The 2023 GMC Yukon and 2023 GMC Yukon XL are full-size SUVs with the power to take the whole family, plus your horses or boat, on a weekend adventure. This three-row SUV can tow up to 8,400 pounds, offers a choice between three energetic engines, and offers a range of capable off-roading features. For more details on the 2023 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL engines, read through this guide crafted by the Fox Valley Buick GMC team.
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The 2023 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL offer the same three engines across their lineups — the 5.3L V8, 3.0L Duramax® turbo diesel, and 6.2L V8. Of the three, the 5.3L V8 engine boasts the highest towing capacity at 8,400 pounds. The 3.0L Duramax turbo diesel, when under the hood of the Yukon XL, achieves up to a 756-mile range on a full tank of gas. And the 6.2L V8 engine produces the highest horsepower in this engine lineup. All three engines are standard with a ten-speed automatic transmission.
What are some other GMC Yukon performance features? The first-in-class four-corner air ride adaptive suspension is engineered to deliver a smooth driving experience over rough terrain. Switch in and out of four-wheel drive with the Autotrac® two-speed transfer case. Make towing easier with the ProGrade™ trailering system, which comes with hitch guidance with hitch view, an in-vehicle trailering app, and trailer side blind zone alert.
Off-road with confidence with help from features like magnetic ride control, Active Response 4WD™ system, hill descent control, and a traction select system with sport mode, off-road mode (4WD modes only) or tow/haul mode.
View 2023 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL engine specs in the accompanying table.
There are five 2023 GMC Yukon models — SLE, SLT, AT4, Denali, and Denali Ultimate — each of which have different engines that are available with them. The GMC Yukon AT4 and GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate are only available in 4WD, while the other GMC Yukon models can be equipped with either 2WD or 4WD. Take a look at which engines are available with which models in the accompanying lists.
A full-size SUV like the 2020 GMC Yukon and 2020 GMC Yukon XL needs to produce enough power to transport up to nine passengers and tow up to 8,500 pounds. That’s why you’ll find two dependable V8 engines on the 2020 Yukon and Yukon XL that pair with formidable transmissions to deliver the performance you need. Learn about the 2020 Yukon and Yukon XL engines and reach out to the team at Fox Valley Buick GMC in St. Charles, IL, via text, chat, online message, or phone at (630) 524-2837 if you have questions. Make sure you search our current inventory and claim one of our finance or lease offers for a great deal.
The Yukon and Yukon XL share the same V8 engines, which are mated to impressive transmissions to optimize how your engine performs. The base powertrain available on the SLE and SLT trims features a heavy-duty six-speed automatic transmission, while the Denali powertrain delivers enhanced performance via a ten-speed automatic transmission.
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Are you looking for superior towing ability, or enhanced engine performance? Compare the two 2020 Yukon V8 engines in the table below.
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The 2020 Yukon XL features the same powertrains you’ll find on the standard size 2020 Yukon model. Performance details are outlined in the table below.
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The 5.3L EcoTec V8 engine with six-speed automatic transmission can be found on the SLE and SLT trims of both the Yukon and Yukon XL models. Both Denali trims come equipped with the 6.2L EcoTec V8 engine that is paired with a ten-speed automatic transmission. The 2020 Yukon and Yukon XL are available with rear-wheel drive or four-wheel drive.
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