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Guide to GMC Acadia Design Specs and Features at Palmen!
What Are the 2018 GMC Acadia Performance Specs and Features? Capable, luxurious and fun to drive, the 2018 GMC Acadia is a fan favorite at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac. Tailor-made for the family who wants to upgrade their day-to-day drive, the GMC Acadia provides drivers with a spacious, family-friendly cabin that is married to power-packed engine options. If you have come to love the GMC Acadia, you may want to know – what are the 2018 GMC Acadia performance specs and features? Find out with this overview of GMC Acadia performance at Palmen! more READ MORE: What Are the Differences Between the GMC Terrain and GMC Acadia? 2.5-Liter Four-Cylinder Engine Specs When you opt for the luxury-infused 2018 GMC Acadia, you will enjoy the mechanical machinations of a standard 193-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder direct-injection engine that manufactures 188 pound-feet of torque. Married to a six-speed automatic transmission, the 2.5-liter GMC Acadia will earn 21 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. 3.6-Liter V-6 Engine Specs Drivers who want to upgrade performance can opt for the power-packed 310-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 engine that makes 271 pound-feet of torque. Paired with a six-speed automatic gearbox, the six-cylinder GMC Acadia achieves an impressive 18 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway. When properly equipped, the 3.6-liter GMC Acadia will tow up to 4,000 pounds. Traction Select System Sharpen performance and upgrade your day-to-day commute with the 2018 GMC Acadia's Traction Select System. With this innovative performance feature in place, you will have a choice of four driver-selectable modes when you equip all-wheel drive – Off-Road, Snow, Sport and Trailer/Tow -- that will each tailor performance to fit your driving style. Continuously Variable Real-Time Damping Suspension A flawless ride is a highlight of the 2018 GMC Acadia that drivers have come to love and it is created by an innovative Continuously Variable Real-Time Damping Suspension. This innovative suspension produces a calm, collected ride by employing a suite of sensors to monitor and adapt the suspension dampers in real time. READ MORE: How Much Cargo and Passenger Space is in the 2018 GMC Acadia? What are the 2018 GMC Acadia performance specs and features? Learn more about what makes the GMC Acadia tick with this guide to GMC-brand performance features. Visit the Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac inventory today to find a car, truck or crossover that will fit your lifestyle and budget!
What's the difference between the GMC SUVs?
2018 GMC Terrain vs 2018 GMC Acadia When you are shopping for a new vehicle, it can be tough to determine what the difference is between some vehicles because they appear so similar on the surface. Especially when you are looking at SUV models, figuring out which one has the space and capabilities that you need is tough to determine just by looking at them. That's why we suggest doing some research and looking at the details of models you are interested in. A helpful tool is to compare these models to decide which one will fit your needs! Check out this comparison of two popular GMC SUVs, the GMC Terrain and the GMC Acadia! more Read More: What's the difference between the Buick Envision and the Buick Enclave? About the 2018 GMC Terrain The 2018 GMC Terrain is the smaller SUV model in GMC's lineup. It offers a lower starting price point and higher fuel economy ratings than the Acadia, but it lacks the same amount of power and space inside that the Acadia has. The base trim of the Terrain offers standard features like keyless access, a 7-inch infotainment system, auxiliary ports, a rear vision camera, driver information center and more. It has up to 63.3 cubic feet of cargo space and a stop/start engine control system that helps improve fuel economy. About the 2018 GMC Acadia The GMC Acadia is a larger SUV option in the GMC lineup. It boasts three rows of seating and has more power under the hood, but is not as fuel-efficient and is more expensive than the Terrain. The 2018 Acadia SLT-1 trim offers standard features like automatic climate control, an 8-inch infotainment system, power liftgate, OnStar® 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi® hotspot, a Bose® premium 8-speaker system, rear vision camera, Driver Alert Package I and more. Both the 2018 GMC Terrain and GMC Acadia are available now at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac. Browse our inventory and set up a test drive for your favorite model today!
How safe is the GMC Acadia?
2018 GMC Acadia Safety Features The 2018 GMC Acadia is stylish and versatile. It features a distinctive grille design and sleek body lines, while interior comforts allow passengers to stay relaxed and entertained. Let's take a closer look at the safety features in the 2018 GMC Acadia. more Read More: How much room is in the GMC Acadia? Safety Features 2018 GMC Acadia The GMC Acadia offers a variety of active and passive safety features to give you confidence behind the wheel. While these safety features are no replacement for responsible, alert driving, they can help give you a more holistic view around your Acadia on the road. Driver assistance features include available features like Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert, which gives a visible alert on the driver's side mirror when a vehicle enters your blind spot, and flashes the icon on your side mirror when you indicate to change lanes. Rear Cross Traffic Alert uses radars to warn you of approaching traffic when you are in reverse. Rear Park Assist uses those same sensors and gives you audible and visual alerts when you are close to objects in reverse, and a Rear Vision Camera gives you a live video feed of the space behind you on your display screen to help you back up safely. Teen Driver is a feature offered on GMC vehicles like the Acadia to help encourage safe driving habits for new drivers. If equipped, this system automatically applies certain safety systems and allows parents to set limits on other features, like audio capabilities. Teen Driver provides a Report Card on driving behavior so parents can keep track of how their teen is doing and help coach them. Other safety features in the GMC Acadia include Forward Collision Alert, a passenger sensing system, Front Pedestrian Braking, and an OnStar® Basic Plan for up to five years. The 2018 GMC Acadia is available now at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac. Browse our inventory and set up a test drive online today!