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Used 2008 GMC Acadia Consumer Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars
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5 out of 5 stars

Excellent says it all!

Jim V., 02/03/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

We needed a vehicle to haul 2 children and thier friends. Gas mileage was a concern. This vehicle has plenty of room and great gas mileage. A added bonus was the fact that everyone that sees it comments how great it looks.

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3.13 out of 5 stars

Have to get rid of

sue, 10/17/2010
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

The Bad: Repeated water leaks. Headliner removed numerous times, carpet replaced. Rubber boots that hold the wires between the door and the vehicle are full of water. This i would not have noticed had it not froze and made noise while opening door. This will fill up repeatedly even after being emptied. Sometimes won't start without a jump. Battery is not the problem. Front struts had to be replaced at 37,000 mi. Noise in steering column. Ice builds up on windshield while driving in snow or sleet.No longer under warranty so i am going to get rid of car.Can not trust to be a reliable vehicle especially with the water issues we have.

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5 out of 5 stars

Get On Board

Robert, 06/14/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

By far the best crossover out there. Great handling with the stabilatrac, not like an SUV that can roll over easily. All the controls are very close. Getting 21 mpg, I think that's great for this vechile. If you don't need AWD get the FWD you'll save about 1700 on the price & get 4 mpg more. If you need more MPG than this buy a Yaris.

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3.75 out of 5 stars

First time GMC owner

Jeff C. in San Diego, 09/06/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

After looking at every make and model of 7 passenger SUV's and Minivan's my wife and I quickly narowed it down to the Acadia. This is our first "American" badged vehicle and have to say that we are both impressed. Ours was purchased in Nov 07 and with the exception of a leaky sunroof (fixed under warranty) we have had no problems during its first 7500 miles driven. The May 08 transmission reflash was done two months ago and did wonders for the everyday drivability of the car.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Awful gas mileage, beware

Hillsmom, 07/08/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

I bought this car expecting much better gas mileage than my 2004 Ford Expedition with a 540 horse V-8 engine. Sad to say, my Ford had better gas mileage in town than this Acadia. I only get around 10 miles per gallon in town. I do quite a bit of stop / start traffic, but it shouldn't be this bad. When I drive, I try to excercize all the gas efficient ways to drive, ie. don't drive with a heavy foot, don't stop quickly say at a light, slow exceleration from a stop, no gunning it up a hill, etc. The transmission is a bit sluggish. It tends to be delayed when trying to go up a hill. I really like the car and it's quite stylish, too!

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