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 Pilot expensive to maintain?

The Pilot costs $542/year to maintain — $31 below the three-row segment average of $573. Repair frequency of 51% is well above the class average of 40% — the highest in the three-row segment. Reliability score of 7 and major repair probability of 13% both sit at the class average. Below-average cost but the most frequent unscheduled shop visits in the class.

What is the best year for a Honda Pilot?

Avoid 2016 (1,644 complaints — the third-generation debut, plagued by 9-speed transmission issues) and 2019 (843 complaints at the fourth-generation launch). The 2024 Pilot (93 complaints, 10/10 safety, 3 severe) is the strongest recent used pick. The 2022-2024 range has settled significantly from the turbulent 2016-2021 period.

How much does Honda Pilot insurance cost?

Pilot insurance averages about $2,147/year — roughly $179/month. The most affordable insurance rate in the three-row class.

Is the Honda Pilot or Toyota Highlander cheaper to maintain?

The Highlander is cheaper to maintain by $53/year — $489 versus $542 for the Pilot. The Highlander also has a higher reliability score (8 vs. 7). Repair frequency data isn't available for the Highlander for a complete side-by-side, but on cost and reliability score, the Highlander holds the edge.

Should I buy an extended warranty for a Honda Pilot?

Repair frequency of 51% is the highest in the three-row segment, meaning owners statistically average more than one unscheduled repair visit per year. For 2016-2021 models with documented complaint spikes, extended warranty is worth considering to contain those visit costs. For 2022 and newer, the profile is more moderate.

GMC Yukon vs Honda Pilot

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

// VERDICT

Our verdict

Buy the Honda Pilot to minimise 5-year ownership cost.

Buy the Honda Pilot if long-term reliability matters most.

// COST HEAD TO HEAD

Maintenance and ownership cost

	GMC Yukon	Honda Pilot
Annual maintenance	$747	$542winner
5-year total cost	$3,735	$2,710winner
Reliability score	7 / 10	7 / 10
Major repair risk (5yr)	16%	13%winner
Cargo space	122.8 cu ftwinner	111.8 cu ft
Starting price (new)	$72,000	$45,400winner
Best years to buy	2014, 2020	—

// RELIABILITY

Which is more reliable?

	GMC Yukon	Honda Pilot
RepairPal score	7 / 10	7 / 10
NHTSA complaints / 100k	262.5winner	303.7
Years to avoid	2021, 2023, 2024	2010, 2011, 2012
Value retained · 3 yr	79%winner	74.5%
Value retained · 5 yr	52.4%	55.9%winner
Value retained · 7 yr	39.3%	46%winner

// COMMON PROBLEMS

What breaks — and what it costs

	GMC Yukon	Honda Pilot
Engine	32.6%	32.3%winner
Electrical	3.8%winner	14.7%
ADAS	4.8%winner	11.2%
Brakes	1.7%winner	3.7%
Suspension	0.6%winner	1.3%
Steering	1.4%winner	1.7%
Fuel system	1.8%winner	7.6%
Tires/Wheels	1.0%winner	1.5%
Glass/Windows	1.4%winner	2.4%
Airbags	20.2%	3.5%winner

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 Pilot
Avg annual premium	$2,529	$2,147winner

// FULL MODEL PAGES

GAS

GMC Yukon

$747/yr maint · 7 reliability

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GAS

Honda Pilot

$542/yr maint · 7 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 →