Fuel economy & running costsGasoline

2003 GMCYukon 1500 4WD

Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive · 4.8 L 8-cyl

14MPGcombined

12city

16highway

A year of fuel$4,800

CO₂ from the tailpipe634.8 g/mi

Figures from the EPA label (fueleconomy.gov), the same as on the car's window sticker.

See it on fueleconomy.gov

Against the 2,900 GMC cars

Combined MPG 14 MPGbest 32 · avg 17

Annual fuel cost $4,800best $900 · avg $4,328

Bars are scaled to the best in the list; the mark shows the list average. Lower is better for fuel cost; higher is better for the rest. All figures are the EPA's.

Summary

The 2003 GMC Yukon 1500 4WD is a gasoline SUV with 4-wheel or all-wheel drive, a 4.8 L 8-cylinder engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. It is rated at 12 MPG in the city and 16 MPG on the highway, for 14 MPG combined. The listed annual fuel cost is USD 4800, and tailpipe CO2 is 634.79 grams per mile. These are useful figures for buyers considering the Yukon’s fuel use and emissions. It belongs to GMC’s Yukon family, with Yukon listed as its base model. The EPA class is Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD. For people comparing SUVs and ongoing fuel costs, the city, highway and combined ratings give specific measures to weigh alongside its drivetrain and engine configuration.

Who it is for

This Yukon may suit shoppers looking for a gasoline SUV with 4-wheel or all-wheel drive and an automatic transmission. Buyers comparing fuel expenses should take its combined MPG and annual cost into account.

What is good

4-wheel or all-wheel drive
16 MPG highway
4-speed automatic transmission

What to know first

14 MPG combined
12 MPG city
Annual fuel cost is USD 4800
Tailpipe CO2 is 634.79 g per mile

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2003 GMC Yukon 1500 4WD: the full review

The 2003 Yukon 1500 4WD has an 8-cylinder engine and 14 MPG combined. Its USD 4800 annual fuel cost and 12 MPG city rating are important considerations for shoppers comparing SUV running costs.

Overview

The 2003 GMC Yukon 1500 4WD is a gasoline-powered sport utility vehicle with four-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its EPA classification is Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD. Power comes from a 4.8 L eight-cylinder engine paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.

EPA fuel economy is 12 MPG in city driving and 16 MPG on the highway, for a combined rating of 14 MPG. The listed annual fuel cost is USD 4,800, and tailpipe carbon dioxide emissions are 634.79 g per mile. Those figures give buyers a concise basis for considering the Yukon’s fuel use alongside its vehicle class and drivetrain.

Key features

Engine: 4.8 L eight-cylinder gasoline engine.
Transmission: Four-speed automatic.
Drive: Four-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA class: Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD.

The available specifications identify the engine, transmission, and drivetrain, but do not provide details about passenger capacity, cargo volume, equipment, safety systems, or towing. Buyers comparing those aspects will need to assess them separately rather than infer them from the model name.

Who it's for

The Yukon may suit shoppers who are specifically considering a 2003 GMC SUV with four-wheel or all-wheel drive and an eight-cylinder gasoline engine. Its EPA figures are particularly relevant to buyers weighing fuel use: the combined rating is 14 MPG, with 12 MPG city and 16 MPG highway, and annual fuel cost is listed as USD 4,800.

For fleets and businesses, the same figures provide a starting point for estimating fuel use, while the SUV classification and drivetrain help identify the vehicle’s broad configuration. Actual costs will depend on use, and the listed annual amount should be treated as the EPA estimate rather than a personalized budget.

Pros and cons

Pros

The 4.8 L eight-cylinder engine, four-speed automatic transmission, and 4WD classification are clearly specified.
City, highway, and combined MPG figures make fuel economy easy to compare across those measures.

Cons

The combined EPA rating is 14 MPG, and the listed annual fuel cost is USD 4,800.
The available specifications do not establish interior space, equipment, or capability details beyond the drivetrain and vehicle class.

Alternatives

For a broader look at the brand, browse GMC cars. Buyers comparing newer GMC SUVs can consider the 2027 GMC Acadia AWD, 2027 GMC Acadia FWD, 2027 GMC Terrain AWD, 2027 GMC Terrain AWD Denali/AT4, or 2027 GMC Terrain FWD. The listed 2027 GMC Yukon 2WD offers a same-family alternative with a different drivetrain designation; additional listings are available for 2027 GMC Yukon 2WD and 2027 GMC Yukon 2WD.

Verdict

The 2003 GMC Yukon 1500 4WD is defined here by a 4.8 L eight-cylinder gasoline engine, four-speed automatic, and four-wheel or all-wheel drive. Its EPA fuel economy is 14 MPG combined, with 12 MPG city and 16 MPG highway; the listed annual fuel cost is USD 4,800. These figures make fuel consumption a central consideration for buyers, while the available information leaves other practical questions—such as space, equipment, and capability—unanswered.