2020 GMC Acadia

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Key specs

Base trim shown

SUV: Body style
23: Combined MPG
7: Seating capacity
193.4” x 66.7”: Dimensions
Front-wheel drive: Drivetrain

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Overview

(75 reviews)

The good:

Interior quality of Denali
Quiet interior
Smooth ride
Cargo room behind second row
USB ports in all three rows

The bad:

Very limited cargo room behind third row
Third row sits too low
Third-row access
Smart Slide seat for rear access only on one side

SL
$29,800
SLE
$33,800
SLT
$39,700
AT4
$42,200
Denali
$46,300

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Our 2020 GMC Acadia trim comparison will help you decide.

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Updated styling, new AT4 version
Newly available turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder
Newly standard nine-speed automatic transmission
Mid-size SUV with seating for five, six or seven
V-6 power available
Front- or all-wheel drive

2020 GMC Acadia review: Our expert's take

What Is the 2020 GMC Acadia?

The GMC Acadia is a mid-size SUV that can seat up to seven. It runs on a standard 193-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that pairs with a nine-speed automatic transmission. A 310-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 is also available, along with a new 230-hp, turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder. Front- and all-wheel-drive versions are offered, and competitors include the Ford Edge, Honda Pilot and Nissan Murano.

What’s New on the 2020 GMC Acadia?

A new look for the front end includes standard LED lighting and a restyled grille and bumper. A new AT4 trim gets an off-road-oriented design with a black-chrome grille and 17-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. An available turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine joins the lineup, and all the Acadia’s available engines now work with a new nine-speed automatic transmission.

Other changes include a new center console with more storage, an electronic shifter, and an updated multimedia system with improved voice recognition, a higher-resolution 8-inch touchscreen and a simpler interface.

What Features in the 2020 GMC Acadia Are Most Important?

USB ports in all three rows of seats will help your family keep all their gadgets charged while on the go. The touchscreen multimedia system includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone connectivity, and GM’s Teen Driver monitoring system is standard.

2020 GMC Acadia Vs. 2020 Honda Pilot: How Do They Compare?

Both the Acadia and Pilot are spacious and comfortable SUVs with plenty of safety and convenience features. Both offer a third row, but the cushions in both those rows are low and space is limited. The Acadia has a USB port in the rear, something the Pilot does not. The Acadia’s multimedia system is easier to use than the Pilot’s, but the Honda has more interior storage space.

Should I Buy the 2020 GMC Acadia?

If you’ve got a big family with a lot of devices to keep charged on long trips and you’re looking for an SUV to deliver a quiet, comfortable driving experience, the Acadia could be a good choice for you. But if your family has a lot of stuff to lug around, the Acadia’s limited cargo space behind the third row could be an issue.

Consumer reviews

(75 reviews)

89% of drivers recommend this car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.8
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.6

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Most recent consumer reviews

GMC Acadia good family or commuter car

January 16, 2024

By Acadia husband from Nebraska

Owns this car

Bought a demo car . The Acadia has been great . Wife’s car . She likes it . Roomy and good gas mileage . Would also make a great road trip vehicle if I didn’t have a full size Ram .

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

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electrical problems

September 9, 2023

By mike from antioch

Owns this car

my 2020 Acadia at4 was driving down the interstate 70mph at 5pm to work got a bunch of fault signals on the dash windshield wipers turn on by themselves shooting water. and completely stopped in the middle of interstate with cars doing 70mph all around me before i could get involved in a fatal car accident i called 911 and they called a truck to drag me to the side of interstate so i had it towed to the gmc dealer missed work of course had to rent car. after 2 days they tell me there was a clog in the ac evacuation hose, so water started being. directed into the main body control module totally destroying it and with parts and labor it would be 1760.00 so with missed work rental car tow truck over 2400 total don't know what kind of designer would put the main body control module anywhere near were it could get wet if something happened purchased this SUV new wish i would have gone with Nissan as recommended by many people but got this one for looks i have never had to put this much money on a 3yr old car had a Hyundai before and after 6 yrs. only needed brakes and new battery.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 2.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does not recommend this car

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LOVE my Acadia SLT

August 21, 2023

By Benita from Loxahatchee FL

Owns this car

I purchased the 2020 Acadia SLT new, I love my SUV, the ride is so smooth and the Bose system is killer, definitely a sharp looking SUV.One thing I would add is side interior cargo lights, the overhead light is not enough, other than that it's perfect and the dealership Delray Buick GMC those guys are awesome they take great care of my SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):

Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0

Purchased a New car
Used for Commuting
Does recommend this car

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NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings (scores out of 5)

Based on the 2020 GMC Acadia base trim.

Combined side rating front seat: 5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 4
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 5
Overall rating: 5
Overall side crash rating: 5
Risk of rollover: 16.4%
Rollover rating: 4
Side barrier rating: 5
Side barrier rating driver: 5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5

New car program benefits

Bumper-to-bumper: 36 months/36,000 miles
Corrosion: 36 months/36,000 miles
Powertrain: 60 months/60,000 miles
Roadside assistance: 60 months/60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Maximum age/mileage: 5 model years or newer/up to 75,000 miles
Basic warranty terms: 12 months/12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years/100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Powertrain: 6 years/100,000 miles
Dealer certification required: 172-point inspection
Roadside assistance: Yes