Just bought a 2017 GMC Acadia Denali. Nice appearance, overall. My suggestions for improvements: Directional signals should be included in the exterior mirrors; competitive vehicles have them, as well as much less expensive vehicles. Larger seats with more adjustments--Toyota Highlander and Kia Sorento have an adjustment that enhances thigh support. CD player should be included as in the Highlander and Sorento. More speeds for the transmission.
Bought mine this past April. Not sure how I did it but I got 25% off MSRP ($12,200) on a nicely optioned Denali. So far amamazed at the real world fuel mileage I'm getting. I only have 2850 miles on it after 5 months (it's my wife's car who is retired, I drive a 2017 Volt as my DD) but we make a 60 mile trip to STL IAP twice a month and I have filled the tank and ZEROED Trip A and on those trips the Acadia is returning 30+ mpg on the highway. We traded a 2016 4 cal Equinox and love the added size, comfort, safety features and the 3 row is just the thing for new grandparents and all the gear that comes with that. USAF Retired
That's great to hear! EPA estimates are more for comparison between models; I like hearing real-world experiences such as yours to get "the ground truth."
Last week we leased an Acadia Denali and Alex mentioned something we experienced. GMC gave us a better deal then Ford. We would have paid the same money for a Ford Explorer XLT with leather seats that we paid for the Acadia Denali.
I just drove the new Traverse, it was a lot bigger than I really need so will go check out this Acadia. The third row is an occasional use item for us, will usually just be folded flat. I also like the Mazda CX-9 a lot. The interior styling, particularly, seems a class above its price. The Chevy felt like the opposite. The one I drove cost around $40k and didn't seem to have much tonerite home about inside. The cloth seats were just ok. You mentioned the Cx-9 in passing in the review but didn't include it in the comparison at the end. How do you think it stacks up? The Chevy seemed very quiet and smooth, but there was an odd (and very annoying) booming sound or resonance when the tires hit bumps in the road. I was only on a 4 mile test drive and it was already bothersome. That alone made me walk away from considering it.
The 3rd row has pretty good vertical leg room though because unlike many 3-row it sits higher off the floor. Alex thx for covering the combined leg room but would you please also consider start measuring how high does the 3rd row sit off the floor? Thanks.
Cross shopping this Acadia Denali & the Explorer Platinum. Interestingly the Acadia is much more refined if not as powerful. The fact it is a lot more efficient is nice as well, and unlike the Ford, GMC doesn't charge extra for 6 seater captain chairs.
Great car reviews Alex! I am a new fan. One thing to keep in mind regarding the MDX is the ridiculous infotainment system and the outdated navigation map. It is the main reason I will not buy another Acura (currently have a 2013 RDX which has more buttons/knobs). BTW, I test drove the Acadia Denali yesterday and liked it very much. Averaged just over 22 mpg over ~30 miles of mostly highway (but not all). I have yet to try the Sorento but have heard great things.
Alex, Can you please give more details of the AWD system in Denali....especially about the rear differential. You mention Denali doesn't have torque vectoring like SH-AWD and All Terrain trim. Did GM give more information about it's rear differential : is it LSD, electronically controlled LSD etc ? How much torque can it send maximum to rear differential and how much to each rear wheel? It would be nice if you could point to any online resource from GM which has all this details, if you know of any. Thanks for the review.
Finally! Pretty good review. I'll take the looks of the Acadia over just about anything in this segment, definitely more masculine or "butch." The Acadia Denali is also very lease friendly as along with it's good discounts, its resale remains very high.
Needs magnetic ride on the Denali trim as standard equipment. Also a ZF 8 speed auto across the V6 line. The fuel economy is somewhat lacking, considering how good CUV's are getting these days !
ZF 8 speed is for RWD vehicles. GM and Ford have a 9 speed for FWD vehicles and it likely will end up in the Acadia. No more than 1-2 mpg separates V6 powered 3 row CUVs in this segment. And some models like the MDX take premium which erases any gains it has in mpgs.
An additional observation: DO NOT open a rear side window while at cruising speed. The turbulence, the air pressure sensation in the cabin, and very loud vibration are terrifying!
it still has a better interior than most of Lincolns SUV line up and matches a lot of Acura's line up. it seems like a good jeep grand Cherokee competitor which also punches above its weight when it comes to interior and Luxury.
@@shethjones4494 It becomes a Bang For the Buck proposition at that point. Some people will want the MKX even at the higher price, and others are just fine with an Acadia Denali.
