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2023 GMC Acadia SLE 4x4

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 TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$39,100
MSRP with Destination$40,495
Destination Charge$1,395
Engine
Engine Type2.0L Turbocharged I-4 DOHC with direct injection, Active Fuel Management and automatic stop/start; cast aluminum block and heads
Displacement2 L
Horsepower228 hp @ 5,000 rpm
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500-4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 4 valves/cyl, tripower system
Bore and Stroke83.0 x 92.3
Injection TypeDirect injection with electronic throttle control
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
TransmissionHydra-Matic 9T60 nine-speed automatic (2.0L Turbo)
1st Gear4.69
2nd Gear3.31
3rd Gear3.01
4th Gear2.44
5th Gear1.92
6th Gear1.44
7th Gear1
8th Gear0.75
9th Gear0.62
Reverse2.96
Final Drive3.47
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson strut with direct-acting stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionFive-link independent with coil springs and stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.6 x 1.9 in / 321 x 30 mm (Duralife vented)
Rear Brake Disc12.4 x 0.9 in / 315 x 23 mm (Duralife)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front18-in aluminum (std); 20-in aluminum (avail, incl. Elevation Edition)
Wheels Rear18-in aluminum (std); 20-in aluminum (avail, incl. Elevation Edition)
Tires FrontP235/65R18 all-season (std); P235/55R20 all-season (avail)
Tires RearP235/65R18 all-season (std); P235/55R20 all-season (avail)
Dimensions & Weight
Length193.4 in
Width75.4 in
Height66.7 in
Wheelbase112.5 in
Front Track64.5 in
Rear Track64.5 in
Ground Clearance7.2 in
Cargo Volume12.8 ft³
Curb Weight4,155 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front40 in
Headroom Rear39.6 in
Legroom Front41 in
Legroom Rear39.7 in
Shoulder Room Front59.4 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.7 in
Hip Room Front55.7 in
Hip Room Rear53.3 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (15.1 % risk)
Tested variant: 2023 GMC Acadia SUV AWD
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

Most-cited areas
Engine13
Power Train13
Electrical System10
Unknown Or Other9
Service Brakes4
Steering4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 19, 2026 · Steering
“My 2023 GMC Acadia has a toe link issue in the rear suspension. This is according to the GMC Service Department in Marquette MI. Is this a possible safety issue, I really don't know. It does make a…”
Oct 14, 2026 · Power Train, Electrical System, Unknown Or Other
“Vehicle Information: 2023 GMC Acadia VIN: [XXX] Description of Safety Defect: While operating the vehicle, a sudden and total loss of propulsion occurred without warning. The transmission completely…”
Oct 1, 2026 · Service Brakes, Forward Collision Avoidance
“While driving my 2023 GMC Acadia, I experienced intermittent abnormal brake pedal behavior. When applying the brakes normally, the pedal would travel partway and then suddenly encounter…”
Sep 30, 2026 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Engine
“The contact owns a 2023 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while reversing out of the driveway at 2-3 MPH, the brake pedal became firm for 3–5 seconds. The contact was able to depress the brake pedal…”
Sep 15, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“The car abruptly died in motion. Backing up it died and locked itself in park. I had no way to move it out of the road. There were no warning lights nor did the car stutter or seem any different. I…”

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.

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