GMC Yukon XL vs Chevrolet Avalanche Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2016 vs 2013 catalog dimensions. GMC Yukon XL · Chevrolet Avalanche
- Length224.4 in
- Height74.4 in
- Wheelbase130.0 in
- Ground clearance7.9 in
- Curb weight5,486 lb – 5,655 lb
- Width80.5 in
- Chevrolet Avalanche width79.1 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Chevrolet Avalanche is 3.1 in shorter (224.4 in vs 221.3 in)
- Width: Chevrolet Avalanche is 1.4 in narrower (80.5 in vs 79.1 in)
- Height: Chevrolet Avalanche is 2.2 in taller (74.4 in vs 76.6 in)
- Wheelbase: essentially the same
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Avalanche is 184 lb heavier (5,571 lb vs 5,754 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Chevrolet Avalanche is 184 lb heavier (5,571 lb vs 5,754 lb)
- Height: Chevrolet Avalanche is 2.2 in taller (74.4 in vs 76.6 in)
- Width: Chevrolet Avalanche is 1.4 in narrower (80.5 in vs 79.1 in)
- Length: Chevrolet Avalanche is 3.1 in shorter (224.4 in vs 221.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageChevrolet Avalanche — Chevrolet Avalanche is shorter by 3.1 in Check garage fit for GMC Yukon XL · garage fit for Chevrolet Avalanche
- Narrower for tight parkingChevrolet Avalanche — Chevrolet Avalanche is narrower by 1.4 in
- Smaller exterior footprintChevrolet Avalanche — Based on length × width (Chevrolet Avalanche)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | GMC Yukon XL | Chevrolet Avalanche | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 224.4 in | 221.3 in | 3.1 in |
| Width | 80.5 in | 79.1 in | 1.4 in |
| Height | 74.4 in | 76.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 130.0 in | 130.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Ground clearance | 7.9 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 5,571 lb | 5,754 lb | 184 lb |
Values use trim midpoints when a model year lists a range.
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