New GMC Acadia Is A Technological Marvel

Journalists and owners alike are going wild for the all-new 2024 GMC Acadia. As a 3-row SUV, that is more than just another crossover. Many reviewers have loved the new engine, interior style, increased cargo space, and overall design. In a new review for Popular Science, author Kristin Shaw gave a glowing perspective of what makes the new Acadia just so darn good. 

New Engine Performance

While the previous generation was capable, this latest mid-size GMC SUV is even more so. In place of the old V6 that delivered 310 horsepower and 271 lb-ft of torque, a new 2.5-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder produces 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. When properly equipped, the Acadia can tow up to 5,000 lbs, compared to only 4,000 lbs for the previous model. 

Safety, Safety, Safety

The larger engine with extra towing capacity is always appreciated. However, those aren’t the only good things. Ms. Shaw highlighted how great it was that the latest Acadia took safety to another level, saying, “More impressive are the driver-assist technology aids, which number at 15. Forward and rear collision alert, rear cross-traffic braking, adaptive cruise control and more features are standard, including two key aids focused on saving kids’ lives–rear seat reminder and front pedestrian and bicycle braking. Parents of teens will appreciate the software behind GMC’s “buckle to drive” feature, which is part of the automaker’s teen driving protection technologies. Grown-ups can set a speed alert warning, speed limiter, and settings that keep new drivers from abusing their volume knob while driving.”

A Fresh Interior With More Space For Everyone And Everything

The interior of this new Acadia is where everyone has fallen even deeper in love as it has nicer materials and even more cargo space. A growing family needs more space, which sometimes means buying an even bigger vehicle than you want just to get the interior volume you need. Popular Science mentioned this: “Now sporting more weight due to its larger size, the Acadia comfortably seats seven or eight people across its three rows and feels like it grips the road without lumbering. It’s 10.6 inches longer and 3.2 inches taller than before and offers more cargo space; GMC says it boasts a nearly 80 percent improvement behind the third row alone and 36 percent more behind the second row. And yet, it feels light on its feet, the transmission smoothly parsing out gears with efficiency.”

All Angles Covered

Sometimes, modern technology can take away from how good a vehicle really is or can be. However, the GMC Acadia has added features that are just smart, even if you won’t use them a ton. Shaw talked about how nice it was to have cameras around the vehicle when driving, saying, “Another important safety feature in the Acadia is its camera setup. Seven camera views are standard, and that bumps up to nine when choosing the optional rear camera mirror and trailer assist view. I tested this out on a Sierra heavy-duty pickup truck several years ago and was impressed by the number of camera angles available to me. Whether you’re towing or not, having those extra electronic eyes all around the SUV improves on- and off-road navigating.”

Super Cruise Is Super

For the first time, the latest 2024 GMC Acadia can be optioned with GM Super Cruise. Super Cruise is game-changing, truly hands-free, advanced driver assistance technology. With more than 750,000 mapped roads throughout America and Canada, Super Cruise allows you to feel safe and secure while taking any trip. 

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