Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
16 City / 23 HWY
Horsepower
281 -288
Seats
7 -8
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Joe P
Smooth ride and goes through snow great.
The truck is very comfortable, drives very smooth. Gas mileage isn't all that great for a 6 cylinder but that is ok, gas is cheap. The truck is very good in the snow and goes through easily. Interior is very good and comfortable. Computer screen is large and sound system is very good also
accountCircle Jessica F
It's definitely worth the money you pay for it. It's for anyone like me that wants the space for a family without buying a minivan.
I love everything about it. It looks classy and it's roomy. Perfect size for my family.
accountCircle Jennifer P
Ac front and rear controls. Enough storage. Bluetooth connection.
I have a basic model GMC Acadia. It does not have leather seats or heated seats. The cloth seats are easy to clean and do not get hot during the summer. The review camera is great. The back up lines curve with the car which is helpful. The ac control is in the middle row. The ac in the third row is great. There is plenty of storage when the third row is up. I wish there was navigation, but using the smartphone gets me by. The gas mileage is about 19 mpg on average. I drive in town and interstate daily. Overall, this is the best care I have bought!
accountCircle Rebecca G
Lots of extras on the 2015 acadia.
I love my car. The automatic windows and seats make adjusting comfort easy. The Acadia 2015 has a back-up camera that help you see the backside of car before you back up. The car is also equipped with Bluetooth so you can be safe talking on phone while driving.
accountCircle Katrina L
The acids is very reliable and has tons of extras.
I love my Acadia!! Haven't had any issues with it at all.Very spacious as well. My kids love the DVD system.It's been very reliable and I have had it 2.5 years. I plan on keeping this car long term. My favorite feature is the remote start and heated seats.
accountCircle Elizabeth W
I love how much it can haul and it is size.
I like the room my SUV has. I like how my SUV drives. I have no complaints or dislikes about my gmc.
accountCircle Carla S
It is a very safe car to drive.
I like the comfort of the seat. Is nice to have room for 2 car seats in back. There is limited road noise.
accountCircle Dena C
Awesome Acadia -- best midsize SUV out there!
I love this vehicle! It is big, spacious and fits me and my 3 boys! It drives like a truck and has great pick up. I love the big windshield and that really allows me to see out of the front. I love the backup camera so much! I also like the automatic back up cargo door so that when I am running out of the grocery store it is already ready and up and ready for me to load them up! There are air controls in the back that make it easier and comfortable to change the temperature for everyone. I also like the sun roof! Definitely recommend this vehicle!

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Matt G
You will find better value in a different vehicle.
It's slow. The visibility is not the best. It's built cheaply.
accountCircle Maria Za
Don't buy they have trans problems.
I started with transmission problems at 86,000 miles. I was never informed by the dealer it had a powertrains warranty of 100,000. I ran into an insurance adjuster who told me about it. Well by then I was over by 5 miles. I had previously gone to 5 different Gmc dealerships with possible trans problems and no one mentioned the warranty. I was recommended a transmission oil change, which I did do.I am now at 156,000 (I travel alot) and it would not go past 20mph. I brought it to the dealership, who sent me to gmc and they in turn sent me back to dealership. Most people won't drive as much as I do in such a short time. So it can be a few years before you realize you on the same boat as me.
accountCircle Kara S
2015 GMC Acadia charcoal grey.
Runs well, loaded with features, power windows and locks, ac, heat for individual zones, seats 7, cargo space in the back, leather seating, floor mats, digital dash display, tells you the usual plus oil life, air pressure for the tires, Sirius radio capable.
accountCircle Laura L
Not great for large families.
This car drives well, however it is not great for a large family. The car seat latches/anchors are in awkward places and the car only has the bare minimum. Additionally, there is not room along the back seat for multiple seats side by side. It is very tight when we are all in the car.
accountCircle Sonya Y
My truck needs rear view mirrors that defrost.
My truck is cool it could be a little more roomy in the front and have a little more storage space but I like the fact that the back row folds down for additional storage. I don't like that there's no defrost on my rearview mirrors. The gas is expensive but I only have to fill up every week and a half.
accountCircle Kristen D
Clicking sound front drivers side.
Clicking noise that we cannot figure out what is wrong. Have tried replacing several parts with no solution. Very aggravating! Hundreds of dollars spent with no solution. One last part needs to be replaced. Hopefully will solve the issue. Apparently it is no a safety issue.
accountCircle C W
Good car good ride enjoyment.
It handles pretty well I like the acceleration the all wheel drive however Does burn a oil I like the heated seats and the remote start. The handling is good and the back up camera is excellent. The leather interior and the seat warmers a great. Work well.
accountCircle Katie M
Highs and lows of the 2015 Acadia.
The car is comfortable and reliable. The interior plastic falls apart easily and the seat belts lock frequently, making it hard to buckle every time each belt is used. The AWD has never failed me. The seats feel like they're stuffed with heavy plastic.

