Overview & Reviews
For 2009 the GMC Acadia gets a more powerful engine, Bluetooth connectivity, real-time traffic updates for the navigation system, available heated and cooled seats and a reshuffling of option packages.
- Plenty of passenger and cargo space, smooth ride, easy to drive considering its size, above-average tow capacity for a crossover.
- Some subpar interior trim, transmission can be slow to downshift.
User Reviews:
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Time to Sell...Maybe??? - 2009 GMC Acadia
By joemerchant47 - January 8 - 9:04 amI have an 09 Acadia,well pleased.Had only one problem-rattle in A pillar.Dealer replaced trim-fixed.Headlight recall.No big deal.Bulletin/recall notifying possible stretching of timing chain.Took car in to reset computer for more frequent oil changes.I change more often than recommended anyway.Talked to mechanic,he hadnt gotten one back in yet for repair but said engine had to come out to replace chain.Power train warranty increased by GM to 100K.Heres my problem.We dont travel much.My car is just about to turn 26K miles so by the time any major problem occurs my warranty will have run out.Is it time to sell this car which is now in excellent condition?
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I love my Acadia! - 2009 GMC Acadia
By ashrae9504 - June 14 - 4:59 pmI have never had a single problem with my GMC 09 Acadia. I bought my brand new with 9 miles on it in December of 08. Has gotten me everywhere across the midwest with all my trips. Its pretty good on gas mileage for a SUV. The only problem I have had to take it to a GMC dealership to get fixed is the 2 recalls which they fixed and paid me, and leaks in my tires which set off my tire system sensor. But i work in a construction field so therefor the slow leaks were due to a nail in my tires. And oh yeah the other thing was to reset my sensor for Air bags. But I have never had anything fixed and I have had this vehicle for 3-1/2 years brand new. Love this vehicle!!!!!!!!
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Best SUV ever! - 2009 GMC Acadia
By GMC Acadia - September 13 - 2:00 amFor the price, this is the best value SUV product on the market today. I simply love to drive my Acadia. The exterior design is very attractive. The interior is awesome and has the right space for the kids, entertained with the DVD in the back, plus the extra 3rd bench seats for friends. On long trips we just fold down the 3rd bench for a spacious luggage area. Even then, we can store luggage on the roof rack. Great SUV, great ride and great design. Congrats to GMC.
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Love My Acadia! - 2009 GMC Acadia
By Kat - April 30 - 6:28 pmI traded in a 2004 Saturn Vue AWD V6 for the 2009 Acadia SLT 2. I love driving it (and I do it a lot!) and my friends are very comfortable on trips we take to go to conferences. Ive gotten better than advertised MPG (22/26) with mixed driving. The Bluetooth is great and the sound system is better than any other car Ive ever had. I have XM Radio and I love listening to great music when Im on the road. I use the On-Star turn by turn navigation and that has been exceptionally useful. The seats front and back are very comfortable and access is easy. I have had NO problems with the vehicle.
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Love my Acadia - 2009 GMC Acadia
By Iteach26kids - January 2 - 9:20 amResearched vehicles for a year before purchase & kept coming back to the Acadia. Had been a mini-van driver for 12 years. Loved the stylish exterior. Looks tough. Great acceleration and drives excellent on highway. Very smooth & quiet even a high speeds. Does have some blind spots but could be due to my 5ft height. My 6-ft husband thinks space is tight in the passenger seat, but loves driving it. LOVE the Bluetooth hands-free calling feature. After I got mine, 2 other teachers @ my school bought the same! All agree its their favorite car yet.
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Great SUV - 2009 GMC Acadia
By William Daly - December 28 - 5:46 pmTraded in a loaded 2002 Trailblazer LTZ for the loaded Acadia SLT2. As much as I loved the LTZ, this one has it beat in every way (except the LTZ had the rain sensor wipers). Only 4 months old but the milage is better than the LTZ even with AWD. The headsup display is great as are the heated/cooled seats. Enough storage space with the rear seat folded down, but plenty more with the second row captains seats folded down. Really soomth ride with plenty of power. The Nav system is superior to my old Garmin unit. Not crazy about the plastic chrome interior trim. Looks cheap. Could use an upgrade in this area. All in all more than satisfied.
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EXCELLENT CHOICE IN CROSSOVERS - 2009 GMC Acadia
By krishnameee - October 31 - 9:05 pmI have been throughly stunned at the ride of this crossover. Pricey but worth the money. GM needs to look at some extras to keep the customers happy like seat memory standard on SLTs. Turning radius and fuel efficiency was very good. I topped at 27 MPG at 59 MPH freeway. I have driven about 400 miles so far and very satisfied
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Updated Review - 2009 GMC Acadia
By Geoff Chamberlain - October 20 - 7:41 amJust a quick update on our ownership expierience so far.We are happy with our Acadia and the nit picks are very few ( and minor ).I just put on the winter tires , Bridgestone Blizzaks ,fuel milage is getting better with more miles on the vehicle,great on long trips,kids love it,better sound system should be standard for the price,effortless to drive on the highway (120 km/h)very quiet inside.
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So far, So good...wait, So GREAT! - 2009 GMC Acadia
By jcavfish - October 1 - 11:14 pmMy wife, baby boy, and I shopped for our new vehicle for about a month. We test drove Lexuss, to Toyotas, to Volvos, etc...you name it, were were there. We were in the market for an SUV/Crossover. After driving them all, we found the Acadia to be the clear winner on all fronts: great & smooth ride for a large vehicle super spacious great gas mileage for this size of car (dont agree w/ other folks who are voicing their concerns about the true MPH?) and all the functionality one would want w/ a car in this class. We have had the car for two mos and are 100% satisfied w/ our purchase. Should n e thing go wrong, the 100k warranty should cover us...A+ caroh, 5 star crash rating too
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Best SUV Ever? - 2009 GMC Acadia
By DrumDawg - September 20 - 5:14 pmThis may be the best SUV ever. It is a large vehicle so it feels safe. Gets good gas mileage yet has loads of power. The inside feels like a honda odessey except it has more style and loads much more upscale. This vehicle is great for a man or woman and really is a step up from a car or mini van. This is the best SUV yet!
