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GMC Acadia

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The Car Guide rating 2.5/5 53% Detailed ratings

Price $34,995 – $54,795 Payments

Fuel consumption 9.2 – 13.3 L/100km

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Totally redesigned for the 2017 model year, the midsize GMC Acadia's dimensions have been reduced, while its curb weight has dropped by more than 700 lbs. Yet it can still accommodate up to seven passengers on board. Aside from a 3.6-litre V6 that develops 310 horsepower, a new 2.5-litre, four-cylinder engine has been added as a base powertrain, producing 193 horsepower. A front-wheel drivetrain is standard, while AWD is optional.

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2017 GMC Acadia: less weight and more power

The GMC brand chose the Detroit Auto Show to present the 2017 Acadia. It went on a serious diet, shedding 700 lbs. compared to the outgoing generation. Its size has also decreased, as the new Acadia is shorter by 7.2 inches while its wheelbase has been cut by 6.4 inches. January 12, 2016

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Review: 2017 GMC Acadia

Graeme says the previous Acadia was left withering on the vine for too long. This week he gets a chance to sample the new generation. For more stories about the 2017 GMC Acadia, hit the link - http://www.guideautoweb.com/en/makes/gmc/acadia/2017/ (This segment originally aired on Motoring TV 2017 Episode #8) …

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Review: 2017 GMC Acadia

Bigger is not always better. So says General Motors as it launches its new GMC Acadia. This segment is hot and GM wanted the Acadia to stand out when it comes to design,. With that in mind we had the opportunity to meet the chief designer. (This segment originally aired …

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