Ford Edge vs. GMC Acadia
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford Edge and 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 Ford Edge and the GMC Acadia.
When comparing the Ford Edge's and the GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the Ford Edge has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and reliability. The GMC Acadia has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford Edge's and the GMC Acadia's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2024 Ford Edge ranges from $23,192 to $39,631 while a used 2026 GMC Acadia is priced between $42,665 to $56,055. For a new model, the Ford Edge's price is between $30,240 and $46,121, with the GMC Acadia priced between $46,271 and $65,046.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford Edge loses 56.3 percent of its value and the GMC Acadia loses 53.1 percent of its value. This means the GMC Acadia retains 3.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford Edge.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Edge is 7.7 out of 10 while the GMC Acadia's quality rating is 7.8 out of 10. This results in the Ford Edge being ranked 13 out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs and the GMC Acadia being ranked 11 out of 32. Out of 67 Best Crossover SUVs, the Ford Edge is ranked 24 and the GMC Acadia is ranked 20.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Edge is 7.8 out of 10. For the GMC Acadia the reliability rating is 7.7 out of 10. This gives the Ford Edge a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Acadia.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford Edge’s base engine makes 250 horsepower, and the GMC Acadia base engine makes 328 horsepower.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Ford Edge and the GMC Acadia have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
30240 - 46121
Starting MSRP:
38465
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
37575
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43320
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
46271 - 65046
Starting MSRP:
43700
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
39270
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
32190 - 44750
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
29167
Price Range:
23192 - 39631
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
40450
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
29167 - 55624
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3803
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
28808
# Good or Great Deals:
1191
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
51009
Price Range:
42665 - 56055
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
51972
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
50800 - 55009
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
21840
Depreciation %:
0.56779187
Resale Value $:
16625
Residual Value %:
0.43220813
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.56778816
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.52244825 - 0.56779187
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
23312
Depreciation %:
0.53346162
Resale Value $:
20388
Residual Value %:
0.46653838000000003
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.51651297
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.36117337 - 0.54113436
Ford Edge Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Ford Edge
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.1
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.0
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
7.7 - 15.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.183
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for GMC Acadia
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
11.3
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.0
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.8 - 11.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.191
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.798312832749213
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
6.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.3 - 31.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Ford Edge Rankings
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13 out of / 32Ranking
13 out of / 28Ranking
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16 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 56Ranking
17 out of / 32Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
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43 out of / 56Ranking
67 out of / 67GMC Acadia Rankings
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1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 34Ranking
1 out of / 32Ranking
2 out of / 67Ranking
2 out of / 34Ranking
3 out of / 67Ranking
4 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
5 out of / 34Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
5 out of / 32Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 67Ranking
10 out of / 34Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
10 out of / 32Ranking
11 out of / 34Ranking
11 out of / 34Ranking
11 out of / 32Ranking
12 out of / 28Ranking
13 out of / 34Ranking
13 out of / 34Ranking
13 out of / 32Ranking
15 out of / 67Ranking
15 out of / 34Ranking
16 out of / 32Ranking
17 out of / 34Ranking
18 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 32Ranking
19 out of / 30Ranking
20 out of / 67Ranking
21 out of / 34Ranking
24 out of / 34Ranking
25 out of / 34Ranking
26 out of / 28Ranking
27 out of / 67Ranking
27 out of / 32Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
31 out of / 67Ranking
42 out of / 67Ranking
55 out of / 56Ranking
63 out of / 67Summary Review
Ford’s two-row Edge offers Ford fans a second midsize crossover SUV choice. The Edge is larger than the Escape but smaller than the Explorer. Many might say it is “right-sized.”
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
- Excellent Performance ST trim
- Impressive safety tech on newer models
- Perfect balance of manageable exterior size and roomy interior
- No green (hybrid/electric) trim available
- Overdue for a full redesign
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
Ford Edge Trim Levels
SE, SEL, ST, ST-Line, Titanium
GMC Acadia Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, Elevation
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
275 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
328 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
326 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
389 / 518 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):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
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
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
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:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Cargo Space:
39.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
73.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
153.1 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
62 inches
Cargo Space:
23 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
97.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4126 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
68.3 inches
Length:
188.8 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4502 lbs
Width:
87.9 inches
Height:
71 inches
Length:
204 inches
Wheelbase:
120.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/65R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Agate Black
Blue
Atlas Blue / Stone Blue
Gray
Carbonized Gray
Green
Forged Green
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony Twilight Metallic
Blue
Not available
Gray
Crystal Metallic / Sterling Metallic
Green
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Glacier White Tricoat / Summit White
Red
Volcanic Red Tintcoat
Interior Colors
Beige
Dune
Black
Ebony
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
After Dark
Gray
Gideon Gray
