2020 GMC Acadia Review
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2020 GMC Acadia Review
Pros
- Refined ride quality makes it comfortable in any driving situation
- Quick acceleration from the optional V6 engine
- Simple cabin layout means everything is usable at a glance
- Modern onboard technology keeps you connected
Cons
- Cabin isn't particularly luxurious, even in the priciest trim levels
- Some rival crossovers have more cargo and third-row space
- Lackluster base engine
What's new
- New turbocharged four-cylinder engine option
- Nine-speed transmission replaces former six-speed unit
- Upgraded navigation and entertainment system
- New outdoor-oriented AT4 trim level
- Part of the second Acadia generation introduced for 2017
Overview

GMC has updated its Acadia SUV for 2020. Visually, the Acadia stands out more than it did before thanks to a tougher face that better matches GMC's truck-oriented marketing. The Acadia's outdated six-speed automatic is also gone, replaced with a new nine-speed unit that promises better acceleration and improved fuel efficiency. GMC has added a new optional turbocharged four-cylinder engine that should provide similar benefits compared to the base four-cylinder engine. The 3.6-liter V6 engine is still around.
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
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Certified Pre-Owned: No
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- 101,380 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use
- 6 Seats, 21 City / 28 Hwy MPG
- Toyota West (16 mi away)
- Five Star Dealer
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Sunroof/Moonroof
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FWD, Cocoa/Light Ash Gray Leather, 18" Machined Aluminum Wheels, 3.47 Final Drive Axle Ratio, 3rd row seats: split-bench, 4-Way Manual Passenger Seat ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
24 Combined MPG (21 City/28 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1GKKNML42LZ214802
Stock: TLZ214802
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 09-11-2025
For 2020, you get the latest generation of GMC's infotainment in the cabin, along with fast-charging USB-C ports. Finally, there's a new AT4 trim level that has more rugged styling and a few mild enhancements to aid in off-road situations.
All of these changes help make the Acadia a more distinctive choice. Previously, it failed to offer a significant enough experience compared with its roomier corporate sibling, the Chevy Traverse. But know that there are more choices than ever if you're shopping for a three-row crossover SUV. The Honda Pilot, for example, offers impressive all-around capability, while the slightly smaller CX-9 provides superior handling and a luxury-level interior. You should also consider the all-new Kia Telluride, which is one of our top-rated SUVs.
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2020 GMC Acadia trim level differences
The 2020 GMC Acadia is available in five trim levels — SL, SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali — and with three engine variants. The base SL is relatively well-equipped, though it lacks some common active safety features. Standard infotainment features for the SL include an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and OnStar with onboard Wi-Fi. The front seats are manually adjustable, and cloth upholstery is standard.
Which Acadia trim does Edmunds recommend?
Because of the 2020 changes, there's not much sense in opting for anything less than the SLT. That gets you the turbocharged engine, more comfortable second-row captain's chairs and leather upholstery (among other upgrades). The SLT also has access to more options, such as a better stereo to a full suite of driver safety aids. If you want to tow, you'll have to upgrade to the V6. It's rated for 4,000 pounds. The other engines can only manage a 1,000-pound trailer.
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Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$159/mo for Acadia SL
Acadia SL
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Reliability
The 2020 GMC Acadia has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 6 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5, ranks it #29 out of 32 among Midsize SUVs. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.
Reliability Rating by RepairPal
3.5 out of 5 stars3.5/5Above Average
#29 out of 32 among Midsize SUVs
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.
Cost
$610/yr
vs. $485/yr
for Average Midsize SUV
for Average Midsize SUV
Frequency
1.16x/yr
vs. 1.18x/yr
for Average Midsize SUV
for Average Midsize SUV
Severity
18%
vs. 13.5%
for Average Midsize SUV
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Recalls
6 recalls foundChecking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.
If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).
- Recall Number:
- 22V709000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N222378380
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 95231
- Defect Description:
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature. The rearview camera coaxial cable connectors may have been crimped improperly, causing the rearview camera to fail or function intermittently.
- Defect Consequence:
- An inoperative rearview camera can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- Dealers will replace the coaxial cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222378380.
