How much does the 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 cost?

The 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a starting MSRP of $37,960, ranging up to $50,960 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes 1500 SLE from $37,960; Denali from $50,960.

What is the fuel economy of the 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500?

The 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 achieves up to 14 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have?

The 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 offers up to 131.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 tow?

The 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 8,400 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 come in?

The 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 is available in 2 trims (3 total configurations) across SUV body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive, all wheel drive.

2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500

2 trims · 3 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$37,960 – $50,960

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on 1500 SLE

Total price (1500 SLE MSRP)

$37,960

Typical monthly

$752/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-07-11). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 trims

1500 SLE RWD
MSRP
$37,960
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
13/17
Horsepower
285 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Engine
5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)
Seating
9
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
131.6
Max towing
8,400 lbs
1500 SLE 4WD
MSRP
$40,660
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
13/17
Horsepower
285 hp
Torque
325 lb-ft
Engine
5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)
Seating
9
Drivetrain
4WD
Cargo (cu ft)
131.6
Max towing
8,100 lbs
Denali
MSRP
$50,960
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
11/15
Horsepower
320 hp
Torque
365 lb-ft
Engine
6L V8 gas
Seating
8
Drivetrain
AWD
Cargo (cu ft)
131.6
Max towing
7,800 lbs

Compare 2003 GMC Yukon XL 1500 trim specifications
Spec	1500 SLE RWD	1500 SLE 4WD	Denali
MSRP	$37,960	$40,660	$50,960
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	13/17	13/17	11/15
Horsepower	285 hp	285 hp	320 hp
Torque	325 lb-ft	325 lb-ft	365 lb-ft
Engine	5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)	5.3L V8 flex-fuel (FFV)	6L V8 gas
Seating	9	9	8
Drivetrain	RWD	4WD	AWD
Cargo (cu ft)	131.6	131.6	131.6
Max towing	8,400 lbs	8,100 lbs	7,800 lbs

Manufacturer specifications by trim and drivetrain. Same trim names with different MSRPs are distinct FWD/AWD (or other drivetrain) configurations from the catalog. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: 1500 SLE RWDflex-fuel (FFV)
1500 SLE 4WDflex-fuel (FFV)
Denaligas
Fuel type: 1500 SLE RWDflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
1500 SLE 4WDflex-fuel (unleaded/E85)
Denaliregular unleaded
Cylinders: 1500 SLE RWDV8
1500 SLE 4WDV8
DenaliV8
Displacement: 1500 SLE RWD5.3 L
1500 SLE 4WD5.3 L
Denali6 L
Horsepower: 1500 SLE RWD285 hp
1500 SLE 4WD285 hp
Denali320 hp
Torque: 1500 SLE RWD325 lb-ft
1500 SLE 4WD325 lb-ft
Denali365 lb-ft
Transmission: 1500 SLE RWD4-speed automatic
1500 SLE 4WD4-speed automatic
Denali4-speed automatic
Drivetrain: 1500 SLE RWDrear wheel drive
1500 SLE 4WDfour wheel drive
Denaliall wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: 1500 SLE RWDSUV
1500 SLE 4WDSUV
DenaliSUV
Doors: 1500 SLE RWD5
1500 SLE 4WD5
Denali5
Seating: 1500 SLE RWD9
1500 SLE 4WD9
Denali8
Length: 1500 SLE RWD219.3 in
1500 SLE 4WD219.3 in
Denali219.3 in
Width: 1500 SLE RWD78.8 in
1500 SLE 4WD78.8 in
Denali78.8 in
Height: 1500 SLE RWD75.8 in
1500 SLE 4WD75.7 in
Denali75.7 in
Wheelbase: 1500 SLE RWD130 in
1500 SLE 4WD130 in
Denali130 in
Ground clearance: 1500 SLE RWD8.4 in
1500 SLE 4WD8.4 in
Denali8.4 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: 1500 SLE RWD45.7 cu ft
1500 SLE 4WD45.7 cu ft
Denali45.7 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: 1500 SLE RWD131.6 cu ft
1500 SLE 4WD131.6 cu ft
Denali131.6 cu ft
Max towing: 1500 SLE RWD8,400 lbs
1500 SLE 4WD8,100 lbs
Denali7,800 lbs
Max payload: 1500 SLE RWD1,677 lbs
1500 SLE 4WD1,633 lbs
Denali1,460 lbs
Curb weight: 1500 SLE RWD5,323 lbs
1500 SLE 4WD5,567 lbs
Denali5,740 lbs
Fuel tank: 1500 SLE RWD32 gal
1500 SLE 4WD32 gal
Denali32 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: 1500 SLE RWD14
1500 SLE 4WD14
Denali13
City MPG: 1500 SLE RWD13
1500 SLE 4WD13
Denali11
Highway MPG: 1500 SLE RWD17
1500 SLE 4WD17
Denali15

Full specifications by trim
Spec	1500 SLE RWD	1500 SLE 4WD	Denali
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	flex-fuel (FFV)	flex-fuel (FFV)	gas
Fuel type	flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)	flex-fuel (unleaded/E85)	regular unleaded
Cylinders	V8	V8	V8
Displacement	5.3 L	5.3 L	6 L
Horsepower	285 hp	285 hp	320 hp
Torque	325 lb-ft	325 lb-ft	365 lb-ft
Transmission	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic	4-speed automatic
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	SUV	SUV	SUV
Doors	5	5	5
Seating	9	9	8
Length	219.3 in	219.3 in	219.3 in
Width	78.8 in	78.8 in	78.8 in
Height	75.8 in	75.7 in	75.7 in
Wheelbase	130 in	130 in	130 in
Ground clearance	8.4 in	8.4 in	8.4 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	45.7 cu ft	45.7 cu ft	45.7 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	131.6 cu ft	131.6 cu ft	131.6 cu ft
Max towing	8,400 lbs	8,100 lbs	7,800 lbs
Max payload	1,677 lbs	1,633 lbs	1,460 lbs
Curb weight	5,323 lbs	5,567 lbs	5,740 lbs
Fuel tank	32 gal	32 gal	32 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	14	14	13
City MPG	13	13	11
Highway MPG	17	17	15