What's New for the 2026 GMC Yukon?
The stylish GMC Yukon is a bold family SUV that falls on the larger end of the SUV spectrum. GMC still keeps the Yukon efficient and manageable with its futuristic technology and aerodynamic design. This is a large SUV that's a pleasure to drive. For the 2026 model year, GMC builds upon the extensive revisions made in the 2025 model year, refining rather than completely redesigning. You'll find lower trims with a lot more features in 2026.
What Are the 2026 Yukon Trims & Features?
Trims: Elevation, AT4, AT4 Ultimate, Denali, Denali Ultimate
If you prefer your SUVs to be flashy and luxurious, the Yukon is one of the most palatial and elegant options around. Even its base model gets luxuries like heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. AT4 trims have an enhanced exterior with 20" machined and painted Carbon Flash metallic wheels, red recovery hooks, and a skid plate for protection. Optional features for this model will enhance your off-roading and include an Air Ride adaptive suspension system. For top performance and luxuries, look to the duo of Denali trims at the end of the trim lineup. With amazing features like a power-sliding center console and a Multi-Color 15" head-up display (Denali), 24" selective machined and painted After Midnight metallic aluminum wheels, and standard Super Cruise hands-free driving (Denali Ultimate), both Denali trims offer the best the modern SUV industry has to offer.
How Much Horsepower Does the 2026 Yukon Have?
There are three engine options for the latest Yukon: a 5.3L V8 engine rated at 355 horsepower, a 6.2L V8 rated at 420 horsepower, and a Duramax 3.0L Turbo-Diesel rated at 305 horsepower. Torque ratings are through the roof for the latest Yukon as well, topping out at 495 lb-ft of torque.
What Safety Features Does the 2026 Yukon Include?
As GMC says, they make "driver confidence a priority." The Yukon demonstrates this fact. The 2026 Yukon boasts more than 17 standard driver-assist and safety features, including enhanced automatic emergency braking, rear cross traffic braking, enhanced automatic parking assist, and Blind Zone Steering Assist. Yukon drivers always feel secure.
