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2012 GMC Yukon

SLE
$40,085
SLT
$45,570
Denali
$55,010

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All engines are E85 compatible
Six-speed automatic
Seats up to nine
Available backup camera and blind spot warning system
StabiliTrak now includes electronic trailer-sway control and hill start assist

2012 GMC Yukon review: Our expert's take

The 2012 GMC Yukon is the middle child among GM's full-size SUVs. Based on price and equipment, the Yukon sits squarely between the Chevrolet Tahoe and Cadillac Escalade. Four-wheel drive is available on the Yukon, as are seating configurations for up to nine occupants. Competitors include the Ford Expedition and Toyota Sequoia.

The Yukon XL is covered separately in the Cars.com Research section.

The Yukon SLT now comes standard with heated leather front seats; a heated steering wheel is optional. A blind spot warning system now comes on Denali models. A new navigation radio with a USB port and the ability to record broadcasts is optional.

The Yukon has a one-piece grille and taller headlights than its sister Tahoe, with jewel-like bezels and a wider, lower air dam. The rest of the body features blocky fenders, long rear-quarter windows and a squared-off back end. The Yukon is also available in a higher-end Denali trim level. Denali models come with 20-inch wheels, chrome exterior trim and a power-operated liftgate. Exterior features include:

Integrated running boards
Standard 17-inch aluminum wheels
Standard heated power side mirrors
Optional 20-inch wheels
Chrome honeycomb grille (Denali)
Optional power-operated running boards

The Yukon's dashboard has the same shape as its GM siblings. That's good news because the domed instrument panel, carlike dashboard and flush-mounted buttons make for a handsome design.

This SUV can seat up to nine occupants when benches are placed in all three rows. Some models replace first- and second-row benches with captain's chairs, lowering total seating capacity to seven. The third row is removable, but it doesn't fold flat to the floor as some competitors' seats do. Third-row seating is standard on all models. Interior features include:

Standard leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls
Standard Bose stereo
Available sunroof
Available cloth or leather-appointed seats
Available integrated backup camera in rearview mirror
Available heated/cooled front seats

The Yukon is available with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The Yukon Denali can have an all-wheel-drive system that's distinct from the available part-time four-wheel drive on the regular Yukon. When properly equipped, the Yukon can tow up to 8,500 pounds. Mechanical features include:

Flex-fuel 320-horsepower, 5.3-liter V-8 with 335 pounds-feet of torque
Flex-fuel 403-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 with 417 pounds-feet of torque
Both V-8s feature fuel-saving cylinder-deactivation technology
Six-speed automatic transmission
Optional load-leveling rear suspension
Optional Off-Road Suspension Package

Safety options include a blind spot warning system, rear parking sensors and a backup camera. Standard safety features include:

Side curtain airbags with rollover sensor
Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for the front row
Four-wheel-disc antilock brakes
Electronic stability system with traction control, trailer-sway control and hill start assist
Recovery hooks

Consumer reviews

94% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.9
Interior design 4.8
Performance 4.9
Value for the money 4.8
Exterior styling 4.9
Reliability 4.9

Most recent consumer reviews

For so far it's a very reliable vehicle

This SUV meets all of my needs. And it has plenty of leg room in front and back. And I just love the exterior and interiors designed.

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Looove this truck

March 10, 2020

By Desirae R. from Vicksburg, MS

Used to own this car

This truck was just as I expected it has plenty of leg room, and also room for the kids. Rides VERY smooth & quiet. It's bigger than what I'm used to driving but i will get used to it overtime but other than that i Loooove my Truck!!!!!!

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2nd best GMC product I have ever owned.

May 27, 2019

By Dave's Mistake from Rossmoor, CA

Owns this car

Except for the lack of corporate support really it's a great car - cracked dash - not my fault. No GM support. I contacted dealer, local customer service, regional customer service and national customer service. They all turned me away like a smelly old tennis shoe. I will never buy another GM product - you can bet the house on that.

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Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum age/mileage: 5 model years or newer/up to 75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms: 12 months/12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years/100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Powertrain: 6 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required: 172-point inspection
Roadside assistance: Yes

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