2025 GMC Acadia

Every 2025 Acadia trim uses GM's new 2.5L turbo I4 (LK0) rated at 328 hp @ 5,500 rpm — the same output shared with the platform-mate Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave. There is no optional higher-output engine for 2025 and Denali gets no power upgrade.

Peak torque of 326 lb-ft @ 3,000–4,000 rpm is identical across all 2025 Acadia trims and drivetrains — no alternate engine option raises the ceiling. Mid-band for the SUV segment.

Instrumented tests of the platform-mate 2024–2025 Chevrolet Traverse with the same 2.5T + 8-speed drivetrain place 0–60 mph in the ~6.9–7.2 s range; the Acadia's near-identical curb weight and unchanged tune produce a comparable figure. No Acadia-specific instrumented test cited in this scoring pass — confidence held to MEDIUM.

The 2.5T is a strong upgrade over the outgoing 2.0T/V6 lineup — reviewers describe it as punchy off the line with usable low-end thanks to 326 lb-ft, but the 4-cylinder character shows on sustained highway grades and full-throttle merges where it becomes coarse and vocal in a way a V6 competitor (Explorer, Grand Highlander) would not. Mid-band overall.

GM's Hydra-Matic 8L45 8-speed automatic is paired with the 2.5T across all Acadia trims; reviewers describe shifts as smooth in normal driving with occasional slow downshifts when calling for kickdown passing power. Competent but a notch below the ZF-derived 8/10-speeds in class leaders.

The 2025 Acadia carries a 5,000 lb max tow rating when equipped with the available Trailering Package — a substantial gain over the outgoing Acadia's 4,000 lb limit and enough for a mid-sized boat, small camper, or car hauler. Mid-pack for a mainstream 3-row mid-size SUV.

AWD is optional on the Elevation base trim and standard on both AT4 and Denali for 2025, so it's widely available across the range. System is a conventional single-speed AWD with drive modes but no low range and no dedicated torque-vectoring rear axle — good coverage places this above segment average, hardware sophistication keeps it short of the 80+ band.

The AT4 trim gives the Acadia a legitimate light-duty off-road identity that most 3-row mid-size SUV rivals lack: ~1 in additional ride height (~8.9 in), all-terrain tires, off-road drive mode, hill-descent control, standard AWD and red recovery hooks with additional underbody protection. Not a serious rock crawler (no lockers, no low range, ground clearance still modest), so it sits in the mid-band above Traverse/Pilot but well below TrailSport/TRD Pro/Wrangler-class hardware.

The 2025 Acadia is offered with a single 2.5L turbo I4; there is no hybrid, no PHEV and no EV variant, and the outgoing V6 is gone. Take-it-or-leave-it powertrain places this near the bottom of the segment as hybrid mid-size 3-rows (Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Max, Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, Kia Sorento Hybrid, Mazda CX-90 PHEV) proliferate.

EPA combined figure for the volume 2025 Acadia Elevation AWD with the standard 2.5L LK0 turbo I4 (328 hp) and 8-speed automatic — the only powertrain offered on the redesigned third-generation Acadia. Poor for a mid-size three-row SUV segment where hybrid rivals (Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid, Kia Sorento Hybrid) top 30+ MPG combined.

EPA city figure for 2025 Acadia AWD with 2.5L turbo I4. Well below segment leaders because the Acadia has no hybrid, PHEV or EV option to lift low-speed efficiency on a ~4,700-lb three-row body.

EPA highway figure for 2025 Acadia AWD with 2.5L turbo I4 and 8-speed automatic. Middling for a mid-size SUV — non-hybrid V6 and turbo-4 competitors sit in the 24–29 MPG hwy range; hybrid three-rows push past 34 MPG hwy.

22.4-gallon fuel tank × 22 MPG combined yields ~493 miles of combined range on the volume Elevation AWD trim; ~583 mi at 26 MPG hwy. Solid for the segment despite mediocre MPG because GMC pairs the turbo-4 with a large tank sized for the outgoing V6.

EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the AWD volume config with 22 MPG combined on regular unleaded — roughly $500–700 more per year than segment hybrids (Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid ≈ $1,950/yr). FWD trims come in around $2,550/yr.

The 2.5L LK0 turbocharged four is designed to run on regular unleaded (87 octane) — GMC does not require or recommend premium, unusual for a turbo engine in a premium-positioned SUV. No diesel or E85 complications, and there is no charging infrastructure to worry about.

Redesigned third-generation Acadia (2024+) received a 4-star overall NHTSA rating; frontal and side crash tests were strong but rollover resistance kept it from a 5-star overall for the larger three-row body.

The redesigned Acadia has not been named an IIHS Top Safety Pick — sister-vehicle testing (Chevrolet Traverse) shows Acceptable/Marginal results on the updated side impact 2.0 and updated moderate overlap front tests, held back further by headlights that vary by trim. No TSP or TSP+ status for 2025.

Standard 'GMC Pro Safety' bundle covers Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, IntelliBeam auto high beams, and Rear Vision Camera on every trim including base Elevation. However, Blind Zone Steering Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, and Adaptive Cruise Control are bundled into higher trims (AT4/Denali) or an optional package rather than standard fleet-wide.

GM's shared AEB system with front pedestrian braking is competent in daytime tests on this platform; performance on IIHS's updated nighttime pedestrian front crash prevention test is a weak spot for the Traverse/Enclave/Acadia family. No standalone IIHS rating for the 2025 Acadia yet.

Blind Zone Steering Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert are alert-and-intervention capable and standard on AT4 and Denali, but the base Elevation trim requires an optional package to get them — knocks this below the standard-across-the-line target.

Standard Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning is functional but corrective rather than smooth centering; true lane centering only arrives via Super Cruise on Denali. Reviewers describe the base LKA as adequate with occasional pingy corrections typical of GM's shared system.

Full-speed-range Adaptive Cruise Control with stop-and-go is standard on AT4 and Denali via GMC Pro Safety Plus, and it performs smoothly per platform reviews; on the base Elevation trim ACC is not standard. When Super Cruise is fitted (Denali), the highway assist experience is class-leading.

Super Cruise is available on the Denali trim of the 2025 Acadia, with more than 750,000 miles of compatible North American divided highways and automated lane change — one of the most mature hands-free systems on the market. Availability is limited to the top trim, which caps the score below the mid-80s.

Full LED headlights standard across the range with IntelliBeam automatic high beams; however platform-sibling IIHS testing has rated some headlight configurations only Acceptable, and adaptive/curve-following headlights are limited to top trims.

Third-generation Acadia's greenhouse gives decent forward and side sightlines with an upright dash, but thick D-pillars limit rear-quarter visibility on a body that grew significantly for 2024+. Rear Vision Camera is standard; HD Surround Vision (360-degree cameras) is optional/standard on AT4/Denali, which partially compensates.

Redesigned Acadia's larger cabin gives wide second-row door openings and easily accessed LATCH anchors on the outboard seats; standard second-row bench seats three across, and second-row captain's chairs (AT4/Denali) trade one seat for easier third-row access. Third-row LATCH is limited, as is typical for the segment.

Redesigned 2024/2025 Acadia is a three-row mid-size SUV; Elevation, AT4, and Denali all come standard with second-row captain's chairs (seven-passenger), with an eight-passenger bench available on Elevation.

GMC-published dimension for the all-new 2024 Acadia platform carried into 2025; volume trim commonly optioned with panoramic sunroof which trims headroom slightly.

Front legroom expanded significantly on the 2024 redesign to a class-leading 44.5 in and carries into 2025.

Redesigned Acadia's second row grew substantially; 40.0 in of headroom is at the top of the mid-size SUV segment.

The 2024 redesign added notable second-row legroom; 39.7 in is competitive with Palisade/Telluride and comfortable for adults.

