2012 GMC Acadia

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$32,685 - $46,660
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Fuel Economy: 16/23 mpg

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2012 GMC Acadia Trims	MSRP	Fuel	Engine
FWD 4dr SL	$32,685	17 / 24 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
AWD 4dr SL	$34,685	16 / 23 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
FWD 4dr SLE	$35,160	17 / 24 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
AWD 4dr SLE	$37,160	16 / 23 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
FWD 4dr SLT1	$38,910	17 / 24 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
FWD 4dr SLT2	$39,815	17 / 24 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
AWD 4dr SLT1	$40,910	16 / 23 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
AWD 4dr SLT2	$41,815	16 / 23 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
FWD 4dr Denali	$44,660	17 / 24 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220
AWD 4dr Denali	$46,660	16 / 23 mpg	Gas V6 3.6L/220

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The 2012 Acadia is available in three trims: the base SL, the mid-range SLE, the uplevel SLT and the luxury Denali. Each is available with either front- or all-wheel drive. ...more

All trims are powered by a 3.6L V6 engine with direct fuel injection, which delivers 288 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque at 3400 rpm. A 6-speed automatic transmission is the only transmission available.

The Acadia comes with variable-effort rack-and-pinion steering and a low center of mass for stable cornering. The 4-wheel independent suspension allows for a compliant ride and a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,200 pounds, comparable to some truck-based mid-size SUVs.

Safety was given priority in the Acadia's engineering and feature list. Stabilitrak electronic stability control with rollover mitigation technology, is standard, as is anti-lock brakes, panic brake assist and six airbags, including head-curtain side bags that cover all three rows of seating.

An extremely roomy interior is one of the Acadia's strengths. The three rows provide seating for up to seven or eight, depending on whether buyers opt for captain's chairs or 60/40-split bench seat for the second row. The bench slides fore and aft for easier access to the third row or added seating space. There are plenty of bins and cubbies all around, as well as ten cup holders.

The Acadia's look is quite different between trims, thanks to a wide range of wheel offerings. SL models get 18-inch wheels, the SLE upgrades to 18-inch machined aluminum wheels, SLT trims receive 19-inch machined aluminum wheels. Denali trims come with chrome 20-inch wheels. Denalis also get trim-specific fender flares, rocker moldings, sill plates plus a special grille.

The base SL models are well-appointed and include keyless entry, cruise control, front and rear air conditioning and MP3-compatible CD audio. The SLE trim adds an upgraded 6-speaker stereo, power-adjustable front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and a rearview camera system. The SLT trim adds climate control, 3-zone air conditioning, premium Bose sound system, auto-dimming rearview mirror, power-adjustable and heated side mirrors and a power liftgate. The top-of-the-line Denali adds a heavy-duty cooling system and trailering equipment, dual panoramic sunroofs, quiet sound insulation, heads-up display and automatic up/down power windows.

Noteworthy options include a DVD entertainment system, leather upholstery and a navigation system.

2012 GMC Acadia Model Changes

For 2012, fog lamps are standard, even on the base model. Otherwise, the Acadia is back, largely unchanged.

2012 GMC Acadia Value

Style meets practicality with the GMC Acadia, which is closely related to the Buick Enclave and Chevy Traverse. At 205 inches long, the Acadia is larger than many crossover rivals, like the Ford Edge or Toyota Highlander.

The 2012 GMC Acadia has a smooth eye-catching exterior, highlighted by the big twin-port, chrome-rimmed front grille and projector-beam headlights -- a look intended to fit into the new corporate look of GM.

The Acadia is once again a Top Safety Pick from The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and it once again receives ?excellent' ratings in federal government crash tests. MSRP starts at just under $33,000. Mileage performance is 17 mpg city and 24 mpg highway with the front-wheel drivetrain and 16 mpg city/23 mpg highway in all-wheel drive form.

2012 GMC Acadia Strengths

A multi-passenger vehicle with soft, car-like styling; roomy interior; comfortable ride; fuel efficiency; top safety ratings Hide

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2012 GMC Acadia

$32,685 - $46,660

Select a Trim below for more detailed vehicle information

FWD 4dr SL

AWD 4dr SL

FWD 4dr SLE

AWD 4dr SLE

FWD 4dr SLT1

FWD 4dr SLT2

AWD 4dr SLT1

AWD 4dr SLT2

FWD 4dr Denali

AWD 4dr Denali

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