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Love our new Acadia
Jon, 07/07/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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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.
Still loving it after 2 1/2 years
Gagirl, 08/06/2010
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I am a mom of two and I have owned my Acadia for 3 years this December and I still absolutely love it. Handles well, has plenty of room for thing and people, smooth ride, interior is very comfortable. This is a beautiful car and I always get compliments on it. My friends repeatedly tell me how much they enjoy riding in it.
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Great Choice
JimM, 08/07/2010
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We have had our Acadia for just over 2 year and have enjoyed it. Get as much as 26 MPG if I drive at speed limit and at my normal 75 get 22. Very comfortable on road, DVD, sun roofs, navigation are all well used. Recommend the Acadia
Would not buy another
JimCalgary, 09/12/2010
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We have had the vehicle since new. The transmission hunts excessively when the car is going up hills. The dashboard rattles. A trim piece fell off a seat. A number of power steering components were replaced. Vehicle makes clicking noises from front end. In slushy weather the Service Stabilitrack light sometimes comes on; dealer reprogrammed the software but the light still sometimes comes on. You have to come in under the fenders to change the headlight bulb! I had to have a shop replace it, cost me over $100. Odd tire size, few choices for replacement in OEM size. Nice ride and roomy inside, but I find the vehicle uninspiring and I can't think of a reason to buy another.
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.
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.
Not very impressed
Acadia, 10/25/2010
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Purchased b/c this vehicle has more space than most others; mileage and price were good. Exterior styling &Interior layout good. Cheap interior plastic & door handles are turn offs.Sad that with only 17k miles we have to replace the entire rack and pinion steering (expensive!)It makes a horrible squeaking and the steering wheel jolts back and forth when driving.Initial start up is horrible,shakes and surges like it is about to stall, after waiting for the chime to stop.Trans. is constantly going in and out of gears like it can't decide which one it should be in.I forgot my mantra to never buy a used American vehicle again. Ride is too rough. Overall, flashy but very cheaply built.
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.
GMC Acadia
JOE88, 06/15/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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The car handles well on the edges, and you can feel the sporty ride on the highway and the braking system is actually great. The car has a very attractive exterior and my brick red interior with the entertainment system, navigation, dvd, rear camera and many other options and luxury makes driving this crossover far better than any other.
Acadia - MN Driver
Geddyr, 02/03/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Outside of the couple off issues with the transmission this vehicle has ran great as it nears its first year and 12,000 mles. What impressed me most were the calls from GM and their engineers when they found issues with the transmission as one of the first customer to purchase. Best of all, this car has handles great and been 100% reliable in this very cold and snowy winter
The best SUV
Lovin' the Acadia!, 02/04/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I bought my Acadia after test driving vehicles for over a year. I rode in Toyota, Lincoln, Lexus, BMW, Ford, Dodge, Nissan and this was the best ride by far. The price was reasonable as well. I put on some highway miles for my job and feel very safe knowing that I have onstar and AWD for these harsh Canadian winters. I am happy when I drive down the street and see people checking out my SUV. I get so many comments on it and have already had a few Lexus and BMW drivers interested in switching to the Acadia!
this car stinks
sue, 03/14/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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My husband bought me this car. It's been back to the dealer about 16 times in 11 mos. it's been at the shop way over 30 days, Two days after picking the car car up it flooded out, so now my new car smells like a swamp. almost got myself and my children in an accident because it revs out to 8000 rpm in order to go to 40 mph. This car is dangerous, I get 6 mpg the water sprays in when it's raining. the window switch has blown out 4 times tranny not working right steering colom replaced thrush washer replaced the head liner due to water damage but they can't find a leak This car is a $700. a month peice of junk!! I have to rent a car to go away with because this car unreliable & unsafe.
1 week and love it!
Jdadams21, 08/31/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Just purchased and love it! Comfort for our family of 5. Beats the heck out of a minivan! Loaded with features. DVD controls and wireless headsets a huge benefit for parents! Ride is great. Does need some transmission fine tuning from GMC. Super quiet drive. Remote start is fantastic. Looks superb!
