To answer the question, you first have to find the right GMC Yukon XL model and then figure out what you’re going to define as hauling in this SUV. You see, the Yukon XL is the largest vehicle in the GMC lineup that isn’t a truck. Actually, it’s probably bigger than the Sierra 3500HD, so let’s just say it’s the biggest vehicle in the lineup without question. That being said, you’re going to have ample space and power to haul whatever you need to in the 2022 GMC Yukon XL.
Four Ways to Define Hauling in this 2022 GMC
Most of the time, we would define hauling as towing behind the vehicle, but that’s only one way to use the GMC Yukon XL. This SUV also has seating for up to nine people, which means you can haul passengers to where they need to go. There’s a large cargo hold behind the rear seats that can be expanded when the second and third rows are folded, giving you another way to haul. Lest we forget, you can also have a roof rack on top of this brute and put lots of stuff up there, making four ways to haul.
The Power Will Make a Difference in this 2022 GMC
The latest model of the GMC Yukon XL is offered with three different engines, all of which make use of a ten-speed automatic transmission. The engines offered are:
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- 3-liter V8 making 355 horsepower, 383 lb.-ft. of torque
- 2-liter V8 making 420 horsepower, 460 lb.-ft. of torque
- 3.0-liter turbocharged diesel V6 making 277 horsepower, 460 lb.-ft. of torque
Every powertrain can be set up in either RWD or 4WD to give you the power you need to the wheels that you want to drive this big brute. The diesel powertrain gives you the best fuel mileage at 21 city/27 hwy mpg in RWD models or 20 city/26 hwy mpg in 4WD versions.
The maximum towing capacity of the Yukon XL is 8,400 pounds which is more than enough to pull a heavy trailer or large boat to where you need to go. This answers the question for the first way that you can haul stuff in this big and impressive SUV.
Hauling People Takes a Bit More; This 2022 GMC Delivers
To haul your family around and let them enjoy what this SUV offers, you need to give them a vehicle that has the features they want to enjoy during the drive. There are four trims offered for the GMC Yukon XL to ensure you have the items you’re looking for.
Yukon XL SLE
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- Power driver’s seat
- Cruise control
- Forward-collision warning
- Pedestrian detection
- Front and rear parking cameras
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto
- Driver Information Center display
Yukon XL SLT
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- Perforated leather upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats with temperature controls
- 20-inch 6-spoke alloy wheels
- Wireless charging
- 9-speaker Bose audio system
Yukon XL AT4
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- 2-speed transfer case
- Traction Select w/off-road mode
- 20-inch all-terrain wheels
- Heated and ventilated seats
- Heated steering wheel
Yukon XL Denali
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- High Definition surround-vision camera
- A 15-inch color head-up display
- Magnetic Ride Control
- Rear pedestrian alert
These are the basic items that make this SUV comfortable and easy for you to drive, allowing you to haul your family in the GMC Yukon XL.
Plenty of Space for Your Gear
Sometimes, you want to fill the inside of your big SUV with the stuff you want to take with you on the road. Thanks to the independent rear suspension, the Yukon XL now has a flat load floor to give you more cargo room. You’ll find tons of space behind the third row, but when you fold the two rear rows of seats, you’ve got up to 144 cubic feet of space to give you the roominess you’re looking for. This is a big area where you could bring a large project home to give you something to do over the weekend.
A Hauling Decision for the Yukon XL
When you’re looking at all of the features you can have for the GMC Yukon XL; you might want to stay away from the panoramic moonroof, which is an option. This is true if you’re going to have a roof rack installed on your SUV and use this area to carry some of the items you want to take with you during your drive.
There you have it, four ways to haul stuff in the Yukon XL with massive areas that can be perfect for your gear, your trailer, your passengers, and the items that just don’t fit anywhere else. Visit your nearby GMC dealer and ask them to assist you in finding the right version of this SUV for your driving needs today.