2025 GMC Yukon Elevation

The 2025 Yukon Elevation is the new base level trim for the 2025 Yukon, replacing last year's SLE and SLT trims, but still gives you all the necessities in a full-size SUV.

Starting at $66,900 MSRP, its key features include:

• Standard HD surround vision
• 16.8" diagonal infotainment system with available built-in Google
• 11" diagonal Driver Information Center
• LED headlamps, taillamps, and daytime running lamps

The Elevation can seat up to eight passengers and is best if you want the standard conveniences of a new full-size SUV at a lower price point.

2025 GMC Yukon AT4

The 2025 Yukon AT4 is your off-road-ready trim with a starting $73,700 MSRP. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy its 20-inch machine aluminum wheels with Y-shaped split spokes and Goodyear Wrangler Territory all-terrain tires to navigate any terrain easily.

The most notable change is the 2025 Yukon AT4 will now offer a 3.0L turbodiesel Duramax engine, which wasn't previously available. It strengthens its powertrain performance by 10% hp and 7.6% torque, with an output of 305hp and 494 lb.-ft. This engine is also used in the Chevy Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 for the 2023 and newer models.

Key features of the 2025 Yukon AT4 include:

• 5.3L V8 engine with 10-speed automatic transmission
• 15-inch infotainment and 11-inch driver information screens
• Updated C-shaped signature LED lighting, taillights, and rear bumper designs
• Autosense power liftgate

The AT4 can seat up to eight passengers and is ideal for drivers looking for a rugged-ready trim.
 

2025 GMC Yukon Denali

The 2025 Yukon Denali is your entry-level luxury SUV trim in this lineup. Starting at $77,000 MSRP, it offers upscale aesthetics, including its signature Denali grille, new Downpour Metallic exterior color, and silver window trims and roof rails.

Key features of the 2025 Yukon Denali include:

• 6.2L V8 engine with 10-speed automatic transmission
• Multicolor 15" diagonal Head-Up Display
• Power-sliding center console
• Heated steering wheel and heated/ventilated front seats

The Denali can seat up to eight passengers and is designed for drivers looking for a lavish-focused trim.

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2025 GMC Yukon XL

The 2025 Yukon XL is an extended body style-not to get confused as another trim. All trim levels in the 2025 lineup will have an XL body option. According to GM Authority, the new Yukon XL adds third-row legroom and 145 cu. ft. of max cargo space.

We suspect most body style designs to carry over, such as the multiple seven to nine-seating configurations. It's perfect for family carpooling with its spacious interior and storage.

Yukon XL Models are typically priced about $3,000+ more per trim level compared to the standard Yukon models. That means starting prices for the 2025 GMC Yukon XL will likely range from $69,900+ to $104,300+.

Exterior Colors & Dimensions

The 2025 GMC Yukon will have eight exterior paint colors, with some available as an add-on, depending on the trim level:

• Onyx Black (available)
• Downpour Metallic (available)
• Sterling Metallic (available)
• Summit White (standard across all trims)
• Titanium Rush Metallic
• Volcanic Red Tintcoat (available)
• Midnight Pine (trim exclusive)
• White Frost Tricoat (trim exclusive)

Frosted Pine Metallic, Midnight Blue Metallic, and Pearl Beige Metallic were discontinued.

GM Authority also shared significant exterior design changes, including:

• New Exhaust Outlets: Dual through-fascia finishes for lower trims and quad-tipped setups for upper trims
• New & Updated Fascias: Signature C-shaped LED headlights, fog lights, and revised tail lamps on the rear fascia with black trims
• Replaced 4G Connectivity: A new roof-mounted fin antenna with 5G connection
• Updated Mesh Grille: Dark-colored trim with stacked forward-facing lights on the side, integrated C-shaped headlights, and horizontal styling rings across the upper air intake

The exterior dimensions will vary slightly by trim level and configuration. As a reference, the Elevation's 4WD four-door specs are 210.1" L x 81" W (without mirrors) x 76.5" H.

