2025 GMC Yukon vs 2025 Jeep Wagoneer

$66,900 · SUV

$59,945 · SUV

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Yukon arrives with commanding presence, offering a robust 355 hp and a substantial 210.1 inches of length, aiming for premium refinement. Contrastingly, the 2025 Wagoneer explodes onto the scene with superior power, boasting 420 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque from its standard engine, promising a more thrilling drive straight out of the box. While the Wagoneer is the clear efficiency victor, achieving 20 combined MPG compared to the Yukon's 17 combined MPG, the Yukon counters with a slightly lower starting MSRP relative to its segment positioning at $66,900 versus the Wagoneer's $59,945 (note: the Wagoneer's lower price point is surprising given its performance edge). The 65 hp deficit faced by the Yukon must be weighed against its specific utility metrics and overall perceived luxury polish when making a final decision between these two massive American SUVs.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

The Jeep Wagoneer's superior fuel economy, delivering 20 combined MPG versus the Yukon's 17, offers tangible daily savings for routine driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

The Wagoneer edges out the Yukon with slightly more passenger and cargo utility, offering 27.4 cu ft of space compared to 25.5 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

With 420 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque, the Wagoneer provides significantly more raw muscle than the Yukon's 355 hp and 383 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2025 Jeep Wagoneer

The Jeep Wagoneer wins on pure metrics, offering 65 more horsepower and better MPG while starting $6,955 cheaper than the GMC Yukon.

Choose the GMC Yukon if...

You prefer the slightly tighter exterior dimensions of the Yukon, measuring 210.1 inches long compared to the Wagoneer's 214.7 inches.
You desire the assurance of a vehicle with a higher starting MSRP ($66,900), suggesting a potentially more premium baseline feature set.
You prioritize the Yukon’s 10-speed automatic transmission over the Wagoneer's 8-speed unit for perceived smoother gear changes.

Choose the Jeep Wagoneer if...

You demand the highest output, leveraging the Wagoneer's massive 420 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque advantage.
Fuel efficiency is critical, as the Wagoneer nets 20 combined MPG versus the Yukon's 17 combined MPG.
Budget is a significant factor, as the Wagoneer saves you $6,955 at the starting line compared to the Yukon.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Yukon	Jeep Wagoneer
Length	210.1"	214.7"
Width	81.0"	83.6"
Height	76.5"	75.6"
Wheelbase	121.0"	123.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Brake Drying	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Base Engine Displacement	5.3 L	3.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5600 rpm	420 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	468 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	17/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	360.0/480.0 mi.	450.5/636.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	24.0 gal.	26.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Automatic Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Adjustable Pedals	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Infotainment Display	16.8 in	10.1 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	10	9
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	With Real Time Traffic
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Alpine Speakers	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	6 months

Power Feature

Feature	GMC	Jeep
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Front Head Room	42.3 in.	41.3 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.5 in.	66.1 in.
Front Hip Room	61.5 in.	63.4 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	2
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	—	✓
Passenger Seat Ventilation	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	40.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.0 in.	42.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	64.7 in.	65.2 in.
Rear Hip Room	61.3 in.	63.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Third Row Seats Folds Into Floor	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	20 x 9.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	275/60R20	275/55R20
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	GMC	Jeep
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 GMC Yukon and 2025 Jeep Wagoneer.

What is the primary performance difference between the 2025 Yukon and the 2025 Wagoneer?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer is significantly more powerful, delivering 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque standard. In contrast, the 2025 GMC Yukon offers 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque.

How do the fuel economies compare for these two large SUVs?

The Jeep Wagoneer is notably more efficient, achieving 20 combined MPG (17 city/24 highway). The GMC Yukon trails slightly, rated at 17 combined MPG (15 city/20 highway).

Which vehicle offers more space for hauling gear?

The Jeep Wagoneer provides marginally more dedicated storage capacity at 27.4 cubic feet behind the third row. The GMC Yukon offers 25.5 cubic feet in the same configuration.

Is the 2025 GMC Yukon a better value proposition than the Wagoneer?

Based on raw power and efficiency metrics, the Wagoneer offers substantially more performance (65 more hp) and better MPG for $6,955 less, suggesting better measurable value.