GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs Lexus GX470
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2009 Lexus GX470
Overview
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus GX470470 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SLE 1500 | 470 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | four wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2009 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus GX470470 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,925 | $47,615 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus GX470470 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG (best) | 14 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 31 gal (best) | 23 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus GX470470 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp (best) | 263 hp |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft (best) | 323 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 5.3 L (best) | 4.7 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus GX470470 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 137.4 cu ft (best) | 77.5 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,100 lbs (best) | 6,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,526 lbs (best) | 1,329 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,674 lbs | 4,871 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.9 in (best) | 8.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in (best) | 109.8 in |
| Length | 222.4 in (best) | 188.2 in |
| Width | 79.1 in (best) | 74 in |
| Height | 76.8 in (best) | 74.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus GX470470 |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 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 pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| 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 | GMC Yukon XL 1500 | Lexus GX470 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SLE 1500 $47,925 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 470 $47,615 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SLE 1500 $50,715 MSRP | — |
| 3 | SLT 1500 $51,100 MSRP | — |
| 4 | SLT 1500 $53,835 MSRP | — |
| 5 | Denali $60,985 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Denali $64,070 MSRP | — |
GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs Lexus GX470 FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Lexus GX470?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs 2009 Lexus GX470 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Lexus GX470?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Lexus GX470 starts lower at $47,615.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Lexus GX470?
- The 2009 Lexus GX470 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,615).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Lexus GX470?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (17).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Lexus GX470?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (403).
- Which has better seats: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Lexus GX470?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2009 Lexus GX470?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,100).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs 2009 Lexus GX470?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: GMC Yukon XL 1500 (4/5 NHTSA overall).