Redesigned Acadia's third row is a big step up over the prior generation — 29.8 in of 3rd-row legroom and 38.3 in of headroom make it usable for teens and short-trip adults, though rivals like Grand Highlander and Traverse (33.5 in) still lead. Access via power-fold-and-tumble 2nd row is straightforward. Third-row USB-C ports and cupholders included.

Volume behind the second row with the third row folded; 2024 redesign more than doubled behind-3rd-row cargo vs. the prior small Acadia.

With both rear rows folded flat the redesigned Acadia offers 97.5 cu ft — near the top of the mid-size 3-row SUV segment.

Large center console with dual-tier storage, generous door bins, and a large glove box; 12 USB-C ports across three rows, wireless charging pad on higher trims, and 110V household outlet on AT4/Denali. Denali adds a heated/cooled storage bin. Competitive but no standout innovation like Ford's Pro Power or Kia's under-floor bins.

Redesigned front seats are widely praised as supportive and long-haul comfortable, especially on Denali (16-way power, massage). Volume Elevation trim gets 8-way power driver / 4-way passenger with cloth-and-leatherette; reviewers rate them competitive with Pilot and Palisade but a step below Grand Highlander's most comfortable configurations. Second row captain's chairs are comfortable with recline.

Composed, well-damped ride on the redesigned Acadia; Denali gains adaptive dampers that reviewers describe as plush without float, while AT4's off-road tuning and 18-inch all-terrain tires add compliance. Base Elevation on passive suspension is firmer but still comfortable. Larger footprint helps highway stability.

Acoustic-laminated windshield standard, additional acoustic front side glass on higher trims, plus active noise cancellation help suppress wind and road noise. The 2.5L turbo four is subdued under light throttle but audibly gruff under hard acceleration — a small demerit versus V6/hybrid rivals.

Heated front seats and heated steering wheel standard from Elevation; tri-zone automatic climate standard. AT4 and Denali add ventilated front seats and heated second-row outboard seats, and Denali includes 16-way massaging front seats plus a heated/cooled center console bin. Remote start standard across the range.

The 2025 GMC Acadia — second year of the redesigned 3rd-generation 3-row midsize SUV on GM's C1 platform — opens at $43,995 including destination for Elevation FWD. Sits mid-band for the SUV segment and materially above the mechanically-adjacent Chevrolet Traverse ($39,995).

Elevation AWD is the highest-volume 2025 Acadia configuration; a typically-equipped example lands mid-$47k, with the popular AT4 mix stretching the practical average toward $50k. Above the SUV volume-price band midpoint reflecting GMC's premium positioning above Traverse.

Estimated from Edmunds/CarEdge class data for premium 3-row midsize SUVs running GM's 2.5L turbocharged I4 (LK0). Turbo service and premium-branded parts nudge costs above naturally aspirated V6 peers, but below luxury 3-rows and well under body-on-frame full-sizers.

GM midsize 3-row SUVs typically retain 44–50% of MSRP over 5 years per KBB/ALG residual projections. The redesigned 2025 Acadia is a mid-pack performer — well behind Toyota Highlander/Grand Highlander and Kia Telluride, but ahead of Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder.

GM's segment-floor 3/36 basic coverage — no premium-brand advantage despite Acadia's Denali-heavy positioning. Trails Hyundai/Kia (5/60), Genesis (5/60), and Mitsubishi materially.

Standard 5/60 powertrain coverage — sits at the industry floor alongside Ford, well behind Hyundai/Kia (10/100), Mitsubishi (10/100), and even the 6/70 Lincoln offers in the near-luxury 3-row space.

Standard GMC package: one complimentary first-visit maintenance (oil change / tire rotation / inspection), 5-year/60,000-mile OnStar Guardian Safety Suite (crash response, roadside), 3-year/36,000-mile courtesy transportation, and 3-month OnStar Premium + Connected Services trials. Thin vs Toyota (2 yr ToyotaCare) and BMW (3 yr scheduled), but above brands offering nothing.

