The 2020 GMC XL is an extended version of the standard Yukon, offering more room and comfort for all of your traveling needs. It delivers a capable performance that provides a smooth ride, even when trailering. The 2020 Ford Expedition is another capable large SUV to compare. If you are in the Sacramento area, don’t pass up a chance to take a ride in the 2020 GMC Yukon XL at Reliable Buick GMC.
Design
Designed to make a lasting impression, the 2020 GMC Yukon XL’s distinctive design creates an unmistakable presence, with its sculpted exterior features, signature lighting, and premium wheel options. The hidden rear wiper, available hands-free programmable power liftgate, Rainsense front wipers, and keyless entry are features that will surely impress. The Yukon can seat up to nine passengers and all of their gear, with three spacious rows of seating and plenty of cargo capacity even with the seats up. It offers 39.3 cubic feet of cargo volume behind the 3rd row, and with all of the seats folded down you will get up to 121.7 cubic feet of cargo space. The second-row power-release fold-and-tumble seats make it easier to get in and out and lay them flat when transporting cargo. Its truck-based design allows it to have a high towing capacity of up to up to 8,300 pounds. That’s enough power to pull everything from a few dirt bikes to a large boat or camper on your next vacation. The Yukon XL is offered in SLE, SLT, and Denali trims levels.
The 2020 Ford Expedition seats eight in three rows of seating and comes in two body styles – the Expedition and Expedition Max. It has the capabilities of a truck, but also the convenience and style of an SUV. The Expedition offers a high-end, modern cabin, with upper trims having upgraded leather upholstery, and other leather-wrapped surfaces. It fits 20.9 cubic feet of space behind the third row. Folding those seats down will get you 104.6 cubic feet. The long-wheelbase Expedition Max has 36 cubic feet behind the third row, 79.6 cubic feet behind the second row, and a maximum of 121.5 cubic feet of cargo space. Its truck capabilities will tow up to 9,300 or 9,000 pounds with the long-wheelbase when fully equipped.
Safety and Tech
The Yukon XL carries a load of driver assistance technology that comes standard in all but the base trim level. It’s available key safety features include forward-collision warning and low-speed automated emergency braking, lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. GMC’s infotainment system has practically every feature available with an easy to use interface. It has an 8.0-inch touchscreen with available navigation and easy to read graphics. Also available, is 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay and Android auto compatibility, Bose premium sound system, MyGMC mobile App, rear-seat entertainment system, and up to thirteen charging locations.
Every Expedition comes standard with a user-friendly SYNC 3 infotainment system, which includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay with an 8-inch touch screen. Other standard features include satellite radio, voice recognition, four USB ports, and a Wi-Fi hot spot. Standard in all models, is the Ford Co-Pilot360 with Blind Spot Information System, Pre-collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection, and Adaptive Cruise with Stop-and-Go.
Power, Fuel, and Pricing
The Yukon XL can do it all with its options for powertrains. The base engine is a 5.3-liter V8 that produces 355 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque and is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The optional powertrain consists of a 6.2-liter V-8 engine with a 10-speed automatic transmission that makes 430 horsepower and 460-pound feet of torque. The Yukon XL gets an estimated 15/22 mpg city and highway and is available in either 2WD or 4WD. Starting price for the Yukon XL SLE is $54,695, $56,095 for the SLT, and $71,795 for the Denali.
Starting price for the standard 2020 Ford Expedition is $52,810 or $55,835 for the Max edition in the XLT trim and ranges to $76,965 for the Platinum Max long-wheelbase edition with an estimated 17/23 MPG city and highway. With the Expedition’s 3.5-liter EcoBoost turbocharged V6 engine that is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission, it puts out 375 hp and 470 pound-feet of torque. If you choose the Platinum trim, you will get 400 hp and 480 pound-feet of torque.
Overview
Two powerful, large-size SUVs on the market with comparable features, but the 2020 GMC Yukon XL offers a strong optional engine, plus a long list of standard features, and a lower starting price compared to the 2020 Expedition Max. Load up your family and go take a ride.