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GMC Yukon XL 2500 vs Lincoln Aviator

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

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2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500

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2027 Lincoln Aviator

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Overview

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Lincoln AviatorPremiere
Selected trimSLE 2500Premiere
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed automatic10-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20132027

Pricing & market

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Lincoln AviatorPremiere
MSRP$46,720 (best)$57,495
Lowest listing price—$23,750 (best)
Median listing price—$57,904 (best)
Highest listing price—$99,403 (best)
For sale now059 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Lincoln AviatorPremiere
Combined MPG12 MPG21 MPG (best)
City MPG10 MPG18 MPG (best)
Highway MPG16 MPG25 MPG (best)
Fuel tank39 gal (best)20.2 gal

Performance

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Lincoln AviatorPremiere
Horsepower352 hp383 hp (best)
Torque382 lb-ft415 lb-ft (best)
Engine size6 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8V6

Size & capability

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Lincoln AviatorPremiere
Seating8 seats (best)6 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume137.4 cu ft (best)78.6 cu ft
Towing capacity9,600 lbs (best)5,000 lbs
Payload2,450 lbs (best)—
Curb weight6,150 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance8.9 in (best)—
Wheelbase130 in (best)119.1 in
Length222.4 in (best)199.7 in
Width79.1 in79.6 in (best)
Height76.8 in (best)69.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Lincoln AviatorPremiere
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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 Yukon XL 2500Lincoln Aviator
1

SLE 2500

$46,720 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premiere

$57,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SLE 2500

$49,560 MSRP

Premiere

$59,495 MSRP

3

SLT 2500

$51,095 MSRP

Livery RWD

$58,095 MSRP

4

SLT 2500

$53,940 MSRP

Livery AWD

$60,095 MSRP

5—

Reserve

$67,295 MSRP

6—

Reserve

$69,295 MSRP

7—

Black Label

$85,910 MSRP

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GMC Yukon XL 2500 vs Lincoln Aviator FAQ

Which is better: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2027 Lincoln Aviator?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 vs 2027 Lincoln Aviator on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2027 Lincoln Aviator?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 starts lower at $46,720. Live Lincoln Aviator listings start at $23,750.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2027 Lincoln Aviator?
The 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,720).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2027 Lincoln Aviator?
The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2027 Lincoln Aviator?
The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better seats: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2027 Lincoln Aviator?
The 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2027 Lincoln Aviator?
The 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (9,600).