$47,995 volume-trim price minus its estimated resale value after 5 years (47% retained, or about $22,558) leaves about $25,437 in depreciation. Add the projected $5,900 in 5-year maintenance and repairs, and owning this vehicle for 5 years costs about $31,337 in total.

2025 is only the second model year of the all-new 3rd-gen Acadia; the redesigned platform, larger body, and new 2.5L turbo I4 debuted for 2024 with a Consumer Reports predicted reliability of 1/5. 2025 saw only modest running-change improvements and CR/JDP data on the new generation remains thin — below-average predictions dominate.

GMC lands in the lower-middle third of recent Consumer Reports brand-reliability rankings and near the industry average in J.D. Power VDS (PP100). Solidly mid-pack — not a bottom-third brand, but well short of the top-5 dependability leaders.

2024 launch build of the new-gen Acadia drew the typical cluster of early recalls (software, safety-restraint/seat-belt items) common to all-new GM crossovers. 2025 build carried forward a portion of those issues; nothing systemic to powertrain, brakes, or fire risk, but recall volume for this generation is above segment best-in-class.

The LK0 2.5L turbo I4 debuted in the 2024 Traverse/Acadia and remains an unproven engine family — no meaningful high-mileage fleet data yet, and it works hard hauling a ~4,900 lb three-row SUV. The paired Hydra-Matic 8-speed is derived from GM's proven 8L-series but its high-torque application here is still new. Downgraded vs. later years given even less track record by MY2025.

The volume Denali trim earns strong reviewer praise for material richness — massive 15-inch center display, 11-inch cluster, real wood/aluminum trim, quilted leather. Materials read as class-leading among non-luxury mid-size three-rows and comparable to entry-luxury cabins at a lower price. Lower Elevation/AT4 trims are less lavish but still solid.

Second-year build of the new-gen Acadia has been generally solid but with more scattered complaints than a mature product — trim alignment quirks and infotainment software glitches turn up in owner and reviewer notes. The Lansing Delta Township assembly plant is still refining the process on the redesigned platform.

GMC vehicles are sold and serviced through the extensive Buick-GMC dealer channel — one of the densest US nationwide networks with roughly 1,900+ US points. Service satisfaction runs around industry average per J.D. Power CSI; not a top-tier brand for service experience but reliably available almost everywhere.

GM parts availability is strong given shared platform components with the 2024+ Traverse and Buick Enclave; independent-shop service is well-supported by broad GM parts distribution. Repair costs on the new 2.5T turbo I4 run above the segment average, and aftermarket support for this second-year 3rd-gen platform is still developing.

The 2025 Acadia is the second model year of the redesigned 5th-generation (all-new for 2024) three-row and carries a standard 15-inch diagonal color touchscreen in portrait orientation on every trim (Elevation, AT4, Denali).

GM's Google-built-in system on the 15" portrait screen is generally quick and logically laid out, retains a useful physical volume/tuning knob plus separate climate controls, and is praised for menu structure and responsiveness — some reviewers note occasional crowding in submenus.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto are standard across every 2025 Acadia trim — GM restored phone projection with the 2024 redesign after briefly dropping it on Ultium EVs.

Google built-in provides natural-language Google Assistant voice control and Google Maps as the native navigation, with Google Play app store — one of the strongest embedded-Google implementations among mainstream three-row SUVs.

Base 6-speaker system is adequate; a Bose Premium 10-speaker system is available on AT4 and standard on Denali, with a 16-speaker Bose Performance surround setup on the Denali as the top offering — strong for a mainstream three-row SUV.

A full 11-inch reconfigurable digital driver display is standard on every 2025 Acadia trim, with multiple layouts and clear rendering — no analog fallback.

