Chevy Tahoe vs. GMC Yukon: What's the Difference?
Isabel Armiento
· 3 min read
These
two cars
are made by the same automaker (General Motors), feature the same platform and powertrains, have the same infotainment system, and get a full-fledged redesign for 2021. Unsurprisingly, these vehicles—the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 2021 GMC Yukon—are nearly indistinguishable from one another. In fact, Consumer Reports calls the
Chevrolet Tahoe
the “twin” of the GMC Yukon
and scored the cars the same in nearly every category. They both scored decently in owner satisfaction (3 out of 5), with strong ratings in performance, comfort, and styling. The vehicles scored low in fuel economy and reliability, earning only 1 out of 5 in each.
There are some slight differences between the two models, however, and these nuances can have a major impact on a driver’s overall experience. Read on for a head-to-head comparison of the Chevy Tahoe vs. GMC Yukon in terms of the few categories in which the models differ: interior quality, ride and handling, and price.
Chevy Tahoe vs. GMC Yukon: Interior quality
The winner here is the GMC Yukon, which boasts a superior cabin and plush, high-quality materials. According to
U.S. News
, the higher trim options for the GMC Yukon are made with the good stuff: luxurious leather, elegant stitching, genuine wood. To be fair, the Chevy Tahoe has a nice interior as well—but it’s full of plastics, synthetic trims, and faux leather, giving car owners a lower-quality cabin experience.
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Chevy Tahoe vs. GMC Yukon: Ride and handling
Again, the GMC Yukon comes out on top. It’s able to handle sharp turns and is relatively easy to maneuver. Plus, it offers excellent ride quality, with effective retuned suspension.
The Chevy Tahoe uses retuned suspension as well, but it lacks the Yukon’s ability to seamlessly navigate road imperfections. This model is also more cumbersome to move around. Both models make good use of adaptive air suspensions, smoothing out the ride and upping the aerodynamics.
Chevy Tahoe vs. GMC Yukon: Price
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The Chevrolet Tahoe is slightly cheaper than the GMC Yukon, starting at $55,750 rather than $60,200 and coming in several thousands of dollars below its “twin.”
While the standard Chevy Tahoe is cheaper, its final price will depend on the option package you select for the trim—and depending on the level of performance and interior quality you’re looking for, this could up the cost significantly.
The winner in this category is the Chevy Tahoe, as long as you’re not piling on too many extras.
Chevy Tahoe vs. GMC Yukon: Overall winner
After looking at interior quality, ride and handlings, and price, these two models are too close to judge. When buying a car, consider what your priorities are: would you prefer a lower price, a higher-quality interior, a smoother ride, or easier handling? Or, after learning that both models have low reliability ratings you may have checked out entirely.
Regardless of which you choose, you’ll end up with a solid powertrain, lots of interior space, good tow ability, and a top-notch infotainment system—not bad either way. Time will tell which model’s popularity will prove more enduring: the 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe or the 2021 GMC Yukon.
