2022 GMC Yukon vs. 2022 Chevy Tahoe

If you’re looking for a powerful new SUV in the Houston area, you might have come across the GMC Yukon or Chevy Tahoe. Since GMC and Chevy are both owned by General Motors, many of their trucks and SUVs are built on the same platform, meaning they have the same specs and capabilities. The Tahoe and Yukon have a lot in common, but there are also some important distinctions between the two. Which truck best suits your unique driving needs? Find out with the team at Texan GMC Buick!

GMC Yukon vs. Chevy Tahoe: Price & Performance

Price is often one of the first things that prospective drivers look at when picking out a new ride. Right off the bat, you’ll see that the GMC Yukon has a slightly higher starting price than the Chevy Tahoe, at $57,400 MSRP compared to the Tahoe’s price of $54,200. Considering that they share an identical engine – a 5.3L EcoTec V8 delivering 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque – you might be wondering why the price is higher. While the Tahoe and Yukon have the same specs and dimensions, the Yukon includes a lot of premium features and upgrade packages that you won’t find on the Tahoe! We’ve got more details below.

GMC Yukon vs. Chevy Tahoe: Interior Dimensions

As we discussed above, the GMC Yukon and Chevy Tahoe are “mirror images” in terms of their size and performance specs. No matter whether you choose the Tahoe or Yukon, you’ll be getting plenty of interior space for passengers and cargo alike. Here are the full interior dimensions for both SUVs:

• Front Head Room: 42.30 inches
• Front Leg Room: 45.50 inches
• Second Head Room: 38.90 inches
• Second Leg Room: 42.00 inches
• Third Head Room: 38.20 inches
• Third Leg Room: 34.90 inches
• Max Cargo Volume: 94.70 cubic feet

GMC Yukon vs. Chevy Tahoe: Interior Features

Where the Yukon and Tahoe start to differ is in their interior features. Both SUVs offer plenty of sleek amenities inside the cabin, but the more premium GMC Yukon pulls ahead with a wider variety of tools to make every Porter ride as smooth, safe, and comfortable as possible. Here’s a selection of standard and available features inside the Yukon cabin that you won’t find on the Tahoe:

• Available Second-Row Power-Release Fold-and-Tumble Seats
• Available Third-Row Power Fold-Flat Seats
• Rainsense™ Automatic Wipers
• Cargo Net
• Reflective Window Shade
• Retractable Cargo Shade
• OnStar® & GMC Connected Service Capable
• 10.2-inch Diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System
• HD Radio

GMC Yukon vs. Chevy Tahoe: Interior Packages

The GMC Yukon also comes with four key upgrade packages that aren’t offered on the Chevy Tahoe. If you want even more helpful features and technology on your SUV, consider picking one of the following:

• GMC Pro Safety Plus Package: Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Following Distance Indicator, Front Pedestrian Braking and IntelliBeam
• Max Trailering Package: Integrated trailer brake controller, Hitch Guidance with Hitch View, In-Vehicle Trailering App, Enhanced Cooling Radiator
• Cargo Convenience Package: Cargo security shade, Collapsible cargo area organizer, Vertical cargo net
• Interior Protection Package: All-weather floor mats, All-weather cargo mat, first, second and third row all-weather floor liners.

Discover the GMC Yukon at Texan GMC Buick

Still on the fence deciding between the Tahoe or Yukon? Check out how the Yukon handles on the New Caney roads! Contact our office to see what we have available, then head to our dealership to set up a test drive. You can also contact us or check out our model research for more information on the Yukon or any of the other models in our Chevy lineup.