What Is the Best Year to Buy a Used GMC Yukon XL in Houston?

A 2020 GMC Yukon XL is the best-value year for most Houston buyers, at an approximate average asking price of $27,000. A 2023 suits buyers who want a newer one, at an approximate average asking price of $52,000.

Price, the warranty left and the state’s costs all shift with the model year. Each one changes what you pay and how much coverage you keep.

Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Houston. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.

Buy a 2020 GMC Yukon XL in Houston for value, or a 2023 for newer

For value, a 2020 is the year to target. Median asking prices for 2020 Yukon XL listings in Texas were $29,129, against $38,522 for 2021 (OAV.io, 2026). A 2023 costs more, and it brings the newer technology that makes the difference worth paying for.

Most of the gap comes from depreciation, the loss in value a vehicle takes as it ages. iSeeCars’ 2026 5-Year Depreciation Study, based on over 950,000 five-year-old vehicles sold from March 2025 to February 2026, found average five-year depreciation at 41.8% (iSeeCars, 2026). A 2020 has already absorbed much of that drop, so the buyer pays for the vehicle that is left.

GMC lists the 2026 Yukon XL at a starting MSRP of $72,600, according to GMC’s published pricing.

How much does a used GMC Yukon XL cost in Houston by year?

Approximate Houston average asking prices rise with each newer model year, from about $21,000 for a 2018 to about $59,000 for a 2024. The Texas median for 2018 Yukon XL listings was $20,449 (OneAuctionView, 2026).

• 2018: about $21,000
• 2019: about $24,000
• 2020: about $27,000
• 2021: about $40,000
• 2022: about $44,000
• 2023: about $52,000
• 2024: about $59,000

The biggest step comes between 2020 and 2021, when the approximate average rises by about $13,000. Between 2018 and 2020, the same comparison moves by about $6,000 in total, so a buyer who can stretch to a 2021 should price that jump before choosing.

How much factory warranty is left on a used GMC Yukon XL by year?

A used Yukon XL keeps whatever part of GMC’s new-vehicle warranty has not run out, so the model year changes how much coverage remains.

GMC’s new-vehicle warranty runs 3 years or 36,000 miles basic and typically 5 years or 60,000 miles powertrain, whichever comes first. Those terms run from the first sale, so a 2023 may still carry basic coverage, depending on its miles and how long it has been in service. A 2020 is past the three-year basic term, and its powertrain term may have run out too, depending on when it was first sold.

What taxes and fees do you pay on a used GMC Yukon XL in Texas?

Texas motor vehicle sales tax is 6.25% of the sales price, minus any trade-in allowance (Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, 2026). A title fee and registration fees come on top. In Harris County, the title fee is $33 under the TxDMV’s Motor Vehicle Title Manual (2026), and the registration fee is $50.75 plus a Harris County local fee of $11.50, according to the fee chart (TxDMV, 2026).

In a hypothetical example, a $27,000 used Yukon XL with a $5,000 trade-in has a taxable price of $22,000. Tax at 6.25% comes to $1,375. Add the $33 title fee and $62.25 in registration fees, and the state charges total $1,470.25.

FAQ

What should I check before buying a used GMC Yukon XL?

Start with the warranty left and the mileage, then check the inspection record. Our CarBravo vehicles are described as inspected by an expert technician. Ask whether the Yukon XL you want is a CarBravo vehicle before you commit to it.

What does GM Certified Pre-Owned add to a used GMC Yukon XL?

GM’s certified used program is CarBravo. A CarBravo certified used vehicle under 10 model years old and 100,000 miles carries 12-month/12,000-mile Bumper-to-Bumper Limited Warranty coverage, whichever comes first, with no deductible (CarBravo, 2026). Vehicles under 10 model years old with less than 100,000 miles also get a 126-point inspection (CarBravo, 2026). CarBravo includes 24-hour roadside assistance, and the program’s terms apply.

How do I get a trade-in offer for my current vehicle before I visit?

The online trade-in offer holds for seven days or up to 250 miles, whichever you reach first. Get the offer before you visit so you know what your current vehicle is worth when you sit down to compare.

How do I apply for financing on a used Yukon XL?

We offer a secure online finance application. You can apply online and get approved before you come in, so you arrive with your numbers in hand.

How much of buying a used Yukon XL can I do online?

You can start with the trade-in offer and the finance application online, then complete the purchase the way that suits you.

What do Houston buyers say about shopping for a vehicle at Group 1 Buick GMC North?

Reviewers describe a visit with no pressure. In a July 2026 5-star Google review, Mark D. wrote: “Fantastic place to buy a car no pressure and straightforward. Dealing with these folks Jon our salesman was fantastic.”

Where can I see a used Yukon XL in northwest Houston, and when is the store open?

You will find the dealership at 11300 FM 1960 West in Houston, TX 77065, and the sales department is open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday to Saturday and closed on Sunday. Service opens at 7:00 AM, closing at 6:30 PM Monday to Friday and 4:00 PM on Saturday, and is closed Sunday. Call sales at (281) 897-6690.

Why buy a used GMC Yukon XL at Group 1 Buick GMC North in Houston?

Group 1 Buick GMC North gives a used Yukon XL buyer a certified option backed by GM. We hold a 4.4 rating across 7,919 Google reviews as of October 2026, and 79 in 100 of them are five-star.

We sell new Buick and GMC models, among them the Yukon and Yukon XL. Our certified used program is CarBravo, and every CarBravo certified used vehicle is GM-backed. It comes with a Standard Limited Warranty and access to 3,800+ Certified Service Centers. CarBravo vehicles are described as inspected by an expert technician, and certified pre-owned options meet a higher standard and come with additional benefits. You can book an appointment by phone, online or at the dealership.

We have the most Google reviews of the same-brand dealers listed.

In a September 2026 5-star Google review, Jasmine T. wrote: “Rudain was amazing and very helpful. This process was stressed free and so efficient, and very Timely.” In an August 2026 5-star Google review, Bill E. wrote: “Great Sales Person.. No pressure Sales.. great Finance Guy as well.. down to earth straight talk… overall Great service from the time we walked in to walking out with a car of our choice in hand.”

Start at Group 1 Buick GMC North: get your online trade-in offer, apply for financing online, browse our new and used inventory, then finish online or in person.

Group 1 Buick GMC North answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Houston showroom, or call (281) 897-6690.

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