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GMC Yukon XL vs Land Rover Defender 90

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

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2027 GMC Yukon XL

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Overview

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Selected trimElevationX-Dynamic SE
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
MSRP$72,900$68,500 (best)
Lowest listing price$7,215 (best)$56,999
Median listing price$84,053$56,999 (best)
Highest listing price$115,148$56,999 (best)
For sale now154 (best)1

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Combined MPG17 MPG20 MPG (best)
City MPG15 MPG18 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG23 MPG (best)
Fuel tank28 gal (best)23.8 gal

Performance

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Horsepower355 hp395 hp (best)
Torque383 lb-ft406 lb-ft (best)
Engine size5.3 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors4 (best)2
Cargo volume144.5 cu ft (best)58.3 cu ft
Towing capacity8,200 lbs8,200 lbs
Payload1,430 lbs (best)—
Curb weight5,722 lbs (best)—
Ground clearance7.7 in8.9 in (best)
Wheelbase134 in (best)101.9 in
Length225.2 in (best)180.5 in
Width81 in (best)—
Height76.5 in77.5 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationLand Rover Defender 90X-Dynamic SE
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimGMC Yukon XLLand Rover Defender 90
1

Elevation

$72,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

X-Dynamic SE

$68,500 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Elevation

$75,900 MSRP

V8

$114,400 MSRP

3

AT4

$80,600 MSRP

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4

Denali

$86,100 MSRP

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5

Denali

$89,100 MSRP

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6

AT4 Ultimate

$101,200 MSRP

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7

Denali Ultimate

$107,800 MSRP

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Live inventory

GMC Yukon XL vs Land Rover Defender 90 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Yukon XL vs 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 starts lower at $68,500. Live GMC Yukon XL listings start at $7,215. Live Land Rover Defender 90 listings start at $56,999.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (68,500).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 leads on horsepower in this comparison (518).
Which has better seats: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2026 Land Rover Defender 90?
The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on seats in this comparison (8).