Used 2017 GMC Acadia for Sale nearSalt Lake City, UT

How much does the 2017 GMC Acadia cost?

Prices have softened 10.86% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,862 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of options to compare.

Is the 2017 GMC Acadia a good car?

Yes — the 2017 GMC Acadia 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 versatile seating. You also get strong family-friendly appeal, plus the kind of comfort and cargo flexibility that makes it useful for daily driving and weekend trips.

That lines up with the Acadia’s role as a redesigned, more modern midsize crossover with a lighter footprint and updated engineering. If you want a comfortable, well-equipped SUV that feels more contemporary than the outgoing version, this year fits that use case well.

31.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which suggests there are still worthwhile opportunities in the market.

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 dependable, trouble-free ownership experience for many shoppers, with repeated praise for comfort and everyday usability. That kind of response suggests you can count on it as a family vehicle if you choose carefully.

The expert evaluation also emphasizes the Acadia’s updated engineering and more efficient design, which supports the case for long-term use. Still, you should pay close attention to maintenance history and how the vehicle has been driven, since used-SUV ownership risk always rises when prior care is unclear.

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 confirm whether any reported damage was repaired properly. After that, prioritize a pre-purchase inspection so you can check for wear, uneven panel gaps, and signs that the vehicle’s condition doesn’t match the listing description.

Focus on how the SUV drives, how the electronics work, and whether the seating and cargo areas show the kind of wear you’d expect from family use. If you’re shopping a higher-trim example, make sure the added equipment is fully functional.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base SL trim already includes 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, leather, a Bose stereo, and more advanced driver aids. The base trim is the biggest feature gap to watch if you want more comfort and safety tech.
• Powertrain: You can shop this Acadia with a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine or a 3.6-liter V6. The 4-cylinder is efficient at 21 mpg city, 26 highway, 23 combined, while the V6 brings stronger acceleration and returns 18 mpg city and 25 highway 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. The full suite is reserved for the Denali with its optional Technology package.
• Infotainment: The Acadia uses Intellilink with a 7-inch screen on the base trim and an 8-inch screen on the Denali. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and OTA capability are not stated in the source data.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.5-liter engine returns 21 mpg city, 26 highway, 23 combined in FWD form, while the AWD V6 is rated at 18 mpg city and 25 highway for 21 combined.

Which 2017 GMC Acadia trim should I buy?

The 2017 GMC Acadia is offered in 6 trim levels: SL, SLE1, SLE2, SLT1, SLT2, Denali.

Here's the short version:

• SL: This is the value entry point if you want the redesigned Acadia’s core tech without stretching your budget. You get the 2.5-liter engine, 6-speed automatic, FWD, tri-zone climate control, keyless entry, a 7-inch touchscreen, and smartphone integration, making it the best-value starting point for shoppers who want a lot of equipment for the money.
• SLE1: This trim adds LED running lights and satellite radio, and it’s the first step up if you want a little more polish than the SL. It’s a sensible choice if those extras matter more to you than jumping straight to the pricier V6 trims.
• SLE2: This is the trim that stands out as the sweet spot. It adds the V6, heated front seats, power liftgate, roof rails, remote ignition, and second-row captain’s chairs, which makes it the most balanced pick for many families.
• SLT1: If you want a more upscale cabin and more driver-assistance tech, this trim adds leather, an upgraded driver display, a Bose stereo, and the Driver Alert 1 package. It suits you if comfort and safety features matter more than keeping the price down.
• SLT2: This is the better choice if you want the most advanced standard safety content before stepping into Denali territory. It adds 20-inch wheels, heated second-row seats, a trailering package, and the Driver Alert II package.
• Denali: This is the luxury pick, with an 8-inch touchscreen, navigation, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, xenon headlights, a hands-free liftgate, and available Technology package features like adaptive cruise and a surround-view camera.

The safety-package content is concentrated in the upper trims, so if driver-assistance features matter to you, you’ll want to shop above the base model.

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

The market looks selective rather than overheated, so you can shop with some leverage if you stay patient.

• Deal availability: 31.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,862 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.86% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 61.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $13,077, 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 $13,184 sits slightly below last year's $14,790.

That decline tells you the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable entry point today. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim rather than on broad market momentum alone.

Well-equipped examples with strong maintenance records should hold up better than rougher ones, especially if they have the features shoppers want most. If you buy carefully now, you’ll be in a better position to protect value later.

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 and four-star ratings in all other NHTSA tests.

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

The Acadia includes standard 4-wheel antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, a full airbag suite, and GM’s Teen Driver technology. Driver Alert 1 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.

If you want the most advanced safety setup, you’ll need to move up to the Denali and its optional Technology package for adaptive cruise with full-speed automatic braking and a surround-view camera. That trim-level gap matters if safety tech is a priority for your shopping list.

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:

• 31.0% 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 10.86% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.73/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The redesign brought a lighter body, a new 4-cylinder engine, and a more modern feel.

Consider the 2018 if:

• At $15,549, the 2018 costs more than the current year's $13,184 average.
• V6 availability expands to more trims.

The bottom line: If you want the better value today, the 2017 is the stronger buy because pricing has softened and inventory is healthy. 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 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.