What Changed

A six speed automatic becomes standard equipment on the 5.3L and 6.0L models. Denali models add heated and cooled seats and new trim pieces for visual differentiation. OnStar 8.0 and Bluetooth are also new.

Comparison to Prior Model

2009 GMC Yukon XL 2008 GMC Yukon XL
2009 GMC Yukon XL 2008 GMC Yukon XL
Price Range ($) $40,725 - $55,435 $38,915 - $52,175
Length (in) 222.4 222.4
Wheelbase (in) 130 130
Width (in) 79.1 79.1
Height (in) 77.2 76.8
Track (in) 68.2 68.2
Exterior Volume (cu. ft.) 677.6 674.1
Curb Weight (lbs.) 5621-6480 5757-6527
Legroom Total (in.)
  • 80.8 (First 2 rows)
  • 115.7
  • 80.8 (First 2 rows)
  • 115.7
Passenger Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 121.5 (First 2 rows)
  • 171.3
  • 121.4 (First 2 rows)
  • 171.2
Cargo Volume (cu. ft.)
  • 90.0 (Behind row 2)
  • 45.8
  • 90 (Behind row 2)
  • 45.8
Driven Wheels
  • RWD
  • 4WD
  • AWD
  • RWD
  • 4WD
  • AWD
Engines
  • 5.3l V8 (310-bhp)
  • 6.0l V8 (352-bhp)
  • 6.2l V8 (403-bhp)
  • 5.3l V8 (320-bhp)
  • 6.0l V8 (352-bhp)
  • 6.0l V8 (366-bhp)
  • 6.2l V8 (380-bhp)
Transmissions A6 A4, A6
City MPG 12-14 12-14
Highway MPG 19-20 17-20
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