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2010 gmc yukon xl review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Smooth and refined suv for towing trailers. introductionthe gmc yukon xl is gmc's version of the chevy suburban. As the xl name suggests, the yukon xl is extra-long, 20 inches longer than the standard-length yukon. Like the suburban, the yukon xl seats six to nine people, depending on configuration. While many vehicles will seat seven, few have so much room left over for cargo. for 2010, yukon xl gets upgraded with onstar 8. 2, usb input, e85 capability on all 5. 3-liter engines, and the single-speed all-wheel-drive system. The 6. 2-liter engine adds active fuel management that shuts off some cylinders in low-load driving, and denali gets a taller axle ratio for better highway mileage. The yukon xl was completely redesigned for 2007. the yukon xl is a great choice for anyone towing cars, boats, horses, and travel trailers with an suv. Maximum towing capacity is 8100 pounds for a yukon xl 1500 model, or 9600 pounds on a yukon xl 2500; subtract 2500 pounds if the yukon is fully loaded with people and cargo. With its long wheelbase and heavy-duty construction, the yukon xl is a stable platform for towing while offering the interior cargo advantages of a full-size suv. like suburban, yukon xl is offered in half-ton or three-quarter ton capacities. Yukon xl is also available as a luxurious denali model that compares well to cadillac's escalade esv. Denali comes equipped with automatic rear load-leveling. inside is a comfortable cabin. We found the yukon xl's optional leather seats comfortable. The driver sits way up high for a commanding view of the road, and the pedals power-adjust to fit short and tall drivers. The instruments and gauges are best in class, elegantly clean yet very functional. Interior small items storage is intelligently designed and all over, including a huge center console. second-row passengers will find a lot of leg room in the yukon xl. Heated bucket seats with a center console between them are available for the second row, turning them into first-class accommodations; and there is a power folding option, making it easier for third-row passengers to climb by. Gm's trusty 5. 3-liter vortec v8 is the standard choice and it's a good one, making 320 horsepower and 335 pound-feet of torque. We enjoyed its smooth power. The 5. 3-liter gets an epa-estimated 15/21 miles per gallon city/highway. Flex-fuel versions of the 5. 3-liter v8 are available that can run on e85 ethanol, though use of less-efficient ethanol drops fuel economy to an epa-estimated 11/16 mpg city/highway. a 6. 2-liter v8 with variable valve timing, delivering 395 horsepower and 417 pound-feet of torque is optional for yukon xl 1500-series models. A superb engine for towing, the big, powerful 6. 2-liter is epa-rated at 12/19 mpg. at the top of the yukon xl line is the denali, a luxury model with a 403-hp v8. The denali is offered with two-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, the latter an excellent aid for inclement weather but not designed for serious off-road use. The denali comes standard with the autoride active electronic suspension, which is optional on the regular yukon xl. Yukon xl is also available with 2wd. All yukon xl and denali models use a six-speed automatic transmission. They all have a tow/haul mode that reduces upshifting and downshifting, and also shifts quicker, so the transmission doesn't work so hard when pulling a big load. Transmission oil temperature is part of the instrumentation. convenience features include a power rear liftgate, a 14-speaker bose sound system, a navigation system, and a dvd rear-seat entertainment system. Rearview cameras are standard with navigation and available for others with display in inside mirror. yukon xl competes with the ford expedition el, chevy suburban, and, if cargo space isn't as important as tow rating, the toyota sequoia. Yukon xl denali alternatives include the lincoln navigator l, cadillac escalade esv, and mercedes-benz gl450. virtually ever major mechanical component, including the engine, transmission, axles, suspension, steering, brakes, wheels and tires is different on the 2500-series yukon xl. It's also available in 1500-series (half-ton) and 2500-series (three-quarter ton) versions. the yukon xl sle 2wd 41,490) and 4wd 44,330) and the better-equipped slt 2wd 46,030) and 4wd 48,765) come standard with a 5. 3-liter v8. Options for yukon xl sle1 are a convenience package 1060) with adjustable pedals, remote start, rear park assist, rearview camera; fog lamps; tow hooks; cd changer 295); integrated trailer brake controller 200); z71 off-road package 230); two-speed transfer case 100); 20-inch wheel packages; rear-seat entertainment 1295); and towing package 230). Slt options include autoride suspension with rear self-leveling 1120), the 6. 2-liter engine 1000) and second-row bucket seats 590). slt2 adds leather upholstery (vinyl third row), more adjustable front seats and driver memory, power liftgate, heated front and second row seats, and power folding mirrors w/signals and parking tilt-down. Options include the sun entertainment destination package 4890) with navigation, rear-seat entertainment, and moonroof; third-row screen 600); power side steps 1095); preferred package 675) with rain-sensing front wipers and power liftgate; 20 or 22-inch wheels; rearview camera in mirror 450); heated/cooled front seats 650); blind zone alert 500); and power release second-row bench 425). denali 55,665) and denali awd 58,750) come with a 6. 2-liter v8 and autoride active electronic suspension with rear load-leveling. Options include rear park assist, two rearview camera choices, and on denali, side blind zone alert. Side airbags are not available. The xl earned the maximum five stars in the government's head-on crash tests. Optional all-wheel drive enhances safety in foul weather. walkaroundthe gmc yukon xl is the extra-long version, about 20 inches longer than a yukon. It's the twin to the chevy suburban, where the yukon plays twin to the tahoe. the suburban and yukon xl are familiar vehicles on the road. They share sheetmetal body panels but differ in details such as the grille, bumpers and lamps. These are big boxes but quite smooth, rather like an ocean liner's long flat sides and tapered ends. The denali xl adds some of the upscale cues found on the cadillac escalade esv, which shares the same basic structure. the running board/side steps are integrated and unobtrusive, extending no farther than necessary, with a black grippy coating; powered retractable steps are.
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