BMW X5 M Competition vs GMC Yukon Denali

Comparison winners

4 metrics
0-100 winner BMW X5 M Competition 3.8 s Runner-up: 6.5 s
Power winner BMW X5 M Competition 625 hp Runner-up: 420 hp
Cargo winner GMC Yukon Denali 722 L Runner-up: 650 L
Price winner GMC Yukon Denali $72,100 Runner-up: $121,900

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition against the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use petrol powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 BMW X5 M Competition has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 3.8 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2025 GMC Yukon Denali. 2025 BMW X5 M Competition has the higher listed output at 625 hp; 2025 GMC Yukon Denali is rated at 420 hp, a difference of 205 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 BMW X5 M Competition at 750 Nm and 2025 GMC Yukon Denali at 624 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 GMC Yukon Denali has the lower recorded consumption at 12.8 L/100km; 2025 BMW X5 M Competition is listed at 13.1 L/100km. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 GMC Yukon Denali provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 722 litres versus 650 litres, a difference of 72 litres. 2025 GMC Yukon Denali carries the higher towing rating at 3,901 kg, while 2025 BMW X5 M Competition is listed at 2,700 kg. 2025 GMC Yukon Denali is 459 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 GMC Yukon Denali has the lower listed starting price at $72,100, compared with $121,900 for 2025 BMW X5 M Competition. 2025 GMC Yukon Denali leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

Prepared by CarsbySpec from the structured specifications displayed on this page. Missing values are not estimated, and component figures are not treated as directly comparable system figures. Read the methodology.

Specification BMW X5 M Competition2025 GMC Yukon Denali2025
Performance
0-100 km/h3.8 s6.5 s
Top Speed290 km/h190 km/h
Power625 hp420 hp
Torque750 Nm624 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Fuel Tank83 L91 L
Efficiency13.1 L/100km12.8 L/100km
CO2 Emissions299 g/km292 g/km
Size & Capacity
Length4,922 mm5,381 mm
Ground Clearance193 mm203 mm
Cargo650 L722 L
Curb Weight2,435 kg2,630 kg
Towing2,700 kg3,901 kg
Seats58
Turning Circle12.6 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$121,900$72,100

BMW X5 M Competition vs GMC Yukon Denali questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 3.8 seconds, versus 6.5 seconds for 2025 GMC Yukon Denali.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition has the higher listed top speed at 290 km/h (180 mph), compared with 190 km/h (118 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 BMW X5 M Competition has more power at 625 hp, a 205 hp advantage over 2025 GMC Yukon Denali.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 GMC Yukon Denali has more listed cargo space at 722 litres (25.5 cu ft), versus 650 litres (23.0 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 GMC Yukon Denali has the higher listed towing capacity at 3,901 kg (8,600 lb), compared with 2,700 kg (5,952 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 GMC Yukon Denali is heavier at 2,630 kg (5,798 lb), while 2025 BMW X5 M Competition is listed at 2,435 kg (5,368 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 GMC Yukon Denali has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $72,100 USD, compared with $121,900 USD for 2025 BMW X5 M Competition. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 BMW X5 M Competition or the 2025 GMC Yukon Denali?

2025 GMC Yukon Denali leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.