The redesigned Acadia runs on GM's Ultifi software platform with vehicle-wide OTA update capability — GM has pushed multi-domain updates including infotainment, driver-assist calibration, and body-control features on 2024+ Acadias.

myGMC app offers remote start, lock/unlock, vehicle status, and location — but core Remote Access commands require a paid OnStar Remote Access Plan after the trial expires, dropping the effective value versus competitors that keep basic remote functions free.

Multiple USB-C ports across all three rows are standard, and a wireless phone charger is available (standard from AT4 up). No household AC outlet, which caps the ceiling here.

Keyless Open passive entry, push-button start, and remote start are standard on all 2025 trims; hands-free power liftgate becomes standard from AT4 and up. No phone-as-key implementation.

HD Rear Vision Camera is standard; HD Surround Vision (four-camera 360°) and front/rear park assist are available on upper trims, and Denali adds the Rear Camera Mirror. Image quality is high-resolution.

A color head-up display is offered on the 2025 Acadia but restricted to the top Denali trim (with availability on AT4) — not on the volume Elevation trim, which caps the score below segment leaders that offer HUD lower in the range.

Redesigned 3rd-gen (2024+) Acadia has wide 2nd-row door openings, standard 7-passenger seating with LATCH on outboard 2nd-row positions (Elevation 60/40 bench, AT4/Denali captain's chairs with easy walk-through), and a genuinely usable 3rd row (29.8 in legroom, 38.3 in headroom) for kids and short trips. 23.0 cu ft behind the 3rd row swallows a stroller plus grocery run. Hands-free power liftgate is standard AT4/Denali but optional on the volume Elevation trim, which trims some family convenience.

NHTSA rates the 3rd-gen Acadia 4 stars overall (5 side, 4 front, 4 rollover) — one star short of the segment-best 5-star rating families expect. Not an IIHS Top Safety Pick, and platform-mate testing (Traverse) shows Acceptable/Marginal results on the updated small-overlap and headlight tests. Standard GMC Pro Safety covers AEB, FCW, pedestrian braking, LKA/LDW, IntelliBeam and rear-seat reminder on Elevation, but blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and adaptive cruise control require the Pro Safety Plus package (standard AT4/Denali; optional on Elevation) — key features cost extra at the family-friendly price point.

The 2024 redesign transformed the Acadia into a real three-row road tripper: class-leading 44.5 in front legroom, 39.7 in 2nd-row legroom, 40.0 in 2nd-row headroom, tri-zone automatic climate standard, USB-C ports across all three rows, and 57.3 cu ft cargo behind row 2 for luggage. Acoustic-laminated windshield standard for a quiet cruise. Ceiling is capped by the modest 3rd-row legroom for adults on very long trips and by rear-seat entertainment/heated 2nd-row being optional on higher trims only.

2.5L turbo I4 with 326 lb-ft is smooth in stop-and-go traffic and the 8L45 8-speed shifts unobtrusively in cruise; standard driver aids ease commuting. Countering that, the redesigned Acadia grew to ~204 in long with a wide turning circle that makes it feel big in traffic, the 2.5T turns coarse under hard load, and adaptive cruise control isn't standard on the volume Elevation trim — Super Cruise hands-free is Denali-only. Fine daily manners with real annoyances, not effortless.

EPA-rated 19/26/22 mpg AWD (20/27/23 FWD) yields ~$2,650/year fuel cost per fueleconomy.gov — well behind hybrid mid-size 3-row rivals (Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid ~$1,950/yr, Kia Sorento Hybrid similar). Insurance ~$1,950/year is mid-pack. Positive: regular unleaded despite the turbo. Negative: no hybrid, PHEV or EV option in the lineup at all, so commuters can't opt into segment-leading efficiency at any trim.

Redesigned Acadia grew ~10.6 in over the outgoing 2nd-gen to ~204 in overall length with a ~40 ft turning circle — noticeably bigger than compact/mid rivals but still smaller than a Yukon. HD Rear Vision Camera is standard on every trim, but 360-degree HD Surround Vision and front/rear park assist are locked to AT4/Denali; base Elevation buyers park with only rear camera help. Manageable with camera help but oversized for tight urban settings.

