2012 GMC Acadia review
GMC Acadia highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 23 highway, 19 combined
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What is new for the 2012 GMC Acadia?
- Acadia trims have been upgraded with Fold-Away Third Row and Skylight(s) as standard equipment this year.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the GMC Acadia an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks GMC Acadia 29th out of 32 among Midsize SUVs.
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Denali 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Fold-Away Third Row
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Quad Seats
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Skylight(s)
- Sunroof(s)
- Third Row Seat
- Tow Hitch
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Full Roof Rack
- Navigation System
- Rear Entertainment System
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
288
Torque (ft-lbs)
270
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
22
Wheelbase
118.9"
Overall length
200.7"
Width
78.2"
Height
69.9"
Leg room
F 41.3"/M 36.9"/R 33.2"
Head room
F 38.5"/M 38.3"/R 38.1"
Front tires
P255/55R20
Rear tires
P255/55R20
Seating capacity
7
Max towing capacity
780/5200 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 GMC Acadia FAQ
The 2012 GMC Acadia is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Denali: 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- SL: 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- SLE: 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
- SLT: 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The GMC Acadia received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the GMC Acadia as 28 out of 32 among Midsize SUV
The 2012 GMC Acadia has received an average 4.3 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 GMC Acadia, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 GMC Acadia Reviews.
The 2012 GMC Acadia has a maximum towing capacity of 5200 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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