XL (2004 on; see 431 for 1950- 2003) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
2,163
Total Deaths
1,070

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
25.2%
Fire Occurrence
3.0%
Speeding Involved
19.5%
DUI Involved
19.0%
Primary Impact Zone

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

81%
Front
10%
Side
8%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes179
Fatalities
97
Deaths/Crash
0.54
2022
Fatal Crashes220
Fatalities
124
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2021
Fatal Crashes263
Fatalities
134
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2020
Fatal Crashes255
Fatalities
112
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2019
Fatal Crashes206
Fatalities
122
Deaths/Crash
0.59
2018
Fatal Crashes212
Fatalities
116
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2017
Fatal Crashes204
Fatalities
79
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2016
Fatal Crashes237
Fatalities
115
Deaths/Crash
0.49
2015
Fatal Crashes210
Fatalities
87
Deaths/Crash
0.41
2014
Fatal Crashes177
Fatalities
84
Deaths/Crash
0.47

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2013
3
2012
2
2011
4
2007
4
2006
2
2005
3
2004
2
2003
4
2001
2
2000
12
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Advisory