GMC YUKON

The 2026 GMC Yukon is a full-size SUV sold in the United States in five trims: Elevation, AT4, Denali, AT4 Ultimate, and Denali Ultimate. It is offered with three engines, 10-speed automatic transmission, available RWD or 4WD depending on trim, Google built-in infotainment, available Super Cruise, and an eight-color exterior palette with trim-specific color availability.

Trim & Transmission Lineup

The 5.3L V8 is the standard engine on Elevation and AT4, the 6.2L V8 is standard on Denali, AT4 Ultimate, and Denali Ultimate, and the 3.0L diesel is available across the lineup. The Yukon uses a 10-speed automatic transmission in all trims.

Dimensions

The regular Yukon and Yukon XL share the same width and height, while the XL adds length and cargo volume.

Available Colors

Glacier White Tricoat is the new 2026 color and replaces White Frost Tricoat. Midnight Pine is exclusive to the AT4 and AT4 Ultimate, while Downpour Metallic is not offered on the AT4 or AT4 Ultimate.

Key Features by Trim

Safety & ADAS

• Super Cruise hands-free driving is available on the Yukon lineup, with trim-dependent availability and package requirements.
• GMC’s safety and driver-assistance suite includes the expected full-size SUV ADAS set, with features such as automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, lane-keeping assistance, blind-zone monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise functions commonly listed for the model.
• Night Vision is highlighted as a segment-exclusive feature on Denali Ultimate.

Infotainment & Connectivity

• Google built-in is available on the 2026 Yukon, integrating Google Assistant, Google Maps, and app access through the infotainment system.
• The model includes a large touchscreen interface, smartphone integration, and connected-services capability through GMC’s infotainment platform.

Comfort & Interior

• Elevation offers the most accessible Yukon cabin layout with CoreTec/perforated leather-appointed seating in either Jet Black or Dark Atmosphere/Gideon.
• AT4 features Forest Storm with Mahogany accents and a more adventure-oriented cabin theme.
• Denali brings premium leather seating in Teak/Light Shale or Jet Black configurations.
• AT4 Ultimate uses Obsidian Rush with Red accents and premium leather.
• Denali Ultimate gets Woodland Mahogany premium leather.

Exterior

• Elevation has the broadest volume-oriented trim presentation with 20-inch wheels and mainstream color choices.
• AT4 and AT4 Ultimate feature the rugged, off-road-focused design language with exclusive Midnight Pine paint.
• Denali and Denali Ultimate emphasize the luxury appearance package and exclusive Glacier White Tricoat availability.
• Denali Ultimate is the most upscale trim and is commonly associated with the largest available 24-inch wheel design in the lineup.

Performance / Off-Road

• AT4 and AT4 Ultimate are the off-road-oriented trims and come standard with 4WD, Magnetic Ride Control, and off-road tuning.
• AT4 models are equipped with all-terrain hardware and a more trail-ready chassis calibration than the luxury-focused trims.
• The 6.2L V8 is available on AT4 and standard on AT4 Ultimate and Denali Ultimate, giving the higher-output trims the strongest gasoline performance in the lineup.

Towing, Payload & Capability

The Yukon’s towing rating varies with powertrain and configuration, and the strongest tow figures are achieved with the appropriate engine and equipment combination. AT4 and AT4 Ultimate are the trims intended for the highest off-road use, while Denali and Denali Ultimate prioritize luxury and technology.