GMC Yukon AT4

How it looks when you see on the street: The white Yukon that arrived screamed get out of town for the weekend, and maybe even consider buying that boat. While we didn’t buy a boat or tow a trailer, the unfussy SUV has quality that appeal to outdoorsy types and big families who go hard at life.

How it makes you feel when you get in: We are a travel ball family. We often travel with big kids, bats, ball bags, coolers, chairs, booster seats, and tents. Everything is covered in a thin layer of dust. The jet black interior absorbed everything with no problem. And wireless car play and places to plug in were plentiful in ways that mattered to our crew. Power assist steps made it easier to climb in and out of for the shortest passengers.

How it drives: The air suspension makes the hefty Yukon squishier to drive, and adjusts automatically. Yukon has big power to pull all its weight —a V-8 engine that produces 355 hp and 383 lb-ft of torque. Yukon driving comes with a tax on the environment — an EPA rating of 15 city, 20 highway, and 17 combined. These numbers aren’t great, but they are far better than older large SUVs.

Space for people and things: All the space a big family needs with the third row split bench roomy enough for adult-sized kids.

How much does it cost: Our test was loaded up to $78,630, laced with the premium plus package that added rear seat entertainment, a sunroof, high def screen, extra trailer capability and a V8 engine. The base price is $66,000.