Overview & Reviews

The Yukon XL gains numerous functional enhancements for 2003. The Quadrasteer four-wheel steering system is now available on 3/4-ton models for increased maneuverability and better stability when towing, while 1/2-ton versions now offer the Stabilitrak stability control system. Also this year, buyers get a choice of two new optional exterior mirrors: a multifunction power fold-away version with puddle lamps and integrated turn signal lights or extended camper mirrors that are also power foldable. The interior gets numerous upgrades that include tri-zone climate control, an enhanced driver-information center and a redesigned center console and instrument panel. Steering wheel-mounted audio controls are now optional, as are second-row captain's chairs and power adjustable pedals. A revised lineup of entertainment options offers buyers a Bose audio system as well as XM Satellite Radio and a DVD-based entertainment system. Finally, for increased safety, the Yukon XL now features a standard front-passenger-sensing system, dual-stage airbags and three point seatbelts for all positions in the first and second rows.

• Huge interior space, strong V8-engine lineup, Quadrasteer four-wheel steering system, extensive list of available features.

• Some cheap interior materials considering the price, questionable build quality.

User Reviews:

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  Big Hauler, Drives Like a Sports Sedan - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By Michael McGraw - November 2 - 2:00 am

  Truck is a good all around truck. Rode better than my 99. Parking is easy and pickup is good on the hw. Love the load leveling frture.

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  Buyer Beware - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By UpsetYukonOwner - September 5 - 9:53 pm

  To all who want to know how GM takes care of its customers I suggest you read my post. I am a 2003 Yukon XL owner, owned a 97 GMC Suburban prior. Be forewarned to anyone who puts miles on the 03 and forward Yukons and Chevy equals. There is NOTHING Professional Grade about these vehicles!!! To date my vehicle has had to have both front hubs replaced. I have 4 friends with a total of 7 Yukon’s including mine. On these vehicles 5 hubs have had to be replaced. Sounds like an issue to me. If the truck was used in city driving or off road I would understand but for an on the road truck this is not an acceptable quality level for a $48,000. truck.

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  Great after 4 hard years! - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By Brian - August 11 - 2:40 am

  Reliability has been flaelwss! Not one problem after 65k miles of hard living. I tow boats and a heavy boy scout trailer regularly, drive up to the mountians in snow and cruise at 90 on the highway. This SUV never flenched, squeeked or rattled. The air shocks and towing package make this an acceptionally stable vehicle to tow with. It will yank my 6500 LB wet boat our of the water with authority. The all wheel drive and stability control work flawlessley; I dont think its possible to get this SUV stuck. It also is very useful when going camping or taking my daughter to college with all her worldly belongings. It swallows up cargo like a fat kid eating a donut; wooofff; no sweat.

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  Totally decent, what we wanted - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By drdrevans - July 29 - 10:00 am

  This is a good car (ours is an 02), ctually gets OK mileage (15 in town, 17+ on the road), not that much worse (only 1 MPG) than our 97 4 litre 4wd Explorer. Comfortable and quiet, good deal, and holds as much as one can imagine.

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  My Last GM product - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By Chris - July 2 - 2:46 am

  Owned the vehicle for 3 yrs. Clanking noise and vibration in front end was steering column that they replaced under warranty (recall) and has had subsequently needed "lubed" two additional times because the problem shows up every 12K miles. I have had to pay each time for the "fix" which is out of warranty. Water pump out at 42K miles. Heat Shield for the muffler had to be replaced. Out of warranty. Noticing the transmission slipping at 57K miles and transmission was shot. New transmission and out of warranty. GM offered no help. When purchasing the vehicle we debated over this vehicle and the Toyota Sequoia. Have had Toyota products with no problems but thought we would try GM. LAST GM

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  A real SUV that can stand the miles - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By High Miler - June 14 - 2:36 am

  I am approaching 140k miles on my Denali. Its a great truck with a great motor and trans with 0 issues to date. Is it perfect? No. Yes, youll do wheel hubs anywhere from 40k onward. Big deal, I dont fret about a bearing. All vehicles have these types of issues. Right now, toyota cant seem to get a gas pedal to work. The steering column rattle I had replaced under a GM pilot part program. Same with my diesel truck. Its been flawless since. GM large SUVs and trucks share the same parts and platforms. People forget how much this truck really weighs and what it can do and that wearing parts dont last forever.

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  Great Vehicle, Fuel Economy Stinks - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By Drpcfix - May 18 - 10:00 am

  My 96 Diesel got 11-20mpg. Denali XL gets 8mpg city 14 hgy. Painted rear bumper scratches easily. NAV antenna is under dash and has poor signal. Onstar is on the roof.

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  The No. 1 SUV: GMC Yukon XL !!!!! - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By BJs - April 29 - 10:00 am

  Air Bag Lite stays on/off. Front shock too weak or needs different kind. Replaced 2 times as tire wear caused by bad shocks. Shifts to tow/haul by itself, have to stop and turn off engine and restart then it goes off.

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  Impressed! - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By Doug - December 12 - 6:10 am

  I am very pleased with vehicle. It has 110,000 miles and it still smells and drives like a new one. I have had different brands of vehicles, but not with the quality this Yukon XL has. I would never buy another Toyota after driving this GMC. I am very satisfied with everything this machine has to offer! I have been driving GM vehicles for 40 years now and I havent found anything yet that even comes close to the quality! Thankyou GMC

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  Quad-Steer Review - 2003 GMC Yukon XL
  By Charlotte NC Driver - September 4 - 10:00 am

  Very comfortable and well appointed. I love the quadrasteer, when it works! The quadrasteer has malfunctioned and been repaired now 3 times in 30K miles. Replaced 2 AC compressors and a broken muffler (internal components of muffler were broken). Repairs can be costly unless under warranty. I commute 120 miles per day and the Yukon is very comfortable and powerful. I would highly recommend this vehicle again ONLY if an extended warranty was included. I average 14mpg.