Overview & Reviews

The 2010 GMC Acadia gets new "Cashmere" leather upholstery on upscale models, slightly revised trim levels, standard 20-inch wheels on the top-of-the-line model and a USB jack for the optional Bose stereo. The six-speed transmission has also been reprogrammed for quicker downshifts.

• Compliant ride, all three rows are spacious, comfortable seats, cavernous cargo space, top crash-test scores.

• Forgettable interior materials, compromised outward visibility, size hampers maneuverability.

User Reviews:

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  best car i ever had - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By lshah72414 - January 10 - 7:48 pm

  My 2010 acadia is the best vehicle I have ever owned. Handling is excellent. It is very quiet. I love driving it. My only complaint is I wish I got better than 22 miles per gallon. My previous vehicle was getting 24 mpg.

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  Liking It - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By JD - January 7 - 11:31 am

  I like most everything about this vehicle. The one complaint I would have is the headrest does not adjust as much as I would like, but it is my wifes car. Had a Toyota Highlander LTD. for her which I rarely drove, I thought it looked like a station wagon or a grocery getter not exactly a mans car. Now I drive hers almost any time we go together it has a great look! On a 75 mile trip we had 6 adults riding very comfortably. In the snow it is amazing it just doesnt move off track. Like the interior very much just macho enough. The ride of this vehicle is fantastic. You can see for miles with the headlamps. 3500 miles no complaints yet. MPG ok observed 24 highway but it is big.

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  Great Crossover - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By berne1 - January 6 - 3:38 pm

  I got my Acadia in December, traded in a Yukon Denali. I find this vehicle superior in every way for my usage. It is very quiet inside, smooth and powerful. This is a much more compact package than the Yukon with better MPG, better performance, better ride quality, and on.

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  The best choice, but not perfect - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By JimM - January 4 - 12:14 pm

  When looking for a AWD SUV that can tow a boat, has enough height to get through the snow storms, a nice ride, 7 seats and easy access to the 3rd row, the choices are limited. We need captains chairs in the 2nd row. The traditional truck SUVs have this, but the 3rd row is either too small or doesnt fold flat. I also wasnt interested in getting 12 MPG or a truck-like ride. The only other SUV that compares to the Acadia is the Flex, but it has a small 3rd row, something we could be regretting when traveling with the inlaws. As you can see from my ratings, performance is ho-hum, but adequate. I havent loaded it up and attached the trailer yet. Best marks for style, utility and quality.

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  eh not bad - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By tom - December 25 - 8:42 pm

  pricey compared to foreign models with all the bells and whisles(4 runner, pilot). little things at $44k, like memory seats, tilt mirrors in reverse, anti hill roll, trailer tow, and navigation. I bought it because I did get good pricing and I liked the look. outward rear visability poor. I traded in a 2003 suburban I averaged 14.2 mpg. I am a shocked,7 model yrs later mpg is only slightly better. It doesnt sound solid when you close the front doors. close the front doors on a honda pilot, wow. I have only 400 miles so far so well see if it grows on me.

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  Just bought the Acadia - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By Kris Rowan - December 9 - 7:28 pm

  I wanted to be sure to comment because one reviewer stated the problem with the Acadia rolling backwards while "DRIVE" only occurs in FWD version-- that is INCORRECT-- the Acadia DOES ROLL BACKWARDS WHILE IN "DRIVE" IN THE AWD VERSION, AS WELL-- I know, because I have the AWD and it rolls backwards on a hill while in "DRIVE" (just like a stickshift car) Other than this strange little quirk, I love this car. I test-drove many of its competitors and kept coming back to the GMC. The very best asset: its VERY comfortable 3rd-row seating. In my opinion, it is the only SUV that has a comfortable, roomy 3rd-row where you dont feel cramped.

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  MPG Explained - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By Victor G - November 16 - 12:02 pm

  Acadia can archive 30-35 MPG under certain conditions, but in city driving it gets 10-15 MPG only. In 1st week of owning I found it has 2 driving modes: power and efficiency. Efficiency is activated only when cruse control is ON, otherwise it is in hungry power mode with loud engine noise, feels like driving a truck, but after a week you stop noticing noise. In cruse control transmission shifts into higher gear to keep engine at 1500RPM (2000RPM at 65mph), and ODBII scanner shows instant MPG 35+ at 40mph, 30MPG at 65mph and slightly less at higher speed. With cruse control off on the same road it shifts into lower gear, RPM increases to 2000, engine noise gets louder and MPG drops 50%.

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  Great - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By Martin - November 3 - 7:29 pm

  Ok 1st The whole thing about it rolling back only happens on the FWD version. this is not a defect. I test drover the fwd and loved it. 2nd i got awd because i have a cabin in the mountains nearby. the vehicle is really roomy and has a great powertrain. The Bose system is great. The display panels look great. very decent acceleration when needed. 288 HP pushes 3196lbs easily. If you are looking for something roomy and made with quality workmanship this would be a great family vehicle. This vehicle will grow with your growing family. seats 8 ot 7 if you opt for captains chairs in the second row. Enjoy.

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  Exactly What I Wanted - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By Very Pleased - October 28 - 1:12 pm

  I’m very pleased thus far. Easy to park, feels to be the right size overall. I have only 900 miles on it so far, took one long trip (700 miles) up & down desert mountain Interstates at 75-80MPH and averaged 22MPG. On a local freeway, mostly level at 70-75 I saw a high of 26MPG but mostly 24+ so as they say “Your mileage may vary.” Engine & transmission work very well. If you nail the throttle getting on the freeway and let the engine/trans do their thing, there’s plenty of power to get on the freeway that may result in a big ticket. The dash & controls are laid out very well. I have found no flaws in the paint or trim fit. I am very pleased & will update when I get more miles on it.

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  No Engine Breaking - 2010 GMC Acadia
  By K22 - October 7 - 5:09 pm

  I recently purchased a 2010 Acadia, and it is already in the dealership. I noticed that when I am going up a hill and in drive, release my foot from the brake, the car rolls continuously backward without stopping. Same thing when I am on a decline with the car in reverse, the car rolls forward. The dealer said that this was "normal" however when compared to another acadia it did not do this. Also, the dealer also said that there is no engine breaking available in that model when it is in reverse. I consider this a pretty big safety hazard considering I have to floor it to get up a hill without hitting the guy behind me.