2012 GMC Acadia is a crossover SUV is offered in five finishes: base SL, SLE, SLT SLT-1-2, and Denali. Eight passenger seating with second row bench seat is standard on the basis of resting SL and optional, which is not the standard configuration of seven passengers in the second row is captain's chairs.
The SL Acadia comes standard with 18-inch wheels, automatic headlamps, fog lights, tinted windows, keyless entry, cruise control, rear air conditioning, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, OnStar telematics emergency and an audio system with six-speaker CD player, satellite radio and an extra audio jack. Preferred Package adds remote ignition, a leather steering wheel and Bluetooth.
Acadia SLE Preferred Package is standard, plus a power liftgate, rear parking sensors, an eight-way power seat for driver seat and forth power passenger (manual tilt), a mirror auto-dimming mirror and a rearview camera.
SLT-1 adds 19-inch wheels, steering wheel update, heated mirrors and integrated indicator repeaters in the blind spot mirrors, tri-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery in the front row and the second (third row vinyl), heated front seats, computers updated board, rear seat audio controls and a 10-speaker Bose audio system with iPod / USB audio interface. SLT-2 contains a power-folding mirrors, driver memory functions, a four-way power passenger seat, and access to additional options. These include ventilated front seats and the Technology Package, which brings the xenon lights, Head-Up Display and the audio controls the load.
The Denali has all the SLT-2 are optional parts, and a unique style flourishes inside and out, the 20-inch chrome wheels, an increase of sound, steering wheel wood-trim and a panoramic sunroof.
The sunroof is optional for all other Acadias but the bottom of the SL. The same goes for the rear seat entertainment center, which includes a Bose audio surround sound system. SLT and Denali pieces can also be equipped with a navigation system that includes real-time traffic and the touch screen.
Engines and performance
Every 2012 GMC Acadia is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 that produces 288 hp and 270 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic, front-wheel drive are standard, but four-wheel drive is optional.
In performance testing of a mechanically identical Chevy Traverse front-wheel drive, it took 8.2 seconds to go from zero to 60 mph. According to estimates by the EPA, an Acadia FWD returned 17 mpg highway mpg and 19 mpg city/24 combined. The choice of this four-wheel drive drops to 16/23/19.
Security
ABS, traction control and stability control, front seat side airbags and curtain side airbags half of all three rows are standard on all 2012 GMC Acadia. In addition to the standard one-year, GM's OnStar service, including turn-by-turn directions and hands-free phone connection.
In braking tests, Acadia with a 18-inch wheels and tires stopped 135 meters. The Ford Flex and Mazda CX-9 better. Opt for 20-inch wheels and tires provide the closest competitors of Acadia, with a stop of 130 feet.
Government crash tests, consultations, Acadia earned a five star overall rating of performance, four out of five stars is because the frontal impact protection and five stars for side impact protection.
Acadia also made safe for the road crash tests Security Institute, where he earned the highest rating of "good" in frontal crash tests and lateral offset.
Interior Design and Special Features
Inside the spacious cabin, 2012 Acadia is an attractive layout, with two-tone chrome trim accent of stress (including Denali wood grain accents). Unfortunately, this crop is prone to reflect the sun the eye of the driver and front passenger. Two other drawbacks are minor and clear buttons for the audio and climate control and external visibility that is more at risk than other competing vehicles. But in general, the build quality is strong and Acadia materials are slightly better than its brother, the Chevy Traverse.
Depending on the configuration, the Acadia seats seven passengers (with second row captain's chairs) or eight passengers (with a bench split-folding second row) in three rows. The first and second row seats are quite comfortable and supportive, and split-folding third row seat - an area that is often only children in many traditional SUVs - can accommodate adults in reasonable comfort.
Maximum load capacity is huge at 117 cubic feet with second row seats folded and third. Even with all three rows of seats in use, is a useful 24 cubic feet of luggage space. In total, Acadia vehicle much more convenient for people and goods as the largest in the GMC Yukon.
Driving Impressions
Like other major crossings of General Motors, the 2012 GMC Acadia is a delicate balance between security in the handling and comfortable ride. Still, always remember that this is a big heavy vehicle (it weighs nearly 5,000 pounds with four-wheel drive) and feels a bit bulkier than other large crosses on the market. However, compared with the base GMC Yukon, Acadia is a vehicle much more enjoyable and easier to drive. No complaints about the 288-hp V6, and allows you to organize faster in almost any situation and realizes the relatively good fuel economy.