1) The new front grille of the Acura MDX and upcoming TLX are horrendous, make them look like old Korean cars. 2) Would you pick the new Mazda CX-9 over this Arcadia Denali?
I just said not everyone wants one and moonroofs are still optional on many vehicles, even on top trims at times. This certainly isn't anything new on GM models, they never make a moonroof standard.
First 4G LTE now XM Radio? Do you even know what you're talking about? FYI...It is the satellite radio antenna which is what I said initially. My point was that most every current midsized SUV and larger, uses a shark fin style radio antenna. The Acadia's radio antenna looks outdated.
J High you initially said that was a conventional radio antenna. it's not. I am just saying the antenna gets the lte signal. if that is reason enough to avoid it so be it
I'm glad I got to see this review. I don't necessarily need or want something as big as the original Acadia/Enclave, but I do want a V-6 with a "real" transmission. The Nissan Pathfinder is nice, but the idea of towing with that CVT still gives me the heebie jeebies. Since I am usually going to be the sole passenger, I don't want something huge, but it should be capable of towing a small trailer. An Acadia Denali or SLT-2 may be just what I need.
Update: my favorite YT auto mechanic, Car Wizard, recommends to stay away from any GM product with that V-6 (Acadia, Buick Enclave, Chevy Traverse). That engine is notorious for timing chain problems, and they also suffer fro transmission, electrical, and steering woes. He said in another related video that a used Acadia/Enclave/Traverse might cost less than, say, a Toyota Highlander, but any savings will be offset by major engine repairs or replacement. Go to the 13:25 mark in this video: th-cam.com/video/g5KxRIqDcds/w-d-xo.html
it's hard to tell much from msrp these days due to leading and incentives. major issues with Acadia are that too many features are limited to Denali trim and interior plastics below the upper dash level. I presume 6 speed will be replaced with 9 speed for 2018 just like on buick lacrosse.
When we say "reliability" as a "pro" for the Honda Pilot, are we talking perceived reliability? Or is there some sort of reliability issue with GM's relatively new powertrain that Honda's equally new powertrain doesn't have?
Useful review as always. I narrowed it down between this and the 17 Pilot Elite. The Pilot matched it for speed, and features. Lost a bit on handling from being larger, but made up for it with much better storage space and the TV screen for my kids. To get the collision avoidance was 53k for the GMC vs 48k for the Honda. Since GMC had a 5000 discount and they discounted my Pilot by about 2500, I went with the Honda. I think this is a really nice car, but they were a bit optimistic with pricing. I also thought that acceleration would be better if it had a more contemporary transmission, which I assume is coming in the next year or so.
So. 53k for GMC ( - 5000$ discounts) or 48k for Pilot (- 2500$ discounts) . REALLY ? !!! How about 40k for nissan Armada/Patrol SV or 44k for SL trim or 48k for platinum. Who will take Acadia or Pilot if you can take new Armada for the same money? And please don't tell me about quality or MPG . Ask yourself do you want v8 or v6, do you want off road capable or not, do you want Japan built( same Infinity factory) or not.
Taras Nagurskyy The right car for someone but not for my. really bad mpg, and no more room inside and fewer amenities that are useful for my family. I also have no need to tow. Is that for the old model btw?
David Street you do not have to spend 53k to get auto braking or lane keep assist or adaptive cruise. not true at all unless you are talking Canadian prices
for new 2017 models. why so low price? I don't know. but Nissan got crazy for discounts. Prices I gave are with discounts and its real .about MPG I agree with u but at the same time u should agree that Acadia and Pilot are not the fuel savers too. about "fewer amenities " I am not sure. did u checked standard equipment for SL or Platinum trim? they pretty long, even base SV trim with navigation and heated seats. U said "and no more room inside" - yes but at the same time no less!. U don't need to tow today but how about tomorrow
Is the trunk comfort index for the high school kids? I remember cramming 8 people into my honda civic dx hathback so we don''t have to pay for more parking than we have to going to Great America.
Hey Alex, nice review, I cross shopped the acadia denali and the infiniti qx60, I watched the qx60 review you did earlier. I went for the qx60 because it certainly felt more refined than the acadia denali and the msrp was similar (55k vs 59k loaded). With the same price, I felt the qx60 was a better value. The third row is much more usable in the qx60 as well.
The temperature is 20 degrees F, you are driving 50 mph on dry payment, suddenly there is a 50 foot patch of ice. Then there is bare pavement again for another 50 feet and then another patch of ice for 150 feet. What does your car do; how does the car respond? Does the AWD keep things going straight?
Not much AWD can do against the laws of physics, and you've failed to properly predict and look ahead at your driving path if 50+ ft patches of ice manage to suddenly sneak up on you.
I have seen plenty of AWD vehicles wind up in ditches on icy, snowy days. It's not the AWD, but the snow tires and traction chains that make the biggest difference. AWD plus traction devices is even better.
That might be, but a Murano is rated to tow only 1,000 pounds. I can live with bad wood trim in exchange for the 4,000-pound tow rating of the Denali and SLT-2 with the trailering package. But as the saying goes, to each his own.
Not a bad SUV, the design is much more improved both inside and out compared to previous-gen model (which looked extremely bland). Shame that it still has 6-speed transmission, the new 8-speed (which GM already put into many current models) would've improved fuel economy and made shifting more smoother.
GM is probably going to put the 9-speed in the 2018 Acadia since it shares the same powertrain as the Traverse, which is going to come with the 9-speed.
Making the ratings relative only to same-class vehicles makes it impossible to compare vehicles between classes. A Denali might be an alternative to a Luxury brand, but we can't tell with this system.
A base model Tahoe or Yukon with cloth seats and essentially no features, sure. And if you pay MSRP for ANY new car, I'm sorry, you don't deserve a new car. Our local Buick/GMC dealer gives a ~$5000 discount up front before incentives and discussions, so you can get into a Denali in the lower-mid $40s.
I don't understand why GM would have TWO products stacked up against each other. Not necessarily against each other but fighting in the same segment with the same cars. The Traverse hits against the Pilot, Highlander, Explorer, and Pathfinder. But the Acadia goes head to head with the Pilot, Highlander, Explorer, Pathfinder, and the only other different competitor; the Grand Cherokee. The Grand Cherokee can get very expensive but the Acadia taps out only around 47k. Right around the highest MSRP of the other competitors. It seems smart for GM to try to have these two go in the midsize SUV segment to dominate but at the same time it seems redundant
Kyle Madrid first a of all the large gm crossovers really have no direct competition because they are larger than anything else out there. secondly the explorer has highest loaded price of nonluxury cuvs at 55 K.
Well that first opening sentence kind of negates the whole purpose of why I'm here. They're three-row mid size crossover SUV's. The Jeep can actually top all of them at around $60k and it can be classified as a non luxury SUV considering it wants to be competitive with the Acadia..
I should have limited my comment to FWD based CUVs, but you are right the JGC can get pricey but it's only a 5 seater and of course it offers a powerful V8 which competitors lack. But the large GM CUVs are really in a class of their own in terms of size and space behind the third row.
This is exactly the problem they are trying to solve by realigning the models. The Traverse will grow some, while the Acadia has shrunken. The Traverse is now the go-to model for large families who need a large third row that will be used often, want more car-like dynamics/affordability/fuel economy than in a Suburban, and don't want a minivan. I'd consider it more of a full-size crossover, while the Acadia, Pilot, Explorer, Pathfinder, Highlander, Santa Fe, etc. are more mid-size. Put another way, if I'm shopping the above vehicles, and I check out the Traverse, the Traverse immediately jumps to the top or the bottom of my list based on the dramatically longer length -- these vehicles, while similar in some respects, are not direct competitors. The Acadia competes more directly with the above vehicles, and especially with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, as a quasi-luxury model in higher trims. It will be preferred by people a little further along in their careers, with a little more money in the bank, a lot less car seats to install, and who want the option of a third row to cart around some teenager's friends from time to time, but will not use it on a regular basis.
yes I think what they are doing makes sense. Having the Enclave and Acadia be in the same showroom and offering the exact same size was sort of silly. Enclave will stay huge, while Acadia is more like the Explorer. While many liked the size of the last gen GM SUVs, they were too large for some people. I remember reading that one complaint of previous Acadia owners was inability to fit it in some garages.
Alex, the wood trim is real, not a plastic-based faux... www.gmc.com/suvs/acadia-denali-mid-size-luxury-suv.html Other than that, great review as always.
review mostly on point but MDX and Acadia Denali don't really compete - they have completely different STYLE even if in substance there is little difference.
I'm just not a fan of GM interiors. I think this car looks really inexpensive with the wood/plastic interior, and the fit/finish just doesn't compare to the competition.
