2023 GMC Yukon
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV RWD, Xl 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl, 6.2L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Diesel, Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 21 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- 209.8–225.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5,377–5,851 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Many owner complaints472 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 76 for similar models — most often about the engine.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 15 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2023 GMC Yukon is a standard SUV offered with 3 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 5.3L 8-cyl and 6.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 210 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,703 lb (At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (21 city / 27 highway), 14% better than the 2023 standard SUV average of 20.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,950 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 472 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2023
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2022 Yukon — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Yukon →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Arlington, Texas
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 Yukon configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD | 209.8 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,703 lb | 52/48 |
| 4dr SUV AWD | 209.8 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,565 lb | 52/48 |
| 4dr SUV RWD | 209.8 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 120.9 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,377 lb | 51/49 |
| Xl 4dr SUV AWD | 225.2 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,703 lb | 53/47 |
| Xl 4dr SUV RWD | 225.2 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,494 lb | 52/48 |
| Xl At4 / Denali 4dr SUV AWD | 225.2 in | 81.1 in | 75.6 in | 134.3 in | 68.5 / 68.1 in | 5,851 lb | 53/47 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon 2WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | +14% | $4,150 | 442 |
| Yukon XL 2WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | +14% | $4,150 | 442 |
| Yukon XL 4WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +17% | $4,350 | 462 |
| Yukon 4WD Diesel | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +17% | $4,350 | 462 |
| Yukon 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -16% | $3,950 | 527 |
| Yukon XL 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -16% | $3,950 | 527 |
| Yukon 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -10% | $3,950 | 527 |
| Yukon 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -21% | $5,150 | 555 |
| Yukon XL 2WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 / 19 / 16 | -21% | $5,150 | 555 |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | -15% | $5,150 | 564 |
| Yukon 4WD | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 / 18 / 16 | -15% | $5,150 | 564 |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Automatic 10-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 16 | -15% | $4,200 | 545 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 GMC Yukon XL SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | – |
| 2023 GMC Yukon XL SUV 2WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | – |
Similar 2023 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 GMC Yukon (this car) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 23 MPG | Not rated | 23 |
| 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2023 Ford Expedition | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2023 Fisker Ocean | 360 mi | Not rated | 6 |
| 2023 Dodge Durango | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2023 Honda Pilot | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
Recalls (4)
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical · Apr 24, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V274000 · 597,571 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles equipped with a 6.2L V8 gas engine. The connecting rod and/or crankshaft engine components may have manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure.
- Risk
- Engine failure increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the engine, and as necessary, repair or replace the engine. For vehicles that pass inspection, dealers will add higher viscosity oil, install 6 oil fill cap, replace the oil filter, and update the owner's manual. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252494000.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Electric › Control Module › Software · Sep 12, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V674000 · 449,671 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, 2023-2024 Chevrolet Tahoe, Suburban, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Cadillac Escalade, and Escalade ESV vehicles. The electronic brake control module software may fail to display a warning light when a loss of brake fluid occurs. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
- Risk
- Without a warning light, the vehicle may be driven with low brake fluid, which can reduce braking performance and increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The Electronic Brake Control Module (eBCM) software will be updated through an over-the-air (OTA) update or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 25, 2024. Owners can contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447990.
Suspension › Rear · Sep 20, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V642000 · 189 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The rear suspension outer control arm bolts may not have been properly heat-treated, which can cause the bolts to break.
- Risk
- A broken suspension bolt can result in misalignment of the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace both rear suspension outer control arm bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020; Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006; and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232415910.
Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module › Software · Dec 8, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V903000 · 740,108 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- DRLs that do not deactivate as intended may result in a glare, reducing visibility, and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.
Not every 2023 GMC Yukon is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2023 GMC Yukon buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 314 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Power Train — 85 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Electrical System — 61 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 37,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 GMC Yukon. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Yukon years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Yukon | 23 | – | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2026 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | Not rated | 3 | 84 |
| 2025 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 85 |
| 2024 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 181 |
| 2022 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 359 |
| 2021 Yukon | 23 | 209.8 in | ★★★★★ | 14 | 572 |
| 2020 Yukon | 18 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 84 |
| 2019 Yukon | 18 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 126 |
| 2018 Yukon | 19 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 130 |
| 2017 Yukon | 19 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 359 |
| 2016 Yukon | 19 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 5 | 519 |
| 2015 Yukon | 18 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 10 | 966 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →