Looking for your next full-sized SUV? You’re most likely wondering which vehicle will best suit your needs, the 2023 Ford Expedition or the GMC Yukon. Both SUVs have a similar look and feel, so it may be hard to differentiate between them. Our guide will help you decide which of these car’s spacious cabins and features are right for you.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- Both SUVs are well equipped to carry many passengers comfortably, while keeping fuel efficiency in mind.
- The Expedition has the roomier cabin of the two vehicles.
- Differences start when comparing specific power and safety features each vehicle has to offer.
- The Yukon has plenty of luxurious features, but the Expedition has a larger cargo capacity.
THE POWER OF THE EXPEDITION VS. YUKON
Both cars are popular on the market for a reason, their power is nothing to skim over. However, the Yukon doesn’t quite match up to the power of the Expedition’s supercharged V6. The Yukon is still using a gas V8 engine, outputting 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, in comparison the Expedition’s twin turbo V6 engine outputs 380 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. With the Expedition there's the option for a turbocharged V6 cylinder engine, which means Ford comes out with an advantage in engine capabilities. Even with that engine power, it still surpasses the Yukon’s EPA Fuel estimation. The Expedition gets you 17 miles per gallon in the city and 23 on the highway compared to the Yukon’s 15/20. While it may be a few miles extra, for most drivers of full-size SUV’s, especially those that have a full cabin with them most times, every mile counts.
CARGO CAPACITY: HOLDING OR HAULING?
Like how every mile counts with drivers with families, plenty of cabin space tends to be a must as well. The right vehicle will come down to your type of work. Do you have kids, or need to drive around lots of passengers? The Expedition is your car. With its eight seats to the Yukon’s 7, its interior cargo capacity gets up to about 103 cubic feet with all rows folded down. That’s plenty of room for work or travel, while still being comfortable. The Yukon on the other hand, is built tough for trailering. Both vehicles have a dead weight hitch of 5,000 pounds, but the Yukon’s max trailering capacity reaches over 2,200 more pounds than the Expedition’s capabilities. Both vehicles get a solid ground clearance when on the road, the Expedition being close to ten inches above the ground and the Yukon being 8.
WHAT OTHER FEATURES SHOULD I BE LOOKING FOR?
There are a few more features that distinguish the Expedition from the Yukon that may be a deciding factor for you. We really prefer the upgraded infotainment system on the Expedition. This new upgraded display comes with a 12 inch touchscreen in lower trims. In higher trims, the infotainment system is upgraded to 15 inches. It makes driving this size of a vehicle that much easier, with its ease of access and included safety features. While this infotainment system does beat out the Yukon, that is not to say the Yukon is not equipped with certain safety features that surpasses the Expedition. Both vehicles have great capabilities for emergency braking and lane departure warnings. Adaptive cruise control for these larger vehicles is a must for longer road trips with the family. The Yukon does have an edge with its rear camera mirror and surround-view camera system.
WHICH SUV SHOULD YOU PICK?
The Expedition and Yukon are SUVS that get the job done, each recognizable in their own way. However, our choice for the better SUV goes to the Expedition because of the overall edge it has. Most drivers are looking for a capable, well-rounded vehicle. While the Yukon may have some extra features that will be perfect for those looking for specifics, no driver could go wrong with what the 2023 Ford Expedition has to offer.