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GMC Yukon XL vs Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV

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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2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV

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Overview

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUVAMG GLE 53
Selected trimElevationAMG GLE 53
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20272025

Pricing & market

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUVAMG GLE 53
MSRP$72,900 (best)$89,200
Lowest listing price$7,215 (best)—
Median listing price$83,901 (best)—
Highest listing price$115,148 (best)—
For sale now156 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUVAMG GLE 53
Combined MPG17 MPG20 MPG (best)
City MPG15 MPG18 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG23 MPG (best)
Fuel tank28 gal (best)22.5 gal

Performance

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUVAMG GLE 53
Horsepower355 hp429 hp (best)
Torque383 lb-ft384 lb-ft (best)
Engine size5.3 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8I6

Size & capability

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUVAMG GLE 53
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume144.5 cu ft (best)74.9 cu ft
Towing capacity8,200 lbs (best)7,700 lbs
Payload1,430 lbs (best)—
Curb weight5,722 lbs5,280 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.7 in (best)—
Wheelbase134 in (best)117.9 in
Length225.2 in (best)194.4 in
Width81 in (best)79.3 in
Height76.5 in (best)70.2 in

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC Yukon XLElevationMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUVAMG GLE 53
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 XLMercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV
1

Elevation

$72,900 MSRP(Currently comparing)

AMG GLE 53

$89,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Elevation

$75,900 MSRP

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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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GMC Yukon XL vs Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV FAQ

Which is better: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Yukon XL vs 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV 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 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Yukon XL starts lower at $72,900. Live GMC Yukon XL listings start at $7,215.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV?
The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (72,900).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV?
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV?
The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV leads on horsepower in this comparison (429).
Which has better seats: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV?
The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 GMC Yukon XL or 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG SUV?
The 2027 GMC Yukon XL leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,200).