Key Features of the 2026 GMC Yukon

6.2L V8 with 10-Speed Automatic

For drivers who want commanding performance with smooth, decisive shifts, the available 420-hp 6.2-liter V8 paired to a quick-thinking 10-speed automatic is the Yukon’s powerhouse combination. In instrumented testing on a similar 2025 model, this engine delivered a brisk 0–60 mph in 5.9 seconds, underscoring how effortlessly it moves a full-size, three-row SUV. The 10-speed’s close ratios keep the engine in its sweet spot, and the column-mounted shifter frees up space on the console. With rear-wheel or four-wheel drive, the drivetrain is tuned for confident acceleration, composed passing, and relaxed highway cruising. Add the Yukon’s independent rear suspension for a settled ride, and you have a long-distance SUV that feels as calm as it is capable.

3.0L Diesel Inline-Six (495 lb-ft)

If your driving profile includes towing, long highway stretches, or a preference for torque-rich power delivery, the available 3.0-liter diesel inline-six is a standout. Rated at 305 horsepower and an impressive 495 lb-ft of torque, it brings abundant low-end pull, which is exactly what you want when merging with a trailer or easing up a grade. The diesel’s torque peak arrives low in the rev range, so it feels strong without drama, and it pairs perfectly with the Yukon’s tow-focused technologies, including Transparent Trailer View and jackknife alert. With the diesel, every model still uses the smooth 10-speed automatic, and you can choose rear- or four-wheel drive to suit your terrain and weather needs.

16.8-Inch Touchscreen with Google Built-in

Every Yukon features a vertically oriented 16.8-inch touchscreen that anchors the dash with crisp graphics and fast responses. Google Built-in provides native access to navigation, voice assistance, and compatible apps to streamline daily driving, while standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto give you easy mirroring from either ecosystem. A built-in Wi-Fi hotspot adds connectivity for long trips, and available rear-seat entertainment can keep passengers engaged on cross-state drives. Audio options start with a quality Bose system and scale up to an available 22-speaker Bose setup with speakers integrated into select second-row headrests. The result is intuitive control for the driver, plus a theater-like experience for everyone else on board.

Super Cruise Hands-Free Driving

For road warriors and commuters alike, available Super Cruise brings hands-free driving capability to compatible roads, taking long-haul fatigue down a notch while adding a layer of high-tech sophistication. The system uses precision mapping, driver attention monitoring, and advanced sensors to handle steering and speed in specific conditions, and it’s easy to engage when the time is right. Beyond Super Cruise, the Yukon lineup builds on a strong foundation of standard safety, including Automatic Emergency Braking with Forward Collision Alert, and it can be upgraded with features like Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, and optional Night Vision with thermal object detection. It’s technology that serves real-world confidence, not just spec-sheet bragging rights.

AT4 Off-Road Hardware and Available Air Suspension

If dirt roads and trailheads are part of your weekend routine, the Yukon AT4 brings purpose-built equipment. It includes a two-speed transfer case for low-range control, underbody skid plates for protection, and 20-inch wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires. An available air suspension can increase ground clearance by up to two additional inches to help clear ruts or uneven terrain while also providing leveling benefits when loaded. This thoughtful engineering means you can leave pavement without leaving comfort behind, and it expands your destination map to cabins, lakes, and ranch gates that might challenge ordinary family SUVs.