He said $56k, but if you price it yourself you will see the only way you can get there is by adding a $2k rear DVD system and special optional 20" wheels that are around $1800. Two very overpriced options that no one will buy. And $56k is about where explorer tops out so unfortunately this isn't charting new territory. You can bet Enclave will be even more. Also consider the Xt5 which is slightly smaller gets close to $70k.
superwangwei3630 everyone has an opinion. Not the same as fact. the rx350 for example has far less cargo space and looks horrible so for me it's hardly a much better option..
Worst design ever, why spend 57g for something that looks like a Durango.. Just go buy a Durango for 1/2 the price. You'll get the same style. GMC did good til 2016 model
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Just bought a 2017 GMC Acadia Denali. Nice appearance, overall. My suggestions for improvements: Directional signals should be included in the exterior mirrors; competitive vehicles have them, as well as much less expensive vehicles. Larger seats with more adjustments--Toyota Highlander and Kia Sorento have an adjustment that enhances thigh support. CD player should be included as in the Highlander and Sorento. More speeds for the transmission.
Marshall Gelbert agreed across the board.
Marshall Gelbert you don't have any suggestions for that shit plastic cartoon looking interior?!
When you said DETAILED, you really meant it! Great review, thank you!
Bought mine this past April. Not sure how I did it but I got 25% off MSRP ($12,200) on a nicely optioned Denali. So far amamazed at the real world fuel mileage I'm getting. I only have 2850 miles on it after 5 months (it's my wife's car who is retired, I drive a 2017 Volt as my DD) but we make a 60 mile trip to STL IAP twice a month and I have filled the tank and ZEROED Trip A and on those trips the Acadia is returning 30+ mpg on the highway. We traded a 2016 4 cal Equinox and love the added size, comfort, safety features and the 3 row is just the thing for new grandparents and all the gear that comes with that. USAF Retired
That's great to hear! EPA estimates are more for comparison between models; I like hearing real-world experiences such as yours to get "the ground truth."
Last week we leased an Acadia Denali and Alex mentioned something we experienced. GMC gave us a better deal then Ford. We would have paid the same money for a Ford Explorer XLT with leather seats that we paid for the Acadia Denali.
this car must be a beast with The 3.6L and that weight reduction
Just bought an Acadia Denali. Absolutely loving it. The interior is actually quite nice in person, but looks very plasticy in videos.
I just drove the new Traverse, it was a lot bigger than I really need so will go check out this Acadia. The third row is an occasional use item for us, will usually just be folded flat.
I also like the Mazda CX-9 a lot. The interior styling, particularly, seems a class above its price. The Chevy felt like the opposite. The one I drove cost around $40k and didn't seem to have much tonerite home about inside. The cloth seats were just ok. You mentioned the Cx-9 in passing in the review but didn't include it in the comparison at the end. How do you think it stacks up?
The Chevy seemed very quiet and smooth, but there was an odd (and very annoying) booming sound or resonance when the tires hit bumps in the road. I was only on a 4 mile test drive and it was already bothersome. That alone made me walk away from considering it.
The 3rd row has pretty good vertical leg room though because unlike many 3-row it sits higher off the floor. Alex thx for covering the combined leg room but would you please also consider start measuring how high does the 3rd row sit off the floor? Thanks.
Cross shopping this Acadia Denali & the Explorer Platinum. Interestingly the Acadia is much more refined if not as powerful. The fact it is a lot more efficient is nice as well, and unlike the Ford, GMC doesn't charge extra for 6 seater captain chairs.
I haven't even watched the video yet, but I believe in Alex,so I pressed like.
gary zhao Damn straight dude!!!
He tests cars properly; I don't live in the US and watch his videos :) - Not boring, but not stupid either... Thanks Alex!
It looks very stylish. Wish base models came with a key instead of a push button start. Looks good over all.
According to the GMC website, the Acadia Denali has real wood veneer trim. Not fake wood laminate as stated in the video.
Great car reviews Alex! I am a new fan. One thing to keep in mind regarding the MDX is the ridiculous infotainment system and the outdated navigation map. It is the main reason I will not buy another Acura (currently have a 2013 RDX which has more buttons/knobs). BTW, I test drove the Acadia Denali yesterday and liked it very much. Averaged just over 22 mpg over ~30 miles of mostly highway (but not all). I have yet to try the Sorento but have heard great things.
How did you get 0-60 in 6.8? Edmunds said 6.3, and CarandDriver says 6.1.
You really need to revisit the Sorento 3rd row when you every time say its smaller. It is actually the same size as the Santa Fe
akshayd82 there's many things Alex is wrong about. Typical of his reviews.
