GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs Lexus RX400h
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Lexus RX400h
Overview
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus RX400h400h |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | SLE 1500 | 400h |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | flex-fuel (unleaded/E85) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | flex-fuel (FFV) | hybrid |
| Model year | 2014 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus RX400h400h |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,925 | $42,080 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus RX400h400h |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 31 gal (best) | 17.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus RX400h400h |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 320 hp (best) | 268 hp |
| Torque | 335 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 5.3 L (best) | 3.3 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus RX400h400h |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 137.4 cu ft (best) | 84.7 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,100 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Payload | 1,526 lbs (best) | 1,330 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,674 lbs | 4,190 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.9 in (best) | 6.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 130 in (best) | 106.9 in |
| Length | 222.4 in (best) | 187.2 in |
| Width | 79.1 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 76.8 in (best) | 66.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL 1500SLE 1500 | Lexus RX400h400h |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| 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 RX400h |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SLE 1500 $47,925 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 400h $42,080 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | SLE 1500 $50,715 MSRP | 400h $43,480 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 RX400h FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 vs 2008 Lexus RX400h 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 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 Lexus RX400h starts lower at $42,080.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- The 2008 Lexus RX400h leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (42,080).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- The 2008 Lexus RX400h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (403).
- Which has better seats: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- The 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500 or 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- 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 2008 Lexus RX400h?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: GMC Yukon XL 1500 (4/5 NHTSA overall).