GMC Yukon

How much is the price of the GMC Yukon in the UAE?

The 2024 GMC Yukon and its long-wheelbase XL version are similar to the Chevrolet Suburban and Tahoe because they are from the same family. GMC is the truck and sports utility vehicle (SUV) division of General Motors (GM). The full-sized Yukon SUV is as big as its Chevrolet counterparts. The price of the GMC Yukon starts at AED 216,100.

How many variants are there in the GMC Yukon range?

The 2024 GMC Yukon is available in four models with a single-engine option. 

Which is the most value-for-money variant of the GMC Yukon?

The 2024 GMC Yukon AT4 is the most value-for-money model. It’s the third-highest model in the series 

What features does the GMC Yukon get?

The 2024 GMC Yukon has a tremendous road presence and turns heads wherever it goes. The full-size SUV stands out from the crowd with its stunning looks, grayscale and jewel tone colour choices, and sleek accenting that lends the car a polished look. The car gets signature C-shaped headlights that draw attention to the bold and bold and aggressive grille. The 2024 GMC Yukon gets all-around LED lighting. The SUV runs on 18-inch wheels with Bridgestone Alenza A/S 02 tyres. 20-inch and 22-inch wheels are optional. The grille comes in plain chrome, black chrome, or polished satin-chrome options. Other exterior features include black assist-steps, powered sideview heated mirrors with auto-dimming option, handsfree powered liftgate for the higher models, and a panoramic powered sunroof.

The interior of the 2024 GMC Yukon is a nice balance of practicality and premium bits. The cabin is solidly constructed. The entry-level SLE model gets fabric upholstery. The top-end Denali trim gets hand-crafted leather seats and a wood-trimmed dashboard. The central console gets novel power-sliding for the SLT and AT4 models. It allows the driver to motor the console back and forth over a 10-inch track. This creates room for bulkier first-row cargo like backpack or moneybags and stashs smaller items in hidden cubbies. The 2024 GMC Yukon Denali expands the colour palette to include Very Dark Ash/Gray and Light Shale. Walnut and Teak interior trims are available as an option.

The dashboard is dominated by a 10.2-inch touchscreen infotainment unit that runs on GMC’s own software. It’s connected to a standard six-speaker audio system. Standard features include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, in-built Google, SiriusXM satellite radio, Wi-Fi hotspot, and wireless charging. There’s a 12-inch driver’s information display and a 15-inch head-up display unit. The tri-zone automatic climate control cools the car in minutes.      

How spacious is the GMC Yukon?

With 5,179 mm length, 2,045 mm width, and 1,890 mm height, the 2024 GMC Yukon is among the most spacious cars in the full-sized SUV segment. The Yukon can accommodate up to eight or nine passengers depending upon the model. The higher model gets power-adjustable front seats. While many large SUVs find it tricky to balance passenger space across three rows of seating, the 2024 GMC Yukon does that perfectly. The two front seats get the maximum legroom. The third row gets 35 inches of legroom in the entry-level model and a little more in the XL trim. Headroom is 40 inches in the Yukon’s cabin, courtesy of the SUV’s boxy shape. Optional captain’s seats for the second row make travelling more comfortable. Accessing the third-row is easy because of power-release function for the second-row buckets on higher trims. The second-row gets map pockets on the back, along with a removable organizer tray in the central console.

What engine and transmission options are available?

The 2024 GMC Yukon SLE hauled by a turbocharged, eight-cylinder, 5.3-litre petrol engine that produces 355 PS/520 Nm. The motor is mated to a 10-speed automatic with all-wheel-drive. The powertrain, though pleasant and smooth enough for everyday driving, takes a few beats to shift into a lower gear. The 2024 GMC Yukon is a heavy vehicle and has a top-heavy design that compromises any chance of praiseworthy handling. It’s not one of the easiest cars to handle. The Yukon is certainly not an effective urban commuter. Overtaking involves quite an effort. On highways, the 2024 GMC Yukon offers an extremely stable ride. It’s easily among the best full-sized highway cruisers.

What’s the mileage of the GMC Yukon?

Full-sized SUVs are never meant to be fuel-efficient. Eight-cylinder motors particularly are fuel guzzlers. The 2024 GMC Yukon offers around 10kmpl under mixed conditions. 

How safe is the GMC Yukon?

The 2024 GMC Yukon comes with the manufacturer’s Pro Safety suite of driver-assist technology that’s standard across the lineup. It includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, IntelliBeam automatic high-beam headlights, high-def rear camera with surround vision that eliminates blind spots. The car gets a dedicated OnStar button where a trained adviser arrives if the car suffers a breakdown. Other features include rear parking sensors, and multiple airbags.

How many colour options are there for the GMC Yukon?

The 2024 GMC Yukon SLE is available in Redwood Metallic, Titanium Rush Metallic, Sumit White, Frosted Pine Metallic, Pearl Beige Metallic, Onyx Black, Midnight Blue Metallic, Volcanic Red Tincoat, and Sterling Metallic colour options. 

Should you buy the GMC Yukon?

The 2024 GMC Yukon is a hugely spacious car an independent suspension that offers great travelling comfort. It’s a car for big families that’s easy to drive, particularly when equipped with useful tech features.   

What are my alternatives?

The 2024 GMC Yukon faces competition from the Chevrolet Tahoe, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser EXR, Land Rover Discovery Sport, and Jeep Grand Cherokee Altitude.

Other things to consider

The 2024 GMC Yukon is imported as a fully built-up unit. The higher trims are immensely expensive. Availability of spares could be an issue. But the car is covered under a standard three-year/100,000km warranty. Handling isn’t the best in class and mileage is pitiful. But the Yukon offers comfortable travelling in a hugely spacious cabin that’s loaded with features.