Very Good Vehicle
mongo1, 03/19/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We bought a 08 FWD Acadia last year and really like it. It's been very reliable, build quality appears to be excellent (big suprise to me, I think GM has been making junk for years) and Driving dynamics are good such a large truck. No sqeaks, no problems whatsoever and we have 8K miles on it so far. Room is best of all the similar vehicles checked out other than mini van. Drove the CX9, the Ford Taurus X, Armada, Higlander, Pilot (real dissapointment), this was the winner. Only complaints, no backup camera (got aftermarket)and it really needs one. Cloth interior is wearing already and Mileage is not as advertised. Complaints about funky trany are overblown.
Best I've Ever Owned!
Norman, 02/11/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I am very pleased with the Acadia. I have owned two minivans, four japanese imports, and one German, and the Acadia is the best. I took it on a trip and put 2500 miles on it in one week and rode like a luxury vehicle. The options are comparable with luxury brands without the cost. The mileage is respectable, giving me 14.7 per gallon in mostly city driving. I love the XM and comfort of the seating, as I am 6 feet and over 300 pounds.
Love It!
mswoods, 07/07/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I love the Acadia. I enjoy the drive. The body is bold and stands out. Love all the little extras. DVD, leather seats, and of course the sunroof. The car is an attention getter. It is easy to drive and easy to turn. The rear camera is wonderful when parking. It has enough room on the inside for everyone and you do not feel cramped up. You still feel like you are in a car but you are high like a truck with the room of a SUV! I love it and I would recommend it to anyone who wants a fun-loving family friendly car that still turns heads! Thumbs up to GMC. Just work on the transmission and auto start!
Wife and I love it ,kids too
NC in Memphis, 09/03/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Well we got it last Saturday 8/20/08. It's been great. We got a silver 8 seat SLT-1. The ride is awesome plenty of room. I have 3 girls and they love to too. This is our first brand new car in 15 years. We had a 97 mini van and moved into the Acadia. Wow what a difference. I read all the reviews on this site and they were very helpful in making our decision. We're getting about 23 mpg not bad.
Not Professional Grade
Shelly From Sheridan, 04/04/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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The ride is exceptionally comfortable on short and long trips. Fits family of 5 great but wish middle seat had head rest. 6 speed auto works great around town and mountains. Have had no trouble passing on Interstate or in town. On down side, fuel economy is no where near EPA estimates for city or hwy: 13/19 for our vehicle. Been recalled for poor windshield wiper design in snow (Wyoming gets snow people!!!) and has had power steering leak fixed at 4000 miles. We now have clicking noise when taking turns in steering column that will need to be corrected. Overall, disappointed with reliability and not up to GMC advertised as being professional grade. Priced too high for value provided.
3 inches of water - leak recall
Lemon-Owner, 04/03/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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I was so excited when we bought this vehicle, but it has turned into a love-hate relationship. I LOVE driving it, but the sunroof leaks and resulted in 3 inches of water under the insulation. After 5 months of back and forth into the shop without any luck in fixing it, the electric system has finally started to fail due to the water. GM has finally decided to negotiate a replacement. We are now considering the Honda Pilot. If we did get this car again, NO SUNROOF. Nothing but problems.
Cautiously optimistic
Dave, 04/20/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Bought this as a left-over. Second day the battery was dead in the garage. The electronics on the car are overwhelming and I took an extended warranty. 1st GM car I've owned in 30 years.
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.
Terrible Mileage
Martin, 06/02/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Right after purchasing vehicle drove all the way to Cancun, Mexico via Baja California (5,050 miles). Good points: Comfortable ride, lots or room. Two things very bad; First: average mileage was barely 17 miles/gallon. Second: Using cruise control 6th gear only works when highway level. At the slightest incline car shifts into 5th gear hurting overal gas mileage. At altitude (Mexico City) car clearly underpowered.
First time SUV owner
ysashacat, 04/24/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Down side: Fuel economy no where near advertized (12/20mpg), side view mirrors inadequate for viewing, poor visability out back (had to add after market camera),down shifts frequently in small hilly areas. Up side: good ride, roomy, large cargo capacity, heads-up display great. Added Sherwood wood grain kit to interior really makes the interior elegant.
Our pick of many
Anne P. McLaughlin, 07/06/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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At first the vehicle seemed a little big after getting out of our Honda van. It was not long before it was a pleasure to get in and drive away. Mileage however is not the best brag. Even with gas as high as it is today the Acadia is staying right here at home, mileage or no mileage. We have found it to be an excellent buy.
Solid and Reliable
HRC, 08/31/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We have owned our Acadia for about 13k miles. We selected it over the Acura MDX primarily due to its 3rd row space. Though we had some trepidation about the alleged poor reliability of American cars, I can say that for equivalent miles, the Acadia has been far more reliable than my 2005 Infiniti G35 or my VW Passat. I have had absolutely no reliability issues with the Acadia, while I can't say the same about the others. I was initially concerned about the fuel economy, and I have found the economy to be a mixed bag: city mileage is poor at about 11-14 mpg, but on the highway it is easy to achieve 24mpg by staying <70mph and using the cruise control. This is surprising for a big vehicle.
Disgusted Acadia Owner
LT, 05/06/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We purchased our Acadia in 9/07 because of it's safety ratings, size, comfort and price. Initially we had no problem and loved the car until a year after we owned it. Then the leaks started (9/08) and we're still having problems. First they installed the drain extension tubes for the sunroof but that didn't work. I've had water leaks from my dome lights, grab handle,sun visor and on the floor of the passenger side. I also had the ignition switch replaced last month because the engine kept running with the key out of the ignition!! I am currently beginning the arbitration process!
Acadia looks Great but shifts poorly
roger baiers, 09/05/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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The Acadia was a Christmas gift for my wife. She fell in love with the looks so we never test drove prior to delivery. We are satisfied with the vehicle except for the 6 speed transmission. In moderately hilly driving the transmission changes gears from 3-4-5 constantly. The shifts happen after the vehicle slows down 5- 10 MPH and then the engine speeds up from 1800 RPM's to 3500 RPM's to bring the vehicle back to the speed desired. The shifts are herky jerky and to date the dealer and calls to GM Customer Care has brought about the same response, "That is the way they are". The software developers should drive the vehicles in various road conditions and go back to the drawing board.
Our Acadia Views
Anne P McLaughlin, 01/07/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Traded off Honda Odyssey which did not add up to expectations. Started off with Yukon and decided on Acadia after test drives of both vehicles. In my openion this is a wonderful handeling auto with plenty of room and a very comfortable ride. Mileage is not the best in the world however if driven with "respect" one can live with it. Keep up the good work on the US made vehicles.
OK vehicle, on the open road.
R Jacob, 01/07/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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6-speed transmission is annoying. Constantly shifting in town and in country. Interior dash and door panels are cheaply made. Same material I have in my GM work truck! Interior surface is hard to clean. Exterior is time consuming to dry off after washing it. Many nooks and crannies. Nice to look at, a pain to own. We sold ours!
Great Touring Car
Norman, 01/08/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Took delivery and left a week later on a 12 day 3100 mile trip from Northern New England to Florida. Drove through rain, sun, wind, snow and ice and the Acadia performed perfectly. It handles and rides wonderfully, and averaged 19.8 mpg. Just retired and plan to do a lot of traveling. Looked at SUV's, minivans and crossovers and liked the room, comfort and features of the Acadia best.
Worst Vehicle Ever!
Jeff Wilhelm, 09/07/2010
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Purchased to replace a mini van. Huge mistake, has been in the shop several times, about once every 6 weeks for repairs. Biggest issue is with the AirBags, have had to have it in to service these 7, yes 7 times. GM says that they cannot and will not give a guarantee that the airbags work, if the lights not on assume that it works. Apparently safety not an issue with GM. We have had leaking windows, pw motor replaced, steering column squeaks, wipers don't work, fuel economy is terrible, brake line clips that have come off, lunges when you accelerate up a hill, the list goes on and on. Worst vehicle we have ever had. Should have let GM go under!
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.
The good and bad
bbrooks, 02/12/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Pros: Good Space and Featurues. Seats 7 Remote Start Heads up Display Drives well - After the transmission recall to adjust the shifting. Cons: Bad Sunroof! They have had severe problems with them leaking. I took mine back 4 times and it still leaked. Even after the GM recall work. They gave me a rental car and the rental person told me I was the 3rd leaking Acadia rental that week. Leather - Not as good as competitors. Doesn't wear well. Chrome Interior - Can blind you if the sun hits it right.
