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Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs GMC Yukon Denali

The Jeep Grand Wagoneer and GMC Yukon Denali are both near-luxury full-size SUVs. The short answer: the Grand Wagoneer offers more available power and tows more, while the Yukon Denali counters with a lower entry price, a V8, and an available diesel. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs GMC Yukon Denali: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Grand Wagoneer GMC Yukon Denali
Starting MSRP About $64,740 About $76,000
Standard engine 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo (420 hp) 6.2L V8 (420 hp)
Top engine 510 hp (High Output) 420 hp V8; 3.0L diesel available
Max towing Up to 10,000 lbs Up to 8,400 lbs
Seating Up to 8 Up to 8
Bodies Standard and long (L) Standard and long (XL)

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Grand Wagoneer GMC Yukon Denali
Starting MSRP About $64,740 About $76,000
Top horsepower 510 420
Max towing Up to 10,000 lbs Up to 8,400 lbs
Diesel option No Yes

Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.

Power and towing

The Grand Wagoneer’s available 510-horsepower High Output engine tops the Yukon Denali’s 420-horsepower V8, and the Grand Wagoneer tows more, up to 10,000 pounds versus 8,400.

Price and engines

The Yukon Denali starts around $76,000, above the Grand Wagoneer’s $64,740, but offers a V8 and an available diesel for efficiency. The Grand Wagoneer keeps the Hurricane twin-turbo six with an available High Output tune.

Luxury and space

The Yukon Denali is well known for its upscale cabin and comes in standard and extended (XL) lengths. The Grand Wagoneer answers with best-in-class interior volume and available Nappa leather and massaging seats.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Yukon Denali for a V8, an available diesel, and a familiar badge. Choose the Grand Wagoneer for more available power, more towing, and a lower price. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Grand Wagoneer can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Jeep Grand Wagoneer vs GMC Yukon Denali FAQ

Is the Jeep Grand Wagoneer better than the GMC Yukon Denali?
It depends. The Grand Wagoneer offers more available power, more towing, and a lower price. The Yukon Denali counters with a V8 and an available diesel.
Is the Grand Wagoneer cheaper than the Yukon Denali?
Yes. The Grand Wagoneer starts around $64,740 versus about $76,000 for the Yukon Denali.
Which has more power?
The Grand Wagoneer’s available High Output engine makes 510 horsepower versus the Yukon Denali’s 420-horsepower V8.
Which tows more?
The Grand Wagoneer, at up to 10,000 pounds versus up to 8,400 for the Yukon Denali.
Does the Yukon Denali offer a diesel?
Yes, the Yukon Denali offers a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel. The Grand Wagoneer uses the Hurricane twin-turbo gas six.
Which should I buy?
For a V8 or diesel and a lower entry among the two, the Yukon Denali. For power, towing, and the lowest price, the Grand Wagoneer. We can arrange a Grand Wagoneer test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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