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GMC Yukon MPG & Fuel Cost by Year
28 model years · 2000–2027
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
GMC Yukon fuel economy at a glance
EPA has rated the GMC Yukon for 28 model years, 2000 to 2027. Across those years its combined rating runs 12–23 MPG. The latest model year, 2027, has 12 configurations rated 16–23 MPG combined and costing $3,900–$4,930 a year to fuel at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient configuration on record since 2000 is the 2027 XL 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD, at 23 MPG. Model year 2027 is still being filled in by EPA, so its row may gain configurations. EPA ratings go back to 1984: the earliest rating on this page is 13 MPG in 1992.
GMC Yukon MPG by year
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Hybrid (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-2027* (T1UG) Generation page | ||||
| 2027 (partial) | 16–17 | — | 22–23 | $3,900–$4,930 |
| 2026 | 16–17 | — | 22–23 | $3,900–$4,930 |
| 2025 | 16–17 | — | 22–23 | $3,900–$4,930 |
| 2024 | 16–17 | — | 22–23 | $3,880–$5,110 |
| 2023 | 16–17 | — | 22–23 | $3,880–$5,110 |
| 2022 | 16–17 | — | 22–23 | $3,880–$5,140 |
| 2021 | 16–18 | — | 22–23 | $3,630–$5,180 |
| 2015-2020 (K2UG) Generation page | ||||
| 2020 | 16–18 | — | — | $3,710–$5,040 |
| 2019 | 16–18 | — | — | $3,710–$5,000 |
| 2018 | 16–19 | — | — | $3,410–$4,950 |
| 2017 | 16–19 | — | — | $3,510–$4,080 |
| 2016 | 17–19 | — | — | $3,530–$3,950 |
| 2015 | 16–18 | — | — | $3,530–$4,080 |
| 2007-2014 (GMT900) Generation page | ||||
| 2014 | 14–17 | — | — | $3,810–$4,520 |
| 2013 | 12–17 | 21 | — | $3,070–$5,350 |
| 2012 | 12–17 | 21 | — | $3,070–$5,350 |
| 2011 | 12–17 | 21 | — | $3,070–$5,350 |
| 2010 | 14–17 | 21–22 | — | $2,970–$4,670 |
| 2009 | 14–17 | 20–21 | — | $3,110–$4,670 |
| 2008 | 14–16 | 20–21 | — | $3,110–$5,740 |
| 2007 | 14–17 | — | — | $3,840–$5,740 |
| 2000-2006 (GMT800) Generation page | ||||
| 2006 | 13–16 | — | — | $4,080–$5,030 |
| 2005 | 13–16 | — | — | $4,080–$6,180 |
| 2004 | 13–15 | — | — | $4,360–$5,030 |
| 2003 | 13–15 | — | — | $4,360–$5,030 |
| 2002 | 12–15 | — | — | $4,360–$5,440 |
| 2001 | 12–15 | — | — | $4,360–$5,440 |
| 2000 | 13–15 | — | — | $4,360–$5,030 |
Costs use the current EIA price set and 15,000 miles a year for every year, so years are comparable. Green marks the best year for each powertrain.
GMC Yukon generations
4 generations between 2000 and 2027. Open one for the table of every model year and configuration.
2027 powertrain options
GMC Yukon MPG history, 1992–1999
| Year | Gas (MPG) | Diesel (MPG) |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 13–14 | 15 |
| 1998 | 13–14 | 15 |
| 1997 | 14–15 | 15 |
| 1996 | 14 | 15 |
| 1995 | 12 | 14 |
| 1994 | 12 | 15 |
| 1993 | 13 | — |
| 1992 | 13 | — |
EPA re-estimated the ratings of pre-2008 vehicles under its 2008 method; these are the re-estimated values.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the GMC Yukon's gas mileage by year?
EPA combined ratings for the GMC Yukon run 12–23 MPG across model years 2000 to 2027. The latest year, 2027, is rated 16–23 MPG.
Which GMC Yukon model year has the best gas mileage?
The 2027 GMC Yukon XL 3.0L 6-cyl turbo RWD has the highest combined rating since 2000, at 23 MPG.
How much does a GMC Yukon cost to fuel per year?
For MY2027, EPA-rated configurations cost $3,900–$4,930 a year to fuel, driving 15,000 miles at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). The most efficient one costs $4,100.
Has the GMC Yukon's fuel economy improved over time?
Yes. The most efficient configuration moved from 15 MPG in 2000 to 23 MPG in 2027, 8 MPG more. Going back further, the best rating in 1984 was 13 MPG.
Is there a hybrid, plug-in or electric GMC Yukon?
Yes. Hybrid versions are rated from 2008 to 2013 (20–22 MPG).
How many generations of the GMC Yukon are there?
EPA data covers 4 generations of the GMC Yukon: 2021-2027*, 2015-2020, 2007-2014, 2000-2006. Each has its own page with a table for every model year.