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BMW X5 vs. GMC Yukon XL 1500 Review

How the BMW X5 stacks up against the GMC Yukon XL 1500 - by Nigel Cooper, Topanga CA

2010 BMW X5
Price Range: $47,500 - $56,200
2010 GMC Yukon XL 1500
Price Range: $41,225 - $58,750
BMW X5 vs. GMC Yukon XL 1500 Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The BMW X5 is considerably cheaper to get to the dealership than the GMC Yukon XL 1500. The BMW X5 isn't much costlier than the GMC Yukon XL 1500 regarding MSRP.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the GMC Yukon XL 1500 over the BMW X5. The GMC Yukon XL 1500 is likely a better choice than the BMW X5 in terms of hauling capacity, especially if you often need to carry a lot of loot or big animals.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the GMC Yukon XL 1500 offers a bit more head room than the BMW X5, there really isn't much of a difference. The GMC Yukon XL 1500 provides more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the BMW X5 does.

Dimensions
The GMC is significantly heavier than the BMW X5. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Yukon XL 1500 than the BMW X5 because of its larger tank. The X5 fits in smaller parking spaces than the GMC. The BMW X5's shorter wheelbase may produce a less-settled highway ride but a nimbler feel in daily traffic than the GMC Yukon XL 1500.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the GMC Yukon XL 1500 packs quite a wallop and will knock the BMW X5 down a few rungs. On the other hand, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the BMW and the GMC definitely handle almost the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The GMC Yukon XL 1500 has a more sizeable engine than the BMW X5. Note that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder. Torque is roughly equivalent to acceleration, and in this respect, the GMC Yukon XL 1500 is substantially more powerful than the X5.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the GMC Yukon XL 1500 isn't quite as generous as the BMW's.

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