Used 2017 GMC Acadia for sale 

Priced at $29,070 for its base variant, the 2017 GMC Acadia is available in a multitude of trims and offers six variants at the buyer's disposal. While FWD is the standard option, each trim of the GMC Acadia is available with an all-wheel-drive option, which is placed higher and at a difference of $2,000. As standard, it comes equipped with basic features like heated mirrors, keyless entry, and cruise control. Additionally, the brand has offered a few optional features to enhance your ride. We would advise you to opt for the AWD drivetrain with this powerful SUV.

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The GMC Acadia is available in as many as seven trims and provides abundant options to the buyers to opt for an SUV that suits that their pocket capacity and expected feature list. Considering all key aspects, we recommend buying the SLE-2 trim of the Acadia, which at a price difference of $6,000 from the base variant adds essential features to the SUV like fog lamps, a power liftgate, and remote engine start. However, if you are looking for brute power, the SLT-2 trim with a V6 engine and AWD setup could be your choice of SUV. 

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The 2017 GMC Acadia is available with three engine options. While the base unit is a 2.5L inline-4 engine that produces 194hp of power and 190lb.-ft of torque. For a more refined and powerful experience, GMC also provides the option of a 3.6L V6 engine that is good for 310hp and 271lb.-ft of torque. However, it is available with the SLT-1(AWD), SLT-2, and Denali trims only. As standard, all trims are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission and are channeled as an FWD variant. The AWD is optional on all trims except the base. 

The GMC Acadia Limited is a standalone trim that uses a distinct engine option. Though it is also equipped with a 3.6L V6 engine, it is tuned distinctly to deliver strong performance. The Acadia Limited is an all-new trim in the lineup and is good for 281hp of power and 266lb.-ft of torque. It uses a familiar 6-speed automatic transmission and can be channeled either as an FWD or AWD variant.

While the GMC Acadia has the highest power and torque output, it is considerably higher priced. At a competitive price as the contemporary cars, GMC provides the option of a smaller 2.5L inline-4 engine. In comparison with the segment, the Honda Pilot manages the lowest outputs at 280hp and 262lb.-ft of torque. While all other vehicles use a V6 engine option and are mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission, the Dodge Durango is the only SUV that makes use of an 8-speed automatic unit. 

2017 GMC Acadia Acceleration

With its brawny V6 engine that produces the highest output in the segment, the GMC Acadia being the quickest SUV does not come as a surprise. It manages to clock 6.5 seconds in the 0-60mph run, which is considerably quicker than its competitors. In the quarter-mile run as well, the 2017 Acadia records best timings of 15 seconds. 

In comparison with its competitors, the Dodge Durango, Hyundai Santa Fe, and Honda Pilot manage 7.6, 7.7, and 8.1 seconds respectively. In the quarter-mile run, however, the Honda Pilot shifts gears to rank second on the table and is only 0.1 seconds slower than the GMC Acadia. On the other hand, the Dodge Durango lurks at the bottom of the table clocking 15.8 seconds. 

2017 GMC Acadia Ride and Handling 

The 2017 GMC Acadia is a big SUV to handle, but with reduced dimensions with the current year update and a light steering and suspension system, the SUV is easy to maneuver. The robust V6 engine is powerful enough to let the ride soar on highways. However, it feels overwhelmed when traversing slower traffic. In terms of drivability, handling turns and corners is the only visible drawback of the Acadia. The steering does feel a bit detached when making long turns. 

2017 GMC Acadia Braking Performance

The GMC Acadia makes use of the largest brake rotors, both for the front and rear rotors in the segment. Measuring 17-inch each, the brake size is considerably larger than its competitor. Yet, the GMC Acadia takes 126ft. to come to halt when decelerated from the 60 mph mark. Its curb weight is the lowest in the segment and weighs 3956 lbs.

In comparison, the Dodge Durango, despite being the heaviest SUV in the segment manages the shortest deceleration distance of 124ft. The Hyundai Santa Fe and Honda Pilot cover 125 and 128ft respectively before coming to a standstill. 

The 2017 GMC Acadia SUV lags behind its class rivals in terms of mileage. The Acadia Limited tanks the list with 21 MPG of combined mileage. In cities, GMC Acadia Limited delivers 18 mpg. The mileage that Acadia provides is the lowest in the segment, yet similar to most of its competitors. Its fuel tank has a total capacity of 19-gallons and consequently, it can cover a total range of 342 and 475 miles in the city and on the highway respectively. 

The Hyundai Santa Fe and Dodge Durango manage similar efficiency as the GMC Acadia averaging 21 miles per gallon of fuel. On the other hand, the Honda Pilot is the most efficient vehicle averaging a combined mileage of 22 MPG. However, with a considerably large fuel tank that has a capacity of 24.6-gallons, the Dodge Durango manages the highest range in the segment averaging 467 and 640 miles in the city and on the highway respectively.

The interior of the 2017 GMC Acadia SUV is very well curated and smart. The cabin is filled with essential features that help in making the cabin functional. The interior is made up of refined quality materials that look posh and feel smooth to touch. The cabin also includes leather upholstery. The 2017 GMC Acadia SUV can accommodate as many as 7 persons at once and has airy seating. It is adequately spaced with ample headroom and legroom, even for taller passengers.

There is ample storage space inside the cabin in the form of a glove compartment, a box under the central armrest, and door bins. The provision of front and rear cupholders add to the practicality, while the wooden inserts on the dashboard and central console supplement the upmarket aura inside the cabin. While there is a third row of seats available, we feel it is best suited for kids only.

