GMC Acadia first generation

GMC Acadia first generation
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The GMC Acadia first generation (2007–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 8 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: Lambda

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,110 mm TC5,098–5,108 mm
Width2,000 mm TC1,986–2,004 mm
Height1,850 mm TC1,775–1,849 mm
Wheelbase3,020 mm TC3,020 mm
Front track1,700–1,710 mm TC–
Rear track1,700 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight2,112–2,234 kg TC–

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2011–2016: ★★★★★

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

3,597 complaints for model years 2007–2016. 97 crashes · 69 fires · 148 injuries · 1 death

  • Airbags 784
  • Transmission and drivetrain 717
  • Steering 648
  • Electrical system 555
  • Engine 495
  • Lights 200

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 8 versions of the GMC Acadia first generation

United States 5 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2017SIDI3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA289–315 g/km
2010–2017SIDI3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticAll-wheel drive17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA291–322 g/km
2009–2012CLKUP · SIDI3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
2007–2008CLKUP3.6 LPetrol6-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2013–2016Sport utility vehicle: Standard3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic12.3–13.7 L/100 km 5-cycle283–323 g/km
2009–2014Sport utility vehicle · Sport utility vehicle: Standard3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle283 g/km
2007–2012Sport utility vehicle3.6 LPetrol6-speed automatic12.4–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle285–299 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.