GMC Envoy vs GMC Envoy XL
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 GMC Envoy XL
Overview
| Spec | GMC EnvoySLE | GMC Envoy XLSLE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SLE | SLE |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2009 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC EnvoySLE | GMC Envoy XLSLE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,625 | $27,380 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC EnvoySLE | GMC Envoy XLSLE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 22 gal | 25 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | GMC EnvoySLE | GMC Envoy XLSLE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 285 hp | 291 hp (best) |
| Torque | 276 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.2 L | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC EnvoySLE | GMC Envoy XLSLE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 80.1 cu ft | 107.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 5,800 lbs | 6,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,146 lbs | 1,416 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,404 lbs (best) | 4,784 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8 in | 8 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 129 in (best) |
| Length | 191.6 in | 207.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.7 in | 74.7 in |
| Height | 71.9 in | 75.5 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC EnvoySLE | GMC Envoy XLSLE |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 5 |
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 | GMC Envoy | GMC Envoy XL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SLE $30,625 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SLE $27,380 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SLE $32,760 MSRP | SLE $29,630 MSRP |
| 3 | SLT $33,480 MSRP | SLT $30,910 MSRP |
| 4 | SLT $35,615 MSRP | SLT $33,160 MSRP |
| 5 | Denali $36,535 MSRP | Denali $35,350 MSRP |
| 6 | Denali $38,670 MSRP | Denali $37,600 MSRP |
GMC Envoy vs GMC Envoy XL FAQ
- Which is better: 2009 GMC Envoy or 2006 GMC Envoy XL?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 GMC Envoy vs 2006 GMC Envoy XL on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2009 GMC Envoy or 2006 GMC Envoy XL?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 GMC Envoy XL starts lower at $27,380.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 GMC Envoy or 2006 GMC Envoy XL?
- The 2006 GMC Envoy XL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (27,380).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 GMC Envoy or 2006 GMC Envoy XL?
- The 2009 GMC Envoy leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better seats: 2009 GMC Envoy or 2006 GMC Envoy XL?
- The 2006 GMC Envoy XL leads on seats in this comparison (7).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2009 GMC Envoy or 2006 GMC Envoy XL?
- The 2009 GMC Envoy leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,600).