- suv 173,663
- 955 below average
- 7,595 good
- Rialto, CA
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- 955 below average suv 173,663 white automatic
2005 gmc yukon xl review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Extra luxury in size extra large. introductiongmc yukon xl is a maximum-size suv for maximum-size projects: big trailers to pull, heavy loads to haul, crowds of friends or family (and all their luggage) heading off for a long vacation. Yukon xl is more suv than most people need. It's a well-equipped vehicle and a good choice for families of six or more. Even when fully loaded with people, there's space left over for large amounts of gear. where the yukon xl really comes into its own, however, is when heavy-duty towing is needed. A standard yukon xl 2wd 1500 model is rated to pull trailers up to 8,400 pounds. A yukon xl 2500, the heavy-duty model, is rated to tow 12,000 pounds. This makes the yukon xl an excellent choice for families with boats or horses. though identical in many respects, there are differences between the suburban and the yukon xl. Styling cues distinguish the gmc from the chevrolet. safety features abound. Hydroboost brakes provide power assist even if the engine stalls. Yukon xl comes with a tire-pressure monitor. Traction control comes standard on 2wd models. Most popular is the 1500, the standard light-duty model, rated to tow trailers up to 8400 pounds. The heavy-duty 2500 2wd 40,185) and 2500 4wd 42,885) are rated to pull trailers up to 12,000 pounds. A 6. 0-liter v8 comes standard on denali and 2500 models. An 8. 1-liter v8 is optional 950) for 2500 models, and delivers 440 pound-feet of torque for maximum towing capability. Three rows of seats are standard. Denali is distinguished by unique exterior design cues. It is essentially a 1500 however, and is not available in the heavy-duty 2500 load rating. walkaroundthe gmc yukon xl is a long-wheelbase version of the yukon, just as the suburban is a long-wheelbase version of the chevy tahoe. Xl means extra long: yukon xl is based on the same platform as the yukon, but it's stretched 14 inches in wheelbase and about 20 inches overall. While the yukon can carry a lot of people or a lot of cargo, the yukon xl can do both at the same time. Gmc takes a more sophisticated, more understated approach to design than chevrolet. Still, the yukon xl shares the unmistakable profile of the 'burb. denali trades the standard yukon xl's black grille for a bright mask of fine-metal mesh, but then swaps the base model's chrome bumpers for body-color units, keeping the overall flash level about equal. Round fog lights are neatly tunneled into the lower part of denali's unique front bumper. Cladding adorns the lower body, running down the sides and incorporating the front and rear stone guards; the denali's cladding is oddly shaped, but blends nicely into the color-keyed running boards. for 2005, all yukon xl models come with a station wagon-style liftgate at the rear, with a glass window that opens independently. Made of lightweight aluminum, the liftgate is convenient for quickly adding and removing cargo. Side-by-side cargo doors are no longer available. They are the leaders when it comes to seating and cargo capacity, rivaled only by the ford excursion, which can't quite match the towing grunt of the yukon xl 2500. Big inside, the yukon xl is very roomy and, for the most part, comfortable. the exception is the seats. Gm's bucket seats are big and cushy, but we don't always find them comfortable. The seat bottoms lack support, especially on the sides, and they don't seem long enough. Owners, however, particularly long-term gm loyalists, often disagree with this assessment. Bucket seats are standard on slt and denali models, and an optional on the sle. The standard front seat in yukon xl is a three-passenger, manually reclining 40/20/40 split bench with dual manual lumbar support and six-way power for the driver; we found this setup similar to the buckets in terms of comfort. Yukon xl comes standard with nice cloth upholstery. The optional ultrasoft leather makes this big truck look and feel like a luxury vehicle. the bucket seats are separated by a deep center console that holds lots of stuff. The top of the console lid features a nice rubber-lined indention, handy for sunglasses and other items. It would be even better if the rubber was an insert that could be removed for cleaning. It would be better still if the top of the console wasn't angled forward: lay a clipboard there and it'll slide off. ergonomics are otherwise excellent. The cup holders are superb, a good feature for people who live and work in their vehicles. Above are well-designed map lights that can be aimed. A covered power outlet for cell phones and radar detectors is conveniently located inside the ashtray compartment, in addition to the cigar lighter. the driver information center is located immediately in front of the driver, below the speedometer. It's handy and easy to use, allowing the driver to program automatic locking and other features, as well as providing trip mileage, fuel economy and other data. Turn those features off, turn them on, or deploy them partially. Everything is programmable. A tire-pressure monitoring system continuously checks inflation pressures and flashes a warning on the instrument cluster should any tire lose air pressure. audio and climate control systems are well designed and easy to operate. The manual heating controls that come on the base model (sle) are nicely designed and work well. Much better, however, are the digital three-zone automatic climate controls that come on the other models. They are sophisticated yet easy to operate, and permit separate adjustments for driver and passenger. Audio controls on the steering wheel make it easy to switch among station presets and modes, among other things. Xm satellite radio is nice to have around town for. Power Windows✔ Anti-lock Brakes✔ Power Locks✔ Bucket Seats✔ CD Changer✔ Climate Control✔ Air Conditioning
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