2023 GMC Acadia SLE 4x4
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- Photo: 2020 GMC Acadia SLT (facelift), front 3.7.22 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 GMC Acadia SLT in Ebony Twilight Metallic, Front Right, 06-26-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: GMC Acadia by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2020 GMC Acadia SLT (facelift), rear 3.7.22 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2022 GMC Acadia Denali interior by deathpallie325, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2023 GMC Acadia SLE 4x4 is a 228-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged with a hydra-matic 9t60 nine-speed automatic and all-wheel drive. It starts at $39,100 MSRP.
It makes 228 horsepower at 5,000 rpm and 258 lb-ft of torque at 1500-4000 rpm.
The Acadia measures 193.4 inches long on a 112.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,155 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $39,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $40,495 |
| Destination Charge | $1,395 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Turbocharged I-4 DOHC with direct injection, Active Fuel Management and automatic stop/start; cast aluminum block and heads |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 228 hp @ 5,000 rpm |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500-4000 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves/cyl, tripower system |
| Bore and Stroke | 83.0 x 92.3 |
| Injection Type | Direct injection with electronic throttle control |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Hydra-Matic 9T60 nine-speed automatic (2.0L Turbo) |
| 1st Gear | 4.69 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.31 |
| 3rd Gear | 3.01 |
| 4th Gear | 2.44 |
| 5th Gear | 1.92 |
| 6th Gear | 1.44 |
| 7th Gear | 1 |
| 8th Gear | 0.75 |
| 9th Gear | 0.62 |
| Reverse | 2.96 |
| Final Drive | 3.47 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson strut with direct-acting stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Five-link independent with coil springs and stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.6 x 1.9 in / 321 x 30 mm (Duralife vented) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.4 x 0.9 in / 315 x 23 mm (Duralife) |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18-in aluminum (std); 20-in aluminum (avail, incl. Elevation Edition) |
| Wheels Rear | 18-in aluminum (std); 20-in aluminum (avail, incl. Elevation Edition) |
| Tires Front | P235/65R18 all-season (std); P235/55R20 all-season (avail) |
| Tires Rear | P235/65R18 all-season (std); P235/55R20 all-season (avail) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.4 in |
| Width | 75.4 in |
| Height | 66.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in |
| Front Track | 64.5 in |
| Rear Track | 64.5 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,155 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39.6 in |
| Legroom Front | 41 in |
| Legroom Rear | 39.7 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 59.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 58.7 in |
| Hip Room Front | 55.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 53.3 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (15.1 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2023 GMC Acadia SUV FWD: 5 ★ overall
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 GMC ACADIA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 12, 2023 · VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 GMC Acadia and 2024 Cadilac XT5 and XT6 vehicles. The windshield may have been assembled without the proper urethane sealant required to bond the windshield to the vehicle body.
Consequence: A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the windshield and apply primer and urethane sealant. If the windshield is damaged, the dealer will replace it. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232419690.
NHTSA campaign 23V681000
Mar 16, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT6, GMC Acadia, Chevrolet Blazer, Traverse, and 2022-2023 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The transmission may have been built with an incorrect sun gear, which can result in the driver-side half-shaft disengaging from the transmission.
Consequence: A half-shaft disengaging from the transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the sun gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 27, 2023. The remedy is expected to become available August 31, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222389310.
NHTSA campaign 23V172000
Feb 2, 2023 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5 and GMC Acadia vehicles. The right-front half-shaft assemblies may be improperly connected to the transmission, causing them to separate.
Consequence: Separation between the half-shaft and transmission can result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway when the vehicle is placed in park. Either of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the right-front half-shaft assemblies, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222393410.
NHTSA campaign 23V043000
Sep 22, 2022 · EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The certification label located on the driver's side B-pillar contains tire size information that may be illegible. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: Illegible tire size information may result in the wrong tires being installed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the vehicle certification label, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 12, 2022. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222381690.
NHTSA campaign 22V708000
47 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2023 GMC ACADIA
Owner Complaints
47 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 GMC ACADIA (3 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 13 |
| Power Train | 13 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Unknown Or Other | 9 |
| Service Brakes | 4 |
| Steering | 4 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 GMC ACADIA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.