Alex,
Can you please give more details of the AWD system in Denali....especially about the rear differential. You mention Denali doesn't have torque vectoring like SH-AWD and All Terrain trim. Did GM give more information about it's rear differential : is it LSD, electronically controlled LSD etc ? How much torque can it send maximum to rear differential and how much to each rear wheel? It would be nice if you could point to any online resource from GM which has all this details, if you know of any.
Thanks for the review.
It would have been helpful to show the rear cargo area with the third row of seats folded flat.
Incredibly thorough review 👏
Alex, would like to get your thoughts on the Acadia All-Terrain vs a Jeep Gran Cherokee Limited? Mostly for on-road use, and winter driving
Just test drove it yesterday, wow its ride is really on the firm side, even on the non-denali trim.
Hi Alex, will you be doing a video on the 2018 Terrain? If so, I'm looking forward to the review. All the best!
Finally! Pretty good review. I'll take the looks of the Acadia over just about anything in this segment, definitely more masculine or "butch." The Acadia Denali is also very lease friendly as along with it's good discounts, its resale remains very high.
Needs magnetic ride on the Denali trim as standard equipment. Also a ZF 8 speed auto across the V6 line. The fuel economy is somewhat lacking, considering how good CUV's are getting these days !
ZF 8 speed is for RWD vehicles. GM and Ford have a 9 speed for FWD vehicles and it likely will end up in the Acadia. No more than 1-2 mpg separates V6 powered 3 row CUVs in this segment. And some models like the MDX take premium which erases any gains it has in mpgs.
Honda hasn't used an 8-Speed even once ..
inland85 I assume you are talking about the zf 9 speed Honda uses
inland85 pilot is 6 or 9-speed on higher trims.
There is more to life that MPG. I miss the heads up display. Just bought a 2013 Denali. It needs a V8 like the Envoy Denali had up to 2009.
An additional observation: DO NOT open a rear side window while at cruising speed. The turbulence, the air pressure sensation in the cabin, and very loud vibration are terrifying!
it still has a better interior than most of Lincolns SUV line up and matches a lot of Acura's line up. it seems like a good jeep grand Cherokee competitor which also punches above its weight when it comes to interior and Luxury.
MKX interior is definitely better than this. But MKX also tops out near $70k.
@@shethjones4494 It becomes a Bang For the Buck proposition at that point. Some people will want the MKX even at the higher price, and others are just fine with an Acadia Denali.
Is there a review coming up for the traverse?
Review the 2018 traverse
Great Review Alex, do they use the same platform? That physical/tft gauges are the perfect mix, better than audi's.
1) The new front grille of the Acura MDX and upcoming TLX are horrendous, make them look like old Korean cars.
2) Would you pick the new Mazda CX-9 over this Arcadia Denali?
wait wait wait, this is a brand new model in 2017 and it has a six speed auto? Wow
Why is gm eliminating adjustable front seat belts? I've seen this now in a few of their new models. This could be a deal killer for us.
Alex, I see a problem with longer rides in 3rd row. The seat is low to the floor and your knees are high. This can't be comfortable on longer trips.
That might be one of those third rows that are meant more for children than adults (or a mother-in-law you don't like).
Wait wait waitttt... So the Denali doesn't come standard with a moonroof???
GM pulling a Porsche on us
snazari1994 this is not uncommon at all. not everyone wants one
Sheth Jones unless it's a hardcore sports car and rigidity is important people care
I just said not everyone wants one and moonroofs are still optional on many vehicles, even on top trims at times. This certainly isn't anything new on GM models, they never make a moonroof standard.
I sell GM cars you would be surprised how many people don't want a sunroof but want everything else.
Yes he denali comes standard with a sun roof......a moon roof is like a sun roof but with a metal top instead of glass
Good to see GMC is still sticking with the same 2010 roof radio antenna.
that's attnena for 4G LTE, not radio.
Sheth Jones
The Yukon has a shark fin antenna so there's no reason the Acadia shouldn't have one also.
J High shark fin is xm radio
First 4G LTE now XM Radio? Do you even know what you're talking about? FYI...It is the satellite radio antenna which is what I said initially. My point was that most every current midsized SUV and larger, uses a shark fin style radio antenna. The Acadia's radio antenna looks outdated.
