The Best Large SUV: Testing 4 of the Biggest On Sale Today

Large families, car hire services, ranch owners, and those who tow small mountains pay attention-this comparison is for you.
The AutoGuide team is back at it with another big shootout and this one is particularly massive - in the size of the vehicles anyways.
We're comparing the Ford Expedition, the GMC Yukon Denali, the Toyota Sequoia and finally the Jeep Wagoneer. Which one is best?
We drive them all, test their size and features and select one top pick.
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[@Sevillana2001]

Wonderfully comprehensive and detailed review. Thank you!

[@attcenter]

Where was the best seller Tahoe? Now that’s an suv that is everywhere lol

[@normanli7085]

Yukon is a cousin of the Tahoe lol

[@gorlynmortenson7969]

Just try to put sheets of plywood in them and see what happens. We have a 2019 Ford Expedition Limited and my wife is a house project manager and she uses our Expedition carrying supplies everywhere she goes. The gas mileage is awesome, quiet inside and comfort for a large family. I really liked your review on what's out there now...crazy how high prices they are now days. : ) Again great job on the review.

[@AutoGuide]

Thank you so much. Yes, these big SUVs are getting pricey.

[@molin2]

Audio recording is terrible. Had to max volume to hear.

[@AutoGuide]

Yes, we had some difficulties with the recording. We will makes sure to have them fixed for our next big comparison.

[@MrBigcarl42]

I had zero issues.. maybe better speakers would help?

[@MandEmma7]

naw its fine

[@stonycornet0406]

no need to mention that, they did great review and appreciate it please.

[@thatkidmingming7390]

@@MrBigcarl42 better speakers just show the quality of how bad the audio is

[@chriscefola7409]

The Ford is also comes with the most standard features. GM Super Cruise has not been available on anything but a $125k Escalade . Jeep only offers hands free driving on $100k plus models in the Grand Wagoneer top end models. The Ford Expedition Platinum comes loaded for $10K less than any other competitors in its class.

[@ElGuapo61947]

My favorite; Yukon with the Duramax engine but the most reasonable price is the Toyota

[@winteriscoming4407]

i think you should brought the denali XL instead of the Yukon to compare to wagooner & expedition max

[@DailyLifeCam]

What’s the drawback of the Expedition?

[@Jassman3536]

I agree with you. Ford Expedition ;) I prefer the Timberline for the ride with the softer progressive shocks and 18" wheels.

[@TomazHilton]

Kinda disappointed you guys tested a mid trim Wagoneer to battle a Top spec Denali

[@chriscefola7409]

True, But the Wagoneer Equivalent is the Loaded Grand Wagoneer that would be $120k . Maybe they had a $100k Ceiling ?

[@TomazHilton]

@@chriscefola7409 grand Wagoneer tops out at 115k but it starts below 90k

[@KhrissyDaDon]

The Denali Ultimate is overpriced! There’s no rear ventilated seats, and you can get that in a Telluride which a class down from the Yukon.

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Toyota must make a extended wheel base non hybrid Sequoia with air suspension !!!

[@bgkob]

Agree, we need a Sequoia L or Sequoia Ext or something like that with a nice V8 in there.

[@baazuesdcarparts]

Best video bro

[@BrettMoldaver]

Great review. fair and balanced.

[@memmie77]

Thank you for the info

[@saudi4us]

Your recommendation is counter intuitive in my opinion which lead me to other ideas regarding your motives (by the way I don't own any of the cars)

[@paulm6481]

GMC, perfect engine and looks.

[@jfish9014]

Yeah, I’ll have to agree.

[@sprint2648]

Perfect engine? Doesn’t it have AFM?? No thanks!

[@BARDOCK550]

@@sprint2648 what's afm?

[@christianstylezinc9224]

the ford is the max so of course it gives u a larger window than the yukon thats the non xl vs the expedition max thats a little unfair to say cuz had that been the xl the yukon would blow all of these in any trim at any price point out of the water hands down... same goes for the yukons siblings cuz their all roughly the same

[@Lambforever1995]

Ford expedition is my favorite SUV

[@dolguldur4706]

No navigator?

[@saintsubie6661]

A Navigator is just a lux Expedition, it’s in a higher class than these

[@noname-qs2er]

yukon body + sequoia engine

[@wanleaf]

+ Expedition's space

[@normanli7085]

​@@wanleaf yukon has more space than expedition outside of the third row (unless u get the yukon XL)

[@trinisuprazee]

hard to hear this video. i was a bit let down with the interior of the sequoia center console was cheap plastic even on the limited

[@ktpinnacle]

The new Duramax with the Denali cures those economy negatives.

[@AutoGuide]

Indeed. We hope to try one soon and see if we like it just as much, or maybe even more.

[@TomazHilton]

At the expense of higher fuel and Maintenance cost…. 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@ktpinnacle]

@@TomazHilton Haven't read about any additional maintenance required for the baby Duramax vs a GM V8, and if doesn't drink Def (which is cheap). Diesel is more expensive seasonally in the north due to competition at the refinery with fuel oil, but here in the south it's only 15% or so more expensive than regular, and about the same as hi test. So I'm not seeing the cost penalty in my case versus the fuel economy pay off.

