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2006 GMC Yukon MPG & fuel economy

The 2006 GMC Yukon is a SUV offered in 7 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 13 to 16 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2005 model. Among 82 SUVs rated for 2006, it ranks 44th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $2,906 a year to fuel.

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Combined 16 MPG 14 MPG city · 19 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $2,906 15,000 mi/yr · $19.38 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2006 #44 of 82 SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2006 GMC Yukon's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City146.016.8
Highway198.112.4
Combined166.814.7

How it ranks among 2006 SUVs

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  1. 1Ford Escape Hybrid29 MPG $1,603
  2. 2Lexus RX Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  3. 3Mazda Tribute Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  4. 4Toyota Highlander Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  5. 5Mercury Mariner Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  6. 44GMC Yukon16 MPG $2,906
  7. 82Mercedes-Benz G-Class12 MPG $4,938
2006 YukonOther SUVsClass median: $2,735/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Yukon MPG across model years

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7 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
RWD · 4.8L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Yukon 1500 2WD		 Gas 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Yukon 1500 2WD		 Flex-fuel 14 MPG 19 MPG 16 MPG — $2,906
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Yukon 1500 2WD		 Gas 13 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
4WD/AWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Yukon 1500 4WD		 Gas 13 MPG 18 MPG 15 MPG — $3,100
RWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Yukon XL 1500 2WD		 Flex-fuel 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 5.3L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Yukon 1500 4WD		 Flex-fuel 13 MPG 17 MPG 14 MPG — $3,321
4WD/AWD · 6.0L 8-cyl · 4-speed automatic
Yukon 1500 AWD		 Gas 12 MPG 16 MPG 13 MPG — $3,577

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
4.8L 8-cyl
Transmission
4-speed automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
Tailpipe CO₂
555 g/mi

2006 GMC Yukon vs. rivals

vs Ford Explorer 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Tahoe 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Mercury Mountaineer 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Dodge Durango 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet TrailBlazer 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Isuzu Ascender 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Kia Sorento 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Jeep Commander 16 MPG · $2,906/yr Same fuel cost vs Chevrolet Suburban 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Yukon saves $194/yr vs Toyota Sequoia 15 MPG · $3,100/yr Yukon saves $194/yr

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2006 GMC Yukon?

Up to 16 MPG combined (14 city / 19 highway); ratings range from 13 to 16 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2006 GMC Yukon use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2006 GMC Yukon?

The 2006 GMC Yukon's fuel average is 6.8 km/L (14.7 L/100 km), or 16 MPG combined: 6.0 km/L in the city and 8.1 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2006 GMC Yukon per year?

About $2,906 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $19.38 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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