Engine: 5.3-liter 16-valve V8

Engine Options: 310-hp 5.3-liter V8; 320-hp 5.3-liter V8; 366-hp 6.0-liter V8; 380-hp 6.2-liter V8 (Denali)

Transmission: 4-speed automatic

Transmission Options: 4-speed automatic; 6-speed automatic (Denali)

Standard Safety Equipment: dual frontal airbags, ABS with electronic proportioning, electronic stability program with anti-rollover mitigation and traction control (StabiliTrak)

Optional Safety Equipment: full-length curtain airbags; rearview camera

Basic Warranty: 3 years/36,000 miles

Assembled In: Janesville, Wisconsin; Silao, Mexico

Model Tested: GMC Yukon XL 1500 2WD ($37,665)

Standard Equipment: tri-zone climate control, power windows, power locks, cruise control, message center, trip computer, deep tinted glass, foglamps, heated mirrors, tow package, 17-inch aluminum wheels

Options as Tested: SLT-2 package ($4135) including leather interior, front power heated seats, adjustable pedals, full length curtain airbags, remote starting, 6-disc CD changer; XM satellite radio; Bose premium sound system; universal home remote; rear parking assist; roof rack crossbars; navigation radio with CD/DVD/MP3 ($2145); 20-inch polished aluminum wheels ($1795); DVD entertainment system ($1295); power sliding sunroof ($995); second-row bucket seats ($490); power control to fold second-row seats ($4250); power liftgate with lift glass ($350); rearview camera system ($195); third-row center seat ($100); heated washer fluid ($85); package discount (-$400)

Destination Charge: 900

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: rear-wheel drive

Horsepower: 310 @ 5200

Torque: 335 @ 4400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 15/21

Wheelbase: 130.0 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 222.4/79.1/76.8 inches

Track Front/Rear: 68.2/67.0 inches

Turning Cycle: 43.0 feet

Seating Capacity: 7 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 41.1/64.4/41.3 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: 38.5/61.8/39.5 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 38.1/49.4/34.9 inches

Trunk Volume: 137.4 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent

Ground Clearance: 8.9 inches

Curb Weight: 5757 pounds

Towing Capacity: 8200 pounds

Tires:

Brakes: vented disc/disc with ABS and electronic brake proportioning

Fuel Capacity: 31.5 Gallons