How long will a 2017 GMC Acadia last?

The GMC Acadia is a robust SUV that can last around 200,000 miles with proper maintenance and responsible use. Based on 15,000 miles driven per year, you can expect 13.5 years of service from your Acadia before the vehicle breaks down or major parts need replacing.

Are 2017 Acadia reliable?

The 2017 GMC Acadia has a predicted reliability rating of 3.5 out of five from J.D. Power. A score of three is considered average across the industry.

When did the GMC Acadia come out?

2006
The Acadia went on sale in 2006 as a 2007 model in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Acadia replaces three of the 7- or 8-seater vehicles on the Pontiac–Buick–GMC dealership network, the midsize GMC Safari van, the GMC Envoy, and the Pontiac Montana SV6 minivan for the domestic market.

Does 2017 GMC Acadia have transmission problems?

The second most reported problem about the 2017 GMC Acadia was related to transmission issues. Several customers were frustrated by the shift to park alert. Other customers had to deal with chattering and shuddering at load RPMs. On average, repairing the shift to park problem cost customers about $450.

Does GMC Acadia have transmission problems?

From its inception, the transmission in the GMC Acadia has been a weak point for the vehicle and arguably the biggest problems the GMC Acadia ever had were with faulty transmission. A replacement gearbox could cost up to $4000 or more, which is quite a steep repair bill.

How reliable is GMC Acadia?

The GMC Acadia Reliability Rating is 3.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 23rd out of 26 for midsize SUVs. The average annual repair cost is $734 which means it has average ownership costs. The frequency of repairs is average, but when issues do arise, they are more likely to be severe than with other models.

Is the GMC Acadia 4WD or AWD?

The 2018 GMC Acadia does not have 4WD. The base model SL is offered solely with front-wheel-drive. The remaining 5 trims, the SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2 and the Denali can be purchased with front wheel drive or all wheel drive – AWD.

Do GMC Acadias have problems?

Does the GMC Acadia have engine problems? Engine problems have long plagued the GMC Acadia. Even in its first production year, blown engines would crop up more than any driver would like to hear, causing power loss and fried cylinders. Leaks in the timing chain cover were also more common than they should have been.

Is the GMC Acadia being discontinued?

The 2022 GMC Acadia sees several changes. The SL trim, previously the base model, has been axed, leaving the SLE trim as the new base model. A turbocharged four-cylinder engine now comes standard, as the previously standard naturally aspirated four-cylinder has been dropped.

Are GMC Acadia expensive to maintain?

Cost. The average total annual cost for repairs and maintenance on a GMC Acadia is $734, compared to an average of $573 for midsize SUVs and $652 for all vehicle models. Higher average cost alone does not necessarily mean a vehicle is less reliable.

When did the GMC Acadia Limited End production?

With the second-generation Buick Enclave and Chevrolet Traverse making their debuts in 2017 as 2018 models, GMC ended production on the Acadia Limited on March 31, 2017 in order to start production on the Traverse and Enclave.

When does the 2017 GMC Acadia go on sale?

The 2017 Acadia will go on sale later this spring with six trim levels; four- and six-cylinder engines; a six-speed automatic transmission; and front- or all-wheel drive in all trims except the base SL trim, which is only available with front-wheel drive.

How old do you have to be to finance a GMC Acadia?

MUST BE A CURRENT OWNER OF A 2007 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE OR A CURRENT LESSEE OF A 2016 MODEL YEAR OR NEWER BUICK OR GMC VEHICLE THROUGH GM FINANCIAL FOR AT LEAST 30 DAYS PRIOR TO NEW VEHICLE SALE. Must finance through GM Financial.

How many seats does the GMC Acadia have?

GMC downsized its Acadia for 2017 from full-size to midsize. It hasn’t lost its third row, but that row now seats just two, so seating capacity is seven instead of eight. Compare the 2017 Acadia with its 2016 predecessor here.