In the segment, the Honda Pilot has a maximum seating capacity of 8 passengers, while the Dodge Durango can seat only 5 occupants. In terms of space, the front and middle row occupants will find themselves at ease in the Hyundai Santa Fe. The third-row space for all three vehicles is comparable and best suited for kids or small adults only. Some of the notable interior features include:

• Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel 
• Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel 
• Cruise Control
• Three-zone Climate Control
• Sun Sensor
• Premium Cloth/Leather Upholstery

2017 GMC Acadia Infotainment System

The 2017 GMC Acadia SUV comes with the IntelliLink infotainment interface. Compared to the recent infotainment systems, IntelliLink is slow and small, although it has intuitive menus. IntelliLink comes with a 6.5-inch touch display coupled with a 10-speaker Bose audio system. Satellite radio is also available with the infotainment system. What is surprising though, is the standard inclusion of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The display screen that sits centrally also houses the navigation system and doubles up to be clubbed with the rearview camera. Some of the notable infotainment features include:

• Bluetooth Connectivity
• AM/FM Stereo
• 6-speaker sound system
• Speed-Sensitive Volume Control 
• Auxiliary Audio Input
• USB Connection

2017 GMC Acadia Cargo Capacity

The 2017 GMC Acadia has a considerably sized boot that can accommodate all your requirements. With all seats in an upright position, the GMC Acadia has a total cargo capacity of 12.8 cubic feet. With folding middle and rear seats, cargo space can be increased to 41.7 and 79 cubic feet respectively. Fold two rows down and the Acadia will make for the perfect companion on your golfing trip. 

In comparison, all three SUVs have higher cargo capacity than the 2017 GMC Acadia. Despite only two rows of seating, the Dodge Durango manages the highest amount of capacity sporting a trunk volume of 84.5 cubic feet. 

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The 2017 GMC Acadia SUV looks average on the outside at its best. There are a wide number of great features that have been tried to accentuate the exteriors. The Acadia has the appearance of a family-friendly SUV with a truck-like structure. While its dimensions have gotten smaller, the 2017 Acadia still maintains a muscular and strappy design, with the head and taillights adding to its aggression. 

The grille is as bold as it's ever been, but it trades a rectangular look for a trapezoidal shape. 2017 GMC Acadia SUV flaunts a length, width, and height of 200.8, 78.9, and 72.6 inches, respectively. GMC Acadia Limited is a bulky ride with a total curb weight of 4,656 lbs.

The 2017 GMC Acadia SUV flaunts an impressive ground clearance of 7.6 inches. This is better than the 7.3 inches boasted by the Honda Pilot LX and the Hyundai Santa Fe SE. Dodge Durango however, offers the best ground clearance of 8.1 inches. GMC Acadia SUV boasts a wheelbase of 118.9 inches, which is well calibrated into a spacious interior setup.

The main exterior features of the 2017 GMC Acadia SUV include:

• 20-inch wheels
• Automatic xenon headlights
• Fog Lights
• Heated and power-folding mirrors
• LED running lights
• Power liftgate

The 2017 GMC Acadia SUV has been rated highly by both IIHS and NHTSA. The ride boasts a flashy crash-test scorecard. Though the ride received a 4-star rating for rollover protection, overall, frontal, and side protection receives a 5-star rating. The roof strength is good and head restraints are up to the mark. There is a multitude of safety and reliability features available with the 2017 GMC Acadia SUV. Anti Lock brakes, multiple airbags, a rearview camera, and rear parking sensors are some of the standard safety equipment. Moreover, advanced warning systems are also available with the 7-seater SUV.

The main safety features of the 2017 GMC Acadia SUV include:

• Tire pressure sensors
• Rear cross-traffic alert
• Reverse sensing system
• Engine Immobilizer
• Post-Collision Safety System
• Blind-zone monitoring system
• Stability Control
• Emergency Braking Assist

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2017 GMC Acadia vs 2017 Dodge Durango

With an opening bid of $29,995, Dodge Durango has the least inexpensive price tag in the competition. The ride boasts a 3.6L V6 engine that generates 293 hp of power in addition to supplying the ride with 260 lb.-ft. of torque. The power is maximum in the competition. Unlike its class rivals, Dodge Durango SXT comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission mode. Performance-wise, SXT has sluggish acceleration. The ride shoots to 60 MPH in 7.6 seconds, however, the GMC Acadia does perform better and quicker than the Durango. 

2017 GMC Acadia vs 2017 Honda Pilot

Another important competitor to the 2017 GMC Acadia SUV is the Honda Pilot LX. Boasting a 3.5L V6 engine, Honda Pilot has 280 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque at its disposal. Like GMC Acadia, the ride relies on a 6-speed automatic transmission mode for gear-shifting. Pricing options for the Honda Pilot LX start from $30,595. The ride supports an excellent acceleration for its segment. Pilot LX shoots to 60 MPH in mere 8.1 seconds. However, it has the least powerful braking system in the competition. The ride requires 128 feet for coming to a complete halt when decelerated from 60 MPH.

2017 GMC Acadia vs 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe

The 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe is luxury-focused with a tint of sportiness to it. It hosts a similar engine and transmission setup as its predecessor, however, it is slow-moving in its approach. It manages similar efficiency as the GMC Acadia and has comparable space for all three rows of seats. The Hyundai Santa Fe is priced at $30,800 and sports a better exterior design. However, the GMC Acadia provides a higher number of trim options and categorically dominates in all practical aspects.

The 2017 GMC Acadia SUV is an ideal 3-row SUV if carrying people and cargo is all you want. With an excellent safety crash-test and reliability scorecard, the ride is one of the safest triple-seater SUVs available in the market. Moreover, it has premium interiors and ample cargo capacity. The towing capacity is also good, if not great. Nonetheless, the 2017 GMC Acadia SUV has a price tag that is much heavier than its rivals. The ride has a super sluggish acceleration too. Despite having these flaws, the SUV is comforting when it comes to traversing different road surfaces.