2010 GMC Acadia

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Performance - What the Auto Press Says

The 2010 Acadia offers predictable handling and useful all-wheel drive, but its lagging engine power and towing capacity fall below expectations for a GMC vehicle.

• "If you absolutely, positively need towing prowess or off-road capabilities, you're still likely to favor GM's Chevrolet Tahoe and GMC Yukon, full-size, truck-based SUVs." -- USA Today
• "While the 2008 GMC Acadia doesn't fall anywhere near the fun-to-drive camp, it's easy and pleasant to drive, especially considering the vehicle's size and 4,700-pound curb weight." -- Edmunds
• "Shoppers should get to know GMC for its first crossover SUV, the Acadia. It looks great, is a surprisingly competent handler, despite its weight, and can carry up to eight people comfortably." -- MSN

Acceleration and Power

The Acadia comes with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 288 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. While some test drivers say it lacks power, no one is disputing the engine's good fuel economy. According to the EPA, the FWD Acadia achieves 17/24 mpg city/highway, while the AWD model achieves 16/23 mpg.

• "The Acadia offers better than expected acceleration both around town and on the highway, but front-drive models are slightly quicker from a stop. The transmission shifts smoothly but is often caught in too high a gear. A prod of the throttle sometimes results in slow downshifts for passing power." -- Consumer Guide
• "The 5 percent increase in horsepower over last year's model is due to the addition of direct-injection technology that improves power and reduces cold-start emissions by up to 25 percent." -- Cars.com
• "The Acadia's V6 won't blow you away with its power, but peak torque comes on early and the vehicle moves with decent authority." -- Edmunds

Handling and Braking

The Acadia is well regarded for its car-like handling and capable all-wheel drive system, which makes it ideal for inclement weather.

• "With the standard 18-inch tires, Acadia is comfortably composed and controlled. The optional 19s made the ride noticeably stiffer, though not unbearably so." -- Consumer Guide
• "Thanks to unit-body construction and street-focused suspension, the 2008 GMC Acadia drives more like a car than an SUV. Handling is good with precise steering response, controlled body lean and plenty of traction during cornering." -- Kelley Blue Book
• "Though GMC has built its image around tough trucks, the all-wheel-drive Acadia is geared more for foul-weather driving than boulder-bashing. The AWD system is active and requires no driver intervention." -- Edmunds