How much does the GMC Acadia cost in today's market?

Used GMC Acadia prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The GMC Acadia's current nationwide average price is $24,082, and its year-round low is $24,058.92. That puts you in a strong position to shop across a broad range of model years and trim levels. The pricing data shows a wide spread from newer to older models, giving you room to prioritize budget, features, or condition.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2023, 2024, and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the GMC Acadia a good car?

Yes — the GMC Acadia earns strong marks from owners across the lineup.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.61/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Acadia for its spacious interior, comfortable ride, and family-friendly layout. Many also highlight its smooth driving feel and the value it delivers, along with appreciation for the available V-6 engine in earlier models. Across the years, the Acadia stands out as a practical SUV that fits passengers and cargo well while still feeling upscale enough for many shoppers.

Expert reviews rate the 2019 and 2017 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs in recent expert reviews center on fuel economy, cargo space in some configurations, and technology that can feel less polished than the rest of the package. Design and driving character also come up as recurring discussion points, especially in newer models.

31.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are GMC Acadia models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the GMC Acadia as a comfortable, spacious SUV with broad family appeal, and expert reviews reinforce its strong everyday usability. Across the model years, the Acadia is repeatedly praised for its roomy cabin, smooth ride, and practical layout.

• Owners rate the GMC Acadia between 4.33 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking condition carefully and focusing on well-maintained examples, especially on older model years.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 76.1% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2021 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: 23 mpg combined (20 mpg city, 27 mpg highway) with FWD and 21 mpg combined (19 mpg city, 24 mpg highway) with AWD.
• Infotainment: a standard 11-inch digital instrument cluster and 15-inch touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus Google built-in apps.

Which GMC Acadia trim should I buy?

The 2024 GMC Acadia offers...

• Elevation: This is the entry trim and the best-value starting point, with 18-inch wheels, a standard 11-inch digital instrument cluster, a 15-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a strong list of standard driver-assist features.
• AT4: This trim adds all-wheel drive, a twin-clutch system tuned for off-road driving, a 1.2-inch ride height lift, skid plates, Terrain drive mode, red tow hooks, and model-specific 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires.
• Denali: This trim adds a more upscale look and feel with standard 20-inch wheels, optional 22-inch wheels, leather seats, fractal-stitch detailing, and a distinctive grille design.

What GMC Acadia do most buyers choose?

The GMC Acadia years with the most listings are 2022, 2024, and 2023.

These higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you a strong mix of availability, pricing, and feature content. When more listings are on the market, you usually have more room to compare condition, mileage, and trim levels before you buy.

What is the GMC Acadia's resale value?

Most model years in the Acadia lineup are showing clear year-over-year price declines, which can create better opportunities for used buyers. The biggest drops are concentrated in several older and mid-cycle years, while the newest models are changing more gradually. That pattern gives you a wide range of entry points depending on how much feature content and age you want to balance.

The 2023, 2025, and 2021 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the GMC Acadia safe?

• 2024: 7/10
• 2020: 6/10
• 2019: 7/10
• 2018: 8/10
• 2017: 6/10
• 2014: 9/10

For the safest used buy, the 2014 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used GMC Acadia now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −3.0% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −11.9%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 32.1% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2022 model has the most listings at a current average price of $25,933. The GMC Acadia offers a spacious cabin that works well for families and everyday use.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: For 2024, every GMC Acadia is powered by a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Shared with the 2024 Chevy Traverse, this engine produces 328 horsepower and 326 pound-feet of torque.
• Tech: For 2024, the Acadia gains a standard 11-inch digital instrument cluster and 15-inch touchscreen that supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as a standard 12-speaker Bose audio system.
• Safety: While it’s not a standard feature, the 2024 Acadia is the first GMC model to offer the Super Cruise driver-assist system as an option on all trim levels.
• Starting price: Pricing starts at $43,995 for the FWD Acadia Elevation base model.

If you're buying used today, the 2022 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 14, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.