The SL Acadia comes standard with 18-inch wheels, automatic headlamps, fog lights, tinted windows, keyless entry, cruise control, rear air conditioning, a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, OnStar telematics emergency and an audio system with six-speaker CD player, satellite radio and an extra audio jack. Preferred Package adds remote ignition, a leather steering wheel and Bluetooth.
 |
| 2012 GMC Acadia SUV |
Acadia SLE Preferred Package is standard, plus a power liftgate, rear parking sensors, an eight-way power seat for driver seat and forth power passenger (manual tilt), a mirror auto-dimming mirror and a rearview camera.
SLT-1 adds 19-inch wheels, steering wheel update, heated mirrors and integrated indicator repeaters in the blind spot mirrors, tri-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery in the front row and the second (third row vinyl), heated front seats, computers updated board, rear seat audio controls and a 10-speaker Bose audio system with iPod / USB audio interface. SLT-2 contains a power-folding mirrors, driver memory functions, a four-way power passenger seat, and access to additional options. These include ventilated front seats and the Technology Package, which brings the xenon lights, Head-Up Display and the audio controls the load.
The Denali has all the SLT-2 are optional parts, and a unique style flourishes inside and out, the 20-inch chrome wheels, an increase of sound, steering wheel wood-trim and a panoramic sunroof.
The sunroof is optional for all other Acadias but the bottom of the SL. The same goes for the rear seat entertainment center, which includes a Bose audio surround sound system. SLT and Denali pieces can also be equipped with a navigation system that includes real-time traffic and the touch screen.
Engines and performance
Every 2012 GMC Acadia is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 that produces 288 hp and 270 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed automatic, front-wheel drive are standard, but four-wheel drive is optional.
In performance testing of a mechanically identical Chevy Traverse front-wheel drive, it took 8.2 seconds to go from zero to 60 mph. According to estimates by the EPA, an Acadia FWD returned 17 mpg highway mpg and 19 mpg city/24 combined. The choice of this four-wheel drive drops to 16/23/19.
Security
ABS, traction control and stability control, front seat side airbags and curtain side airbags half of all three rows are standard on all 2012 GMC Acadia. In addition to the standard one-year, GM's OnStar service, including turn-by-turn directions and hands-free phone connection.
In braking tests, Acadia with a 18-inch wheels and tires stopped 135 meters. The Ford Flex and Mazda CX-9 better. Opt for 20-inch wheels and tires provide the closest competitors of Acadia, with a stop of 130 feet.
Government crash tests, consultations, Acadia earned a five star overall rating of performance, four out of five stars is because the frontal impact protection and five stars for side impact protection.
Acadia also made safe for the road crash tests Security Institute, where he earned the highest rating of "good" in frontal crash tests and lateral offset.
 |
| 2012 GMC Acadia SUV interior |
Interior Design and Special Features
Inside the spacious cabin, 2012 Acadia is an attractive layout, with two-tone chrome trim accent of stress (including Denali wood grain accents). Unfortunately, this crop is prone to reflect the sun the eye of the driver and front passenger. Two other drawbacks are minor and clear buttons for the audio and climate control and external visibility that is more at risk than other competing vehicles. But in general, the build quality is strong and Acadia materials are slightly better than its brother, the Chevy Traverse.
Depending on the configuration, the Acadia seats seven passengers (with second row captain's chairs) or eight passengers (with a bench split-folding second row) in three rows. The first and second row seats are quite comfortable and supportive, and split-folding third row seat - an area that is often only children in many traditional SUVs - can accommodate adults in reasonable comfort.
Maximum load capacity is huge at 117 cubic feet with second row seats folded and third. Even with all three rows of seats in use, is a useful 24 cubic feet of luggage space. In total, Acadia vehicle much more convenient for people and goods as the largest in the GMC Yukon.
Driving Impressions
Like other major crossings of General Motors, the 2012 GMC Acadia is a delicate balance between security in the handling and comfortable ride. Still, always remember that this is a big heavy vehicle (it weighs nearly 5,000 pounds with four-wheel drive) and feels a bit bulkier than other large crosses on the market. However, compared with the base GMC Yukon, Acadia is a vehicle much more enjoyable and easier to drive. No complaints about the 288-hp V6, and allows you to organize faster in almost any situation and realizes the relatively good fuel economy.