GMC Acadia vs. GMC Acadia Limited
In comparing the GMC Acadia to the GMC Acadia Limited, the GMC Acadia has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The GMC Acadia Limited has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the GMC Acadia versus the GMC Acadia Limited, the GMC Acadia Limited is a better car than the GMC Acadia.
GMC Acadia vs. GMC Acadia Limited Pricing
A used 2017 GMC Acadia ranges from $17,523 to $29,979 while a used 2017 GMC Acadia Limited is priced between $15,994 to $26,997.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Acadia’s base engine makes 193 horsepower, and the GMC Acadia Limited base engine makes 281 horsepower. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Acadia Limited is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 484 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The GMC Acadia Limited has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The GMC Acadia, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room. The GMC Acadia and GMC Acadia Limited are comparable in regards to front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The GMC Acadia has an average safety rating of 4.73 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$17,523 - $29,979
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
52.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$15,994 - $26,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
GMC Acadia Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
9.5 / 10
GMC Acadia Limited Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
GMC Acadia Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 25Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 15Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 31Ranking
13 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
14 out of / 28Ranking
15 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
16 out of / 31Ranking
24 out of / 25Ranking
29 out of / 61Ranking
30 out of / 31Ranking
36 out of / 61Ranking
60 out of / 61GMC Acadia Limited Rankings
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.
Summary Review
Not yet 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
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Acadia Trim Levels
Denali, SL, SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2
GMC Acadia Limited Trim Levels
Base
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:
6 years / 72000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.73 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
193 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
188 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
281 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
266 foot-lbs @ 3400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
330 / 484 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61 inches
Cargo Space:
24.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
116.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
175.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3956 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4656 lbs
Width:
78.9 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
200.8 inches
Wheelbase:
118.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
P245/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
chrome clad
Tire Size:
P255/55R20