GMC Yukon MPG by Year
Here's the official EPA GMC Yukon MPG for every engine and drivetrain from 1992 to 2027.
Yukon MPG by Year and Version
The EPA has rated 377 configurations of the Yukon across gas, hybrid and diesel versions. Pick a year to compare engines and drivetrains.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yukon XL 2WDDiesel | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | View |
| Yukon 2WDDiesel | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 21 | 26 | 23 | View |
| Yukon XL 4WDDiesel | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | View |
| Yukon 4WDDiesel | 3.0L 6-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 20 | 24 | 22 | View |
| Yukon 2WDPremium Gasoline | 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | View |
| Yukon 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | View |
| Yukon XL 2WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 | 20 | 17 | View |
| Yukon 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 15 | 19 | 17 | View |
| Yukon XL 2WDPremium Gasoline | 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | RWD | 15 | 19 | 16 | View |
| Yukon 4WDPremium Gasoline | 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 16 | View |
| Yukon XL 4WDPremium Gasoline | 6.2L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 16 | View |
| Yukon XL 4WD | 5.3L 8-cyl | Auto 10-spd | 4WD | 14 | 19 | 16 | View |
Yukon MPG Over the Years
Each bar shows the range of combined MPG across every Yukon configuration the EPA rated that year, from the thirstiest version to the most efficient. Hover or tap a year to see the numbers.
Years When Yukon Fuel Economy Changed
Most years look a lot like the one before. These are the years where the EPA numbers moved in a way that matters if you're shopping for a used Yukon.
- 2008: The first hybrid Yukon shows up in the EPA data. Its 21 MPG combined rating tops the previous year's best of 17 MPG.
- 2021: The top combined rating rises to 23 MPG, up from 18 MPG the year before.
How the Yukon Compares
The EPA rated 55 full-size SUVs for 2026. The best Yukon version, at 23 MPG combined, ties for 13th with 7 other models of 55. Combined ratings in the class run from 14 to 37 MPG, with a median of 21. Plug-in hybrids and electric models are ranked separately.
| Rank | Model | Combined |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jeep Cherokee | 37 MPG |
| 2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 36 MPG |
| 3 | Toyota Highlander | 35 MPG |
| 4 | Hyundai Palisade | 34 MPG |
| 5 | Lexus TX | 27 MPG |
| 13 | GMC Yukon | 23 MPG |
What Does a Yukon Cost to Fuel?
Pick a Yukon, then enter your gas price and how much you drive. The math uses the EPA city and highway ratings, weighted by how much of your driving happens in each.
Yukon MPG Questions
Which Yukon year gets the best gas mileage?
The 2021 to 2024 Yukon 2WD holds the top EPA rating at 23 MPG combined (21 city, 27 highway). Among 2026 models, the Yukon XL 2WD is rated at 23 MPG combined.
What's the best gas mileage from a non-hybrid Yukon?
The 2021 to 2024 Yukon 2WD with the 3.0L 6-cylinder diesel and rear-wheel drive is rated at 23 MPG combined (21 city, 27 highway).
Is there still a gas-only Yukon?
Yes. The 2026 Yukon lineup includes 8 gas-only versions, rated 16 to 17 MPG combined.
Does four-wheel drive hurt Yukon fuel economy?
Not by much. On the 2027 Yukon, the best rear-wheel drive version is rated at 17 MPG combined and the best four-wheel drive version at 17 MPG.
Why doesn't my Yukon match the EPA numbers?
EPA ratings come from standardized lab tests. Your results depend on speed, climate, idling, passengers and cargo, roof racks, tire pressure and upkeep. The ratings are best for comparing one vehicle against another. To track your own numbers, try the MPG calculator.
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Where These Numbers Come From
This page was built by Cedrick Reese from the U.S. EPA fuel economy dataset on fueleconomy.gov, which holds 377 ratings for the GMC Yukon from 1992 to 2027. Each row in the table links to the matching EPA vehicle record, so you can check any figure against the source. Ratings from before 2008 use the EPA's revised estimates, which put older vehicles on the same scale as newer ones. When the EPA posts an updated file with new model years or corrected ratings, this page is rebuilt from it. The cost calculator uses the gas price you enter rather than a national average, so the result fits where you live.
Ratings on this page come from the EPA file downloaded on October 1, 2026.
Sources
- Download Fuel Economy Data, fueleconomy.gov, U.S. DOE and EPA
- Vehicle data field definitions, including the revised 1984-2007 estimates, fueleconomy.gov
- Factors that affect fuel economy, fueleconomy.gov