5,000 lb max tow with the available Trailering Package (up from 4,000 lb on the outgoing gen) covers small campers, most family boats, and utility trailers; 326 lb-ft turbo torque handles hitched merges but the 2.5T revs hard under sustained load and has no HD alternative. 97.5 cu ft max cargo is genuinely useful enclosed space, but there's no bed, no dual-rear-wheel option, and no Super Duty ceiling — this is a light-to-moderate work vehicle, not a serious work tool.

New 2.5L LK0 turbo I4 debuted for MY2024 with no long-term fleet data; Consumer Reports predicted reliability sits at 1/5 for the redesigned Acadia. Hydra-Matic 8L45 8-speed has some service history from other GM applications but this high-torque three-row application is still new. Denali-heavy trim mix skews toward premium surfaces (leather, wood, quilted trim) that don't wear well under jobsite abuse — no fleet package, no vinyl-floor option like a Tahoe SSV.

120V household outlet is available on AT4 and Denali (not standard fleet-wide), multiple USB-C ports across three rows handle tool/device charging, and standard roof rails plus available Class III hitch with integrated brake controller cover the basics. No dedicated cargo tie-down rail system, no wipe-down interior option, and no upfit ecosystem like the Sierra pickups or full-size Yukon (which gets the Multi-Pro Tailgate). Basic work provisions only.

22.4-gallon fuel tank × 22 mpg combined delivers ~493 miles of range (~583 mi at 26 hwy) — well above segment average despite mediocre MPG, because GMC kept the tank sized for the outgoing V6. Denali adds 16-way massaging front seats and adaptive dampers, acoustic-laminated windshield is standard for a quiet cruise, and Super Cruise (Denali only) covers more than 750,000 mi of compatible North American highways with hands-free operation. Volume Elevation trim lacks massage seats and Super Cruise, which caps the score.

The AT4 trim gives the Acadia a legitimate light off-road identity that most mid-size 3-row rivals (Traverse, Pilot, Highlander) lack — ~8.9 in ride height, all-terrain tires, off-road drive mode, hill-descent control, standard AWD, red recovery hooks and skid protection. 5,000 lb tow rating hauls small campers/toys, standard roof rails accept bike/kayak/box accessories, and 120V outlet is available for campsite power. AWD is single-speed with no low range or lockers and ground clearance is modest for serious rock work — well short of Wrangler/4Runner/TrailSport hardware.

97.5 cu ft max cargo (both rear rows folded) is near the top of the mid-size 3-row segment; 57.3 cu ft behind row 2 and 23.0 cu ft behind row 3 with all seats up. Second-row 60/40 bench (Elevation) or fold-and-tumble captain's chairs (AT4/Denali) give flexibility, standard roof rails accept accessories, available Class III hitch, underfloor cargo storage under the load floor, and hands-free power liftgate on AT4/Denali. Falls short of the Yukon's unique Multi-Pro Tailgate but strong overall flexibility for the segment.

Redesigned 2024/2025 Acadia rides on GM's C1 platform (shared with Traverse/Enclave) with a five-link independent rear suspension and available adaptive dampers on Denali. Body control is composed for a ~4,900 lb three-row SUV and it corners predictably, but the tall body and family-friendly tune leave it clearly behind agile competitors like the Mazda CX-90 or Explorer ST; Denali with adaptive dampers noticeably tightens things versus AT4 on off-road tires.

Electric power steering is accurately geared and appropriately weighted but almost totally numb — the same on-center vagueness reviewers criticize on the Traverse and full-size GM SUVs. Fine for parking-lot and highway duty, no reward for a driver who wants feedback.

Large ventilated discs handle the mass adequately; instrumented 60–0 mph stops on the platform-mate Traverse land in the ~125–135 ft range, expected to be similar for the Acadia. Pedal action is progressive but the initial travel is soft, which reviewers note requires learning; no signs of premature fade in normal driving.

