2022 GMC Yukon

　　

2022 GMC Yukon Review

byReese CountsVehicle Test Editor

　　Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at zzdcar in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at zzdcar and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.

　　Following a full redesign in 2021 that brought new styling, new technology features and an available diesel engine, the GMC Yukon enters 2022 with only minor changes. This large three-row SUV has seating for up to nine passengers and plenty of space for cargo if you fold the third-row seat down. Being a truck-based SUV, the Yukon also boasts robust towing capabilities.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2022 GMC Yukon SLE 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$222/mo  for Yukon SLE

　　Yukon SLE

　　SLE 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $51,600 MSRPSLE 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $54,600 MSRPSLT 4dr SUV (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $58,400 MSRPSLT 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $61,400 MSRPAT4 4dr SUV 4WD (5.3L 8cyl 10A) - $66,100 MSRPDenali 4dr SUV (6.2L 8cyl 10A) - $69,500 MSRPDenali 4dr SUV 4WD (6.2L 8cyl 10A) (Most Popular) - $72,500 MSRP

　　vs

　　$229/mo

　　Avg. Large SUV

　　The 2022 Yukon faces off against a few direct rivals. They include the Chevrolet Tahoe, which is the Yukon's corporate twin, the well-rounded Ford Expedition and the all-new three-row Jeep Wagoneer. There's also the Yukon XL, which is just like the regular Yukon but with more cargo space. Overall we think the Yukon is worth checking out. Read our test team's Expert Rating to learn more about where it shines and where it comes up short.

　　zzdcar Expert Rating

　　Our VerdictThe zzdcar Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.

　　Average

　　7.6

　　out of 10

　　zzdcar TESTED

　　Rated for you by America's best test team.

　　

Performance

7.5/10

　　How does the Yukon drive? The Yukon Denali, which is what we tested, is the only model in the lineup powered by a 6.2-liter V8. The engine produces gobs of power, and the Denali's 6.6-second sprint to 60 mph is among the segment's quickest. The 10-speed automatic transmission, though smooth and pleasant enough in everyday driving, takes a few beats to shift into a lower gear when you put your foot down. We also noticed that the transmission treats pushes of manual gear selector buttons more like suggestions than commands.

　　The Yukon's substantial weight and top-heavy design sabotage any chance of praiseworthy handling. It's something you have to accept with a vehicle this large. On the upside, the brakes make it easy to stop smoothly, and the light steering effort is perfect for navigating a crowded Costco lot. The Denali isn't as capable off-road as the AT4 trim, but its air suspension and two-speed transfer case will get you out of some tough spots.

　　

Comfort

7.5/10

　　How comfortable is the Yukon? The new independent rear suspension design works wonders for the Yukon's ride quality. That combined with the adaptive dampers and air suspension makes it ride only slightly busier than a car-based SUV. Another highlight is the quiet cabin. The Yukon is essentially a giant brick cutting through the air, yet wind noise is barely noticeable. The climate system is noteworthy, funneling large amounts of air to all three rows.

　　Seat comfort is less impressive. The bolsters up front are flat, and the seats lack the extensive adjustments found in competing SUVs. Some of our drivers started to get uncomfortable after just a few hours of driving. The second-row seats are flat as well, and none of the seats in the third row feel remotely sculpted to the human body.

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