GMC Acadia
Overall Score - 8.6 (Very Good)
The all-new Acadia delivers class-leading seating capacity, cargo space and ride quality, although it's not as powerful as some may expect. If you're in the market for an affordable midsize SUV, you should also consider the Nissan Murano and Honda Pilot.
Built on the same platform as the Buick Enclave and Saturn Outlook, the 2007 GMC Acadia earns praise for what Edmunds calls a "compelling combination of functionality, luxury and value." New for 2007, GMC's first crossover vehicle features three rows of usable seats, competitive cargo capacity and practical all-wheel drive. USA TODAY claims that "if you use a big SUV as nearly everybody does -- as a minivan substitute that's good in foul weather, carries lots of people, tackles shopping, commuting and other errands without a whimper -- Acadia and its ilk are for you." Car and Driver road testers forecast that "GMC's first not-quite-a-truck is going to be a winner." The all-new Acadia has been named a "Best Buy" by Consumer Guide and a "Best Crossover Utility" by Motor Week.
The majority of reviewers see the 2007 GMC Acadia as a good value. New Car Test Drive says, "It is no small trick to combine functionality, polish and a good load of safety equipment at a reasonable starting price. But that's precisely what GM has done with the all-new GMC Acadia." Kelley Blue Book reports, "Though higher priced than its competitors, the Acadia is expected to have excellent resale value, retaining 51 percent of its value after 36 months compared to the Honda Pilot's already-impressive 46 percent." IntelliChoice, on the other hand, gives the base model a value rating of "worse than average" for its predicted five-year total cost of ownership, compared with other vehicles in its class.
Acadia Performance - 8.2 (Very Good)
Road testers approve of the Acadia's predictable handling and useful all-wheel drive, but also describe occasionally lagging engine power and towing capacity. But that's not enough to dissuade Auto Week reviewers from recommending the Acadia. They found "the engine seemed potent enough to haul this thing around without too much complaining." continue
Acadia Exterior - 9.0 (Excellent)
The Acadia is generally considered a very good-looking SUV. "GMC smartly avoids the excessive body cladding that plagued some of General Motors' previous SUVs. The result is a handsome package that looks masculine and upscale," according to Kelley Blue Book. continue
Acadia Interior - 8.7 (Very Good)
The 2007 GMC Acadia receives high praise for its seven-seat (eight-seat-optional) interior, which combines "good looks, versatility, and a bit of luxury," according to Motor Trend. continue
Acadia Safety - 9.3 (Excellent)
The 2007 GMC Acadia earned excellent ratings in government crash tests, and comes with a comprehensive set of six standard air bags. It also features standard electronic stability control and alluring safety options such as a heads-up display and a backup camera. continue
Acadia Reliability - 6.0 (Mediocre)
The 2007 GMC Acadia reliability score shown is the Predicted Reliability rating provided by J.D. Power and Associates. This score is based on trending the past three years of historical initial quality and dependability data from J.D. Power's automotive studies, specifically the Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS) and the Initial Quality Study (IQS). The Acadia comes with GM's three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty. continue
