DecodedCars2024 GMC Acadia
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 23 combined · 20 city / 27 hwy
- Length
- 203.9 in
- Curb weight
- 4,502 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 18 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 GMC Acadia is a standard SUV offered with a 2.5L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 204 inches long and 80 inches wide on a 121-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,502 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 27 highway), 10% better than the 2024 standard SUV average of 21 MPG, for an estimated $2,900 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2024
- New body dimensions: 10.6 in longer, wheelbase +8.3 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- Engine added: 2.5L 4-cyl turbo
- Engines dropped: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.6L 6-cyl
- Best combined MPG down from 25 to 23
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 Acadia →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lansing - Delta Township, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2024 Acadia configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 203.9 in | 79.5 in | 70.9 in | 120.9 in | 67.7 / 67.3 in | 4,502 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acadia FWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 27 / 23 | +10% | $2,900 | 387 |
| Acadia AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | +9% | $3,200 | 423 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 GMC Acadia SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 18.5% |
| 2024 GMC Acadia SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 17.4% |
Similar 2024 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 GMC Acadia (this car) | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2024 Ford Explorer | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2024 Toyota Highlander | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2024 Kia Telluride | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2024 Ford Expedition | 19 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2024 Nissan Pathfinder | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 2 |
| 2024 Honda Pilot | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 GMC Acadia.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2024 GMC Acadia is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 GMC Acadia buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Service Brakes — 23 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Engine — 10 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 9 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 7,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 GMC Acadia. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Acadia years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Acadia | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 Acadia | 22 | 203.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 10 |
| 2025 Acadia | 23 | 203.9 in | ★★★★★ | 0 | 69 |
| 2023 Acadia | 25 | 193.3 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 49 |
| 2022 Acadia | 25 | 193.3 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 52 |
| 2021 Acadia | 25 | 193.3 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 155 |
| 2020 Acadia | 24 | 193.3 in | ★★★★★ | 6 | 106 |
| 2019 Acadia | 23 | 193.7 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 388 |
| 2018 Acadia | 23 | 193.7 in | ★★★★★ | 2 | 398 |
| 2017 Acadia | 23 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 706 |
| 2016 Acadia | 18 | 201.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 236 |
| 2015 Acadia | 19 | 201.2 in | Not rated | 4 | 243 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →