2023 GMC Acadia Review

Looking for an SUV with three rows of seats and a comfortable ride? The 2023 GMC Acadia fits the description. And as a bonus, it comes in several styles, from the standard version to the flashy Denali, plus the bulked-up AT4 for the appearance of off-road adventuring. Whichever trim interests you, GMC hopes that you'll find the Acadia to be more upscale than some of its midsize SUV rivals, but not as expensive as a luxury SUV.

It's a nice idea, but we're not quite sold. This second-generation Acadia has been around since 2017 and has fallen behind more modern rivals such as the Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride. These two related SUVs provide more utility and better interior quality at a similar price. There are also the redesigned 2023 Honda Pilot, the relatively new Jeep Grand Cherokee L and the roomy Volkswagen Atlas to consider. Our test team finds the Acadia to be a decent pick, but odds are you'll find one of these other SUVs to be more to your liking overall.

The 2023 GMC Acadia is a three-row midsize SUV that comes in four trim levels: SLE, SLT, AT4 and Denali. SLE and SLT models come standard with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine while the AT4 and Denali have a more powerful 3.6-liter V6. Front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is optional except on the AT4, which is AWD-only. Notable features on each trim level are as follows: