How much does the 2019 GMC Acadia cost?

Prices have softened 10.01% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,454 listings available, which suggests solid inventory for comparison shopping.

If you find a listing below $17,481.63, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2019 GMC Acadia a good car?

Generally — 4.43/5 from owners and 8/10 from our experts. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Technology.

Owners consistently praise the smooth ride, stylish design, and family-friendly features. The Acadia also stands out for its upscale interior and solid driving dynamics, which fit its role as a more refined three-row midsize SUV.

That said, it is not trying to be the biggest or roomiest option in the class, and the third row can feel cramped. For you, that means the Acadia makes the most sense if you value comfort, polish, and everyday usability more than maximum cargo and passenger space.

With 30.8% of listings marked as good or great deals, there is enough market activity to reward careful shoppers.

Is the 2019 GMC Acadia reliable?

Owners rate it 4.43/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.

Owner feedback points to a dependable, trouble-free ownership experience for many shoppers, with praise centered on the Acadia’s smooth ride and family-friendly usefulness. The expert evaluation also describes it as a powerful and well-balanced machine that works well for regular daily driving.

If you are buying used, the main long-term risk is making sure prior maintenance and any recurring issues were handled before you commit.

What should I look for when buying a used 2019 GMC Acadia?

At 64.1% 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 pre-purchase inspection, especially if you are considering a higher-mileage example or one with multiple owners. Focus on body condition, interior wear, and evidence of prior repairs so you can separate a clean, well-kept SUV from one that has been through a harder life.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base SL covers the basics, but it lacks the more upscale feel and broader feature set found higher up the range. The SLE trims add convenience and appearance upgrades, while the SLT trims make much more of the desirable content standard.
• Powertrain: You get a 193-horsepower inline four-cylinder or a 310-horsepower 3.6-liter V6. The V6 is the stronger choice for acceleration and towing, while the four-cylinder is the efficiency play.
• Safety package: Driver Alert Package 1 adds blind-spot warning, lane-change alert, and rear park assist. Driver Alert Package 2 adds low-speed forward automatic braking, lane-departure warning, pedestrian detection, forward-collision alert, adaptive headlights and high beams, rear cross-traffic alert, and front and rear parking sensors.
• Infotainment: The base setup uses a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, five USB ports, and a WiFi hotspot. Higher trims add an 8-inch screen, and the Denali adds navigation.
• Fuel efficiency: The base four-cylinder FWD setup returns 21 mpg city, 26 highway, and 23 combined. The V6 AWD setup should return 17/25/20, and a test vehicle returned 19.8 mpg in mixed driving.

Which 2019 GMC Acadia trim should I buy?

The 2019 GMC Acadia is offered in 6 trim levels: SL, SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2, and Denali.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The SL is the bare-bones choice. It covers the essentials, but you miss out on the more premium look, broader convenience features, and the stronger feature content that show up higher in the lineup.
• Sweet-spot trim: The SLT-1 is the best value pick. It adds the V6, a larger touchscreen, a premium audio system, and more driver-assistance content, which makes it feel much more complete.
• Premium/top trim: The Denali is the luxury-leaning choice. It adds the most upscale exterior and interior touches, navigation, and the larger driver display.
• Off-road trim: The Acadia is not really positioned as an off-road-first SUV, so the daily-driver trims make more sense for most shoppers.

The SLT trims are the most balanced choice if you want the Acadia’s upscale feel without overpaying for extras you may not use every day.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2019 GMC Acadia?

This is a moderate buyer’s market, so selective shoppers should have room to negotiate.

• Deal availability: 30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,454 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.01% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 64.1% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $17,481.63, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2019 GMC Acadia's resale value?

The current average of $17,477 sits slightly below last year's $19,422.

That price movement suggests the Acadia has already absorbed a meaningful amount of depreciation, which can help future resale stability if you buy at the right price. If you keep mileage reasonable and choose a well-equipped trim, you should be in a better position when it is time to sell. Strong demand for family-friendly three-row SUVs can also help support used-market interest.

Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.43/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2019 GMC Acadia safe?

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

The Acadia comes standard with front- and side-impact airbags, a reversing camera, and traction control. Driver Alert Package 1 adds blind-spot warning, lane-change alert, and rear park assist, while Driver Alert Package 2 adds low-speed forward automatic braking, lane-departure warning, pedestrian detection, forward-collision alert, adaptive headlights and high beams, rear cross-traffic alert, and front and rear parking sensors.

That means the safety story is strongest on the higher trims, while lower trims leave some driver-assistance features on the table. If safety tech matters to you, it is worth targeting a trim with the fuller package.

Should I buy a 2019 GMC Acadia or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2019 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2019 if:

• 30.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 64.1% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 10.01% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.43/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
• It pairs an upscale cabin with solid driving dynamics and a more refined feel than many rivals.

Consider the 2018 if:

• At $15,610, the 2018 costs less than the current year's $17,477 average.
• It broadened V6 availability and improved handling, braking, and fuel economy.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $20,568, the 2020 costs more than the current year's $17,477 average.
• It adds a refresh with bolder styling, updated tech, and a new AT4 trim.

The bottom line: The 2019 is the right pick if you want the Acadia’s upscale personality at a softened market price. If your priority is saving money, the 2018 is the value path; if you want newer styling and updated tech, the 2020 is the upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.