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GMC Yukon vs Lincoln Aviator

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

Vehicles

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2026 GMC Yukon

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2027 Lincoln Aviator

Overview

SpecGMC YukonElevationLincoln AviatorPremiere RWD
Selected trimElevationPremiere RWD
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic10-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecGMC YukonElevationLincoln AviatorPremiere RWD
MSRP$69,200$57,495 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC YukonElevationLincoln AviatorPremiere RWD
Combined MPG17 MPG21 MPG (best)
City MPG15 MPG18 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank24 gal (best)20 gal

Performance

SpecGMC YukonElevationLincoln AviatorPremiere RWD
Horsepower355 hp400 hp (best)
Torque383 lb-ft415 lb-ft (best)
Engine size5.3 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8V6

Size & capability

SpecGMC YukonElevationLincoln AviatorPremiere RWD
Seating8 seats (best)6 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume122.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity8,400 lbs (best)5,000 lbs
Payload1,510 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,602 lbs4,745 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.8 in (best)
Wheelbase121 in (best)119 in
Length210.1 in (best)200 in
Width81 in (best)80 in
Height76.5 in (best)70 in

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC YukonElevationLincoln AviatorPremiere RWD
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimGMC YukonLincoln Aviator
1

Elevation

$69,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premiere RWD

$57,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Elevation

$72,200 MSRP

Livery RWD

$58,095 MSRP

3

AT4

$76,000 MSRP

Premiere AWD

$59,495 MSRP

4

Denali

$80,000 MSRP

Livery AWD

$60,095 MSRP

5

Denali

$83,000 MSRP

Reserve RWD

$67,295 MSRP

6

AT4 Ultimate

$97,300 MSRP

Reserve AWD

$69,295 MSRP

7

Denali Ultimate

$103,300 MSRP

Black Label AWD

$85,910 MSRP

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