In spite of its size, the Yukon is easy to handle. The steering is extremelylight. Drivers who find the increased height and bulk initially awkward
usually adjust and before long find themselves driving the big Yukon like
a car. It isn't a car, however. The two-door 4WD Yukon takes 39 feet of
real estate to complete a circle, the four-door model takes another two
feet, while a SuburbanK1500 needs nearly 48 feet. This makes the two-door
model easier to manage in tight, crowded parking lots.
The Yukon does a good job of cushioning bumps, though it floats a bit
too much for our taste. The two-door lacks some of the Suburban's aircraft
carrier stability, a result of its shorter wheelbase. But the shorter wheelbase
is far handier off road.
The Yukon, Tahoe and Suburban all suffer from mushy brake pedals. They
stop well, but firm, positive pressure is needed for quick response.