[@shagy9560]

V8 GMC 😎

[@kroatoaneight-four]

Audio is terrible. I need to push the volume loud and then, when an ad shows up, it's booming that it rattles your cranium.

[@lucasworktv]

I’d probably take the grand wagoner, though like all of them 😎 Also absolutely love the ford, of course GMC is gorgeous as always, and the Toyota looks nice.

[@adamchristensen6927]

I believe the XL version has bigger cargo space compared to the XPO max

[@shamsuknd922]

GMC denali yukon is my dream SUV

[@magzOK]

The Expedition Max needs to be compared with the Wagoneer L and the Yukon XL.

[@sevagosmanlian2240]

Wagoneer is definitely the wrong choice. Its so ugly on the exterior! The Yukon denali ultimate is by far the best choice having the best exterior design and elegant interior with several tech features and quite spacious. Some even say its even better than the escalade!!

[@XScorpio]

The Sequoia has an independent rear glass as well 11:30

[@bhatsayali11]

I can't believe that anybody who compares cars never speaks about luxury and technology for drivers. Can somebody please tell me which of these cars offers lane assist, self drive, steering wheel assist, camera, views, rearview, camera, views, parking assist? As a mother of two, I would be most interested in these features for driving comfort, specially on our road trips. Hope you answer this question quickly so I know which one to rent for my next road trip. Thank you.

[@MSTR-DTH23]

Why not have the Yukon XL

[@theriseagainhomestead1055]

The 2023 Wagoneer L i6 twin turbo destroys all of these vehicles in every single category.

[@Hazdazos]

How does one have a comparison of large SUVs and not include the Tahoe or Suburban?!? Those Chevies have most of the capabilities of the Denali but can be had at a lower price for those who don't need the luxury. That's the whole point of them versus their most expensive GMC cousins. Wow, talk about dropping the ball.

[@rowlandseckinger4089]

Why didn't you test the Lincoln Navigator? It's much nicer than the Expedition.

[@paulpellico3797]

timeline 2:34...diving on breaking...IF it was towing, and even close to its max as you are worried, the forward dive on breaking would end..... why did you suggest otherwise???

[@ibrahimbashir6634]

Love Toyota !! But man this Sequoia is cramped !! 🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄

[@joegretchen1762]

the volume on this video needs some help

[@alexisrados]

nice video but the tahoe would’ve been good to compare too

[@s.g.e5523]

im buying a used full sized suv. whats like the greatest one from 2010 and 2014-15

[@samhowell6729]

I’d say look for a used GM suv. However, another good way to get ideas is to take a drive and note what people are driving. In my case, I had an 08 Denali up to 270k miles and see the 07-12 model abundantly on the road still, 16 years later. Really depends on what you like personally between models, but for longevity, GM pretty much runs the class.

[@andreic6250]

Audio is very low Very poor

[@BrettMoldaver]

Grand Wagoneer

[@gymaprilia]

Why is the chevrolet suburban XL not included

[@AutoGuide]

We asked GM to provide one of the company's big SUVs. The Yukon is the one the brand provided.

[@warolkojtya3263]

You're able to fit up to 6 children in a line in front of that truck and driver won't see them ❤

[@rebeccatwumasi5855]

Why isn't the Escalade among the best suvs on sale 😕

[@TheTopGun920]

Fuel economy doesn't matter in this segment.

[@InvestBetter.]

I would be surprised if the fuel economy of the Wagoneer is anywhere near competitive It's engines are big and ancient. And I'm impressed with how ugly it is.👺

[@AutoGuide]

The full review article on AutoGuide.com has a spec chart. The Wagoneer does beat the Yukon Denali in terms of fuel economy.

[@TomazHilton]

Wagoneers ancient 5.7 hemi beats the Denali. And the new S/O Inline 6 is even better. 420hp 468lbft up to 24mpg

[@bigdaddy3662]

You should say "we're abooot to drive them"

[@androop987]

Audio terrible.

[@Jgjginkg244]

Background sound is nasty!! Almost sound like someone is running a water in the bathroom and I was pausing to figure where the sound was coming from and realized it’s YOUR video. I can’t stand it!!

[@kingslate1]

Where’s the Cadillac Escalade

[@AkhilMj-r4s]

Is It is having a trucks mirros

[@mfonudosen5083]

A bit louder on the audio

[@youarerightboss]

For cargo area, GM.

[@lukasallaire-graham811]

The canyonero is bigger

[@AutoGuide]

yeah, but it smells like a steak and seats thirty-five

[@spirosbonis436]

Where is escalade?

[@fortunefashe1302]

Incomplete lineup! How can you try out large SUVs without the ARMADA!!! I'm not even watching this!

[@ferretsmiles]

I mean this is just a bad test. Why is the Ford the only extended sized option and why is the Yukon in this line up and not the Tahoe. If price is an issue then just step down to the tahoe and get an SUV that is 95% of the yukon at a lower price. Price is also a negligible factor when you are talking about top dog body on frame SUVs. In five years when its paid off you are not going to care about the price but the ride quality and space will still be bothering you.