GMC Acadia Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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SLE
281 HP 19 MPG 7-8 Seats
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SLT
281 HP 19 MPG 7-8 Seats
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Denali
288 HP 19 MPG 7-8 Seats
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2015 GMC Acadia Owner Reviews

4.41
323 Reviews
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5 stars 54%
4 stars 34%
3 stars 11%
2 stars 1%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Samantha P on May 24, 2021
Comfortable for long and short trips!
This vehicle performance is great! The space inside is wonderful and you do not feel like you are sitting on top of anyone, also great for pet owners! The seating options in each row is adjustable and great leg room even in the back row. Driver's seat adjustments are excellent and variable for both smaller stature as well and long legged or taller people. I feel very secure in this car as a woman with small children, and the ride is smooth as well. I really enjoy having a rear view camera and my side view mirrors adjust with a large range! I have driven cross country multiple times with a family of 4 plus a dog and also even towed a trailer, it is always cozy and enjoyable.
accountCircle Baylee W on May 17, 2021
Great looking and riding mom ride!
We love the gas mileage, the way it tows our boat and the comfort of long car rides. As a family of 6, it seems like a right for most of the time and we would really love more storage space. But we love the option with the hitch we can add just about everything.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Carol P.

It is good with saving gas, huge interior space and have a soft drive. In total is a good value. Very comfortable for 7 people and good looking exterior. Family friendly SUV it has 3rd row seating. It has a V6 engine.

likeFilled George B.

Pros: Great family vehicle. Three rows of seating and child friendly with TV in the back. Luxury all wheel SUV. Very sturdy vehicle. The all wheel drive capability is far superior to four wheel. Cons: Large SUV. Trying to park in tight spots or busy areas is tough. No blind side mirror sensor causes a large blind spot. Gas mileage is low.

likeFilled Stacey D.

The size - it is not too big and not too small. Easily maneuvered. Comfortable seating. Quiet ride. Captain chairs. Backing camera. Plenty of legroom in all 3 rows. Roomy enough for large family - seats 7. 2Nd and 3rd row seats collapse flat. Large enough to move furniture.

likeFilled Amber H.

Captain seating, and heated seats. Driver memory function and 3d speedometer on windscreen. It has auto start which is very helpful in the winter. A sunroof and a moonroof across the back. As with the Denali package you have a DVD player and TVs with wireless headphones.

likeFilled Keila C.

Pros- this truck is for the most part Safe for all your family including infants, affordable, capacious, and comfortable with great technology available for a smooth ride. Cons- expensive gas consumption, not too fast.

likeFilled Joe P.

Rides very smooth, powerful engine, comfortable seats, interior is nice and easy to clean, sound system is very good, a lot of room for cargo, easy to get golf clubs out and a lot of room even with first row of back seats up.

likeFilled Latoya H.

I love the smooth ride the two sunroofs. The tenet windows and all the gadgets to comes with it. Such as the navigation, backup camera, Bluetooth, leather seats, heated seats and cruise control. I love the hands-free talk. I love my vehicle.

likeFilled Jessica H.

It's very spacious and easy to use. The seats fold down for more storage and the sunroof and sound system are amazing. Being able to control the temp on each side of the car is new and useful as well as being able to control them from the back.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Carol P.

The only thing I can say is that the car is lowering value in comparison with other cars. The Acadia had some big trouble in the first release. The transmission proved to be a truly weak point with this wave of Acadia. The transmission would completely give out and needing a full replacement.

dislikeFilled George B.

The vehicle has bad blind spots and no mirror sensor. The turning radius is not great. Gas mileage is bad for in town driving. The car tough for urban driving. The leg heat burns your feet while driving if heat is above 72 degrees.

dislikeFilled Stacey D.

Not the best gas mileage because of it is size. Requires larger tires when you have to replace them. No heated seats or steering wheel. No dual climate control. 3Rd row middle seat belt difficult to store away. Cannot receive texts through the onboard system, is not compatible with imessages.

dislikeFilled Amber H.

I hate it's not push start. I have to always fumble for the keys. Also mine doesn't seem like it rides smooth and jumps at times. Think something is about to break. Also when autostart comes on unless it's really cold even if your seat heaters are when you shut off the car they don't come back on.

dislikeFilled Keila C.

Expensive gas consumption. Big size does not fit just anywhere. Average speed not a fast car so will not be suitable for those who like speed. Expensive MSRP since it is a big car. Everything else is pretty decent about this truck I find it a very useful car for a big family.

dislikeFilled Joe P.

The only con is that it does not get very good gas mileage. Pick up is not very good although it has a six cylinder. I am very happy with the truck and don't really have anything else to say. All around the truck is a good value.

dislikeFilled Latoya H.

The only thing I can say that I do not like about my vehicle is the fact that I do not have Wi-Fi in. If I had Wi-Fi will make my life so much easier with the kids. A DVD player would be amazing in it.

dislikeFilled Jessica H.

