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Used 2023 GMC Acadia SUV Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

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:

SLE
Comes fairly well equipped, with:

  • 228-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine
  • 18-inch wheels
  • Keyless ignition and entry
  • Tri-zone automatic climate control
  • 8-inch infotainment touchscreen
  • Six-passenger seating
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (with wireless connectivity)
  • Six-speaker sound system
  • Five USB ports

A suite of advanced driver aids is standard on all Acadias (GMC Pro Safety Plus). It includes:

  • Automatic emergency braking (warns if a front impact is imminent and applies the brakes if you don't respond in time)
  • Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
  • Lane keeping assist (steers the Acadia back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Blind-spot monitor with rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)

SLT
The midrange SLT trim receives a bevy of extra features such as:

  • Roof rails
  • Hands-free liftgate
  • Foglights
  • Remote start
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Power-adjustable driver's seat
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Household-style power outlet for the middle row
  • Navigation system
  • Eight-speaker Bose audio system with HD radio

AT4
The AT4 trim is similar to the SLT but has a few extra features that enhance its off-road capability. Those added features include:

  • 310-hp V6 engine
  • Special 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
  • Standard all-wheel drive with componentry specific to the AT4 for greater traction
  • Hill descent control
  • Hill hold assist
  • Black exterior trim

Denali
The top-of-the-line Denali forgoes the AT4's off-road features but keeps the V6 engine. Standard feature additions include:

  • Distinctive grille
  • 20-inch wheels
  • Digital instrument panel
  • Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Driver's seat memory functions
  • Power-adjustable passenger's seat
  • Wireless charging pad

The Denali gets exclusive access to two option packages:

Technology package

  • Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Acadia and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Acadia and the vehicle in front)
  • Enhanced automatic braking for forward collision mitigation system
  • Digital rearview mirror (allows you to see out the back even with a fully loaded cargo area)

Denali Ultimate package (requires the Technology package)

  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Adaptive suspension dampers (enhance ride comfort and handling stability)
  • Tow package

Many features found on the upper trim levels are available on supporting trims as options. Other optional features include a rear entertainment system, a second-row bench seat (for seven-passenger seating), and an Elevation Edition package that adds black exterior styling accents and 20-inch wheels.

Which Acadia trim does Edmunds recommend?

Check out the SLT trim, particularly for its upgraded power-adjustable seats, cushier interior and improved stereo over the base model. That brings the Acadia more in line with its premium image, and the foglights and roof rails add functionality at a friendly price. But keep in mind that you'll need one of the costlier trims with the V6 engine and trailering package to upgrade towing capacity from 3,300 to 4,000 pounds.

Compare trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Chicago, IL
Vehicle
Acadia SLE
Acadia SLT
Acadia AT4
Acadia Denali
Vehicle
SLE
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A
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14 for sale near you
SLT
2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A
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13 for sale near you
AT4
3.6L 6cyl 9A
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3 for sale near you
Denali
3.6L 6cyl 9A
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Features

Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
standard
standard
standard
standard
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
standard
standard
standard
standard
Cruise control
standard
standard
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not Available
Not Available
Not Available
optional
Parking assistance
standard
standard
standard
standard
Upholstery
premium cloth
leather
premium cloth
leather
Heated seats
optional
standard
standard
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not Available
optional
optional
standard
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
optional
optional
optional
optional
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
all wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
228 hp @ 5,000 rpm
228 hp @ 5,000 rpm
310 hp @ 6,600 rpm
310 hp @ 6,600 rpm
Engine torque
258 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
258 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm
271 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
271 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm
Engine displacement
2.0 l
2.0 l
3.6 l
3.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
v6
v6
Transmission
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
9-speed shiftable automatic
Tire size
235/65R18
235/65R18
255/65R17
235/55R20
Wheel size
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
painted alloy wheels
polished alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
22 / 29 / 25 MPG
22 / 29 / 25 MPG
19 / 26 / 21 MPG
19 / 27 / 22 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
19.4 gal.
19.4 gal.
21.7 gal.
19.4 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
427 / 563 miles
427 / 563 miles
412 / 564 miles
369 / 524 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
premium unleaded (recommended)
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
38.7 ft.
38.7 ft.
38.7 ft.
38.7 ft.
Curb weight
4,155 lb.
4,207 lb.
4,495 lb.
4,317 lb.
Ground Clearance
7.2 in.
7.2 in.
7.2 in.
7.2 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
75.4 in.
75.4 in.
75.4 in.
75.4 in.
Height
66.7 in.
Length
193.4 in.
193.4 in.
193.4 in.
193.4 in.
Wheelbase
112.5 in.
112.5 in.
112.5 in.
112.5 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
12.8 cu. ft.
12.8 cu. ft.
41.7 cu. ft.
12.8 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
40.0 in.
40.0 in.
40.0 in.
40.0 in.
Front Leg Room
41.0 in.
41.0 in.
41.0 in.
41.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room
59.4 in.
59.4 in.
59.4 in.
59.4 in.
Rear Head Room
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
Rear Leg Room
39.7 in.
39.7 in.
39.7 in.
39.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
58.7 in.
58.7 in.
58.7 in.
58.7 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$44,357
$46,788
$51,053
$52,807
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.59
$0.62
$0.68
$0.7
Depreciation
$11,959
$13,614
$15,541
$17,395
Financing
$5,476
$5,897
$7,051
$7,224
Taxes & Fees
$2,427
$2,569
$2,957
$3,015
Fuel
$14,431
$14,431
$13,381
$12,782
Insurance
$3,334
$3,547
$3,599
$3,759
Maintenance
$4,902
$4,902
$6,739
$6,994
Repairs
$1,828
$1,828
$1,785
$1,638
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Cocoa/Light Ash Gray, premium cloth
Jet Black, premium cloth
Jet Black, leather
Cocoa/Light Ash Gray, leather
Jet Black, leather
Jet Black, premium cloth
Dark Galvanized/Light Shale, leather
Jet Black, leather
Exterior
Sterling Metallic
Volcanic Red Tintcoat
Light Stone Metallic
Summit White
Ebony Twilight Metallic
Ultra Blue Metallic
Sterling Metallic
Volcanic Red Tintcoat
White Frost Tricoat
Light Stone Metallic
Summit White
Ebony Twilight Metallic
Ultra Blue Metallic
Sterling Metallic
White Frost Tricoat
Light Stone Metallic
Volcanic Red Tintcoat
Summit White
Ebony Twilight Metallic
Ultra Blue Metallic
Sterling Metallic
Volcanic Red Tintcoat
White Frost Tricoat
Light Stone Metallic
Hunter Metallic
Summit White
Ebony Twilight Metallic
Ultra Blue Metallic