2026 GMC Yukon vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery

$69,200 · SUV

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2026 GMC Yukon and the 2026 Land Rover Discovery is the $9,000 MSRP gap, with the Yukon starting at $69,200 against the Discovery's $60,200. Power output also heavily favors the Yukon, generating 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque compared to the Discovery's 296 hp and 295 lb-ft. This performance comes at an efficiency cost, as the Yukon delivers a combined 17 MPG (15 City/20 Highway) using regular unleaded, while the Discovery achieves a better 20 MPG combined (19 City/23 Highway), though it mandates premium fuel. Dimensionally, the Yukon is considerably larger, measuring 210.1 inches long versus the Discovery’s 195.1 inches, translating to 25.5 cu ft of dedicated cargo capacity for the Yukon compared to the Discovery's unlisted figure. The Yukon's RWD configuration contrasts with the Discovery's standard 4WD.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery offers superior fuel economy at 20 MPG combined versus the Yukon's 17 MPG combined.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 GMC Yukon

The 2026 GMC Yukon's larger footprint (210.1 inches long) suggests superior passenger space and the larger 25.5 cu ft standard cargo area is advantageous.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 GMC Yukon

The 2026 GMC Yukon provides a substantial 59 hp advantage and 88 more lb-ft of torque than the Discovery.

💰 Best Value

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery undercuts the Yukon's MSRP by $9,000 while still offering a respectable 296 hp powertrain.

Choose the GMC Yukon if...

Maximum towing and acceleration capability is required, evidenced by 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque.
A larger overall physical presence is desired, specified by its 210.1-inch length and 81.0-inch width.
The owner prefers utilizing regular unleaded fuel instead of premium fuel.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

Fuel efficiency is prioritized, as it achieves 20 MPG combined versus the Yukon's 17 MPG combined.
Standard four-wheel drive capability is necessary for varied driving conditions.
The budget is strictly limited, due to the significantly lower base MSRP of $60,200.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	GMC Yukon	Land Rover Discovery
Length	210.1"	195.1"
Width	81.0"	-
Height	76.5"	74.3"
Wheelbase	121.0"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
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	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓

Engine

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	5.3 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V8	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	355 hp @ 5600 rpm	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	383 lb-ft @ 4100 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Overhead valves (OHV)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	15/20 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	17 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	360.0/480.0 mi.	452.2/547.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	24.0 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
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	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	16.8 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Bose	—
Speaker System	10	11
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Front Head Room	42.3 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	44.5 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	65.5 in.	—
Front Hip Room	61.5 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-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
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.9 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.0 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	64.7 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	61.3 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	✓	—
Power Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Terrain
Tire Size	275/60R20	—
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	GMC	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2026 GMC Yukon and 2026 Land Rover Discovery.

How does the fuel economy compare between the 2026 Yukon and Discovery?

The 2026 Land Rover Discovery is more efficient, achieving 20 MPG combined (19 City/23 Highway). The 2026 GMC Yukon lags slightly, rated at 17 MPG combined (15 City/20 Highway).

Which vehicle is significantly more powerful?

The 2026 GMC Yukon holds a definitive power advantage, producing 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. This is substantially higher than the Discovery’s 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.

What is the MSRP difference between these two SUVs?

There is a substantial $9,000 difference in starting price; the 2026 Yukon begins at $69,200, whereas the 2026 Discovery starts at $60,200.

Does one vehicle require a more expensive fuel type?

Yes, the 2026 Land Rover Discovery requires premium unleaded fuel for its operation. In contrast, the 2026 GMC Yukon is designed to run on regular unleaded gasoline.

Which vehicle is physically larger, affecting maneuverability and capacity?

The 2026 GMC Yukon is larger, measuring 210.1 inches in length compared to the Discovery’s 195.1 inches, which likely contributes to its 25.5 cu ft of cargo space.