How much does the 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 cost?

The 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a starting MSRP of $38,915, ranging up to $52,175 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SLE 1500 from $38,915; Denali from $49,090.

What is the fuel economy of the 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500?

The 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 achieves up to 16 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 have?

The 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 offers up to 137.4 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

How much can the 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 tow?

The 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a maximum towing capacity of up to 8,100 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.

How many trims does the 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 come in?

The 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 is available in 2 trims (6 total configurations) across SUV body styles with rear wheel drive, all wheel drive, four wheel drive.

2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500

2 trims · 6 configurations · SUV

Starting MSRP

$38,915 – $52,175

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on SLE 1500

Total price (SLE 1500 MSRP)

$38,915

Typical monthly

$771/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 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 trims

SLE 1500
4 configurations
MSRP
$38,915 – $42,595
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
14/20
Horsepower
320 hp
Torque
340 lb-ft
Engine
5.3L V8 gas
Seating
8
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
137.4
Max towing
7,100 lbs
Denali
2 configurations
MSRP
$49,090 – $52,175
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
12/19
Horsepower
380 hp
Torque
417 lb-ft
Engine
6.2L V8 gas
Seating
7
Drivetrain
RWD
Cargo (cu ft)
137.4
Max towing
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Compare 2008 GMC Yukon XL 1500 trim specifications
Spec	SLE 15004 configurations	Denali2 configurations
MSRP	$38,915 – $42,595	$49,090 – $52,175
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	14/20	12/19
Horsepower	320 hp	380 hp
Torque	340 lb-ft	417 lb-ft
Engine	5.3L V8 gas	6.2L V8 gas
Seating	8	7
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD
Cargo (cu ft)	137.4	137.4
Max towing	7,100 lbs	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: SLE 1500gas
Denaligas
Fuel type: SLE 1500regular unleaded
Denaliregular unleaded
Cylinders: SLE 1500V8
DenaliV8
Displacement: SLE 15005.3 L
Denali6.2 L
Horsepower: SLE 1500320 hp
Denali380 hp
Torque: SLE 1500340 lb-ft
Denali417 lb-ft
Transmission: SLE 15004-speed automatic
Denali6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: SLE 1500rear wheel drive
Denalirear wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: SLE 1500SUV
DenaliSUV
Doors: SLE 15005
Denali5
Seating: SLE 15008
Denali7
Length: SLE 1500222.4 in
Denali222.4 in
Width: SLE 150079.1 in
Denali79.1 in
Height: SLE 150076.8 in
Denali77.1 in
Wheelbase: SLE 1500130 in
Denali130 in
Ground clearance: SLE 15009.1 in
Denali9.2 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: SLE 150045.8 cu ft
Denali45.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity: SLE 1500137.4 cu ft
Denali137.4 cu ft
Max towing: SLE 15007,100 lbs
Denali—
Max payload: SLE 15001,592 lbs
Denali—
Curb weight: SLE 15005,608 lbs
Denali—
Fuel tank: SLE 150031 gal
Denali31 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: SLE 150016
Denali14
City MPG: SLE 150014
Denali12
Highway MPG: SLE 150020
Denali19

Full specifications by trim
Spec	SLE 1500	Denali
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Cylinders	V8	V8
Displacement	5.3 L	6.2 L
Horsepower	320 hp	380 hp
Torque	340 lb-ft	417 lb-ft
Transmission	4-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive	rear wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	SUV	SUV
Doors	5	5
Seating	8	7
Length	222.4 in	222.4 in
Width	79.1 in	79.1 in
Height	76.8 in	77.1 in
Wheelbase	130 in	130 in
Ground clearance	9.1 in	9.2 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	45.8 cu ft	45.8 cu ft
Max cargo capacity	137.4 cu ft	137.4 cu ft
Max towing	7,100 lbs	—
Max payload	1,592 lbs	—
Curb weight	5,608 lbs	—
Fuel tank	31 gal	31 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	16	14
City MPG	14	12
Highway MPG	20	19