2025 Jeep Wagoneer L vs 2026 GMC Yukon XL

$62,945 · SUV

$72,200 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Deciding between two large SUVs like the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L and the 2026 GMC Yukon XL often boils down to balancing sheer size, available power, and the bottom line. The Wagoneer L leads the charge in performance, boasting 420 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque compared to the Yukon XL's 355 hp and 383 lb-ft. This power difference translates to better efficiency; the Wagoneer L achieves 20 MPG combined using regular unleaded, while the Yukon XL struggles at 17 MPG combined. However, the Yukon XL is slightly smaller in overall length at 225.2 inches versus the Wagoneer L's substantial 226.7 inches, though they offer nearly identical cargo space (42.1 cu ft vs. 41.5 cu ft). The most significant differentiator is price, with the Wagoneer L starting at $62,945, undercutting the Yukon XL's MSRP of $72,200 by $9,255.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

The Wagoneer L wins for daily driving due to its superior combined fuel economy of 20 MPG versus the Yukon XL's 17 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

While both are large, the Wagoneer L offers slightly more usable cargo capacity at 42.1 cubic feet and is nearly 3 inches taller at 79.6 inches.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

The Wagoneer L is the clear enthusiast choice with a significant 65 horsepower advantage, producing 420 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

The Wagoneer L offers substantially more power for a starting MSRP that is $9,255 less than the GMC Yukon XL.

Choose the Jeep Wagoneer L if...

You prioritize outright engine performance, as the Wagoneer L delivers 420 hp and 468 lb-ft of torque.
You want to save money upfront, as the Wagoneer L's $62,945 MSRP is nearly ten thousand dollars cheaper than the competition.
You prefer better fuel efficiency in a large SUV, achieving a 20 MPG combined rating on regular unleaded fuel.

Choose the GMC Yukon XL if...

You prefer a slightly less imposing footprint, as the Yukon XL is marginally shorter in length (225.2 inches) and height (76.5 inches).
You value a 10-speed automatic transmission, which offers one extra gear over the Wagoneer L's 8-speed unit.
You need a vehicle that is precisely 1.5 inches narrower (81.0 inches vs. 83.6 inches) for tight garage situations.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Wagoneer L	GMC Yukon XL
Length	226.7"	225.2"
Width	83.6"	81.0"
Height	79.6"	76.5"
Wheelbase	130.0"	134.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	GMC
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

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

Drive Train

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

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	GMC
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/24 MPG	15/20 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	17 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	518.5/732.0 mi.	420.0/560.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	30.5 gal.	28.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

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

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	GMC
Front Head Room	41.3 in.	42.3 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	44.5 in.
Front Shoulder Room	66.1 in.	65.5 in.
Front Hip Room	63.4 in.	61.5 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	Jeep	GMC
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	38.9 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.7 in.	42.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	65.2 in.	64.7 in.
Rear Hip Room	63.0 in.	61.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Third Row Seats Folds Into Floor	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

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

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	GMC
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ 100000 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 Jeep Wagoneer L and 2026 GMC Yukon XL.

Is the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L significantly larger than the 2026 GMC Yukon XL?

They are very close in size, but the Wagoneer L is technically the longer vehicle at 226.7 inches compared to the Yukon XL’s 225.2 inches. Despite this, the Yukon XL is narrower by 2.6 inches, which might matter more for parking.

How much more power does the Wagoneer L have, and does it affect fuel economy?

The Wagoneer L is much more powerful, producing 420 hp versus the Yukon XL's 355 hp. However, this power comes with a slight penalty in daily running costs, as the Wagoneer L gets 20 MPG combined versus the Yukon XL’s 17 MPG combined.

What is the exact price difference between these two SUVs?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L starts at $62,945, meaning it undercuts the 2026 GMC Yukon XL's starting price of $72,200 by exactly $9,255.

Do either of these large SUVs require premium fuel?

No, based on the provided specifications, both the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L and the 2026 GMC Yukon XL specify regular unleaded fuel, keeping refueling costs consistent between them.

Which vehicle offers more practical storage space behind the third row?

The storage capacity is nearly identical, but the Wagoneer L edges out the Yukon XL slightly, offering 42.1 cubic feet compared to the Yukon XL's 41.5 cubic feet.

Do the transmission differences between the two models matter much?

The Yukon XL utilizes a 10-speed automatic, offering an extra gear over the Wagoneer L's 8-speed. While the extra gears theoretically aid highway cruising efficiency, the Wagoneer L still achieves better overall MPG.