J High you initially said that was a conventional radio antenna. it's not. I am just saying the antenna gets the lte signal. if that is reason enough to avoid it so be it
I'm glad I got to see this review. I don't necessarily need or want something as big as the original Acadia/Enclave, but I do want a V-6 with a "real" transmission. The Nissan Pathfinder is nice, but the idea of towing with that CVT still gives me the heebie jeebies. Since I am usually going to be the sole passenger, I don't want something huge, but it should be capable of towing a small trailer. An Acadia Denali or SLT-2 may be just what I need.
Update: my favorite YT auto mechanic, Car Wizard, recommends to stay away from any GM product with that V-6 (Acadia, Buick Enclave, Chevy Traverse). That engine is notorious for timing chain problems, and they also suffer fro transmission, electrical, and steering woes. He said in another related video that a used Acadia/Enclave/Traverse might cost less than, say, a Toyota Highlander, but any savings will be offset by major engine repairs or replacement. Go to the 13:25 mark in this video: th-cam.com/video/g5KxRIqDcds/w-d-xo.html
it's hard to tell much from msrp these days due to leading and incentives. major issues with Acadia are that too many features are limited to Denali trim and interior plastics below the upper dash level. I presume 6 speed will be replaced with 9 speed for 2018 just like on buick lacrosse.
Please if there is an review 2018 chevy traverse, thanks
When we say "reliability" as a "pro" for the Honda Pilot, are we talking perceived reliability? Or is there some sort of reliability issue with GM's relatively new powertrain that Honda's equally new powertrain doesn't have?
If anything, I hear that it's Honda that had the issues with their high-tech transsmissions, and still having them.
Nice looking, sadly those fig lamp look exactly like a design from the Mazda's? They all will have some similarities?
I waiting for the 2018 model! The major bugs should be cleaned up in it and 9 spd transmission along with minor improvements add too!
I'm going to wait for the new traverse
Akhil Bolla yeah that's what I want
I think everyone wants it. I wish they would say something more than "summer" for the on sale date.
Akhil Bolla is that the one with the tacky pull buttons in the center dash for the transmission?
I know more from your information. I found it very helpful. Thanks
Merci. Beaucoup. Sef
Useful review as always. I narrowed it down between this and the 17 Pilot Elite. The Pilot matched it for speed, and features. Lost a bit on handling from being larger, but made up for it with much better storage space and the TV screen for my kids. To get the collision avoidance was 53k for the GMC vs 48k for the Honda. Since GMC had a 5000 discount and they discounted my Pilot by about 2500, I went with the Honda. I think this is a really nice car, but they were a bit optimistic with pricing. I also thought that acceleration would be better if it had a more contemporary transmission, which I assume is coming in the next year or so.
So. 53k for GMC ( - 5000$ discounts) or 48k for Pilot (- 2500$ discounts) . REALLY ? !!! How about 40k for nissan Armada/Patrol SV or 44k for SL trim or 48k for platinum. Who will take Acadia or Pilot if you can take new Armada for the same money? And please don't tell me about quality or MPG . Ask yourself do you want v8 or v6, do you want off road capable or not, do you want Japan built( same Infinity factory) or not.
Taras Nagurskyy The right car for someone but not for my. really bad mpg, and no more room inside and fewer amenities that are useful for my family. I also have no need to tow. Is that for the old model btw?
David Street you do not have to spend 53k to get auto braking or lane keep assist or adaptive cruise. not true at all unless you are talking Canadian prices
Taras Nagurskyy pathfinder is dated and has cvt
for new 2017 models. why so low price? I don't know. but Nissan got crazy for discounts. Prices I gave are with discounts and its real .about MPG I agree with u but at the same time u should agree that Acadia and Pilot are not the fuel savers too. about "fewer amenities " I am not sure. did u checked standard equipment for SL or Platinum trim? they pretty long, even base SV trim with navigation and heated seats. U said "and no more room inside" - yes but at the same time no less!. U don't need to tow today but how about tomorrow
Hey Alex! Can you do any videos on the 2017 Passat or Jetta?
B- for the ride? All other reviews out there give it a SUPERB RATING for its smooth ride? Am I missing something or are you?
Why are all your videos highlighting only the top of the line versions? I can get that at the dealership. What about the mid-line veersions?
I really like your channel. Maybe you could review Subaru Forester or Outback?
Is the trunk comfort index for the high school kids? I remember cramming 8 people into my honda civic dx hathback so we don''t have to pay for more parking than we have to going to Great America.
