There are now dozens of SUV models on the market, and they vary widely. In addition to different sizes—ranging from subcompact to full-size—they also have different features and capabilities. This can make it difficult to find the one that best meets all of your needs. Fortunately, GMC has solved this problem with the Yukon. This SUV shines in all areas, including interior space, power, comfort, and towing abilities. This guide goes over those areas and the others that make this vehicle stand out from the crowd. Once you know everything it offers, you will be eager to visit Snell Buick GMC, your GMC dealer near Le Sueur, to take a model out for a test drive.
Outstanding Power
Let’s face it: some SUVs can be kind of weak. While they may look like they are muscular, once you get behind the wheel and put the pedal down, it is a completely different story. This is far from the case with the 2025 GMC Yukon. It has three engine options, starting with the base 5.3L V8 that produces 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. If you are looking for a more capable powertrain, you can go with the 6.2L V8, which generates 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque. Don’t want to put regular gas in your vehicle? The Yukon offers a Duramax turbodiesel 3.0L inline-six engine that provides 305 hp and 495 lb-ft of torque. All three engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive is standard, although four-wheel drive is an option. New for the 2025 model, the gear shifter no longer consists of buttons on the dashboard but a lever on the steering column, which is a lot more user-friendly.
Solid Fuel Economy
When you drive a full-size SUV like the Yukon, it is nice to not have to worry about stopping to fill up too often. For its class, the Yukon gets good gas mileage, with both the 5.3L and 6.2L V8 engines getting an EPA-estimated 15 MPG in the city and 20 MPG on the highway in their rear-wheel drive configurations. Adding four-wheel drive to the base engine drops the highway numbers to 19 MPG. The 6.2L V8 gets 14 MPG in the city and 18 MPG on the highway with four-wheel drive. However, the most efficient option is the Duramax turbodiesel, which is estimated to get approximately 23 MPG combined, perfect for racking up the miles on the roads around Le Sueur.
Excellent Off-Road Abilities
One of the great things about the Yukon is how versatile it is. While it provides great handling and a smooth ride on the pavement, it also performs beautifully when the road ends. The AT4 trim, in particular, will make off-road enthusiasts excited. It comes standard with a ton of rugged features, including four-wheel drive, a two-speed transfer case, 20-inch wheels with all-terrain tires, and underbody skid plates. Magnetic Ride Control, a heavy-duty air filter, front recovery hooks, and hill descent control are also included. But that’s not all, as you can add an electronic limited-slip differential and an adaptive air suspension, which can add an extra two inches of ground clearance on demand.
Terrific Towing Power
If you will need to put your GMC Yukon to work, it won’t disappoint. If you opt for the base engine and rear-wheel drive, it can tow up to 8,400 lbs when properly equipped. Both the 6.2L V8 and Duramax turbodiesel can also tow over 8,000 lbs. Adding four-wheel drive will drop the maximum towing capacity slightly, but you can still haul large trailers with ease. GMC has thought of everything when it comes to towing, as it aims to make things as easy as possible for drivers with many available features.
Transparent Trailer View, for example, is an innovative system that virtually removes the trailer from the camera view, essentially letting you "see through" it so you always know exactly what is behind you. Blind Zone Steering Assist with Trailering accounts for the combined length of the Yukon and your trailer and alerts you when another vehicle is in your blind spot. Even better, Super Cruise hands-free driving works when you are towing, something no other full-size SUV offers.
Massive Amounts of Cabin Space
We can’t talk about the Yukon without mentioning just how big this SUV is inside. It offers a cavernous cabin with three spacious rows. While the first two are especially roomy, even the row in the way back provides plenty of headroom and legroom, and even taller people won’t mind sitting there. The Yukon fits eight people in its standard setup, but if you opt for captain’s chairs instead of a bench seat for the second row, the passenger capacity drops to seven. These seats also come with a power option that lets you fold them at the touch of a button. You will have no complaints about the cargo room in this vehicle, as it offers 25.5 cu.ft. behind the third row, 72.6 cu.ft. when it is folded down, and 122.9 cu.ft. with both rear rows folded. Need even more space? If you go with the extended-length Yukon XL, those numbers increase to 41.5 cu.ft. behind the third row, 93.8 cu.ft. when it is folded, and a total of 144.7 cu.ft. with all back seats down.
Numerous Comforts and Amenities
In addition to so much space, the Yukon comes with many standard features to help keep everybody comfortable. This includes eight-way power-adjustable driver and front passenger seats. Even better features can be added, such as leather upholstery, 16-way power-adjustable front seats that are heated, ventilated, and massaging, a heated steering wheel, and heated and ventilated second-row outboard seats. These additions will keep you and your passengers warm on the coldest winter days in Le Sueur.
State-of-the-Art Technology
Everybody who rides in the 2025 Yukon will be thrilled with the tech experience it offers. The infotainment system is a snap to use and operate, with a huge vertically oriented 16.8-inch touchscreen. This includes Google built-in software that gives you access to your favorite apps, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 5G Wi-Fi hotspot. In-dash navigation, satellite radio, numerous USB ports, and push-button start are also included. To make sure your rear-seat passengers aren’t left out, you can opt for second-row seats with speakers in the headrests, which are part of the available 22-speaker Bose stereo system. You can also get a rear-seat entertainment system, along with an eight-inch touchscreen for the back that allows passengers to control the climate.
Latest Safety Systems
In addition to all of the fun stuff, you will be happy to know that the Yukon is watching out for your safety every time you hit the road. All five trims come with numerous driver assist systems, including Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, and Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking. To give you extra peace of mind, the Yukon is equipped with Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning and Adaptive Cruise Control. If you do a lot of driving at night, you may want to add the available night vision with pedestrian and animal detection. There is also Super Cruise hands-free driving, which can be used on certain highways, including Route 169.
Come Check Out the Perfect SUV
No matter how you plan to use your GMC Yukon, it is clear that it will deliver in all areas. Want to see everything it offers? Come down to Snell Buick GMC. We will gladly demonstrate all of its many features and answer any of your questions. Then, you can take this amazing SUV out for a test drive to see how it performs on the roads near Le Sueur.
