Yukon XL is available with two-wheel drive ($37,405) or four-wheel drive ($40,105). It comes in two load ratings: Most popular is the standard 1500 model is rated to tow trailers up to 8400 pounds (8100 pounds with 4WD). The heavy-duty 2500 2WD ($38,905) and 2500 4WD ($41,605) are rated to pull trailers up to 12,000 pounds. Unless you're pulling heavy trailers, we recommend the 1500 model for its smoother ride quality.
The base Yukon XL 1500 SLE is well-equipped and comes with the new automatic tri-zone climate control system. It also comes standard with power windows, three rows of seats, an eight-speaker stereo with CD player, cast-aluminum wheels and most other features associated with a premium vehicle. Upholstery is cloth. Front seats are a split bench with six-way power adjustments for the driver.
Several trim packages are available, along with many stand-alone options. SLT ($3090) adds bucket seats with leather inserts, Bose speakers, assist steps (running boards), and rear-seat audio controls. SLT Plus ($5566) adds ultrasoft leather seating surfaces; full-function leather heated bucket seats with 10-way power, two-position memory, power lumbar support; heated, auto-dimming outside mirrors with turn indicators, ground illumination (puddle lamps); Driver Information Center; power-adjustable pedals; Security Package, which includes OnStar's Safe and Sound package, a universal transmitter, dual front side-impact airbags, steering wheel controls for audio and DIC; Cargo Package with cargo shade, cargo net, cargo mat, luggage rack center rails.
Yukon XL Denali ($50,405) comes loaded with luxury features along with a more sophisticated full-time all-wheel-drive system and a bigger engine. A locking rear differential is standard on the Denali.