Used 2017 GMC Acadia for Sale nearCharlotte, NC

How much does the 2017 GMC Acadia cost?

Prices have softened 10.41% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,913 listings available, which suggests you should have a workable range of choices.

Is the 2017 GMC Acadia a good car?

Yes — it earns a 4.73/5 user rating and a 7.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel, Cost effectiveness, and Technology.

Owners consistently praise the smooth ride, spacious interior, and strong feature content. The Acadia also comes through as a good fit for families and outdoor-oriented buyers who want comfort and versatile seating without giving up modern convenience.

From an overview standpoint, you’re looking at a redesigned, smaller, lighter Acadia with a more contemporary feel and improved V6 power. That makes it appealing if you want a midsize crossover that feels updated rather than old-school.

30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals, so there’s still some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2017 GMC Acadia reliable?

Owners rate it 4.73/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a vehicle that feels dependable in daily use, with a smooth ride and a comfortable, family-friendly cabin that many buyers can count on. The expert evaluation also emphasizes the Acadia’s updated engineering and more efficient design, which supports the impression of a well-sorted redesign.

The main ownership risk for used buyers is making sure the specific vehicle has been maintained well, since a few reported issues can matter more as mileage climbs.

What should I look for when buying a used 2017 GMC Acadia?

At 61.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should start with a vehicle-history report and then prioritize a careful inspection of bodywork, alignment, and signs of prior repair. It’s also smart to focus on how the cabin, electronics, and drivetrain feel in real use, since condition can vary a lot from one listing to another.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base SL brings a 7-inch touchscreen, reversing camera, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, while higher trims add features like LED running lights, heated front seats, a power liftgate, leather, and upgraded displays. The base trim is well equipped, but you’ll need to move up for more comfort and convenience features.
• Powertrain: The 2.5-liter 4-cylinder makes 193 hp and 188 lb-ft and returns 21 mpg city, 26 highway, 23 combined in FWD form. The 3.6-liter V6 makes 310 hp and 271 lb-ft and is paired with stronger acceleration and 18 mpg city, 25 highway, 21 combined in AWD form.
• Safety package: Driver Alert 1 adds blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear parking sensors. Driver Alert II adds lane-keep assist, auto high beams, front parking sensors, and low-speed forward-collision warning with auto braking, while the optional Technology package adds a surround-view camera and adaptive cruise with full-speed auto braking.
• Infotainment: The Acadia uses a 7-inch touchscreen on lower trims and an 8-inch unit in the Denali, with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and OTA capability not mentioned in the source data.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.5-liter FWD model is rated at 21 mpg city, 26 highway, 23 combined, while the AWD V6 is rated at 18 mpg city, 25 highway, 21 combined.

Which 2017 GMC Acadia trim should I buy?

The 2017 GMC Acadia is offered in 5 trim levels: SL, SLE1, SLE2, SLT1, SLT2.

Here's the short version:

• SL: This is the value play if you want the lowest entry price and still want a lot of equipment, including the 2.5-liter engine, 6-speed automatic, FWD, tri-zone climate control, keyless ignition, heated mirrors, CarPlay, Android Auto, and a Wi-Fi hotspot.
• SLE1: Choose this if you want the SL’s basics plus AWD availability and LED running lights, but don’t need the stronger V6 or the more substantial comfort upgrades.
• SLE2: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds the V6 option, heated front seats, a power liftgate, roof rails, remote ignition, and second-row captain’s chairs that improve access and family usability.
• SLT1: Step here if you want a more premium feel, with leather, an upgraded driver display, power front seats with lumbar, a Bose stereo, and the Driver Alert 1 safety package.
• SLT2: This is the right pick if you want the most advanced safety and luxury content short of the Denali, including 20-inch wheels, heated second-row seats, the trailering package, and Driver Alert II.

The safety-package content is strongest as you move up the lineup, and the Denali is the only trim tied to the optional Technology package with the full camera and adaptive cruise features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2017 GMC Acadia?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,913 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.41% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 61.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $13,072, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2017 GMC Acadia's resale value?

The current average of $13,122 sits slightly below last year's $14,647.

That decline suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you as a buyer but may limit upside if you’re thinking about short-term resale. If you buy well now, you’re starting from a lower price base than last year’s shoppers did, which can reduce depreciation pressure in the near term.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.73/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2017 GMC Acadia safe?

The 2017 GMC Acadia earns five-star ratings in frontal crash tests and four-star ratings in all other NHTSA tests.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety equipment includes 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, a full airbag suite, and GM’s Teen Driver technology. The Driver Alert 1 package adds blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear parking sensors, while Driver Alert II adds lane-keep assist, auto high beams, front parking sensors, and low-speed forward-collision warning with auto braking.

A key caveat is that the most advanced safety tech is not available on lower trims, so you may need to shop higher in the lineup if those features matter to you.

Should I buy a 2017 GMC Acadia or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2017 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2017 if:

• 30.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 61.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.41% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.73/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The redesign brought a smaller, lighter body with a new 4-cylinder engine and improved efficiency.

Consider the 2018 if:

• At $15,476, the 2018 costs more than the current year's $13,122 average.
• V6 power became available to more trims.

The bottom line: If you want the better value, the 2017 is the smarter buy because it’s cheaper and still well liked by owners. If you’re willing to spend more for broader V6 availability, the 2018 is the better path for stronger performance.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.