2018 Dodge Durango vs. 2018 GMC Acadia
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2018 Dodge Durango and 2018 GMC Acadia contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2018 Dodge Durango and the 2018 GMC Acadia.
When comparing the 2018 Dodge Durango's and the 2018 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and base engine power. The 2018 GMC Acadia has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Dodge Durango's and the 2018 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the 2018 GMC Acadia is a better car than the 2018 Dodge Durango.
Pricing: A used 2018 Dodge Durango ranges from $17,264 to $42,866 while a used 2018 GMC Acadia is priced between $14,995 to $27,997.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Dodge Durango loses 42.5 percent of its value and the 2018 GMC Acadia loses 50.2 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Dodge Durango retains 7.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 GMC Acadia.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.2 out of 10 while the GMC Acadia's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Dodge Durango being ranked 17 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the GMC Acadia being ranked 12 out of 39. Out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs, the Dodge Durango is ranked 18 and the GMC Acadia is ranked 14. The Dodge Durango is also ranked 25 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs while the GMC Acadia is ranked 19 out of 67.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Dodge Durango is 8.8 out of 10. For the GMC Acadia the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Dodge Durango a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Acadia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2018 Dodge Durango’s base engine makes 293 horsepower, and the 2018 GMC Acadia base engine makes 193 horsepower. The Durango is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 640 miles. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles.This gives the 2018 GMC Acadia the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Dodge Durango the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2018 GMC Acadia has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2018 Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of rear head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 GMC Acadia has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Dodge Durango, with an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,995
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$30,126
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$22,995 - $34,810
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,000
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$30,126
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$22,995 - $34,810
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,013
Price Range:
$17,264 - $42,866
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$22,710
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$14,757 - $32,004
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
496
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
86,863
# Good or Great Deals:
221
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$21,467
Price Range:
$14,995 - $27,997
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$22,710
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$14,757 - $32,004
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
371
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
87,298
# Good or Great Deals:
145
Dodge Durango Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 Dodge Durango
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.8
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.6 - 7.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
42.7%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2018 GMC Acadia
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
3.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.5
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.6 - 7.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
26.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.1 - 16.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
4.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.1 - 16.3
Dodge Durango Rankings
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34 out of / 39Ranking
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57 out of / 67Ranking
60 out of / 67GMC Acadia Rankings
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1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 39Ranking
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2 out of / 39Ranking
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5 out of / 32Ranking
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6 out of / 39Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
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10 out of / 39Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
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12 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 16Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 39Ranking
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16 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 39Ranking
18 out of / 39Ranking
19 out of / 67Ranking
19 out of / 39Ranking
22 out of / 34Ranking
22 out of / 32Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
26 out of / 28Ranking
27 out of / 39Ranking
27 out of / 32Ranking
27 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 39Ranking
33 out of / 67Ranking
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58 out of / 59Ranking
62 out of / 67Summary Review
Like all Dodge products, the three-row Durango is notable for being big, bold, and performance-oriented (on SRT/Hellcat trims). The 710hp SRT Hellcat version is one of the most powerful SUVs ever created.
Summary Review
GMC’s Acadia is a crossover SUV that offers seating from five to eight passengers, depending on model year and trim. Shoppers will find the Acadia is a bit like an upscale version of the Chevy Traverse.
Pros and Cons
- Amazing performance in SRT and Hellcat trims
- Luxury level content in Citadel and SRT trims
- Three V8 engine choices
- No green (hybrid/electric) option available
- Aging platform
Pros and Cons
- Near-luxury trims available
- Off-road-focused trims available
- Three engine choices
- No green (hybrid/electric) powertrain available
- Advanced active safety systems are optional, not standard
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Dodge Durango Trim Levels
Citadel, Citadel Anodized Platinum, GT, R/T, Special Service, SRT, SXT, SXT Plus
2018 GMC Acadia Trim Levels
Denali, SL, SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.88 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
193 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
188 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
467 / 640 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
50.4 inches
Cargo Space:
47.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
84.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
151.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.7 inches
Cargo Space:
12.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
79 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
156.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4680 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
70.9 inches
Length:
201.2 inches
Wheelbase:
119.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3879 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Exterior Colors
Black
DB Black Crystal Clear Coat
Blue
Blu By You Pearl Coat
Gray
Bruiser Grey Clear Coat / Granite Metallic Clear Coat
Purple
In-Violet Clear Coat
Red
Octane Red Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Vice White Tri-Coat Pearl / White Knuckle Clear Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Gray
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Light Frost Beige
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
