Top 5 Things About the GMC Acadia AT4

The GMC Acadia is all-new for 2024 and has been receiving rave reviews from both journalists and new owners who have fallen in love with the increased size, upgraded engine, better towing specs, and the amazing infotainment screen and system as a whole. There are three different trim levels available, including the Elevation, AT4, and Denali. All models come with standard all-wheel drive.  

Not Just Another Trim Level 

The AT4 isn’t just the middle child, though. While the Elevation blends form and function with SUV size, and the Denali wafts owners in ultimate luxury, the AT4 gives buyers the best off-road abilities without losing luxury and charm. This article is a list of the top 5 things that make the 2024 GMC Acadia AT4 a smart buy for those looking for a great SUV to take the family to school and activities in while still being able to tow and do other off-road weekend adventures.  

Excellent Suspension Dampers 

The AT4 offers a number of improvements that make the GMC midsize SUV the perfect blend of everyday usability and true off-road king, including a specially tuned suspension with hydraulic rebound control dampers. When driving on- or off-road over rough terrain or even large speed bumps, this suspension ensures the AT4 won’t bottom out as easily.  

Taller, Wider, and All-Terrain Tires 

The hydraulic dampers are aided by the Acadia AT4’s 1-inch-taller ride height, wider front track, and beefier all-terrain tires wrapped around smaller 18-inch wheels for more sidewall to help soak up some of the rough riding roads and surfaces.  

Active Torque Control 

When it comes to traction and stability, the Active Torque Control all-wheel drive system coupled with a twin-clutch rear differential means that drivers have more control of how the Acadia reacts when driving on various surfaces, especially the soft, muddy stuff. It’s hard to find an SUV that isn’t a dedicated off-roader that would come equipped with such features, especially for the starting MSRP of just $51,395. All of this is specifically for the AT4 trim.  

A Comfortable Interior Even for Hard Off-Roading 

While there are other notable features like an AT4-exclusive front fascia with large red tow hooks and skid plates, the fourth feature that deserves to be highlighted is the luxurious interior that features colors like Forest Storm with special Mahogany stitching and unique chrome-metallic trim pieces throughout. Just because your Acadia can live outdoors doesn’t mean it has to be a spartan wasteland inside like some purpose-built rock crawlers. We all like being in a comfortable seat while we do stuff. It doesn’t make you soft.  

Special Driving Modes 

Finally, the 2024 Acadia AT4 features various selectable drive modes that help the SUV know what surface it is on or is going to encounter, including the AT4-only Terrain mode and the added bonus of Hill Descent Control to get down steep inclines safely and slowly.  

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