New 2024 GMC Yukon in Weyburn, SK

Many people will choose the 2024 GMC Yukon or Yukon XL for their incredible passenger and cargo capacities or their towing capability that isn’t far away from that of a full-size pickup truck. And while there’s another model in the GM family with similar capabilities, the Yukon takes style, luxury, and bling to another level. Although it wouldn’t be right to call the 2024 Yukon pretty, it does look pretty sensational.

The Yukon is available in two basic formats: the standard-length Yukon and the extended Yukon XL, which adds an extra 38 cm rear of the GMC SUV’s front doors. Regardless of their considerable lengths, both models employ a simple, traditional, two-box shape with a tall, imposing grille flanked by headlights with C-shape accents. The roof line tapers in a modestly sporty manner as it leads toward an integrated spoiler situated over the tailgate. Unlike some of its GMC SUV siblings, the Yukon sticks with more traditional circular wheel arch designs rather than rounded-off squares.

There are five trim levels to choose from in the 2024 GMC Yukon lineup. The entry-level SLE and the SLT that sits one place above it in the family are standard rear-drive models, but four-wheel drive is available as an option for both models. If you want a Yukon or Yukon XL even more generously specified, the rest of the family comprises the AT4, Denali, and the range-topping Denali Ultimate. There are no rear-drive options for the AT4, Denali, or Denali Ultimate, as they all get four-wheel drive as part of their standard specification.

Three engines are available for the 2024 Yukon and Yukon XL to handle almost any application you’re likely to ask of them. The SLE, SLT, and AT4 standard powerplant is a 5.3-litre V-8 that provides the Yukon with 355 horsepower and 383 lb.-ft. of torque. A 6.2-litre V-8 is available for the AT4 and standard with the Denali and Denali Ultimate, and that one develops 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque. The final engine option is a 3.0-litre inline-six turbodiesel that brings 277 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft. of torque to the table. In all cases, the power gets to the wheels through a ten-speed automatic transmission.