Interior Seating & Cargo Space

Major interior design details were newly announced for the 2025 Yukon, including:

• Debuted Connected Camera feature for in-vehicle livestreaming via smartphones
• New gauge cluster, steering wheel, and steering wheel buttons
• New cockpit layout with Digital Precision Shifter (DPS) mounted on the steering column, replacing the push-pull buttons for non-Denali trims
• Two larger infotainment screens: a central horizontal orientation behind the steering wheel and portrait-style on the center stack

The 2025 Yukon will have four interior colors: Dark Atmosphere/Gideon, Forest Storm with Mahogany accents, Jet Black, and Obsidian Rush with Red accents.

The interior dimensions will vary slightly by trim level and configuration, with specs starting at:

• Headroom: 42.3" first row, 38.9" second row, and 38.2" third row
• Legroom: 44.5" first row, 42.0" second row, and 38.2" third row
• Shoulder Room: 65.5" first row, 64.7" second row, and 62.7" third row
• Hip Room: 61.5" first row, 61.3" second row, and 49.4" third row
• Max Cargo Volume: 122.9 cu. ft. and 144.7 cu. ft. on the XL configuration
  
  

Engine Options & Capabilities

Two out of three powertrain options from the 2024 Yukon will carry over into 2025:

• Standard 5.3L V-8 engine with 355hp and 383 lb.-ft. of torque
• Available 6.2L V8 engine with 420 hp and 460 lb.-ft. of torque
• Available 3.0L I6 LZ0 turbodiesel Duramax with 305hp and 495 lb.-ft. of torque-replacing the 3.0L I6 LM2 turbodiesel Duramax

The new turbodiesel Duramax engine won't be available until spring 2025. The lineup will continue offering RWD, 4WD, and 10-speed automatic transmission.

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2025 GMC Yukon MPG Ratings

The 2025 GMC Yukon fuel economy slightly vary per engine and configuration:

• 5.3L V-8: 15 MP city/ 20 MPG highway/ 17 MPG combined
• 6.2L V-8: 14 MPG city/ 18 MPG highway/ 16 MPG combined
• 3.0L I6 LZ0 Duramax Turbodiesel: 21 MPG city/ 27 MPG highway/ 23 MPG combined
  
  

Towing Capacity & Payload Rating

The 2025 GMCM Yukon has an 8,400 lbs. max towing capacity and slightly varies by engine option and configuration:

• 5.3L V-8: 8,400 lbs. max towing
• 6.2L V-8: 8,200 lbs. max towing
• 3.0L I6 LZ0 Duramax Turbodiesel: 8,200 lbs. max towing

It also offers available advanced trailing assistance technology. The ProGrade^TM Trailering includes transparent trailer views and blind zone steering assist with trailering-making hitching and towing even more efficient.

Payload ratings aren't announced yet but should remain the same as last year's, except for the new Duramax turbodiesel engine which will likely have more trailering strength:

• 5.3L V-8: 1,540 lbs. max payload
• 6.2L V-8: 1,540 lbs. max payload
• 3.0L I6 LZ0 Duramax Turbodiesel: 1,340 lbs. max payload 
  
  

Safety Ratings & Technology

Since the 2025 Yukon is a refresh, its safety ratings and technologies remain consistent with last year's. All 2024 Yukon models received a 4 out of 5 overall NHTSA safety rating.

GMC will offer over 15 standard safety and driver assistance features for 2025, including:

• Intersection of automatic emergency braking
• Rear cross-traffic braking
• Blind zone steering assist
• Front pedestrian and bicyclist braking
  
  

Reviews: Is the 2025 GMC Yukon a Good SUV to Buy?

The 2025 GMC Yukon offers great value because you get an almost all-new design-even though it's technically a mid-cycle refresh! It's ideal for larger families with its expanded interior and comprehensive suite of safety and driver assistance features.

Yet, it's also rugged enough for outdoor adventures, with its off-road designed AT4, all-new AT4 Ultimate trim, and generous cargo space in the XL configuration. This full-size SUV offers various amenities and capabilities to tailor all driving lifestyles.

And you don't need to wait to reserve your dream car! At Octane GMC in Santa Fe, our Vehicles in Production (VIP) program lets you pre-order your 2025 Yukon while it's still in production. You can select the exact trim, color, and configuration, all from the comfort of your home before it hits the dealership lot.

Reserve your 2025 Yukon today, or when the time comes, find your new GMC Yukon for sale in Santa Fe below at Octane GMC!
 

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