2022 GMC Yukon Denali XL Review: XL Than Life

What’s larger than large? The answer to that question would be the 2022 GMC Yukon Denali XL. The XL model brings the Yukon from 210 inches to 225.2 inches in overall length. The additional length was noticeable when I tried parking it in my driveway. I needed to be inches from my garage door to avoid my HOA from sending me an email that the Yukon was obstructing the sidewalk. Even though the Yukon had multiple Denali badges, the massive front grille is enough to let others know this is a premium model. Add the massive 22” wheels to the mix and we’re definitely in XL territory. Even though this may be the largest passenger vehicle I’ve driven, it was extremely easy to get into tight parking spots with its excellent HD Surround View camera system.
Getting into the Yukon Denali was a luxurious experience. Lowering the air suspension made conquering this behemoth a breeze. The illuminated and powered side steps deploy to add to the ease of entering the Yukon. The leather seats have Denali stitched on them, as well as have both heating and venting options. The gauge cluster’s digital display allows you to customize as much or as little info you want to see. The large infotainment screen with built in Google Maps helped find your favorite restaurant.
Under the hood, the 6.2L V8 delivers 420 horsepower and 460 lb.-ft of torque. The 10-speed automatic transmission made for smooth yet fast shifts. With a max towing capacity of 8,200 lbs, when properly equipped, allows for a wide range of toys being towed.
The 2022 GMC Yukon Denali XL makes for XL fun and comfort to share with many.

[@zacharyholgate7968]

So I was going to get a GMC Yukon XL but I finally decided to max out and option up a $145,635 Escalade ESV full time 4WD with the V8 in the Premium Luxuary Platinum trim with super cruise and just received delivery of it last week in black raven with the black interior.

[@Revmatchmedia]

Nice! Congrats! I reviewed the standard size Escalade and I always recommend either the Yukon for lower budget option, or Escalade for higher budget option. I also got to review the V-Series and that thing was insane! The black raven is a nice color specially on the Escalade. What engine choice did you go with?

[@zacharyholgate7968]

@@Revmatchmedia I had to go with the V8 and the full time 4WD because I live up in the town of barrow Alaska 320 ish miles inside the arctic circle currently it is -45 F. with wind chill it feels like -96 F. plus fuel can sometimes freeze almost solid inside the gas tank. Also for context I have to import fuel and everything else like parts for the Escalade because there are no roads connecting us to anywhere else and gas is currently $85 per gallon for premium one frozen pizza cost $65 and to get the Escalade up hear I had to pay a pilot + 2 crew an additional $235,000 to put it on a cargo plane just to get it up hear one week of food costs over $800+.

[@Tahir786786ayyub]

Congratulations, drive safe

[@chadmark88]

Those "buttons" on the right side of the steering wheel are just arrows to show you that you can scroll "up" and "down" using that small wheel. They are describing what the wheel does . . . now you know !!! LOL The armrest part of the center console, can be brought back forward while the console stays rearward - just squeeze the front handle and pull it forward. That way the middle row people can use their cup holders and the driver can use the armrest.

[@Revmatchmedia]

Thanks for watching. I know that they’re for the wheel but I wish they were the actual buttons since they have the arrows on them.

[@Butterfly_47]

Perfect review!!

[@brendabrandon2361]

It would be nice to have something for kids to watch while traveling so they wouldn’t get bored

[@PatrickCoffey777]

Love the T-Shirt! :-) Thanks for a great review!

[@Mrs_Tug_n_tow]

I agree the middle phone holder should be wireless charging and the licensing for the rear screens is needed.

[@Revmatchmedia]

Pass on the licensing bill to customers for all I care but it would make for a better experience in the rear seats. I’ve seen aftermarket wireless chargers for the Tundra that has a similar holder. I’m sure someone makes it for the Yukon but factory option would be nice.

[@sutangshu]

Liked it

[@Boblovkman2473]

Thr TVs literally have Hulu,KZbin,and KZbin kids….