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Lexus RX 350 vs. GMC Acadia

When we compare the Lexus RX 350 to the GMC Acadia, the Lexus RX 350 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The GMC Acadia has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Lexus RX 350 and GMC Acadia have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Lexus RX 350 versus the GMC Acadia, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Lexus RX 350 versus GMC Acadia Pricing

A used 2023 Lexus RX 350 ranges from $49,119 to $67,668 while a used 2023 GMC Acadia is priced between $37,326 to $56,221. For a new model, the Lexus RX 350's price is between $52,299 and $65,200, with the GMC Acadia priced between $38,052 and $56,785.

Lexus RX 350 versus GMC Acadia Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lexus RX 350 is 8.7 out of 10 while the GMC Acadia's quality rating is 8.1 out of 10. This results in the Lexus RX 350 being ranked 3 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the GMC Acadia being ranked 11 out of 25 Best Midsize SUVs.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Lexus RX 350’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the GMC Acadia base engine makes 228 horsepower. The RX 350 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 516 miles. The Acadia is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles. The RX 350 uses premium unleaded, and the Acadia uses regular unleaded.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Lexus RX 350 has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the GMC Acadia has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.

Safety Ratings Comparison

When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the GMC Acadia has higher safety ratings than the Lexus RX 350, with an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.35 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 Lexus RX 350

2023 GMC Acadia

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$52,299 - $65,200

Used Asking Price:

$49,119 - $67,668

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

34.7%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$38,052 - $56,785

Used Asking Price:

$37,326 - $56,221

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

52.8%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

8.9 / 10

Retained Value:

9.0 / 10

Safety:

8.4 / 10

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

8.0 / 10

Retained Value:

6.8 / 10

Safety:

9.5 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

1 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

2 / 67

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs

2 / 21
3 / 67
3 / 21

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

5 / 67

iSeeCars Rankings

3 / 25
5 / 31
11 / 25
11 / 15
12 / 25
13 / 31
13 / 21
14 / 61
14 / 31
14 / 28
15 / 25
16 / 61
16 / 31

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

24 / 25
29 / 61

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

30 / 31
37 / 61

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

60 / 61

Summary Review

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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. 

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Pros and Cons

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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

Trim Levels

Base, F SPORT Handling, Luxury, Premium, Premium+

Trim Levels

AT4, Denali, SLE, SLT

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 50000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

6 years / 70000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

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):

4.35 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4.73 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

275 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque:

317 foot-lbs @ 1700 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.066 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):

0.055 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

Not yet available

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

22 / 29 / 25

Range (city/hwy):

392 / 516 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium 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

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Standard

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

Available

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

Available

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58.1 inches

Rear Head Room:

38.6 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.5 inches

Cargo Space:

29.6 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

46.2 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

Not yet available

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:

4155 lbs

Width:

75.6 inches

Height:

67.3 inches

Length:

192.5 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

8.2 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:

19.0 x 8.0 inches

Wheel Type:

alloy

Tire Size:

235/60R19

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum with painted accents

Tire Size:

P235/65R18