Acadia Denali is the only model with Continuously Variable Ride Control. Posh Denali trim is loaded with such luxuries as a hands-free power liftgate, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated second-row seats. Angular elements are still evident, but the 2017 Acadia isn't as blocky as some GMC models. Though smaller in size, the 2017 Acadia design manages to blend its family-oriented crossover status with a tough, truck-like appearance. The All Terrain option forgoes a third-row seat, providing instead a rack that can be moved forward and back, to hold cargo in place. An All Terrain setting replaces Off Road mode in other AWD models. All-wheel drive reduces the Combined estimate to 20 mpg.Ī new All Terrain option includes an Active Twin Clutch all-wheel-drive system that can transfer torque both front to rear, and left to right. With the V6 and front-drive, Acadia is EPA-rated at 18/25 mpg City/Highway, or 21 mpg Combined. The 3.6-liter V6 gets the Acadia briskly underway and delivers ample reserve power for highway passing. Fuel economy is EPA-rated at 21/26 mpg City/Highway. Response is good initially, but the four-cylinder runs out of steam when pushed harder. Developing 194 horsepower, the new 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine is suitable for daily driving with a light load. Smaller and lighter allows a smaller, more efficient powertrain, and the 2017 Acadia makes a new four-cylinder engine available as an alternative to the optional V6. We found the 2017 Acadia responds better than its predecessor to driver inputs and is a lot easier to maneuver in tight spots. Snipping seven inches out of the body length and losing 740 pounds in overall mass means improved handling. Interior space remains adequate for seven passengers, though cargo room has diminished. While its predecessor sat up to eight passengers, the 2017 Acadia seats seven. Vehicles typically grow bigger when they enter their next generation, but that didn't happen with this all-new three-row crossover utility vehicle. Loaded with features geared toward keeping family safety in mind, makes me feel confident on recommending the 2017 GMC Acadia Denali for all my soccer moms out there.Completely redesigned, the 2017 GMC Acadia is substantially smaller and lighter than previous-generation (pre-2017) models. It is an easy to drive vehicle with lane departure warnings, blind spot assistance, and adaptive cruise control. I was able to take the Acadia up to Dallas and the trip almost flew by too fast with how comfortable the ride was. This reminder can save lives and that is huge for me as a parent. Even if you aren’t putting a child in the rear, there are times I have left groceries in my car because I was distracted when leaving the car. This sensor is triggered when you open the rear door and put anything inside. The new rear seat reminder system on the Acadia will alert you with an audible noise and visual alert on the driver screen to check the back. Top of the list for family safety is GMC’s answer to the stories of kids getting left in cars with distracted parents. Now there is still not a huge amount of space in the rear cargo area which would somewhat turn me off to buying the Acadia for a larger family, but if you have a smaller one like mine it is ample storage with the rear seats down. Upper air vents assures that my kids get air to their faces and upper body. You don’t want your knees to be where the air flows especially if your child is in a rear facing carseat they do not get the airflow they need. My kids complain often of being hot in the rear of vehicles because of the placement of air vents. Another thing GMC got right is the use of in-ceiling air vents. Throw in the Denali packaging of leather and woodgrain throughout, you will then have all the creature comforts to elevate your driving/riding experience.
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