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GMC Yukon XL 2500 vs Nissan Armada

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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2026 Nissan Armada

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Overview

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Nissan ArmadaSV
Selected trimSLE 2500SV
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20132026

Pricing & market

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Nissan ArmadaSV
MSRP$46,720 (best)$58,840
Lowest listing price—$12,900 (best)
Median listing price—$64,990 (best)
Highest listing price—$84,560 (best)
For sale now075 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Nissan ArmadaSV
Combined MPG12 MPG18 MPG (best)
City MPG10 MPG16 MPG (best)
Highway MPG16 MPG20 MPG (best)
Fuel tank39 gal (best)23.6 gal

Performance

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Nissan ArmadaSV
Horsepower352 hp425 hp (best)
Torque382 lb-ft516 lb-ft (best)
Engine size6 L (best)3.5 L
CylindersV8V6

Size & capability

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Nissan ArmadaSV
Seating8 seats8 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume137.4 cu ft (best)97.1 cu ft
Towing capacity9,600 lbs (best)8,500 lbs
Payload2,450 lbs (best)1,899 lbs
Curb weight6,150 lbs5,676 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.9 in9.6 in (best)
Wheelbase130 in (best)121.1 in
Length222.4 in (best)209.6 in
Width79.1 in83.3 in (best)
Height76.8 in (best)76.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC Yukon XL 2500SLE 2500Nissan ArmadaSV
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—Not Rated
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 2500Nissan Armada
1

SLE 2500

$46,720 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SV

$58,840 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

SLE 2500

$49,560 MSRP

SV

$61,840 MSRP

3

SLT 2500

$51,095 MSRP

SL

$63,530 MSRP

4

SLT 2500

$53,940 MSRP

SL

$66,530 MSRP

5—

Platinum

$70,490 MSRP

6—

Platinum

$73,490 MSRP

7—

PRO-4X

$74,300 MSRP

8—

Platinum Reserve

$77,550 MSRP

9—

Platinum Reserve

$80,550 MSRP

10—

NISMO

$79,530 MSRP

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GMC Yukon XL 2500 vs Nissan Armada FAQ

Which is better: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 vs 2026 Nissan Armada 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 2026 Nissan Armada?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 starts lower at $46,720. Live Nissan Armada listings start at $12,900.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,720).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (18).
Which has better horsepower: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2026 Nissan Armada leads on horsepower in this comparison (460).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 or 2026 Nissan Armada?
The 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (9,600).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 vs 2026 Nissan Armada?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Nissan Armada (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).