4x2 v. 4x4

[Protect1989]

i am ready to pull the trigger on a yukon. Only problem is I can't find any that are built the way I want.

Laura has a pretty close vehicle to what I am looking for but it's a 4x4. I live in texas and don't really need the 4x4 capabilities.

Is it worth it to just get the 4x4 and save myself the hassle (no other dealer has even come close in price) or am I going to be wasting a ton more of fuel over the life of the vehicle? Anyone go from a 4x4 to a 4x2 (or vice versa)?

 

[sam123]

I think it's worth getting the 4x4. You can always leave it in 2WD and the MPG penalty is only 1MPG, so nothing significant. You'll be saving a ton of money by getting it at Laura, which will help balance out the nominal MPG penatly anyways.

 

[Rdr854]

I think it's worth getting the 4x4. You can always leave it in 2WD and the MPG penalty is only 1MPG, so nothing significant. You'll be saving a ton of money by getting it at Laura, which will help balance out the nominal MPG penatly anyways.

I agree. Additionally, having previously lived in Oklahoma and travelled through the Texas panhandle, I know the potential is there for significant snow falls (which can sometimes be unexpected). Additionally, having the 4x4 capability (with the selector set to "Auto") can also be beneficial during heavy rain storms to keep the rear tires from slipping if you are trying to take off.

 

[PG01]

I live in the northeast and wouldn't ever consider a 4x2. I say in texas you could go either way. If you found what you like id say just do it.

 

[Protect1989]

There is a dealer right near me that has close to the exact vehicle I am looking for. It is a 4x2 but has the power running boards and enhanced security system (the only 2 things on the truck I dont want).

I think if I can get him to match Laura's price then that is the way to go. If not then I will be making a trip up to St. Louis to purchase from Laura.

 

[schaffer05]

Hmm didn't realize Laura GMC was in St. Louis lol. Wish I would have known about them before I bought the Tahoe.


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[JayceeP]

Since you can drive in 2wd I doubt the mpg difference will be all that material. It's full-time 4wd/AWD where the hit is more noticeable. This is also true for the 4Runners (my Limited is full-time 4wd). Just remember to engage the 4wd every now and then to keep things working.

 

[cardude2000]

4x4. Severe rain, mud, gnarly dirt roads, parking in a field that's wetter than you thought. Necessary? Nah. Nice to have and piece of mind? No doubt.


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[Protect1989]

My second thought on buying the vehicle right now is that the the 2018 will be out by December. Am i doing myself a giant disservice to but a 2017 that will be a year old within 5 months of ownership?

The Laura pricing is the best way to go if I just want to suck it up and get the 4x4. But being this close to the release of the 2018 makes it seem like waiting is the financially smart decision.

 

[schaffer05]

I wouldn't be concerned of buying a 2017. The longer you wait, the less likely you'll find what you want in a 2017. I'm not big on buying 1st year technology, but to each their own.


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