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 | — |