2009 GMC Acadia Consumer Reviews

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Written by: Geoff Chamberlain on 10/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Just a quick update on our ownership expierience so far.We are happy with our Acadia and the nit picks are very few ( and minor ).I just put on the winter tires , Bridgestone Blizzaks ,fuel milage is getting better with more miles on the vehicle,great on long trips,kids love it,better sound system should be standard for the price,effortless to drive on the highway (120 km/h)very quiet inside.

Favorite Features

Great ride quality, good looking ,fun to drive,my family feels safe riding in it. GREAT JOB GM !

Suggested Improvements

High end sound system and tri zone climate controls should be standard for the price we paid 47,000 CDN.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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So far, So good...wait, So GREAT!

Written by: jcavfish on 10/01/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My wife, baby boy, and I shopped for our new vehicle for about a month. We test drove Lexus's, to Toyota's, to Volvo's, etc...you name it, were were there. We were in the market for an SUV/Crossover. After driving them all, we found the Acadia to be the clear winner on all fronts: great & smooth ride for a large vehicle; super spacious; great gas mileage for this size of car (don't agree w/ other folks who are voicing their concerns about the true MPH?); and all the functionality one would want w/ a car in this class. We have had the car for two mos and are 100% satisfied w/ our purchase. Should n e thing go wrong, the 100k warranty should cover us...A+ car;oh, 5 star crash rating too

Favorite Features

comfortable/smooth ride; power; MPH; space; cooled/heated seats; remote start; power lift gate; navigation; xm radio; safety; dvd system; bluetooth; backup video screen for when parking; moonroofs; i can go on and on...

Suggested Improvements

the interior of the car; the main display area of the car is built w/ shiny trim; when the sun penetrates inside the car (at certain times of the day), the reflection is pretty bad; have to have sunglasses on or the reflection will b pretty bad in your eyes. not a deal breaker, though.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Good family vehicle

Written by: Scott on 09/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Traded in 2001 Yukon for 2009 Acadia. Similar passenger and storage space as Yukon. Occupies roughly same garage space. Acadia ride more comfortable. Similar turning radius. More visible plastic on interior, particularly dashboard and doors. Unlike Yukon, Acadia's 3rd row seats fold flat. Would recommend to others with children looking for family vehicle but interested in SUV rather than minivan.

Favorite Features

Flat folding 3rd row seats. Numerous drink and cup holders. Color options.

Suggested Improvements

Higher quality interior finishing touches, less plastic. Given targeted buyers, electronic tailgate open-close should be standard feature rather than option. Yukon had driver seat position memory feature (one for mom and another for dad) -- not included with Acadia.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Best thing about it.. its not a minivan

Written by: hya on 09/27/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I live in Canada, and have 3 very active boys who all play hockey. So l bought this SUV for all of us to travel around from arena to arena lugging around hockey equipment. Was pleasently suprised on the ride and the preformance. The interior has too much cheap looking plastic for my liking, but since it is getting alot of abuse, it seems to hold up to it. Gets decent gas milage for a vehicle its size. Had a issue with the defrost when l first purchased it. Dealer had to change whole venting system, but other than that, nothing. Tires are very hard to find for it.

Favorite Features

Its not a minivan!! Loads of room.. l'm 6'3" my middle son who is 11 is already close to 6' we have tons of leg room

Suggested Improvements

Have rear windows open to get better air circulation. Almost did not buy it because of that. Use a more common tire size. Had a tire separate after hitting large pot hole. It took the dealer 2 weeks to find one.

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Best SUV Ever?

Written by: DrumDawg on 09/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This may be the best SUV ever. It is a large vehicle so it feels safe. Get's good gas mileage yet has loads of power. The inside feels like a honda odessey except it has more style and loads much more upscale. This vehicle is great for a man or woman and really is a step up from a car or mini van. This is the best SUV yet!

Favorite Features

Styling

Suggested Improvements

Should come with napkins to catch the drool from your neighbors.

0 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Beware of Estimated MPG's

Written by: BRBall on 09/09/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLT-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

All around I love my new Acadia. But beware of the sticker estimated MPG's. The sticker says 17cty/24hwy, my actual so far has been 13cty/17hwy. If I had known this before my decision may have changed on buying an Acadia. All but the poor MPG's I love my new Acadia.

Favorite Features

Power, Interior, Styling, Interior Room

Suggested Improvements

Better Miles Per Gallon

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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great crossover

Written by: rkt on 08/30/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I believe this GMC is probably the best, quietest, smooth riding vehicle I have ever owned. Great looks, good performance, great quality built, all round great car.

Favorite Features

Back up video, beeper. Great for parking, leaving parking places. Bluetooth tele system.

Suggested Improvements

Fancier wheels.

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MPG not as advertised

Written by: phil on 08/26/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The Acadia is fun to drive and comfortable on 3 long trips we have made. It has lots of room for about anything, but the mpg we are getting is not even close to the advertised mpg. Made a trip to Canada and pulled my small aluminum boat and got only 12.25 mpg on 2500 miles. my overall mpg is now averaging 15.50. I only get 17 on the interstate with normal 65-70 speed. GM customer service did not seem to care what mpg we got, so just pushed me off and said sorry.

Favorite Features

comfort and styling

Suggested Improvements

correct mpg advertising, I bought it based on the advertised mpg, if vehicle not living up to mpg, do something to comfort customer.

13 out 13 people found this review helpful

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Buying American

Written by: Peg Cathcart on 08/24/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have driven Japanese for years, but decided to give GMC a try, first with a 2005 Sierra Truck and now with the 2009 Acadia. I have never been happier. My 2009 GMC AWD Acadia SLE is fully stocked, including dual sunroof, LCD screen, folding sideview mirrors, back up camera, heated seats, Bose sound system, tri-coat platinum finish, luxury leather interior, bluetooth technology, remote start, and more. My Acadia is a beauty. We average 6'3 in my family. Amazingly everyone is comfortable - even on cross county trips. The Acadia is easy to maneuver, accelerates with easy, gives a quiet ride and epitomizes the best in luxury and savings.

Favorite Features

Dual sunroof, folding sideviews, quick/easy conversion from seating to storage, heated seats, sound system, wireless headsets allowing use of audio system at the same time, leg room, quick acceleration for merging and power for uphill travel. I could say more. Just "check it out for yourself".

Suggested Improvements

None for the price.

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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FX-35 to Acadia

Written by: McClenna on 08/19/2009

Vehicle

2009 GMC Acadia SLT-2 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

After driving an fx-35 for four years, it was time for more room, but didn't want to give up the fun ride! Gmc has a winner with this one. Great spacing. Love the seating arrangement, sound system and blue tooth. Much quieter than the fx and smoother. Gas mileage is still in question, but so far am loving this crossover!

Favorite Features

Seating arrangement,Blue tooth,sound system, ride,sunroof,onstar,storage

Suggested Improvements

Higher end finish on dashboard and doors.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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