2004 GMC Yukon XL Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.46/5 Average
86 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Half-ton models now feature standard Hydroboost brakes, a tire-pressure monitoring system and newly styled optional 17-inch aluminum wheels. The trailering package now includes a 7-to-4-pin brake wiring adapter. For added safety, there is now a front passenger seatbelt reminder. Also, a sunroof and rear-seat entertainment system can be ordered together for the first time. Lastly, GMC has lowered the output figures for the Vortec 8100 -- the engine is now rated at 320 horsepower and 440 pound-feet of torque.

Pros:
  • Huge interior space, strong lineup of V8 engines, Quadrasteer four-wheel steering system, extensive list of available features.
Cons:
  • Some cheap interior materials considering the price, questionable build quality.

User Reviews:

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  • GMC still doing it - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    The best suv on the market. Not to mention the biggest.The Yukon XL is the way to go if you have kids and want to travel. My two kids ride in the middle row bench seat (watching their favorite DVD of course)and the family dog gets the comfy third row seat all to himself while our collection of luggage and other junk rests comfortably in the back for the 6 hour trip to Grandmas about every three weeks. Dont let the fuel milage scare you. We get 19 hwy 13.5 city. Not bad considering the truck weighs 2 1/2 tons. Definately go for the Autoride suspension even if you are not going to tow a lot it helps with body roll in corners with a vehicle of this size.

  • Great truck - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    Big enough to carry everyone and their gear, but sporty and fun to drive. Great pick up. Very comfortable. Highly recommend if you need max passenger and cargo space.

  • My 2nd Denali - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    I recently traded up to Yukon XL Denali. I have owned a Tahoe and Yukon Denali and I am quite pleased with these large vehicles. If you are into large SUVs like me this vehicle has to be on your list. I love the peppy engine, creature comforts, space and styling of this vehicle. I have compared it to Navigator, Escalade, Tahoe, Expedition. I am happy with the spot it occupuys among these players.

  • dENALI - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    IT IS REALLY FUN TO DRIVE.

  • Yukon XL - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    Lots of room in the trunk AND passenger area. Drives like a car, not like a pickup truck. Much better than our last people mover (a 4 yr. old Suburban). Was impressed with the improvements.

  • Yukon XL Excellence - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    Even though it has been only 2 weeks since I bought this vehicle, it has been fun, its easy to drive, plenty of room for the whole family and enough room for cargo also; again its fun to go on long trips.

  • 2004 GMC Yukon XL Denali - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    As nice as the Escalade but alot less expensive. Rides great, very quiet. plenty of power.

  • 2002 to 2004 - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    Ive traded a 2002 Denali for a 2004 XL Denali for more rear space and leg room in the third row. I do miss some features that was deleted from the 2002 Denali. Deleted items: music mute on steering column, console data feedback and computer, underhood service lamp, and the 2 service plugs in the rear.

  • Bad workmanship - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    My GMC has had three front differentials and MANY, MANY other problems. I know the whole service department by first name basis. They have even asked when I was going to start getting a pay check... GMC does not stand behind their product when it comes right down to it. They might fix it if you know what you are talking about, otherwise thay might pull a quick one. GMC has been making these SUVs for a long time so you might think they would have all the quirks worked out ~ at least thats why I bought GMC. BUT its NOT the case.

  • Ultimate SUV - 2004 GMC Yukon XL
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    With a drop-down DVD player and a hand full of movies you can take the family on that 1500 mile trip without a fuss. Its big enough for all your luggage, tows trailers without worry, fits 6-8 adults without worry, offers sleeping room and seating postions, excellerates great, and handles like a Mercedes. After driving an S500 recently, I returned to the Yukon XL with a renewed point of view of how much vehicle this really is. The stable-track nearly eliminates body sway. The long wheelbase soaks up the bumps much better than a pounding/bucking ride Short-Wheel-Base SUV. Towed trailers 10,000 miles and I put a post-it note on the dash to remind me it was back there. Mercedes in GM clothing.

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