Acaida PMS
almost perfect, 06/17/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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My Acadia has 2500 miles on it. I like it real well. But the transmisson is not sure a lot of the time what it is suppost to do. It shifts up or down when it wants to, not when it is suppost to. I love the car but transmission thing is very hard to live with. It gets 20 to 22 mpg, looks great. I went back to dealer, but they said it was ok. I am hoping they will have a recall on it.
Great Vehicle
Rob F., 09/11/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We purchased our "barely used" 2008 Acadia 3 weeks ago. It had 9600 miles on it when we bought it and we have put cose to 1000 miles on it in the time we have had it. So far, we feel that this is an awesome vehicle. We have averaged right around 20 mpg in both city and hwy driving, and have experienced none of the transmission problems that so many reviews mention. This vehicle is definately an improvement over the 2002 Ford Windstar it replaces. The only gripe I have is the poor rear visability. A back up camera would be nice to have.
Mike's Overall SUV Reviews#11
Mike's SUV Reviews, 01/10/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Major trouble with drive train and gas milage to low which lead me to trade for a toyota Highlander 4x4 four cylinder which has excellent seating comfort and engine gets about 27 mpg on long drives.
Love the Acadia so much, we bought two!
Daphne Bernstein, 01/09/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Before buying the Acadia, we looked at the luxury options at BMW, Acura, Mercedes, and Lincoln. The Acadia offered similar features at a fraction of the cost. While the gas mileage isn't great, we get lots of enjoyment from the bose speakers, ipod jack, heated seats, dvd player, two sun roofs, OnStar navigation, hands-free calling through my Verizon service, remote start that automatically adjusts the interior temperature, and the best cup holders ever made. The design is sleek, and we notice everyone takes a look when we drive by. There is lots of room for our kids, their friends, and everything that comes with them. We like the car so much, we bought a second one just a few days later
Buyer be cautious
cch156, 09/17/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We choose the Acadia because it had so many of the features we were looking for and I wanted to drive something new and reliable. The Acadia has met many of my needs, but reliability is not one of them. In the 4 months weve had the car its been to the dealership 3 times. They had to replace the right cylinder head because of cam shaft end play. Now, I am uncomfortable driving a car that had to have the engine dropped at 6,000 miles for a major repair. A disappointment on a $39K car. I do agree with many of the reviewers that say there is a lack of power at slow speeds when climbing an incline. However, we were fairly happy with the Acadias performance when towing a U-Haul trailer.
Love It!
sebl, 01/18/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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What more could you want from a vehicle? Better gas mileage (mine averages 21) than SUV's yet with the same amount of space (actually the Acadia has a longer wheelbase than the Yukon). All the extra features you could ask for and comfort, visability, space, etc. The cars message screen actually tells you "Ice possible, please drive with care" or reminds you that the blinker is on. All for less than $40k...try and get a Tahoe loaded for that!
A Winner
Nichole, 07/17/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Overall, the 2008 GMC Acadia is a great vehicle. One thing I don't like is there is not a dome light when you exit the vehicle. Another downfall is the gas mileage, it's not horrible but definitely not what they said it would be.They said it would get 18+, really I get 15- 16mpg, but the luxury is worth it. Everything else has been great for me, no problems with the shifting as I have heard others complain about. Also, the AC vents dont seem to hit me when I am driving. The vents are made for taller people. I am 5'6" so not too short.
Best SUV We've Owned By Far
CPPhotoDude, 10/01/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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As I thought about it more, I thought I could give you a little bit more color on my experience with the Acadia. As I said, the topline summary is that I love it, but here are some more details about my experience: Very quiet -- probably the quietest car at freeway speeds that I've ever owned. Powerful drivetrain -- for a car of it's size, it really gets up and goes. You have to be careful, because with how quiet and powerful it is, you can be going 80 MPH and it feels like 65. Comfortable -- this is a personal thing, but for me, it works great for long trips. I drove back from Utah in a day, and was comfortable the whole way. Gas mileage -- I get about 16 to 25 MPG depending
I Love My Acadia!
lmstancel, 01/24/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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This is my dream car! I love it! The way it drives, the luxury feel to it, everything. This car has every bell and whistle I could ask for. The back cargo area is roomy and the rear seats fold down and back up easily. The steering collum has touch control for everything. Very deep, roomy consoles. We fit 6 large adults very comfortably with lots of room left. The driver assist backup camera is so helpful. I feel very safe and confident driving this SUV.