[@matthewdauzat6906]

Where's the Armada?

[@AutoGuide]

Nissan was unable to provide a vehicle at the time of the comparison

[@jefferychambrovichjr6681]

Where is the armada?

[@Ryan2022]

Stuck in 2010

[@billshoe22191]

Great job on this comparison. I will never understand individuals that want these obnoxious boats. So ugly and expensive.

[@jconnway]

3 or more kids…

[@robbyjohnson9684]

You can fit 3 or more kids in the backseat of a 90s corolla. Could pick one up for a fraction of the price and save thousands on fuel.@@jconnway

[@Dori_1111]

Ride one for a long trip and you will change your mind immediately. Changed mine after l ended up with one from a rental just by accident.

[@jacquelynordner2457]

We have 4 sons (2 of which are over 6’ and still in high school!) and live on a farm. The need to move all 6 of us and tow a trailer means we need one of these “obnoxious boats”.

[@mohamedhussein5327]

4 bug guys

[@jasonslade2272]

What a pair of exciting party animals 🤔 Dweeeb city unlimited zzzzzzzzzzzz

[@atg4469]

I rented a wagoneer for a family trip. It was horrendous. Yea it had trunk space. But it drove like crap and the interior is all cheap plastic.

[@delvissimmonds3224]

😮 The one you had probably had an issue. Test drive one with the adjustable air suspension and if you can, the GRAND Wagoneer.

[@zweitsedewit2703]

Who realy needs such big SUV'S Very dangerous for anybody outside this cars such as pedestrians cyclists and small children who are invissable for 20 to 30 feet in front of these cars. And eh... fuell consumtion😢

[@djka2ra]

you have top Trims then you have a Wagoneer, not a Grand Wagoneer? You have lost all credibility.

[@AutoGuide]

Thanks for watching. As the more luxurious version compared to the Wagoneer, the Grand Wagoneer competes with the other SUV's fancier siblings: the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, and Lexus LX.

[@EC_ATV_Outdoors]

The toyota display sucks. My sister inlaw has the top end and it is near the worst ibe used in a car. And im talking user experience, usefulness, and intuitiveness.

[@ghanamafia7199]

You really get to see how beautifully designed and MASCULINE the GMC is when you line it side by side with other comparable SUVs....it looks extremely good....The other SUVs look like soccer mom MALL CRAWLER vehicles but the GMC looks menacing with a no nonsense look.

[@DonZenOfficial]

You’ll have plenty of time to admire it while you’re sitting on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck 😂😂😂

[@damaylaphoenix1155]

interiors suck on america cars and trucks

[@panaceiasuberes6464]

Talk louder!!!

[@miroslawswiercz8494]

Your opi

[@anomalous9448]

You guys are crazy and I am guessing sponsored by jeep. Jeep is the WORST OR THE WORST American car brand in the market today. Tied with Toyota? You are delusional. And the fact that you do not even touch on reliability is a gross injustice to the viewers of the one sided video.

[@Davidh741]

Red one rest is garbage

[@Reicchet]

The toyota looks 2023.tye others look terribly dated. They look boring.

[@drdoolittle5724]

I was interested until it turned out 4 US trucks! The real machinery comes from Europe!

[@tkewrestler2662]

Keep telling yourself that when you are speaking of large sport utility vehicles. I will grant you there are wonderful European sedans and sports car, but for big body on frame SUV’s the American brands know how to do it.

[@drdoolittle5724]

@@tkewrestler2662 so you are telling us the Worlds finest body on frame which nobody has copied as well yet is not the Range Rover then?

[@AutoGuide]

For this comparison, we were focusing on full-size, three-row, body-on-frame SUVs. None are currently sold in North America from European manufacturers other than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class which doesn't have a third row or fit in the price range.

[@tkewrestler2662]

@@drdoolittle5724 the current Range Rover is not body on frame, but hey thanks for playing.

[@drdoolittle5724]

@@tkewrestler2662 Yup, shows how old I am when I saw the 1st one came out and how slow I am keeping up with the times - apologies

[@jasonhenley9332]

Ahhhh finally a video of all the vehicles that almost nobody can afford. Just what we were looking for. Thanks

[@shamsuknd922]

Poor Recoding quality ensues 😂😂

[@BBlackmen]

Wait a minute you guys going to bring in an expedition Max and you have regular limb versions of the other one what are you people doing this is stupid

[@BBlackmen]

When you guys make this video this would make if you are car fan what makes you have to disagree with you guys as as reviewers because you're testing a Capstone Sequoia why did you not go get a series 3 Wagoneer that's a direct comparison you're not doing a direct comparison so none of these things that you're saying make any sense or are actually true compare apples to apples you're not doing that and the people watching this video whatever this is not a good comparison because also in the regular length Wagoneer you can get the three liter v6 you can order it that way so you're not doing a true comparison

[@andrescardona1200]

I was thinking the same thing