2004 GMC Yukon Review
Fuel Economy
13 - 15 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
With room for up to nine passengers, gutsy V8 engines and numerous passenger amenities, the Yukon is a full-featured family sport-ute that's tough to beat.
Pros
Strong engines, roomy and versatile interior, rugged chassis, numerous available amenities.
Cons
Spotty build quality, interior materials could be better.
What's New for 2004
For 2004, the Yukon features the addition of a tire-pressure monitoring system and newly styled optional 17-inch wheels. A chrome exhaust tip is now standard and the trailering package includes a seven-to-four-pin adapter and electric brake wiring harness. For added safety, the Yukon now features Hydroboost brakes, and there is a front passenger seatbelt reminder. The antenna for the optional XM Satellite Radio is smaller this year, and the rear-seat entertainment system can now be combined with a sunroof. Lastly, the passenger-side exterior door lock has been eliminated.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Great SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLE Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I purchased this SUV with 2 miles on it. It has been a great car so far, we have driven on several long trips; using the third row as a sleeping area. When using the K&N air-filter in the winter sent two error codes to the computer. I switch back to the original filter and the check engin light went out. Great SUV rides great and looks great going down the road. Went through two set of tires before I foung out it was out of line. Dealer told me they just had to torque the torque bar
Favorite Features
Great take off speed and over all ride
Suggested Improvements
Better room in the third row and getting to the third row. Second row middle seat seat-belt stopped working need better quality
Excellent car!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon Denali AWD 4dr SUV (6.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
When my husband and I sat in the Denali, after test driving the Tahoe and Yukon, we exchanged knowing glance that this was "The Car", although it was more than we planned to spend. We both loved the ride and the feel of this vehicle. We agreed, this surpassed all the others. We had our 1st child, who fit into our Denali 22" life style well, then the unexpected happened. My husband died of a heart attack at 38. I still loved our Denali, however, I will not be needing all of the vehicle room I once thought. I chose a different cat, however, I will always be very fond of our Denali.
Favorite Features
The overall luxuriousness of the vehicle
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage
4 years and still loving it
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Purchased this at employee discount price and worth every penny. In 4 years, have done nothing but routine oil changes, tire rotations, etc. Great ride, decent fuel economy for a car this big and with this much power. Looking for another one to replace my Nissan. Family requires the space and my wife and I both prefer the Yukon.
Favorite Features
Comfortable seating, Bose stereo, roomy interior, hauls everything, turning radius, 17 inch wheels, smooth ride, dual climate in front seats.
Suggested Improvements
We passed on most of the expensive options but haven't regretted it. No suggested improvements for our model.
I love this car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLT Rwd 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I really love this car! I bought it new in 2004 and it has 82,000 miles on it now. The only things I do to it are regular oil changes and tire rotations. I also changed the tires at 50,000 miles. I do not care for the third row seating as it is a pain to climb over the second row. Also the power and acceleration are not that great. Otherwise I will buy another Yukon when I buy my next vehicle.
Favorite Features
Comfort, style, reliability
Suggested Improvements
Passing power and third row seats.
Great large SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 GMC Yukon SLT 4WD 4dr SUV (4.8L 8cyl 4A)
Review
Bought it as a lease return with 36K. 5.3L, AWD, 17" wheels. Wanted a Denali, but not the mileage. Surprisingly tight turning radius! Loaded with moonroof, Bose,DVD,etc. No surprises. Very comfortable, enough space for family, very good power. Suits me perfectly! Gets slightly better MPG than my '98 Blazer with V6. 100 more miles per tank.
Favorite Features
295HP, AWD & firm (not harsh) ride. I love sound system & the DVD keeps our daughter entertained. Lots and lots of bells & whistles.
Suggested Improvements
I hate the owners manual. For almost $50k GM should write one for every vehile as equipped! Manual talks about how to turn on traction control/stabilitrac, which comes on automatically with ignition. I wanted to turn it off to have fun in the snow. I found out how by chance.
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