2025 GMC Yukon XL vs. 2024 Lincoln Navigator Review

Picture of the 2025 GMC Yukon XL

2025 GMC
Yukon XL

MSRP*: $70,200 to $104,800
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Picture of the 2024 Lincoln Navigator

2024 Lincoln
Navigator

MSRP*: $83,265 to $111,095
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MPG - City 14 - 15 MPG 16 MPG
MPG - Hwy 18 - 19 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 8 seats
Cargo Space 144.5 ft3 103.4 ft3
Engine
  • 305-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Diesel Fuel)
  • 420-hp, 6.2-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 355 - 420 hp 440 hp
Towing Capacity 7,800 - 8,200 lbs 6,200 - 8,300 lbs
Exterior Length 225.2 in 210.0 in
Exterior Width 81.0 in 79.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.5 in
Rear 42.0 in
Front 43.9 in
Rear 42.6 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 42.3 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.9 in
Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lincoln Navigator than in the GMC Yukon XL, due to its greater head- and legroom. The GMC Yukon XL offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Lincoln Navigator, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the GMC Yukon XL as you will with the Lincoln Navigator, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the GMC Yukon XL will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Lincoln Navigator.

Dimensions
The GMC Yukon XL is a little wider than the Lincoln Navigator, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. If you go with the GMC Yukon XL, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Lincoln Navigator.

Handling
The GMC Yukon XL has the same turning radius as the Lincoln Navigator, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Yukon XL is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Navigator for pulling heavy loads. The GMC Yukon XL has a little less horsepower than the Lincoln Navigator.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the GMC Yukon XL doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lincoln Navigator.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the GMC Yukon XL and the Lincoln Navigator. With the GMC Yukon XL, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lincoln Navigator.