2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1
The base model for this mid-sized front-wheel drive crossover, the 2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 seats eight in three rows, and can hold anywhere from 19.7 cubic feet to 117 cubic feet when both rear rows fold flat. Riding on a four-wheel independent suspension, the SUV runs on a 3.6-liter DOHC V6 with variable valve timing. It gets 275-hp and 251 ft-lbs of torque and is paired wtih a 6-speed shiftable automatic.
Both rows split-fold 60/40, and the second row moves three inches to adjust for extra legroom or more cargo space. Longer rear passenger doors ease access to the third row. The cargo area comes with an organizer and in-floor storage. Full power features include remote entry, heated folding mirrors, and wheel-mounted cruise control. Power front seats and remote start cost extra. Also part of the standard package are intermittent front and rear wipers, a CD/MP3 player with satellite radio, front and rear air conditioning, a tachometer, and an aluminum roof rack. Second row captain's chairs with center console are optional, as is a DVD player, upgraded 10-speaker Bose system, rear audio controls, a 6-CD changer, and tri-zone climate control.
To earn its five-star safety ratings, the 2008 Acadia SLE-1 offers up 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes with brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution, dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all rows, traction and stability control, 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, a tire monitor, and OnStar. Foglights, automatic halogen headlamps, and daytime running lights help light the way. Parking sensors can be added. An optional tow hitch helps tow up to 4500 pounds.
2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 AWD
Adding the full-time Intelligent AWD system to the 2008 GMC Acadia SLE-1 AWD allows the mid-sized crossover SUV to automatically distribute torque to the wheels with the most slippage. The default setting is front-wheel drive. It comes with a limited slip center differential. The absence of low-range gearing and the 7.4 inches of ground clearance profhibit off-roading. The Macpherson strut front and multilink rear suspension gives the crossover a car-like feel. 18-inch alloy wheels with all-season tires, traction and stability control, and 4-wheel disc and ABS brakes provide extra driving assurance.
Other four-star safety features include dual front-side and side curtain airbags for all three rows, OnStar, automatic halogen lamps, foglights, and a tire monitor. Rear parking sensors are available. The 2008 Acadia SLE-1 AWD features three rows for eight passengers, though captain's chairs can replace the second row bench for 7-passenger seating. Both rows split-fold 60/40 and fold flat, and the second row moves fore and aft for more legroom and easier third row access. The cargo area comes with tie-downs and an organizer and can be equipped with a net and cover. It starts at 19.7 cubic feet and opens up to 117. A roof rack is also standard.
Powering the 2008 Acadia SLE-1 AWD is a 275-hp 3.6-liter DOHC V6 with variable valve timing, matched wtih a 6-speed shiftable automatic. Towing power tops out at 4500 pounds with the optional tow hitch. Well-outfitted for a base model, the SUV offers power windows, locks, and power heated mirrors, remote entry, wheel-mounted cruise control, front and rear climate control, a CD/MP3 player with new satellite radio, a temperature readout and compass, and power and tilt steering. You can add remote start and a 6-way power driver's and 2-way power passenger seat. Also optional are a 6-CD changer with Bose surround sound system, tri-zone climate control, and a DVD player.
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