Used 2011 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A) Consumer Reviews
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Maintenance costs out of control
Peter, New York, NY, 10/11/2016
GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
80 of 86 people found this review helpful
The frequency and exorbitant cost of maintenance has made the Acadia our worst car purchase to date. After a couple domestic vehicles in high school and college, my wife and I have both owned only imports since (Toyota, Acura, Nissan, two Audis). But we were happy to buy domestic once again. Detroit, we thought, was back. Or so people said. The Acadia shined during our test drives. The configuration of the seats (2nd-row buckets & 3-seat third row) was a big selling point for our growing family. We liked the vehicle's size and styling. It seemed comfortable. So, we bought it. It's my wife's vehicle. It was a huge financial mistake. For comparison's sake: I drive an Audi that has almost identical mileage (about 70k) and is one year older. The Acadia is in the shop about 3x as often for repairs big and small. The cumulative cost of the Acadia repairs has been about 4x that of the Audi. Seemingly routine repairs on the Acadia are overly involved. For example, replacing a headlamp requires you remove the wheel well liner, loosen the bumper and loosen the grill. There are a couple dozen bolts to remove or loosen just to get to the bulb. The A/C condenser was leaking, and it required two days in the shop, as they had to disassemble the dash to get to the condenser. Almost $2k. The timing chain is now failing. That will be more than $2k. Going in, I would have assumed maintenance on a German import would outstrip that of a domestic, but it isn't even close. Detroit is not back. GMC is not back. In fact, I hate GMC with every fiber of my being. We'll be reluctant to trade in this car sooner much than anticipated, but we'll be relieved to be back into a less costly, more reliable import.
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GMC Acadia 2011; Purchased in 2010; 150,00 Miles
David, Washington, DC, 11/02/2018
updated 05/16/2023
GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Very solid vehicle. Smooth comfortable ride that has held up nicely over the years. First major repair was at 100K mikes to replace failed fuel injectors, then150K miles for spark plugs. The second repair was expensive due to the position of the plugs. Other than that its been rock solid. They keep sending me promotions to trade it in for a new one, but I have no reason to turn it in. Coast to coast trips and north/south trips with a full load of passengers and baggage performed with no issues. I'm surprised that the technology still holds up well against today's competition - Road trip DVDs, iPod integration, USB outlets, AC outlets, BOSE speakers. It still looks good against today's competition also.
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Fun to drive
benedicttb, Reno, NV, 05/24/2011
GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 17 people found this review helpful
I have had my Acadia for a month and find it fun to drive. The engine has lots of power and excellent pick up. I have 2500 miles on it and found that after 2000 miles the town milage is about 17. It was lower 14 for the first 1000 miles. On the road I got about 23. I have an all wheel drive one, and I suppose the 2 wheel drive model would do better. The sound system is great, and I will continue with xm radio. The seats are very comfortable. I got the one with 2 bucket seats in the second row which causes less friction on who sits in front. I like the size since I can carry a lot more than I could in 4 runner or the jeep my brother has. When you use the phone the fan stops.
wow!!!!
kimmyac, Seattle, WA, 02/29/2012
GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 21 people found this review helpful
I leased my 2011 Acadia in July of 2010, straight off the truck, first GMC I have ever driven. I was at the time driving an Explorer 7pass., that I was in love with and swore by. I was actually going to buy another one. However just paying attention to the different SUV's on the road, I liked the look and test drove a Saturn Outlook first. Then the GMC Acadia caught my eye. I went to the dealer to test drive one, and the next day my mind was made up (actually after I drove it my mind was made up) and I was the proud owner of a beautiful, stylish, comfortable, roomy, well handling, just outstanding vehicle in every aspect and detail. Can you tell I love my Acadia?
Nice car
Ed, Cincinnati, OH, 10/11/2018
GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
Very nice car, only thing is gas. Eat gas fast
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