2008 GMC Acadia Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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$29,255 to $37,665

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In its second year, the 2008 GMC Acadia adds more standard features to the already well-equipped three trims. The mid-size crossover comes available in front-wheel drive or AWD, which is revised this year with the Intelligent AWD system. It automatically adjusts torque and yaw according to driver information and road conditions. Adding extra security is a new brake assist feature and revised traction control. These join standard stability control, ABS brakes, dual front-side and side curtain airbags, and 18-inch alloy wheels for five-star safety ratings. Also new in 2008 is an optional rearview camera, bundled with a navigation system.

The 2008 Acadia comes in three trims -- SLE, SLT-1, and SLT-2. The SLE starts fully loaded with power features, a CD player, and cruise control, while the higher-end trims adds power front seats with driver's memory, heated leather upholstery, a CD changer, power liftgate, and rear audio controls. Satellite radio has been added to the equipment list this year. The SLE seats eight with benches in both the second and third row, while the SLT trims seat seven, substituting second row captain's chairs with their own new center storage console. The second row slides three inches forward and back to adjust for legroom, and both rear rows fold flat, expanding the 19.7 cubic foot cargo space to an impressive 117 cubic feet. The Acadia claims to have the largest storage room of any mid-sized SUV. A net is standard, as is an underfloor compartment, and the SLT2 adds a cargo cover.

All trims come with a 3.6-liter DOHC V8 that delivers 275-hp and 251 ft-lbs of torque at a low 3200 RPM. A 6-speed automatic with overdrive is the only transmission. The 2008 Acadia combines SUV versatility and space with car-like handling, but unfortunately retains an SUV's low fuel economy, averaging 16/22 mpg. On the outside, a rear spoiler, alloy wheels and chrome trim, dual exhaust tips, and revised larger dual projector headlights add stylish touches that appeal to owners and distinguish the crossover from its sister vehicles, the Saturn Outlook and Buick Enclave.

The 2008 Acadia seems to earn a host of rave reviews, mostly for its long list of standard features, quiet ride, low step-in height, and its roomy interior and cargo space. Parents like its family-friendly safety record and easily-accesible seats. Negative comments point out the low fuel economy, noticeable hesitation when downshifting, rear visibility issues, and the difficult maneuverability due to its large size.

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Published Aug 8, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
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by Paul R
Feb 01, 2024
The suv was in very deal and In good shapeFeb 01, 2024
by Jesús Guillermo L
Oct 07, 2022
Buenas tardes cuanto piden de anticipo por la camioneta ACADIA Oct 07, 2022
by Anonymous
Apr 26, 2022
I love this car.I dont have to hear my kids fighting. They will have entertainment. I love all the features. The price was reasonable.Apr 26, 2022

2008 GMC Acadia Pricing

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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones · Third row air conditioning: with independent controls · Single third row air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: door pockets

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.16

Exterior Features

License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Satellite communications: OnStar

Third Row Seat

Type: split-bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Single rear air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control third row air conditioning · Single third row air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo net

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 4 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.16 · Limited slip differential: center

Exterior Features

License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: black · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night

Passenger Seat

Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Roof rack color: black

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Satellite communications: OnStar

Third Row Seat

Type: split-bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: storage organizer

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.16

Exterior Features

License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: sliding sunshade

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 8 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Satellite communications: OnStar

Third Row Seat

Type: split-bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: second row · Cupholders: front, rear and third row · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

Axle ratio: 3.16

Exterior Features

License plate bracket: front · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: HID

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: dual-panel

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 8 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: touch screen display · Satellite communications: OnStar

Third Row Seat

Type: split-bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo net

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 6

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.16 · Limited slip differential: center

Exterior Features

License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: sliding sunshade

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 8 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Satellite communications: OnStar

Third Row Seat

Type: split-bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Third row side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: mast · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · In-Dash Single CD/DVD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 13.0 · Rear brake width: 0.8 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Center console: second row · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 115V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo net

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.16 · Limited slip differential: center

Exterior Features

License plate bracket: front · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: rear · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Headlights: Auto on

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated driver mirror

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 4

Rear Seats

Type: captains chairs

Roof

Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: dual-panel

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 8 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary

Spare Wheel

Rim Type: steel · Rim type: aluminum alloy

Suspension

Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Satellite communications: OnStar

Third Row Seat

Type: split-bench

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: aluminum

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent

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