it produced a decent full-size SUV with a hybrid powertrain in 2007. But gas prices were much cheaper back then, so hybrids didn’t appeal to consumers as much as they do today. As a result, they weren’t great, so the automaker discontinued it after the 2013 model year. However, the 2010, 2011, and 2013 models remain reliable SUVs on a $30,000 budget.
1. 2010 GMC Yukon Hybrid
Among the cheapest reliable GMC Yukon models is the 2010 version. According to US News, buyers pay an average of $11,151 to $11,763 for a used 2010 Yukon Hybrid. This model sits sixth on US News’ list of the best hybrid SUVs under $30,000. It’s tied with the 2010 (which GM also retired) with an overall score of 8.9.
Hybrid, with an overall score of 8.8. It is tied to the 2015, 2014, and 2013 Lexus RX Hybrid. Prices are slightly higher for the 2011 Yukon Hybrid than the 2010 model, starting at around $14,179.
Features-wise, this used GMC Yukon does not disappoint. Expect leather-trimmed seats, a navigation system, satellite radio and a USB port. The Denali adds all-season tires, a tire pressure monitoring system, a backup camera, heated mirrors, and remote engine start.
It has the same 6.0 liter V8 as the 2010 model. and fuel economy is 20 mpg city and 23 highway. Its JD Power reliability score is five out of five and it has four safety recalls. Three involve metal fragments that are deployed when the airbag goes off, and the last is a problem with the ignition lock actuator. It may jam and cause the ignition to lock in the “start” position.
3. 2013 GMC Yukon Hybrid
In 16th place out of 64 hybrid SUVs is the 2013 GMC Yukon Hybrid, with an overall score of 8.3 from . It is related to the 2016 and 2015 Lexus NX Hybrid and the 2011 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Pricing for this used GMC Yukon Hybrid is $15,540 on the low end and $19,054 on the high end.
2013 model features include the same powertrains and drivetrains as the 2010 and 2011 models. Expect leather seating, a Bose sound system, rearview camera, rear seat audio controls, driver’s lumbar seat, and room for up to eight bikers. Denali trim adds cooled front seats, leather-trimmed seats, and heated second-row captain’s seats.
Like the other two Yukon models used, the 2013 version earned a perfect reliability rating from JD Power. As far as safety recalls go, there are only three. Two involve the same airbag issues as the other two models, and the last involves a malformed steering column actuator gear that could knock the SUV out of “park” without driver intervention.
Despite its retirement, the GMC Yukon Hybrid is a good SUV, especially the 2010, 2011, and 2013 models. They boast excellent reliability, plenty of useful features, and efficient powertrains. The best part is, you can find a used Yukon Hybrid for under $30,000.
