What is the GMC Acadia?
The GMC Acadia is a three-row SUV for carrying passengers and their luggage. It joined GMC’s lineup for the 2007 model year as the brand expanded into crossover SUVs. Its first generation used GM’s Lambda platform. Later generations brought a new platform and a revised take on the three-row formula; the latest design is larger, with updated styling and technology.
The Acadia’s generation dates are first generation (2007–2016), second generation (2017–2023) and third generation (2024–today). The listed US years run from 2007 to 2027, while the Canadian years run from 2007 to 2026.
Engines and power
The US and Canadian engine ranges span 2.0 L to 3.6 L, and the listed versions use petrol. The Acadia’s engine offering changed across its three generations.
How economical is the GMC Acadia?
The lowest listed consumption is 9.4 L/100 km in both the US EPA and Canadian NRCan figures. The best combined EPA rating shown is 25 MPG. These procedures differ: the United States uses EPA testing, while Canada uses the 5-cycle test. European WLTP and older NEDC procedures differ from both.
With three rows of seating, the Acadia is designed to carry a family or a group of passengers along with their luggage.
Questions and answers
How many generations of GMC Acadia are listed?
Three: first generation (2007–2016), second generation (2017–2023) and third generation (2024–today).
What fuel does the Acadia use?
The listed US and Canadian versions use petrol.
What is the Acadia’s best combined EPA rating?
The best combined rating shown is 25 MPG.
Why do US and Canadian fuel figures use different tests?
US figures use the EPA procedure, while Canadian NRCan figures use the 5-cycle test. The methods differ.
