2022 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2022 GMC Acadia
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2022 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 2022 Chevrolet Traverse and the 2022 GMC Acadia.
When comparing the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse's and the 2022 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2022 GMC Acadia has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse's and the 2022 GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the 2022 GMC Acadia is a better car than the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse.
Pricing: A used 2022 Chevrolet Traverse ranges from $26,682 to $42,776 while a used 2022 GMC Acadia is priced between $26,589 to $42,676.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse loses 49.2 percent of its value and the 2022 GMC Acadia loses 50.2 percent of its value. This means the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse retains 1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2022 GMC Acadia.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Traverse is 8.4 out of 10 while the GMC Acadia's quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Traverse being ranked 13 out of 39 Best SUVs with 3 Rows and the GMC Acadia being ranked 12 out of 39. Out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs, the Chevrolet Traverse is ranked 15 and the GMC Acadia is ranked 14. The Chevrolet Traverse is also ranked 20 out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs while the GMC Acadia is ranked 19 out of 67.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Traverse is 8.2 out of 10. For the GMC Acadia the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the GMC Acadia a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Traverse.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2022 GMC Acadia base engine makes 228 horsepower. The Traverse is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. This gives the 2022 GMC Acadia the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are crossover/midsize SUVs, the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse has the advantage of offering more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The 2022 GMC Acadia has the advantage in the area of rear leg room. The 2022 Chevrolet Traverse and 2022 GMC Acadia are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2022 GMC Acadia has higher safety ratings than the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse, with an average rating of 4.88 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.81 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$34,895 - $44,903
Starting MSRP:
$33,700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$34,578
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,400 - $40,325
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$34,578
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,400 - $40,325
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$33,147
Price Range:
$26,682 - $42,776
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$35,283
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,514 - $50,162
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
697
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
45,844
# Good or Great Deals:
220
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,080
Price Range:
$26,589 - $42,676
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$35,283
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$27,514 - $50,162
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
445
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
34,347
# Good or Great Deals:
129
Chevrolet Traverse Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
9.6 / 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 2022 Chevrolet Traverse
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.6 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
7.5%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2022 GMC Acadia
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.6 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
26.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 18.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.7
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 18.2
Chevrolet Traverse Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 31Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
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61 out of / 67GMC Acadia Rankings
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1 out of / 67Ranking
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2 out of / 39Ranking
2 out of / 31Ranking
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3 out of / 31Ranking
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5 out of / 67Ranking
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6 out of / 31Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
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10 out of / 31Ranking
10 out of / 18Ranking
11 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 39Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
12 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
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14 out of / 31Ranking
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18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 39Ranking
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21 out of / 31Ranking
22 out of / 34Ranking
24 out of / 67Ranking
24 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 27Ranking
27 out of / 39Ranking
27 out of / 31Ranking
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32 out of / 67Ranking
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58 out of / 59Ranking
62 out of / 67Summary Review
The Chevy Traverse is a roomy three-row crossover SUV with room for up to eight passengers. The Traverse is Chevrolet’s third most popular model and a top seller in the segment.
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
- Roomy for the segment
- High NHTSA safety rating
- Powerful V6 engine
- Older model years may lack safety systems taken for granted in this segment
- Adaptive Cruise Control remains an option
- No green powertrain available
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
2022 Chevrolet Traverse Trim Levels
High Country, LS, LT, LT Cloth, LT Leather, Premier, RS
2022 GMC Acadia Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, SLE, SLT
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):
4.81 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
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:
310 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 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:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 524 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
427 / 563 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
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
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
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62.2 inches
Cargo Space:
23 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
98.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
180.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 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:
4310 lbs
Width:
88.6 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
205.9 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.5 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4155 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Mosaic Black Metallic
Blue
Northsky Blue Metallic
Silver
Silver Ice Metallic
White
Summit White
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Twilight Metallic
Blue
Midnight Blue Metallic
Silver
Not available
White
Summit White
Brown
Light Stone Metallic
Gray
Satin Steel Metallic
Red
Cayenne Red Tintcoat
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black/Chai
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Cocoa/Light Ash Gray
