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4.88 out of 5 stars

Transmission Flash Does Wonders

Mike D, 08/02/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

To everyone mentioning the transmission, the 5/8/08 transmission flash is a must. You actually feel the 275hp of the engine and don't have to push the pedal down much. It's the way it should have been from the factory. Tons of room inside. I got the 2nd row captain's chairs. Where can you get those outside of minivan? 3rd row better than most vehicles and has 60/40 which is great. Power liftgate and rear backing sensors are excellent. Stereo system (with XM) very nice. OnStar provides nice security. Stylish exterior and underrated style inside. Large tires and off-road capability. All-wheel drive is passive but there if needed. Dual sunroofs. The total package, IMHO.

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4 out of 5 stars

2008 GMC Acadia SLT2

kristintemples, 06/20/2013
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful

I would love to give this vehicle an outstanding review but I can't. I love everything about this vehicle except that so many owners have had transmission problems prior to 100,000 miles just months after the warranty runs out. My vehicle is sitting in my driveway after 4 months of owning it and the transmission wave plate has gone out like so many others. GMC is not taking responsibility for their defective transmission's which is costing the consumer $4,000 out of pocket and in my opinion if people have extended warranty insurance they are ripping them off as well. They know it is a crappy design or they would not have redesigned it for the newer Acadia's.

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2.38 out of 5 stars

Stay away from GMC

emclaugh3, 06/08/2013
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have a 2008 GMC Acadia SLT, an expensive vehicle. I leased it, but decided to purchase it because my family liked the exterior styling and interior space. I currently have 84,000 miles and the transmission is failing for the SECOND time. It was rebuilt under the warranty, but now, 22,000 miles later, it is failing again and will cost thousands to repair. I have had no luck with the dealer or GM in helping to fix this problem of bad transmission design, and a faulty repair. I will NEVER EVER buy another GMC !!!

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4.13 out of 5 stars

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car_girl24, 06/10/2011
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 3 people found this review helpful

I have had my 2008 AWD Acadia for 8 months. I have stop driving it because it is averaging 11.5 mpg hwy. I traded a 2004 Pacific for this that I loved I just wanted more room. I loved the car for the first month then all of the sudden the gas mileage took a dump. On my first road trip it got 22 mpg Hwy and 16 mpg city. This is the best I have even seen out of it. I am now in the market for a different SUV. I have had no mechanical issues and it has 76,000 mi. But if you don't care about what kind of mileage you get out of a SUV I have to say this is a great truck. Very comfortable ride.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Love our new Acadia

Jon, 07/07/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

Just bought my wife an Acadia and I have been looking for any excuse to take a ride. We have three kids and mother in law who all fit very comfortably in the car. It is a smooth and quiet ride and the smart slide seats are easy to maneuver for the kids. The perfect car for large families and long trips. Love both interior and exterior design. My only complaint is the chrome trim on the interior gives off a high glare in the sun.

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