Hey Alex, nice review, I cross shopped the acadia denali and the infiniti qx60, I watched the qx60 review you did earlier. I went for the qx60 because it certainly felt more refined than the acadia denali and the msrp was similar (55k vs 59k loaded). With the same price, I felt the qx60 was a better value. The third row is much more usable in the qx60 as well.
Very good information. I like it!😍
Odd I have read the wood trim is "real wood".
So it's a updated GMC Envoy...looks like my 2004 with updated styling
what is the GMC equinox called? I always mess up the names on these
LOL.... good one Blake...
Lmao Terrain
The temperature is 20 degrees F, you are driving 50 mph on dry payment, suddenly there is a 50 foot patch of ice. Then there is bare pavement again for another 50 feet and then another patch of ice for 150 feet. What does your car do; how does the car respond? Does the AWD keep things going straight?
Not much AWD can do against the laws of physics, and you've failed to properly predict and look ahead at your driving path if 50+ ft patches of ice manage to suddenly sneak up on you.
I have seen plenty of AWD vehicles wind up in ditches on icy, snowy days. It's not the AWD, but the snow tires and traction chains that make the biggest difference. AWD plus traction devices is even better.
the outside is nicer..but inside center stack is still ugly...the traverse actually looks nicer inside.
3:40
Alex not minding he just got slapped by the automated rear hatch.
can you do a video on jeep wrangler unlimited ?
This has easily the worst looking wood trim I've ever seen on a model. I've seen fake wood look much better. See Nissan Murano
That might be, but a Murano is rated to tow only 1,000 pounds. I can live with bad wood trim in exchange for the 4,000-pound tow rating of the Denali and SLT-2 with the trailering package. But as the saying goes, to each his own.
Not a bad SUV, the design is much more improved both inside and out compared to previous-gen model (which looked extremely bland). Shame that it still has 6-speed transmission, the new 8-speed (which GM already put into many current models) would've improved fuel economy and made shifting more smoother.
sdfasdfvccvvc 8 speed is an aisin trans, not a gm model
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GM is probably going to put the 9-speed in the 2018 Acadia since it shares the same powertrain as the Traverse, which is going to come with the 9-speed.
for reasons that I'm not clear on the Traverse actually has a different version of the V6, it has an older version with only 260lb-ft of torque.
I have this car! and I love it!
Making the ratings relative only to same-class vehicles makes it impossible to compare vehicles between classes. A Denali might be an alternative to a Luxury brand, but we can't tell with this system.
He did that with reviews of the Buick Enclave because they were more comparable in size to near-luxury and luxury SUVs.
Atlas soon ?
same engine as the caddy XT5
For 57,000 i might as well get Tahoe or Yukon!
A base model Tahoe or Yukon with cloth seats and essentially no features, sure. And if you pay MSRP for ANY new car, I'm sorry, you don't deserve a new car. Our local Buick/GMC dealer gives a ~$5000 discount up front before incentives and discussions, so you can get into a Denali in the lower-mid $40s.
@@OSTKCabal Also, you will be spending more on fuel with the larger vehicle. The diet the Acadia went on helps with handling and mileage.
I don't understand why GM would have TWO products stacked up against each other. Not necessarily against each other but fighting in the same segment with the same cars.
The Traverse hits against the Pilot, Highlander, Explorer, and Pathfinder. But the Acadia goes head to head with the Pilot, Highlander, Explorer, Pathfinder, and the only other different competitor; the Grand Cherokee.
The Grand Cherokee can get very expensive but the Acadia taps out only around 47k. Right around the highest MSRP of the other competitors. It seems smart for GM to try to have these two go in the midsize SUV segment to dominate but at the same time it seems redundant
Kyle Madrid first a
of all the large gm crossovers really have no direct competition because they are larger than anything else out there. secondly the explorer has highest loaded price of nonluxury cuvs at 55 K.
Well that first opening sentence kind of negates the whole purpose of why I'm here. They're three-row mid size crossover SUV's. The Jeep can actually top all of them at around $60k and it can be classified as a non luxury SUV considering it wants to be competitive with the Acadia..
I should have limited my comment to FWD based CUVs, but you are right the JGC can get pricey but it's only a 5 seater and of course it offers a powerful V8 which competitors lack. But the large GM CUVs are really in a class of their own in terms of size and space behind the third row.
