Audi Q9 vs GMC Yukon XL
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
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2027 GMC Yukon XL
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q9Premium | GMC Yukon XLElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Elevation |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q9Premium | GMC Yukon XLElevation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $87,700 | $72,900 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $17,995 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $84,053 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $115,148 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 162 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q9Premium | GMC Yukon XLElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 17 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 15 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 20 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.1 gal | 28 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q9Premium | GMC Yukon XLElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 429 hp (best) | 355 hp |
| Torque | 442 lb-ft (best) | 383 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.9 L | 5.3 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q9Premium | GMC Yukon XLElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 7 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 87.7 cu ft | 144.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs | 8,200 lbs (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,430 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 5,302 lbs (best) | 5,722 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 7.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 123.5 in | 134 in (best) |
| Length | 209 in | 225.2 in (best) |
| Width | 79.2 in | 81 in (best) |
| Height | 71.4 in | 76.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q9Premium | GMC Yukon XLElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Audi Q9 | GMC Yukon XL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $87,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Elevation $72,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $93,300 MSRP | Elevation $75,900 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $102,400 MSRP | AT4 $80,600 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Denali $86,100 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Denali $89,100 MSRP |
| 6 | — | AT4 Ultimate $101,200 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Denali Ultimate $107,800 MSRP |
Live inventory
GMC Yukon XL162 for sale
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Elevation
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Denali
Glacier White Tricoat•Teak/Light Shale6 mi$100,764GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
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Denali
Volcanic Red Tintcoat•Black6 mi$96,049GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
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Denali
Sterling Metallic•black6 mi$91,709GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
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AT4
Onyx Black•Forest Storm With Mahogany Accents5 mi$94,987GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
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Elevation
Downpour Metallic•Black6 mi$87,374GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
Audi Q9 vs GMC Yukon XL FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Audi Q9 or 2027 GMC Yukon XL?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Audi Q9 vs 2027 GMC Yukon XL on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Audi Q9 or 2027 GMC Yukon XL?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Yukon XL starts lower at $72,900. Live GMC Yukon XL listings start at $17,995.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Audi Q9 or 2027 GMC Yukon XL?
- The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (72,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Audi Q9 or 2027 GMC Yukon XL?
- The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Audi Q9 or 2027 GMC Yukon XL?
- The 2027 Audi Q9 leads on horsepower in this comparison (429).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Audi Q9 or 2027 GMC Yukon XL?
- The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Audi Q9 or 2027 GMC Yukon XL?
- The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,200).