2026 GMC Yukon
2026 GMC Yukon — The Chevrolet Tahoe is a line of full-size SUVs from Chevrolet marketed since the 1995 model year.
Trim: SLT
Unverified trim photo — may not match this trim exactly
Other years
2026 GMC Yukon snapshot
As of 2026-07
A used 2026 GMC Yukon typically asks about $61,300 versus a $65,200 starting MSRP when new — roughly 94% retained. The 2026 GMC Yukon has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns in our catalog (including Wheels) and 19 owner complaints. Versus 2025, our catalog shows no material spec or trim changes — the older Yukon is often the better used buy unless you need a 2026-only fix.
- Est. used asking
Est. used asking
$61,300
94% of MSRP
- Original MSRP
Original MSRP
$65,200
Base-trim starting price
- NHTSA recalls
NHTSA recalls
3
Campaigns in last refresh
- Owner complaints
Owner complaints
19
Top: Power Train
- NHTSA overall
NHTSA overall
5/5
Crash-test overall
Methodology: Used asking is a labeled retention estimate from curated MSRP + vehicle age (not an appraisal). Recalls/complaints from NHTSA offline enrich.
Are there recalls or complaint patterns on the 2026 Yukon?
Yes — 3 recall campaigns and 19 owner complaints for the 2026 GMC Yukon. Scan the list before you write a check.
Recalls
Wheels
2026-05-14
General Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2025–2026 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban 1500, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with 24-inch wheels. Incorrect bolts may have been installed on the left and right front wheel hubs, which can result in the bolts loosening or deforming over time.
Campaign 26V304000
Power Train
2026-05-07
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, and Tahoe, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles with four-wheel (4WD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), and certain 2015-2020 Suburban, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Yukon, Yukon XL, and Tahoe…
Campaign 26V289000
Equipment
2026-02-26
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette…
Campaign 26V114000
Owner complaints
19 complaints · 1 injuries reported. Top components:
- Power Train7
- Engine5
- Electrical System2
- Seats1
- Structure1
- Unknown Or Other1
- Visibility/Wiper1
- Wheels1
Counts are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defect rates. Source: NHTSA complaints.
Video
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Is 2026 worth more than 2025?
Usually no — our catalog shows no material spec or trim lineup changes vs the 2025 Yukon. For used shopping, the older year is often the better value unless you need a specific fix or feature from 2026.
How much does a used 2026 Yukon cost vs original MSRP?
Expect about $61,300 in typical used asking against a $65,200 starting MSRP — roughly 94% retained on our labeled retention estimate. Use that gap to decide whether a newer year is worth the jump.
- Original MSRP
- $65,200
- Published starting (base-trim) MSRP when new.
- Est. used asking
- $61,300
- Estimated typical used asking from a mass-market retention curve — not a live appraisal or guaranteed sale price. As of 2026-07.
Retains about 94% of MSRP
~$3,900 below MSRP
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What should a used buyer know about the 2026 Yukon?
The 2026 GMC Yukon is the newest year in our catalog — start here for current specs, then check older years if you want to save money. The 2026 GMC Yukon continues this nameplate in the motomediax catalog. The Chevrolet Tahoe is a line of full-size SUVs from Chevrolet marketed since the 1995 model year. Marketed alongside the GMC Yukon for its entire production, the Tahoe is the successor of the Chevrolet K5 Blazer; the Yukon has replaced the full-sized GMC Jimmy. Both trucks derive their nameplates from western North America, with Chevrolet referring to Lake Tahoe; GMC, the Canadian Yukon. NHTSA safety ratings for a representative 2026 configuration (2026 GMC YUKON SUV N/A 4WD) include an overall score of 5/5, front crash 5/5, side crash 5/5, and rollover 3/5. Rated configurations include: 2026 GMC YUKON SUV N/A 4WD; 2026 GMC YUKON SUV N/A RWD.
- 3 NHTSA recalls
- NHTSA overall safety 5/5
- Front crash 5/5
- Side crash 5/5
- Rollover 3/5
- 2 NHTSA-rated configurations
- EPA combined 23 mpg
- About 209.8 × 81.1 in (L×W)
Overview adapted from Wikipedia.
What are the published exterior dimensions?
How long, tall, and wheelbase-spaced this year is on paper, as a blueprint outline.
Schematic diagram, not to exact styling — based on published dimensions
Trim
How does the 2026 stack up on paper?
At a glance: 355 hp, 17 mpg combined. Dig into mechanicals and efficiency below.
Horsepower
355 hp
Combined MPG
17 mpg
What will fuel or charging roughly cost?
Adjust your miles and local energy price for the 2026 selected trim (17 mpg combined). Energy only — not insurance, tires, or a VIN appraisal.
Per year
$2,471
5-year energy
$12,353
- Powertrain
- Gas
- Based on
- 17 mpg combined
- Your inputs
- 12,000 mi/yr · $3.50/gal · 5-year horizon
Compare signal only — local rates and driving mix will differ.
What powertrain and drivetrain does it use?
Mechanical basics for the selected trim — engine, transmission, and drive type.
- Engine
- 5.3L V8
- Drivetrain
- 4WD
- Fuel type
- Diesel
How big is it, and what can it carry?
Exterior size, seating, cargo, and towing figures when we have them.
- Length
- 209.8 in
- Width
- 81.1 in
- Height
- 75.6 in
- Wheelbase
- 120.9 in
- Curb weight
- 5703.4 lb
- Seating
- 8
- Towing
- 8500 lb
How efficient is this year on fuel or charge?
EPA-style efficiency and range fields from our catalog enrich — useful for YoY compares.
- City MPG
- 21
- Highway MPG
- 26
- Combined MPG
- 17
Efficiency figures are curated / EPA-oriented. Verify on FuelEconomy.gov.
What are the NHTSA crash ratings?
Overall and category scores when NHTSA published them for a representative config.
- Overall
- 5 / 5
- Front crash
- 5 / 5
- Side crash
- 5 / 5
- Rollover
- 3 / 5
- Rated configuration
- 2026 GMC YUKON SUV N/A 4WD
Safety from NHTSA; dimensions from vPIC where available.
Trim compare
Pick two trims and scan the gaps that matter — power, efficiency, and capability.
| Spec | SLT | AT4 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 355 hp | 420 hp |
| Combined MPG | 17 | — |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 | 6.2L V8 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD |
| Towing | 8500 lb | — |
| Seating | 8 | 7 |
Trim index
| Trim | HP | Torque | 0–60 | MPG | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 355 | — | — | 17 | 4WD | |
| 420 | — | — | — | 4WD |