GMC Acadia Denali vs. SLT
When we compare the GMC Acadia Denali's and the GMC Acadia SLT's specifications and ratings, the GMC Acadia Denali has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The GMC Acadia SLT 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 fuel efficiency. The GMC Acadia Denali and GMC Acadia SLT have the same interior volume, overall quality score Based on this comparison of the GMC Acadia Denali's and the GMC Acadia SLT's specifications and ratings, the GMC Acadia SLT is a better car than the GMC Acadia Denali.
GMC Acadia Pricing
A used 2023 GMC Acadia Denali ranges from $45,926 to $57,261 while a used 2023 GMC Acadia SLT is priced between $36,590 to $48,942. For a new model, the GMC Acadia Denali's price is between $49,673 and $57,824, with the GMC Acadia SLT priced between $41,007 and $50,188.
GMC Acadia Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the GMC Acadia Denali and the GMC Acadia SLT both lose 52.8 percent of their value.
GMC Acadia Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the GMC Acadia is 8.3 out of 10. GMC Acadia is ranked 7 out of 30 Best SUVs with 3 Rows based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. Out of 28 Best Midsize SUVs, the GMC Acadia is ranked 8 and the GMC Acadia is ranked com.omnisee.entity.bestcars.BestCarsQualityRanking@1173044b based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings. The GMC Acadia is also ranked 13 out of 66 Best Crossover SUVs while the GMC Acadia is ranked com.omnisee.entity.bestcars.BestCarsQualityRanking@1753aede out of 66 based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
GMC Acadia Reliability Rating
iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the GMC Acadia is 8.3 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Acadia Denali’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the GMC Acadia SLT base engine makes 228 horsepower. The Denali is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles. The SLT is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. This gives the GMC Acadia SLT the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the GMC Acadia Denali. Both models use regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings
The GMC Acadia has an average safety rating of 4.88 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$49,673 - $57,824
Used Asking Price:
$45,926 - $57,261
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,007 - $50,188
Used Asking Price:
$36,590 - $48,942
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.8%
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.3 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.8 / 10
GMC Acadia Rankings
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59 out of / 66GMC Acadia Rankings
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59 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other GMC Acadia Trim Levels
AT4, SLE, SLT
Other GMC Acadia Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, SLE
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):
4.88 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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
271 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.072 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
228 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 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):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
369 / 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
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
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:
4317 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
66.7 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4207 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:
20.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
