GMC Yukon XL 2500 towing capacity by year

The GMC Yukon XL 2500 has tow data across 14 model years, from 2000 through 2013. The most recent 2013 GMC Yukon XL 2500 carries a maximum tow rating of 9,600 lb. The highest tow rating recorded for the nameplate was the 2004 model year at 12,000 lb.

Pick a year below to open the full GMC Yukon XL 2500 page for that model year. Each year page shows the maximum tow capacity, every trim the dataset covers separately, the engine and drivetrain combination, GVWR, curb weight, payload, and axle ratio.

GMC Yukon XL 2500 max tow rating, last 5 model years

Year-over-year max tow rating for the GMC Yukon XL 2500, with the most recent year highlighted. Use the trend to spot generation changes, powertrain refreshes, and SAE J2807 re-tests that revised the published figure.

Recent GMC Yukon XL 2500 years (2009–2013)

Click any year for the full per-trim breakdown — engine, drivetrain, horsepower, torque, axle ratio, GVWR, curb weight, and payload.

Older GMC Yukon XL 2500 years (2000–2008)

Earlier model years for the GMC Yukon XL 2500, going back to 2000. Pre-2015 ratings predate SAE J2807, so figures from those years may be measured under different assumptions than current ratings.

All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled.