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BMW X5 vs GMC Yukon

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 BMW X5

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2026 GMC Yukon

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Overview

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iGMC YukonElevation
Selected trimsDrive40iElevation
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iGMC YukonElevation
MSRP$67,600 (best)$69,200
Lowest listing price$10,291$4,355 (best)
Median listing price$79,400$64,689 (best)
Highest listing price$111,342 (best)$113,780
For sale now324 (best)206

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iGMC YukonElevation
Combined MPG—17 MPG (best)
City MPG—15 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—20 MPG (best)
Fuel tank21.9 gal24 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iGMC YukonElevation
Horsepower375 hp (best)355 hp
Torque398 lb-ft (best)383 lb-ft
Engine size3 L5.3 L (best)
CylindersI6V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iGMC YukonElevation
Seating5 seats8 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume72.3 cu ft122.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,952 lbs8,400 lbs (best)
Payload1,054 lbs1,510 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,919 lbs (best)5,602 lbs
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)7.8 in
Wheelbase117.1 in121 in (best)
Length194.2 in210.1 in (best)
Width78.9 in81 in (best)
Height69.1 in76.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X5sDrive40iGMC YukonElevation
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
RolloverNot Rated3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2 (best)3

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.

TrimBMW X5GMC Yukon
1

sDrive40i

$67,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Elevation

$69,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

xDrive40i

$69,900 MSRP

Elevation

$72,200 MSRP

3

xDrive50e

$75,200 MSRP

AT4

$76,000 MSRP

4

M60i

$92,600 MSRP

Denali

$80,000 MSRP

5

Competition

$129,700 MSRP

Denali

$83,000 MSRP

6—

AT4 Ultimate

$97,300 MSRP

7—

Denali Ultimate

$103,300 MSRP

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BMW X5 vs GMC Yukon FAQ

Which is better: 2026 BMW X5 or 2026 GMC Yukon?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X5 vs 2026 GMC Yukon on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 BMW X5 or 2026 GMC Yukon?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 BMW X5 starts lower at $67,600. Live BMW X5 listings start at $10,291. Live GMC Yukon listings start at $4,355.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X5 or 2026 GMC Yukon?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (67,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X5 or 2026 GMC Yukon?
The 2026 GMC Yukon leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X5 or 2026 GMC Yukon?
The 2026 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (617).
Which has better seats: 2026 BMW X5 or 2026 GMC Yukon?
The 2026 GMC Yukon leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X5 or 2026 GMC Yukon?
The 2026 GMC Yukon leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X5 vs 2026 GMC Yukon?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); GMC Yukon (5/5 NHTSA overall).
BMW X5 vs GMC Yukon: Price, MPG, Safety & Specs Compared | Open Dealer