Excellent Grocery Getter
TexasLonghornMike, 02/11/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We compared a number of crossovers and set our sights on the Acadia due to the combination of interior size, the availability of captain's in the 2nd row, and its good looks. To date it has been an excellent grocery getter, capably hauling my wife and two kids from here to there with no issues. Its good to see GM producing first rate automobiles.
Love it
ANGELA, 10/15/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Have had the Acadia since May and have nothing bad to say about it. It has a very smooth ride, very roomy (we have 3 kids; ages 2-8 years, and 2 dogs). We have been getting pretty good gas mileage for the size of the vehicle, we average just over 22 mpg. We have gotten up to 28 driving up-north. We love it so much, 2 of our friends went out and bought Acadias
DO NOT BUY--RUN TO FOREIGN
lemonowner08, 06/24/2009
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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This has been the most disappointing brand new vehicle in all my 52 years of ownership. The sunroof has been "fixed" 3 times and still leaks. A natural gas odor comes through the ventilation system. The driveline is noisy and when you make a tight turn is sounds like the wheels are falling off. The engine is sluggish and hesitates. Poor fuel economy and all over poor engineering. The worst part is poor customer service from the selling dealership. They won't do a thing. Just don't buy the Acadia. It might look nice, but it has a long way to go before it can become a low maintenance vehicle. Prepare to have it in the shop often. Just don't buy it.
Just a great looking SUV
NY Traveler, 05/30/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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This is just the finest looking SUV on the road today. Very comfortable and it delivers in excess of the 22mpg highway. Mine is fully loaded with everything imaginable. Instrumentation is excellent including the heads up display on the windshield. Bose is great as is the 36 "favorites" you can set up on the audio. It's nice that you can move from AM to FM to XM without changing the mode. This is my first SUV so I'm just getting used to the size. My last car was a BMW 330 so the change is quite dramatic for me. Backup camera helps tremendously in reverse.
Disappointed
Pat Martin, 06/09/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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To start out on the positive I love the look and the interior design of the vehichle. However, I am extremely disappointed in the drive. It has problems going up even the smallest of hills without downshifting. When you are trying to pick up speed and merge into traffic you have hesisation and downshifting. I have had it serviced and it improved the hesitation somewhat but the downshifting leads to the worst driving car I have ever owned. The gas mileage is also awful. I am only getting 13.9 around town. For a vehicle with a sticker over $40,000 I think GMC should be ashamed of itself!
Sickening MPG
Matthew, 06/22/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Boght the car with future plans on bigger family. Gas mileage and prices have killed that idea! Average about 12/16 city/highway in Hawaii. Love the truck almost as much as anything I have ever owned and never would think I could find a better designed or planned American built vehicle in this class. It sits in the garage most of the time however due to the very poor mileage but when we do drive it, it is almost as much fun than the actual destination. If you love comfort, space, quality and having people's heads turn this is the vehicle for you. If you hate paying out the yang for gas, don't even entertain it.
Mini van inside, head turner outside
Ken, 07/17/2008
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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We have had our Acadia for about 10 months and I still really love it. It has a nice ride and it's very easy to maneuver, especially for it's size. Very comfortable and huge cargo space with the seats down. We had to find a vehicle that would accommodate three kid's car seats. Being able to walk around the 2nd row seats to access the 3rd row was a huge thing for us (seat won't fold w/ car seat installed). The tranmission is a mess, however! It makes it very difficult to accelerate smoothly to try to save on gas. My MPG avg. is 15.5. I am also having trouble with the Stabilitrak and opening one of the 2nd row windows at highway speed is a very scary experience. Overall we love our Acadia.
Great Crossover
ronovia, 12/24/2007
2008 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
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Previously owned SUVs are a 1997 Tahoe and a 2000 Mountaineer, and additionally in the past 20 years we have owned vehicles from VW, Ford, Nissan, Volvo, Porche, and BMW. We are very much brand agnostic, so drove every available similar SUV. The Porche wasn't really a consideration, due to price, and wasn't an all around favorite anyway. We really liked Buick's sibling of the Acadia, but the local dealer didn't have one equipped the way we liked. I'd have a hard time rating any car a 10 in more than one or two categories, so I consider 9 excellent. This is an excellent all-around vehicle, but although pleasant to drive, I can't say fun-to- drive. Gas mileage has been in the 20 mpg range.