The headlights do not feel very bright during the rain. It's hard to get the info I want to show on the dash read out. The middle seats are hard to maneuver and move around. The middle seats don't move back for enough to use a rear facing toddler car seats and have someone sitting in the front seat.

Ranks #15 Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2015 GMC Acadia has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #15 of 20 other Midsize SUVs.

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4.74
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4.71
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4.44

Ranks #7 Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2015 GMC Acadia has a combined MPG of 27 which ranks it #7 of 20 other Midsize SUVs.

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34 MPG
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33 MPG
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23 MPG

Is The 2015 GMC Acadia A Good Car?

Yes. It is perfect for our needs. Love the captain seats and 3rd row option. It drives nice. It has a good amount of room for us.
Michelle W.
Yes, has worked well so far but could better as some problems pop up once in a while and it is annoying.
Diana R.
Yes! I have 4 kids and really didn't want to buy a minivan. We all fit very comfortably in this vehicle.
Keegan C.
Yes we love our GMC, it's very large outside and spacious inside. This is the perfect SUV fit road trips which we love as a family that always needs more room.
Carla A.
Yes very reliable. Love the roomy interior. My family loves to travel in this vehicle. Very sporty. We have not had any major problems with our Acadia.
Charlotte G.
No- several sensors have gone bad on it. All of the error codes on the dash are annoying. It seems there is a problem with the electrical system. Also, the molding around the gas cap is also falling... Read More
Jamie M.
I am not sure, I have been experiencing issues with the emissions system and I only have 59000 miles on. The vehicle feels sluggish but once on the road I have a smooth ride.
La Tasha N.
Yes, the 2015 GMC Acadia is a good vehicle. It is reliable, good on gas and a great family car. The features offer something good for adults and kids to make car rides fun.
Flor M.

How Reliable Is The 2015 GMC Acadia?

It is very reliable. We do not have any problems. I couldn't ask for a more reliable car for me and my family.
Michelle W.
Sometimes with breaks and with the software it runs, and it is annoying as I cannot play music or the radio.
Diana R.
It is very reliable I have driven it allot and haven't had any issues and I haven't come across any issues or problems.
Keegan C.
Yes very reliable. We have no problems at all with our GMC, so far so good and all is well with this vehicle.
Carla A.
No it has no problems. We have not had to put our vehicle in the shop for anything except to get our stereo replaced.
Charlotte G.
The motor runs and it gets from point a to point b but there are 3 different indicator lights on. Every time I turn it on, I wonder what error will come on next.
Jamie M.
The emissions system has sent a warning via OnStar. Every time I fill the vehicle up it does not start. I've used fuel injector cleaner and gas treatment to no avail. The vehicle also has a slow take... Read More
La Tasha N.
Our 2015 GMC Acadia has been nothing but reliable. We have not had any problems with it since leasing it and then purchasing the car.
Kate S.

Is The 2015 GMC Acadia A Good Value?

I think it is around $30,000 and we financed it. I think it is expensive but it is a good vehicle. Will be happy when it is paid off.
Michelle W.
Well it was good value when I bought it but after seeing too many problems I am starting to think otherwise.
Diana R.
We bought ours used and for what we payed I think we got a good deal. The newer module and the price are also spot on. This is a great vehicle.
Keegan C.
It was used but want to say 35,000 dollars used from the Chevrolet dealership we are financing it from.
Carla A.
Our 2015 Acadia was a just over $25,000. And yes we choose a vehicle that was a very good value and payments are reasonable.
Charlotte G.
I purchased mine used- so I think the price was too high knowing all the problems I have with it now.
Jamie M.
I do not believe it is a good value because of the emissions problem I paid around 35,000 for it about a year and a half ago. I feel I shouldn't have these sorts of problems so soon after the warranty... Read More
La Tasha N.
We purchased our vehicle for about $35,000 after the end of our lease. Compared to other cars around it is a great value because of the features that it came with.
John F.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why's my 2015 GMC Acadia headlights not working?

Answer: If both headlights on Your 2015 GMC Acadia stop functioning at the same time, it's probably the fuse for the headlights, which is going to be located in the engine compartment fuse box. Check that first. If...

What might cause my 2015 GMC Acadia check engine light to come on?

Answer: Quite simply, the check engine light being on in a 2015 GMC Acadia is a signal from the cars engine computer that something is wrong. If the light begins flashing, it indicates a more serious problem such as a...

What are some of the 2015 GMC Acadia power steering problems?

Answer: 2015 GMC Acadia power steering problems can come from low power steering fluid. To change the power steering fluid You will need to first locate the container, which will be under the hood near the window. It...

What are some of the 2015 gmc acadia denali transmission problems?

Answer: The 2015 GMC Acadia Denali transmission problems are usually either caused by a mechanical or computer problem. The type of problem that You are having will help determine whether or not it is a mechanical or...

2015 GMC Acadia: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The 2015 GMC Acadia is a very spacious SUV, in keeping with similar model years. Drivers will find only 24.1 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats fully deployed, but that balloons to a whopping 116.1 cubic...

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