GMC Yukon XL vs Lincoln Navigator
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Lincoln Navigator
Overview
| Spec | GMC Yukon XLElevation | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Elevation | Premiere |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC Yukon XLElevation | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $72,900 (best) | $89,995 |
| Lowest listing price | $7,215 (best) | $15,136 |
| Median listing price | $84,053 (best) | $90,860 |
| Highest listing price | $115,148 (best) | $136,433 |
| For sale now | 154 (best) | 54 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC Yukon XLElevation | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 17 MPG | 17 MPG |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 28 gal (best) | 23.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC Yukon XLElevation | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 355 hp | 432 hp (best) |
| Torque | 383 lb-ft | 510 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5.3 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC Yukon XLElevation | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 7 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 144.5 cu ft (best) | 107 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 8,200 lbs | 8,700 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,430 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,722 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 7.7 in | 8.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 134 in (best) | 122.5 in |
| Length | 225.2 in (best) | 210 in |
| Width | 81 in (best) | 80 in |
| Height | 76.5 in | 78 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC Yukon XLElevation | Lincoln NavigatorPremiere |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
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 | Lincoln Navigator |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elevation $72,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premiere $89,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Elevation $75,900 MSRP | Premiere $92,995 MSRP |
| 3 | AT4 $80,600 MSRP | L Premiere $92,995 MSRP |
| 4 | Denali $86,100 MSRP | L Premiere $95,995 MSRP |
| 5 | Denali $89,100 MSRP | Reserve $99,995 MSRP |
| 6 | AT4 Ultimate $101,200 MSRP | Reserve $102,995 MSRP |
| 7 | Denali Ultimate $107,800 MSRP | L Reserve $102,995 MSRP |
| 8 | — | L Reserve $105,995 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Black Label $114,995 MSRP |
| 10 | — | Black Label $117,995 MSRP |
| 11 | — | L Black Label $117,995 MSRP |
| 12 | — | L Black Label $120,995 MSRP |
Live inventory
GMC Yukon XL154 for sale
See all
Used2023 GMC Yukon XL
Denali Ultimate
White Frost Tricoat•Alpine Umber61,133 mi$66,270Middleton Ford
Middleton, WI
Used2024 GMC Yukon XL
Denali
White Frost Tricoat•Dark Walnut/Very Dark Ash Gray38,021 mi$65,470Middleton Ford
Middleton, WI
New2026 GMC Yukon XL
Elevation
Sterling Metallic•Black6 mi$86,737GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
New2026 GMC Yukon XL
Denali
Glacier White Tricoat•Teak/Light Shale6 mi$100,764GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
New2026 GMC Yukon XL
Denali
Volcanic Red Tintcoat•Black6 mi$96,049GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
New2026 GMC Yukon XL
Denali
Sterling Metallic•black6 mi$91,709GMC of Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, OH
Lincoln Navigator54 for sale
See all
Used2017 Lincoln Navigator
Select
113,306 mi$15,136Bayway Cadillac of the Woodlands
The Woodlands, TX
Used2019 Lincoln Navigator
Select
White Platinum Tri-Coat•cappuccino43,610 mi$26,125Group 1 Kia Tomball
Tomball, TX
- New
2027 Lincoln Navigator
Reserve
PREMIUM LEATHER EBONY10 mi$119,939Boulevard Lincoln of Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
- New
2027 Lincoln Navigator
Reserve
Nocturnal Blue Metallic Clearcoat•PREMIUM LEATHER EBONY11 mi$114,939Boulevard Lincoln of Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
- New
2027 Lincoln Navigator
Reserve
Nocturnal Blue Metallic Clearcoat•PREMIUM LEATHER EBONY11 mi$111,689Boulevard Lincoln of Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
New2026 Lincoln Navigator
Reserve
Infinite Black Metallic Clearcoat•Black Onyx23 mi$97,601Boulevard Lincoln of Georgetown
Georgetown, DE
GMC Yukon XL vs Lincoln Navigator FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Yukon XL vs 2027 Lincoln Navigator 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 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Yukon XL starts lower at $72,900. Live GMC Yukon XL listings start at $7,215. Live Lincoln Navigator listings start at $15,136.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (72,900).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2027 Lincoln Navigator leads on horsepower in this comparison (432).
- Which has better seats: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2027 Lincoln Navigator?
- The 2027 Lincoln Navigator leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,700).