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4.88 out of 5 stars

Acadia Borders on Excellent

sidewinder, 12/28/2007
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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The '08 Acadia is one solid XUV that met all my expectations and justifies the title, Made in USA (got rid of my German cars that had lots of reliability issues). The pitbull-like stance/exterior, interior design/ergonomics and handling are first-rate and deserve consideration by those looking for pax space and who don't want to drive a van. It feels like one solid block of wood no matter what the road surface is (I opted against the 19-inchers, w/c felt more jiggly and AWD, as my FWD felt quicker during the road test). The engine does have it's work cut out for it when prodded lightly but moves the Acadia with authority when you step on it. Cornering ability is impressive.

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4.38 out of 5 stars

Good Choice

Bob S, 08/19/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We usually bury our vehicles, so after 14 yrs and 150k miles on our '94 Explorer we decided it was time. Looked at all the SUVs including Acadia's two siblings, the Saturn Outlook and the Buick Enclave but picked the GMC. So far we love it! Great inside and out, and the ride is perfect. Two things stand out. We are only getting 19.8 mpg on the highway which is about 10% less than the 22 mpg advertised, whic is the same as my '94 Explorer was getting. Next, I find that on hills especially it hesitates getting into high gear and I have to push down hard on the gas pedal until it slips into high gear, this is very annoying.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

The best GMC ever

Ed @ Barrett, 07/06/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I have had GMC products for 30 years and have changed models due only to increasing or decreasing family size. From the GMC conversion van, to the Suburban, to the Yukon, to the Envoy and now to the Acadia. Without a doubt, this vehicle is the nicest, most well equipped, comfortable that I have owned.

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3.25 out of 5 stars

Beware the Acadia, you will be sorry

tarheelrebel, 02/05/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We bought the Acadia after several good runs with the Yukon and Suburban vehicles. It is attractive and has ample room inside. But the FLAWS, my God. Cruise control failure in a module that kills the tail lights; sun roof leaks that short out the electrical systems; cheap PLASTIC everywhere inside. Poor visibility for parking front and rear. Ours has been in and out of the dealership MANY times; total time in shop in excess of 26 days since brand new. Not only can we NOT recommend an Acadia, we likely will never again purchase from GMC. Very little assistance from the base level to the top; there is a REASON GM is going BROKE--they are cranking out JUNK. Thousands of Acadias on lots.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Love it! But look out for insurance rate

Heather, 06/05/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We've had our Acadia about 9 months and dearly love it. Gas mileage is about the same or slightly better than our supercharged Buick Regal. Love the extra space, Love the extra features, love everything! I would buy this again, for sure. For convenience, mileage for its size (although they need an E85 or hybrid option), features, pure styling (looks so beautiful!) and performance it gets a gold star.

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