History

The Yukon XL is GMC’s extended wheelbase full-size SUV cousin to the Chevrolet Suburban. The history goes back to the 1935 Chevrolet Suburban Carryall, but the real predecessor was introduced in 1973 as the 4-door GMC Suburban. For 2000 the GMC Suburban became the Yukon XL, leaving the Suburban name to Chevrolet. The all-new Yukon XL debuts as a 2007 model in early 2006. The 2007 GMC Yukon XL is completely redesigned with new exterior styling, sharper driving feel, more power, improved fuel economy, increased interior refinement and improved interior quietness. The 2007 Yukon XL receives a new, fully-boxed frame, wider front and rear tracks, coil-over-shock front suspension, rack-and-pinion steering and a new, premium interior. Noise-reducing components and materials are used throughout the body structure, including the headliner, door seals and dash area.