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2025 GMC Yukon XL

The 2025 GMC Yukon XL will represent the fifth model year of the fourth-generation extended-length full-size SUV, for which it will receive a mid-cycle refresh.

These changes follow the 2021 Yukon XL, which received a complete overhaul (re-engineering and redesign), followed by minor changes to the 2022 Yukon XL, 2023 Yukon XL and 2024 Yukon XL.

2025 GMC Yukon XL Quick Facts
Assembly Location Arlington, Texas, USA
Body Style(s) Extended-Length Full-Size SUV
Layout Front-Engined, Longitudinal
Engine(s) 3.0L LZ0 I6 Duramax (Diesel), 5.3L L84 V8 (Gas), 6.2L L87 V8 (Gas)
Transmission(s) 10-Speed Auto
Drive Wheels Rear-Wheel-Drive, Four-Wheel-Drive
Availability North America, Middle East, select export markets
Generational year Fifth year of fourth-generation model
Changes summary Mid-cycle enhancement (refresh)
Predecessor 2024 GMC Yukon XL
Successor 2026 GMC Yukon XL

Expectations

We expect the 2025 GMC Yukon XL to get the following changes and updates:

Model Line

The 2025 GMC Yukon XL will be offered as an extended-length full-size five-door SUV across the following trim levels:

  • SLE
  • SLT
  • Possible replacement of SLE and SLT with Elevation
  • AT4
  • Denali
  • Denali Ultimate

However, as we mentioned earlier, it’s possible that SLE and SLT will be replaced by Elevation and Elevation Premium, respectively.

2WD models carry product code TC10906 while 4WD models are labeled TK10906.

The Yukon range is offered in two body styles – the regular-length model called Yukon, and the extended-length variant called Yukon XL, which features more interior space, particularly in the third row and cargo area.

This page is about the extended-length GMC Yukon XL. For information about the shorter Yukon, please see this page: 2025 GMC Yukon.

Powertrain

The 2025 GMC Yukon XL carries over the two gasoline engines from the 2021-2024 models, while replacing the 3.0L LM2 turbo-diesel baby Duramax engine with its second-generation counterpart, the LZ0.

Engine Fuel Aspiration Transmission Drivetrain Horsepower @ RPM Torque @ RPM Axle Ratio
5.3L L84 EcoTec3 V8 Gasoline Atmospheric 10-Speed Automatic (MHS) RWD or 4WD 355 @ 5600 383 @ 4100 3.23
6.2L L87 EcoTec3 V8 Gasoline Atmospheric 10-Speed Automatic (MHS) RWD or 4WD 420 @ 5600 460 @ 4100 3.23
3.0L LZ0 Duramax I6 Diesel Turbocharged 10-Speed Automatic (MQC) RWD or 4WD 305 @ 3750 495 @ 2750 3.23

Production

The 2025 GMC Yukon XL is scheduled to go into production in November 2024 at the GM Arlington plant in Texas, United States.

Platform

Like all Yukons XL models of the current generation, the 2025 GMC Yukon XL continues to ride on the GM T1 platform. Otherwise known as GMT-T1 or T1XX, the architecture is designed for pickup trucks and body-on-frame SUVs.

Seating

The 2025 Yukon XL will continue to be offered in three seating configurations, seating either nine, eight, or seven passengers.

  • Nine-passenger configuration (3-3-3): only available on the SLE, this setup features a front 40/20/40 split bench seat in the front row (providing seating for three), along with a bench seat in the second row (seating three) and a bench seat in the third row (also seating three).
  • Eight-passenger configuration (2-3-3): available on most trims, this setup features front bucket seats (providing seating for two), along with a bench seat in the second row (seating three) and a bench seat in the third row (also seating three).
  • Seven-passenger configuration (2-2-3): available on most trims, this setup features front bucket seats (providing seating for two), along with captain’s chairs in the second row (seating two) and a bench seat in the third row (seating three).

Beyond 2025

We expect the current-generation Yukon XL to remain in production through at least the 2027 model year, and an all-new, future Yukon to launch after the 2027 model year.

Sales

See running GMC Yukon XL sales numbers for global markets, including the United States, Canada, Mexico, and more.

Discussion

Discuss the 2025 GMC Yukon XL in our GMC forum.

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