2025 GMC Acadia

With its thorough redesign last year, the GMC Acadia got bigger, roomier, and more high-tech. It also got a new turbocharged engine with more power and torque than the old V6 while retaining a similar fuel economy rating. In typical GMC fashion, it offers a choice between the off-road-ready AT4 trim, the luxurious Denali model, and the more value-priced Elevation trim, so you can pick the one that suits your style and your budget.

We’ve logged hundreds of hours driving and evaluating this generation of 3-row SUVs, including the GMC Acadia.

Following a major redesign in 2024, the 2025 GMC Acadia arrives with a few minor changes. The base Elevation trim now has a bench second-row seat, increasing the seating capacity to eight. Second-row captain’s chairs are optional in Elevation and standard in AT4 and Denali. Also, a Trailering Package and OnStar Basics Package now come standard across the board.

These are the manufacturer’s suggested retail prices (MSRP), including the $1,595 factory-to-dealer delivery fee (destination charge).

Since it’s on the bigger and more premium side of its class, the GMC Acadia is priced slightly higher than most of its rivals. Keeping it in the GM family, the mechanically identical Chevy Traverse is a little cheaper, and the Buick Enclave is a little pricier.

Before buying an Acadia, check the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to know what you should really pay. GMC Acadia resale value is below average for the segment. Recouping more money when selling a vehicle can mean a bigger down payment and lower monthly payments on the next one.

The 2025 GMC Acadia is powered by a 328-horsepower turbocharged 4-cylinder engine matched with an 8-speed automatic transmission and front- or all-wheel drive. We tend to like having an old-fashioned V6 in a vehicle dedicated to hauling lots of people and cargo, but this turbo-4 did just fine when we tested it in real-life family car duty. Even when full of passengers, the Acadia never felt underpowered, but the engine did get a bit noisy under hard acceleration.

Ride quality is a strong suit of the GMC Acadia. In the Denali model we tested, GMC hit the mark in providing a ride comparable to that of a more expensive luxury SUV. The suspension is supple (especially the optional adaptive suspension in the Ultimate Package), the steering is just right, and the brakes are adequate.

One of our favorite features of the Acadia is Super Cruise (optional on every trim), which allows for almost effortless hands-free driving on more than 400,000 miles of North American highways. It even does automatic lane changes. The Acadia’s plush driver’s seat with Super Cruise on and the Bose audio system delivering your music or podcasts isn’t a bad way to eat up miles on the highway.

This might seem like a small thing, but the recently redesigned GMC Acadia remedied one of our biggest gripes with the previous generation. The frustrating, horizontally oriented gearshift buttons are gone, replaced with GM’s easy-to-use electric column shifter. It makes every drive that much more pleasant.

Fuel Economy

Delivering midpack fuel economy for its class, the government estimates the Acadia’s combined city-and-highway driving mileage at 23 mpg (20 city/27 highway). With all four wheels sharing the torque, that combined number drops to 21 mpg (19 city/24 highway).

The GMC Acadia’s interior upholds its brand’s reputation for blending rugged and luxurious. The front seats are comfortable, and the recent redesign made the technology more modern and intuitive. We like the 15-inch touchscreen display with Google built-in, so all of the familiar apps like Google Maps are at your fingertips. The Acadia gets especially nice in the Denali trim, which offers luxuries like diamond-stitched leather upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, open-pore wood trim, and a panoramic sunroof. Climb in the back, and the second row is almost as comfortable as the front, especially with the second-row captain’s chairs that are standard in the AT4 and Denali trims (optional in Elevation).

We’ve tested more than enough midsize 3-row SUVs to confirm that not all third-row seats are created equal. However, the way back of the GMC Acadia is one of the good ones. Third-row access is fairly easy when the car is equipped with Smart Slide seats. Once you’re back there, third-row accommodations are pretty good, with 32.1 inches of legroom, four cupholders, two USB-C ports, and two air vents. This third row is still more suitable for kids than adults, but it’s one of the roomier seating arrangements in this class.

Another strength of the GMC Acadia is its cargo room. There are 23 cubic feet of space behind the third row, 57.3 cubic feet behind the second row, and 97.5 cubic feet behind the first row. That puts it up there with the Toyota Grand Highlander and Volkswagen Atlas as one of the roomiest midsize SUVs available.

All of this to say that the GMC Acadia is one of the most ready and willing midsize SUVs to comfortably carry seven people and a load of groceries.

The GMC Acadia is an SUV with a few different personalities. The base Elevation trim looks nice, but the AT4 model adds a rugged appearance with dark wheels wrapped in all-terrain tires, red tow hooks, and a front skid plate. The Denali trim brings a more luxe aesthetic with Galvano Silver trim and available 22-inch wheels.

Super Cruise
GM’s hands-free driving system is arguably the best in the business, and it’s optional on all three trims of the GMC Acadia. Super Cruise allows for relaxed, hands-free driving on over 400,000 miles of North American highways.

Rugged AT4 model
In addition to standard all-wheel drive and a handsome appearance package, the Acadia AT4 comes with an off-road-tuned suspension system, hill descent control, all-terrain tires, and a little extra ride height.

Fancy Denali model
The Denali name is synonymous with luxury in trucks and SUVs, and the Acadia Denali doesn’t disappoint. It has stylish Galvano Silver exterior trim, 20-inch wheels, a head-up display, and a premium leather interior with heated and ventilated front seats, plus power-folding third-row seats.

Smart Slide seats
These second-row seats can tilt and slide for easy access to the third row. We can confirm that they work well even with child car seats installed.

15-inch touchscreen
This customizable Google-based infotainment system has a 15-inch screen, Google Maps, voice control, and so much more. Other standard tech features include an 11-inch digital gauge cluster, Bose premium audio, and a wireless charging pad.

Drive modes
In addition to the comfortable Tour mode, the GMC Acadia is available with Sport, Snow/Ice, Off-Road, and Tow/Haul drive modes, making it ready for just about anything.

A turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder under the hood of the GMC Acadia makes 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque. This engine links to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive (FWD) is the default setup, with all-wheel drive available as an option or standard in the more off-road-focused AT4 variant. Maximum towing capacity is 5,000 pounds, which is about average for the class.

3-Year/36,000-Mile Warranty
GMC’s new vehicle warranty lasts three years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. Powertrains are covered for five years or 60,000 miles, and roadside assistance is included. These are typical terms in the segment. The first scheduled maintenance visit is also free.

Safety
The 2025 GMC Acadia earns a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It has a comprehensive array of standard safety features, including active blind spot assistance, Side Bicyclist Alert, and automatic emergency braking at intersections.