What is the best year for a GMC Yukon?

For the current generation, the 2022 Yukon stands out with 153 complaints, 8/10 NHTSA safety, and just 1 severe issue — strong figures for a fullsize SUV. The 2021 new-gen launch had 280 complaints. The 2025 (45 complaints, 10/10 safety) is even cleaner but very recent. For used buying, the 2022-2024 window is the safest range.

How much does GMC Yukon insurance cost?

Yukon insurance averages around $2,529/year — roughly $211/month.

Is the GMC Yukon or Chevrolet Tahoe cheaper to maintain?

The Yukon and Tahoe are essentially equivalent — $747 versus $744, a $3 annual difference. They share the same GMT T1 platform. The Tahoe has a slightly lower repair frequency (30% vs. 33%). The choice between them is a matter of trim availability and preference rather than ownership cost.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a GMC Yukon?

Reliability score of 7 above the class average and repair frequency of 33% below it — a relatively favorable fullsize profile. Extended warranty isn't strongly warranted for 2022+ models. For used models from the 2021 launch year, some coverage is worth considering given the elevated complaint count.

Is the Honda CR-V expensive to maintain?

The CR-V averages $407/year in maintenance costs — $114 below the compact segment average of $521. Its 9/10 reliability score and 9% major repair probability are both better than the class averages of 8 and 11% respectively. Repair frequency of 30% matches the segment average, but the combination of low cost per visit and a below-average major-repair risk makes it the strongest long-term ownership value in the compact class.

What is the best year for a Honda CR-V?

The 2022 CR-V is the strongest used buy. It sits at the mature end of the fifth generation — after Honda resolved the early oil dilution complaints that plagued 2017–2019 models — with just 216 complaints and only 8 severe issues on record. The 2020–2022 range is generally clean. Strongly avoid the 2017–2018 model years; they generated over 1,700 and 2,000 complaints respectively, driven by a well-documented 1.5T engine oil dilution problem.

How much does Honda CR-V insurance cost?

The CR-V averages about $1,951/year to insure — roughly $163/month. That's among the lower rates in the compact SUV class, reflecting its strong safety scores and moderate repair costs. Actual rates vary by trim, model year, and driver profile, but the CR-V is consistently a favorable quote for buyers prioritizing low total cost of ownership.

Is the Honda CR-V or Toyota RAV4 cheaper to maintain?

The CR-V and RAV4 are nearly identical in maintenance cost — $407/year versus $429/year — a difference of about $22 annually. Over five years that's roughly $110, which is negligible. The CR-V holds a slight reliability edge (9 vs. 8) and a lower major repair probability (9% vs. 10%), but both are among the most cost-efficient compact SUVs you can buy.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Honda CR-V?

For most buyers, no. The CR-V's 9% major repair probability is below the compact class average, and its 9/10 reliability score means you're statistically unlikely to need expensive unscheduled repairs. The exception: if you're buying a used 2017–2019 model, coverage is worth taking seriously given the documented engine issues from that generation. For 2020 and newer, self-insuring is the smarter financial move.

GMC Yukon vs Honda CR-V

Two fullsize SUVs compared on the numbers that matter — maintenance cost, reliability, and insurance.

// VERDICT

Our verdict

Buy the GMC Yukon if its specific features or size suit your needs better.

Buy the Honda CR-V — lower 5-year cost and better reliability.

// COST HEAD TO HEAD

Maintenance and ownership cost

	GMC Yukon	Honda CR-V
Annual maintenance	$747	$407winner
5-year total cost	$3,735	$2,035winner
Reliability score	7 / 10	9 / 10winner
Major repair risk (5yr)	16%	9%winner
Cargo space	122.8 cu ftwinner	76.5 cu ft
Starting price (new)	$72,000	$33,500winner
Best years to buy	2014, 2020	2013, 2014, 2015

// RELIABILITY

Which is more reliable?

	GMC Yukon	Honda CR-V
RepairPal score	7 / 10	9 / 10winner
NHTSA complaints / 100k	262.5	186winner
Years to avoid	2021, 2023, 2024	2017, 2018, 2019
Value retained · 3 yr	79%	86.7%winner
Value retained · 5 yr	52.4%	71.1%winner
Value retained · 7 yr	39.3%	58%winner

// COMMON PROBLEMS

What breaks — and what it costs

	GMC Yukon	Honda CR-V
Engine	32.6%	19.3%winner
Electrical	3.8%winner	8.7%
ADAS	4.8%winner	16.6%
Brakes	1.7%winner	4.0%
Suspension	0.6%	—winner
Steering	1.4%winner	11.6%
Fuel system	1.8%winner	8.1%
Tires/Wheels	1.0%winner	2.0%
Glass/Windows	1.4%winner	3.4%
Airbags	20.2%	8.1%winner
Seatbelt	—winner	1.0%

One major repair on either model can run $1,500–4,000. A warranty caps your exposure, especially on known problem years.

// INSURANCE

Which is cheaper to insure?

	GMC Yukon	Honda CR-V
Avg annual premium	$2,529	$1,951winner

// FULL MODEL PAGES

GAS

GMC Yukon

$747/yr maint · 7 reliability

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GAS

Honda CR-V

$407/yr maint · 9 reliability

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// FAQ

Common questions

The Yukon costs $747/year to maintain — $37 below the fullsize segment average of $784. Repair frequency of 33% is below the class average of 40%. Reliability score of 7 is above the segment average of 6. Major repair probability of 16% is slightly above the 15% norm. A favorable cost and reliability profile relative to most fullsize rivals.

How we calculated this. Maintenance costs and reliability scores from RepairPal. Complaints and recalls from NHTSA. Fuel economy from the EPA. Insurance averages from CarEdge. Pricing from KBB. Depreciation from iSeeCars. Full methodology →