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Tow vehicle model guide

GMC Yukon and Yukon XL towing guide

Yukon and Yukon XL are closely related, but their different wheelbases, curb weights, cargo capacity, and configurations can produce different usable towing limits.

maximum available towing on selected properly equipped Yukon configurations

Up to 8,400 lbMaximum or component ratings are not the rating for every configuration. Verify the exact vehicle and load.

Why the number changes

  • Yukon and Yukon XL have different body lengths, curb weights, cargo space, payload, and maximum ratings.
  • Engine, two- or four-wheel drive, axle ratio, trim, and Max Trailering Package determine the applicable chart value.
  • Passengers, cargo, accessories, hitch hardware, and trailer tongue weight all consume the payload shown on the exact SUV.

TowGenius model-year planning profiles

These profiles are starting points for comparison. Replace imported values with the labels and documentation for the exact vehicle, motorhome, hitch, and trip-ready load.

YearModelConfigurationPlanning maxGCWR
2025YukonFeatured planning profile8,400 lb14,500 lb
2025Yukon XLFeatured planning profile8,100 lb14,500 lb
2024Yukon6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,400 lb14,500 lb
2024Yukon XL6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,100 lb14,500 lb
2022Yukon6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,400 lb14,500 lb
2022Yukon XL6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,100 lb14,500 lb
2020Yukon6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,400 lb14,000 lb
2020Yukon XL6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,100 lb14,000 lb
2018Yukon6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,500 lb14,000 lb
2018Yukon XL6.2L V8 with Max Trailering Package planning profile8,100 lb14,000 lb

Manufacturer reference: GMC Yukon information

Common towing matches to evaluate

Family travel trailersPontoon and wake boatsEnclosed cargo trailersUtility and powersports trailers