- Recall Number:
- 21V115000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N212329050
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 33838
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
- Defect Consequence:
- Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall resulting in sudden air loss or a belt edge separation which could lead to a tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 12, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
- Recall Number:
- 20V684000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N202319030
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 7516
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
- Defect Consequence:
- Overcured tires may experience a carcass break in the sidewall resulting in a sudden air loss or could develop a belt edge separation which could lead to partial or full tread/belt loss. Either condition increases the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles and replace tires that have DOT number and production mold number combinations identified by Continental, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 21, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202319030.
- Recall Number:
- 20V668000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N202313440
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 194105
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.
- Defect Consequence:
- Missing bolts on the start-stop accumulator endcap could result in a transmission oil leak and may progress to a loss of propulsion, increasing the risk of a crash. A transmission fluid leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of fire.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin December 14, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.
- Recall Number:
- 20V639000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N202314760
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 2781
- Defect Description:
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
- Defect Consequence:
- Insufficient fuel supply can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202314760.
- Recall Number:
- 20V446000
- Manufacturer Recall Number:
- N202305380
- Number of vehicles affected:
- 769
- Defect Description:
- General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5 and XT6, Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and Traverse and GMC Acadia and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
- Defect Consequence:
- If the diffuser separates from the inflator during deployment, RRAB performance may be degraded, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Corrective Action:
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin September 14, 2020. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-522-9559. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.
Warranty
3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty- Basic Warranty
- 3 years / 36,000 miles
- Drivetrain Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Rust Warranty
- 6 years / 100,000 miles
- Roadside assistance Warranty
- 5 years / 60,000 miles
- Free maintenance Warranty
- 1 years / unlimited miles
GMC Acadia Owner Reviews
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5 out of 5 starsValarie Stewart, 03/17/2020
2020 GMC Acadia SLE 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
I only had my Acadia 2020 for about a month and some ran a stop sign in front of me going 60 mph! I had my dash cam on. It was awful!! Every airbags deployed. The other lady involved had to be taken to the ER while I walked away with just a black eye. Everyone who watched the video says THAT Acadia saved your life!!!
Exactly the right size - great car!
5 out of 5 starsJD, 03/05/2020
2020 GMC Acadia Denali 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
Pretty pricey... but it is the right size, not too big and not too small. Traded in a 2019 Tahoe - it was also a great car, but too big and "trucky." The Acadia handles more like a car - much more responsive and quicker. Wife is primary driver and she loves it!
Smooth Ride
5 out of 5 starsKevin, 11/28/2019
2020 GMC Acadia Denali 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)
I have tested just about all of the midsize suv vehicles and this car by far has the best ride quality. The new transmission makes a major difference. Plus, I like that the suv isn't as large and bulky as some of the other vehicles in its class.
This thing moves!!
5 out of 5 starsJoe L, 09/24/2020
2020 GMC Acadia SLT 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
This is a review of a rental. I rented one of these and drove it 8hrs home and really really enjoyed it! First impression-roomy, comfy, well lit interior. Felt actually more like getting in a truck. Impressive. Get it on the highway, holy cow this thing MOVES! VERY quick and it's very nimble. Does not feel at all like a suv, more car like and cat quick. I'm actually looking for a Escape … but dang, now this things got me thinking! I'd say the mileage was 27 on the highway, not bad. It is rock solid at 80. Have I said I seriously enjoyed driving this thing? It's really got me thinking about that Escape vs this lol.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 GMC Acadia, so we've included reviews for other years of the Acadia since its last redesign.
2020 Acadia Highlights
SL
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $29,800 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 23 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $159/month |
Seating | 7 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 12.8 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | front wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Our experts like the Acadia models:
- Side Blind-Zone Alert
- Gives the driver a visual indicator when a car is in your blind spot. Also sounds a warning if you signal in that direction.
- Forward Collision Alert
- Warns the driver of an impending front collision with both an audible and visual alarm.
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Sounds an alarm when there is traffic approaching from either side of the vehicle while in reverse.
NHTSA Overall Rating
5 out of 5 starsThe National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger4 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverall5 / 5
- Side Barrier RatingOverall5 / 5Driver5 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront Seat5 / 5Back Seat5 / 5
- RolloverRollover4 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of Rollover16.4%
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestGood
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalGood
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestGood
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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