This is exactly the problem they are trying to solve by realigning the models. The Traverse will grow some, while the Acadia has shrunken. The Traverse is now the go-to model for large families who need a large third row that will be used often, want more car-like dynamics/affordability/fuel economy than in a Suburban, and don't want a minivan. I'd consider it more of a full-size crossover, while the Acadia, Pilot, Explorer, Pathfinder, Highlander, Santa Fe, etc. are more mid-size. Put another way, if I'm shopping the above vehicles, and I check out the Traverse, the Traverse immediately jumps to the top or the bottom of my list based on the dramatically longer length -- these vehicles, while similar in some respects, are not direct competitors.
The Acadia competes more directly with the above vehicles, and especially with the Jeep Grand Cherokee, as a quasi-luxury model in higher trims. It will be preferred by people a little further along in their careers, with a little more money in the bank, a lot less car seats to install, and who want the option of a third row to cart around some teenager's friends from time to time, but will not use it on a regular basis.
yes I think what they are doing makes sense. Having the Enclave and Acadia be in the same showroom and offering the exact same size was sort of silly. Enclave will stay huge, while Acadia is more like the Explorer. While many liked the size of the last gen GM SUVs, they were too large for some people. I remember reading that one complaint of previous Acadia owners was inability to fit it in some garages.
another great review. I think it doesnt heart to add 1 or 2 more minutes to your videos but talk a little bit slower or pause more often.
You slow the playback speeds.
That the color I wanted
Alex, you mention the new Enclave...when will that be out?
0228mustang 2018 will be all new but no release date
Thanks
Alex, the wood trim is real, not a plastic-based faux... www.gmc.com/suvs/acadia-denali-mid-size-luxury-suv.html
Other than that, great review as always.
I saw that afterwards, my mistake. I do have to say however... It really did look fake LOL
others have noted the same thing.
Nicholas Williams the fact that you need a link to prove it's real wood just shows how bad the finish is. Real wood trim is generally vary obvious.
Who the heck would buy the 4cyl? That's gonna be slow
will you be reviewing hyundai ioniq i prefer your reviews
yes he obviously does the bmw i3 is a piece of crap if you compare it to a chevy bolt
I'll take the Acura MDX. better reliability and better styling as well as performance
Maddog8148 performance is about the same actually. mdx may handle a bit better due to sh awd but I doubt anyone would notice
The stupid infotainment system on the MDX is enough reason for me to take it off the list...and I have a 2013 Acura.
The old Traverse was one of the highest rated in CR rankings.
review mostly on point but MDX and Acadia Denali don't really compete - they have completely different STYLE even if in substance there is little difference.
Not a fan of the styling. Or the interior layout. I want the Honda Pilot much more over this.
Very good job 👍👏👌
These damn ads are out of hand Alex
Sadly there isn't much we can do about it
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Too much chrome
And the taillight look exactly like the pilot..
Not a bad looking vehicle tho
Mike C the tails look exactly like the Terrain. You're blind as heck if you think it has any resemblance to the Pilot.
There are 4 dislikes and I've no ideas why.
Amadou. Sara. Sall. Habite. Dakar. Sénégal. Merci. Sef
I'm just not a fan of GM interiors. I think this car looks really inexpensive with the wood/plastic interior, and the fit/finish just doesn't compare to the competition.
mikern10 X2!! For the money I'd take the MDX in a heartbeat.
Seems over priced for all that it's lacking. If you don't need 6 seats buy a vw touareg, much better built vehicle!
2017 Dodge Durango rt
I'm waiting on my car, please help me.
57K? Someone has to be so drunk to buy this.
where did you get that price?
Sheth Jones 17:40
He said $56k, but if you price it yourself you will see the only way you can get there is by adding a $2k rear DVD system and special optional 20" wheels that are around $1800. Two very overpriced options that no one will buy. And $56k is about where explorer tops out so unfortunately this isn't charting new territory. You can bet Enclave will be even more. Also consider the Xt5 which is slightly smaller gets close to $70k.
Sheth Jones sure but there are way better choices at every trim. Base highlander, loaded cx9 and pilot, at the higher end even rx350 and base LR4.
superwangwei3630 everyone has an opinion. Not the same as fact. the rx350 for example has far less cargo space and looks horrible so for me it's hardly a much better option..
at 12:00... XM is set to CNN. Does this mean we have to fact check everything you say now? Credibility alert...
Would only buy a GM or ford, I do not like Honda or Toyota over rated
ty im $0.02 richer
dodge durango
This is a NOPE on wheels
Worst design ever, why spend 57g for something that looks like a Durango.. Just go buy a Durango for 1/2 the price. You'll get the same style. GMC did good til 2016 model
this thing is ugly
the last one was better
Merci. Beaucoup. Sef