Overview & Reviews

Three-quarter-ton models equipped with the 8100 V8 get the new 4L85 heavy-duty transmission, while the previous 4L80 version also gets upgraded with more durable internal parts. A more efficient starter and a stronger steering gear housing have also been added to all gas engines along with flexible fuel capability for the 5300 V8.

• Unmatched interior space, strong V8-engine lineup, extensive list of available features.

• Interior fit-and-finish concerns, still too similar to the Chevy Suburban.

User Reviews:

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  Best SUV on the market - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By leitew - November 24 - 3:43 am

  This is the best SUV on the market. Extremely reliable and confortable to drive. Purchase new in 2002 and now the odometer reads 97,000 miles. The average gas mileage is 16mpg (city and highway combined). The only mechanical problem was the steering that started to make a "clunk" noise at about 40K. Took to the dealer who repaired for about $400. Now at 97K the noise is back. Other than that no complaints. Excellent SUV, reliable and confortable to drive.

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  Great Superb Vehicle - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By kjc - October 20 - 10:00 am

  Drives unbelievably well. Votrec has tons of power. Very, very comfortable to drive long distances. Did a 640 mile trip in one day and could have done another 150-200 with major fatigue.

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  End of Model Year has the best financing - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By KB180 - August 26 - 2:00 am

  Wish mine had the sunroof, but what sold me was the Zero Down, Zero Interest for 60 Months, and no payments for 90 days (2002 Yukon Models)...you cant beat that! Too bad GMC wasnt offering the same deal on 2003s, or I would have bought one of those instead. This model is rated at 12 city/15 hwy, so dont expect to save any money on your next fill up. Fortunately for me, I dont put a lot of miles on annually, so this was not a factor for me. Visibility is also excellent on this vehicle. Handling is supurb, unlike any large SUV Ive driven before (had a Jeep Grand Cherokee LTD previously).

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  Beast of Burden - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By Eric - February 23 - 11:10 pm

  Bought it new in July 2002. Excellent vehicle, particularly if you do a lot of camping or fishing. GREAT gear space when all seats are in use. Only 1 early problem, parking brake cable stuck under warranty, wearing out parking brake shoes. Only other problem - oxygen sensors went bad at 60,000 miles, too early, perhaps got splashed hard with salt brine or water. Good:The front disc pads lasted 70000 miles, rear disc pads 80000 miles, battery 5 years, changed it when I had the Dexcool coolant changed at 5yrs. Original tires lasted 70000 miles. No problems with A/C or transmission. Overall very reliable. 15mpg city, 14 mpg city when very cold. 20mpg highway at 55-60mph; 18mpg at 70. 17@75.

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  Goodbye Dodge Durango...Hello Gmc Yukon! - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By gmc convert - December 21 - 2:00 am

  As a previous owner of a 99 Durango with all the toys. I found My 02 Denali XL to be more enjoyable to drive. The fuel milage was the same with the 6 liter Yukon as it was with my much smaller 5.2 liter Durango. The ride is super and I love my Yukon from the roomy trunk to the leather interior with the Bose audio system, all the way up to the 6 liter engine that pulls my ski boat with not even a wimper.

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  GMC YUKON XL - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By Elmosfire - September 7 - 2:00 am

  I purchased this vehicle due to relocating with my job. Best decision Ive made recently, this Yukon can haul a tremendous amout of cargo. I hardy ever drive my 01 Pathfinder anymore. My most pleasant surprise was the luxury car like ride on the highway.

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  Yukon ZL - 1500 - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By tyoung - July 22 - 10:00 am

  Built well from the factory. All doors etc fit well. Have had no serious problems with the vehicle.

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  i am happy with my new yukon - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By francisco quezada - May 25 - 7:40 am

  I THINK IT IS THE BEST SUV OUT THERE

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  Yukon XL only bested by Denali! - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By S Martineau - May 21 - 10:00 am

  Best in class features and strength for the dollar. If I could find and afford one at the time, I would have bought the same in a Denai upgrade. All four brake assemblies were entirely replaced due to odd wear and rusting. GMC made it right and without delays. Some early rust on undercarriage is being monitored. Could have been shipped or stored in a bad moisture situation, plus it was a dealer demo - who knows what the previous "owner" was up to? Id buy another in a minute!

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  Awesome SUV!!! - 2002 GMC Yukon XL
  By AwesomeCPA - February 17 - 10:00 am

  (Note: Weve actually got the Vortec 8100 but that wasnt a listed model choice) We recently purchased this vehicle to replace an older Suburban. Weve got 3.5 children and occasionally tow a 5500 lb boat. We are very impressed with the quality and performance of this vehicle. We compared to the Toyota Sequoia, the Ford Excursion, the new Ford Expedition and the Mercedes M class. None of these other vehicles had the performance/space/quality "total package" that the GMC has.