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Jeep Wagoneer vs GMC Yukon

The Jeep Wagoneer and GMC Yukon are both full-size three-row SUVs. The short answer: the Wagoneer starts thousands lower, makes more standard horsepower, and tows more, while the Yukon offers V8 and diesel engines and a well-known Denali luxury trim. Here is how they compare.

Jeep Wagoneer vs GMC Yukon: specs compared

Specs compared

Specification Jeep Wagoneer GMC Yukon
Starting MSRP About $59,000 About $72,000
Standard engine 3.0L Hurricane twin-turbo (420 hp) 5.3L V8 (355 hp)
Bigger engine (Hurricane only) 6.2L V8 (420 hp); 3.0L diesel
Max towing Up to 10,000 lbs Up to 8,400 lbs
Seating Up to 8 Up to 8
Drivetrain RWD, available 4×4 RWD, available 4WD

By the numbers

Specification Jeep Wagoneer GMC Yukon
Starting MSRP About $59,000 About $72,000
Standard horsepower 420 355
Max towing Up to 10,000 lbs Up to 8,400 lbs
Seating Up to 8 Up to 8

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.

Price and power

The Wagoneer starts around $59,000, well below the Yukon’s roughly $72,000, and its standard 420-horsepower Hurricane six out-powers the Yukon’s base 355-horsepower V8. The Yukon offers an available 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 and a diesel.

Towing and space

The Wagoneer tows up to 10,000 pounds versus 8,400 for the Yukon. Both seat up to eight and offer long-wheelbase bodies for more cargo room.

Luxury and choice

The Yukon is well known for its Denali luxury trim and its wider engine menu, including a diesel. The Wagoneer keeps a single strong Hurricane engine and undercuts the Yukon on price.

The bottom line for Perry shoppers

Choose the Yukon for its Denali luxury trim or a diesel option. Choose the Wagoneer for more standard power, more towing, and a much lower price. At ALM CDJR Perry, a new Wagoneer can add ALM VIP Club benefits and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying vehicles.

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Jeep Wagoneer vs GMC Yukon FAQ

Is the Jeep Wagoneer better than the GMC Yukon?
It depends. The Wagoneer starts thousands lower, makes more standard horsepower, and tows more. The Yukon offers V8 and diesel engines and a well-known Denali luxury trim.
Is the Wagoneer cheaper than the Yukon?
Yes, by a wide margin. The Wagoneer starts around $59,000 versus about $72,000 for the Yukon.
Which tows more?
The Wagoneer, at up to 10,000 pounds versus up to 8,400 for the Yukon.
Which has more standard horsepower?
The Wagoneer, at 420 versus the Yukon’s base 355. The Yukon offers an available 420-horsepower 6.2-liter V8.
Does the Yukon offer a diesel?
Yes, the Yukon offers a 3.0-liter turbo-diesel. The Wagoneer uses the Hurricane twin-turbo gas six.
Which should I buy?
For a luxury Denali trim or a diesel, the Yukon. For power, towing, and price, the Wagoneer. We can arrange a Wagoneer test drive at ALM CDJR Perry.
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