The Yukon gets a facelift inside and out for 2025, to better align with the rest of GMC’s SUV lineup. In addition, the Yukon AT4 Ultimate model hits the market with an impressive combo of refinement and ruggedness.
“We’re raising the bar on what our customers expect from GMC’s flagship and the addition of the AT4 Ultimate trim fuses ruggedness and capability with craftsmanship and refinement,” said Duncan Aldred, global vice president, Buick and GMC.
Turbo-Diesel or Big V8 Under the Hood
You can still get the massive 6.2L V8 that puts out 420 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. But, you also now have the option of the 3.0L Duramax Turbo-Diesel on both the AT4 and AT4 Ultimate for the first time. The turbo-diesel puts out 305 horsepower and 495 pound-feet of torque.
Both will no doubt be good for off-road adventures in this big SUV, but the diesel’s impressive low-end torque should be very appreciated when tackling technical terrain. Also, the diesel is currently about $1,000 less than the 6.2L V8, so there could even be a price savings (2025 pricing has not yet been announced).
Rides Right
Under the 2025 Yukon AT4 Ultimate is a front skid plate and 20-inch wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires. These features for sure improve the off-road capability, but not by a lot.
Adaptive air suspension under the AT4 Ultimate Yukon provides up to a 2-inch lift while also making it super easy to get in and out of.
Inside the 2025 Yukon AT4 Ultimate
Inside is where you’re going to notice the biggest changes in the Yukon for 2025, especially in the top-spec AT4 Ultimate. The massive vertical 16.8-inch infotainment screen is the most obvious update.
Rugged ethos with luxury feel is the interior theme. It has a new open-pore Ash Burl wood trim that is laser etched with topo patterns. Combined with chrome accents and loads of leather, the interior screams luxury.
The 22-speaker Bose Performance Series sound system will likely impress as well. It even has stainless-steel head restraint speakers in the front row and optional second-row executive seating.
More Safety
GMC — and all OEMs — continue to add safety features year after year. The 2025 GMC Yukon offers a bunch of new standard safety features. This includes front pedestrian and bicyclist braking, rear cross-traffic braking, side bicycle alert, and intersection automatic emergency braking.
Also, an available Night Vision system and thermal object detection help you drive the 2025 Yukon with confidence in any weather conditions.
Trailering Tech
The Yukon has always been one of the best SUVs for towing, and for 2025 it is likely to lose that crown. It can tow up to 8,400 pounds, depending on configuration.
It also offers a ton of trailering tech; Blind Zone Steering Assist, Transparent Trailer View, Trailer Reverse Trajectory, Trailer Tire Health, and Jackknife Alert.
2025 GMC Yukon: Availability & Pricing
The 2024 GMC Yukon Ultimate comes in at a starting price of right at $100K, so I don’t expect the 2025 GMC Yukon AT4 Ultimate to be a bit more. Pricing has yet to be announced, but it should be announced soon.
First deliveries of the 2025 GMC Yukon are expected before the end of 2024, but no word on when exactly the AT4 Ultimate model will start hitting dealers. All 2025 Yukons will be built in the Arlington Assembly plant in Texas.