GM's 2.5L turbo I4 (328 hp / 326 lb-ft) paired with the 8L45 8-speed automatic delivers strong, linear tip-in and generally smooth low-load shifts. Auto stop/start restart is unobtrusive but the 4-cylinder becomes coarse and slightly buzzy under sustained load, and the 8-speed exhibits modest downshift lag on demand — a tune fine for a family hauler but visibly behind class-leading calibrations.

The 2.5T is audibly a four-cylinder under load — reviewers routinely flag intrusive engine noise on uphill grades and highway merges, an unavoidable byproduct of putting a boosted I4 into a two-ton three-row SUV. Cruising refinement is respectable thanks to acoustic glass on Denali, but the character is workmanlike rather than pleasing.

GMC-published curb-to-curb turning diameter for the 2025 Acadia; the ~121 in wheelbase and 204+ in overall length make it noticeably harder to U-turn in tight suburban streets than a mid-size two-row SUV.

Redesigned 2024/2025 dash gives a commanding forward view, generous 44.5 in of front legroom, power tilt/telescoping column on higher trims and up to 16-way power seats on Denali. Physical HVAC and volume controls are retained beneath the 15-in touchscreen and the gear selector moved to a column stalk to free console space — a genuinely thoughtful layout, though the tall hood and thick pillars create larger blind spots than the outgoing model.

The Acadia is fundamentally a family cruiser — competent but characterless. The turbo-4 lacks aural appeal, the steering gives nothing back, and only the AT4 trim adds any real personality (off-road recovery hooks, all-terrain tires) rather than driving fun. Enthusiasts don't cross-shop this against a CX-90 or Explorer ST.

Base 2025 Elevation (~$43K–$45K MSRP) includes 15-inch touchscreen, 11-inch driver display, Google Built-In, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, and GM's standard driver-assist suite, which is competitive but not class-leading — Palisade/Telluride and Grand Highlander bundle more comfort content (ventilated seats, heated steering) at similar price points.

Third-gen Acadia's 2025 pricing jumped meaningfully over the outgoing model — Denali AWD tops $60K, crowding luxury cross-shops while delivering a turbo-4 powertrain and mid-pack fuel economy; content-per-dollar trails Palisade/Telluride and Grand Highlander, which reviewers repeatedly cite as better values.

Three-trim lineup (Elevation, AT4, Denali) with FWD/AWD choice and 7- or 8-passenger seating covers most buyers, but no entry-level trim exists below Elevation and only one powertrain (2.5L turbo I4) is offered — budget shoppers and hybrid seekers are left out.

In its first full year on the new generation platform (2024 was launch year), the 2025 Acadia posted solid but mid-pack sales in the mid-size 3-row segment, well behind volume leaders Explorer, Palisade, Telluride, and Grand Highlander.

GMC carries a solid premium-truck-and-SUV image reinforced by the Denali sub-brand, lifting perceived status above mainstream Chevy/Ford equivalents — not aspirational like a luxury badge, but a clear positive for resale and satisfaction.

GM ran meaningful cash, lease, and financing incentives on the 2025 Acadia through its model-year cycle and dealers negotiate off MSRP; as 2025 stock cleared in favor of 2026 builds, discounts widened further, giving buyers 5–10%+ off sticker — favorable versus tight-supply rivals like Telluride/Palisade.

Third generation fully redesigned for MY2024 on GM's C1 platform with current infotainment (Google Built-In), latest ADAS (Super Cruise available), and modern turbo-4 powertrain — 2025 is year two of the generation, still very fresh with no imminent replacement.

Reviewers gave the 2025 Acadia generally positive but middle-of-the-pack marks — praise for cabin size, tech, and Denali refinement, but consistent criticism of the busy ride, working-hard turbo-4, and price; not a NACTOY finalist or Car and Driver 10Best pick, and rarely the winner in mid-size 3-row comparisons.