2016
GMC Acadia

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$44,295
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Available trims

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  • FWD 4dr SL
    Starts at
    $30,975
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr SLE w/SLE-1
    Starts at
    $34,175
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr SLE w/SLE-1
    Starts at
    $36,175
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr SLE w/SLE-2
    Starts at
    $36,755
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr SLE w/SLE-2
    Starts at
    $38,755
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr SLT w/SLT-1
    Starts at
    $41,020
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr SLT w/SLT-2
    Starts at
    $42,295
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr SLT w/SLT-1
    Starts at
    $43,020
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr SLT w/SLT-2
    Starts at
    $44,295
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD 4dr Denali
    Starts at
    $47,890
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • AWD 4dr Denali
    Starts at
    $49,890
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

OnStar 4G LTE connectivity and Wi-Fi hot spot
Seats seven or eight
Front- or all-wheel drive
Airbag between front seats available
Forward collision alert, lane departure warning available

The good & the bad

The good

Carlike ride and handling
Cargo space
Roomy second row
Backup camera standard

The bad

Cramped third row
Touch-screen too small
Large turning circle
Hulking size hurts maneuverability
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 GMC Acadia base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
15.5%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 60,000 miles
Maintenance
2 years / 24,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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  • 2016
    4.4
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    $30,975
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
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  • 2017
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    $39,065
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    MPG
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  • 2017
    4.7
    GMC Acadia Limited
    Starts at
    $43,850
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    8
    Seat capacity
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  • 2018
    4.4
    GMC Acadia
    Starts at
    $29,000
    21 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    7
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
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  • 2018
    4.5
    GMC Terrain
    Starts at
    $24,995
    26 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbo Gas/Ethanol I4
    Engine
    Front-wheel drive
    Drivetrain
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Consumer reviews

83% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 74 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.6
Performance 4.4
Value 4.1
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.4

Most recent

By Wayne from Phila pa
Owns this car
January 21, 2024

Excellent

I've had mine for 4 years 2016 SLT ,traded my wife's Hyundai Santa Fe for a caddy srx which I drive as well as a 2018 GMC 1500. The Acadia has been super reliable .knock on wood.. just basic maintenance
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Dan H. from Nappanee, In
Owns this car
September 14, 2023

Bad Headlights

Like the car but headlights are terrible. It looks like algae growing inside the lens. Bought it brand new and the dealer said it was normal to have moisture on the inside. Well it has been that way for 5 or so years now. 1000.00 a headlight to replace. Not to happy
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 4.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 GMC Acadia?

The 2016 GMC Acadia is available in 4 trim levels:

  • Denali (2 styles)
  • SL (1 style)
  • SLE (4 styles)
  • SLT (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2016 GMC Acadia?

The 2016 GMC Acadia offers up to 15 MPG in city driving and 22 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 GMC Acadia reliable?

The 2016 GMC Acadia has an average reliability rating of 4.4 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 GMC Acadia owners.

Is the 2016 GMC Acadia a good SUV?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 GMC Acadia. 83.8% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 74 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.6
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.1
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.4

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