2009 GMC Acadia Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Although classified as a midsize crossover, in a class with the Buick Enclave, Honda Pilot, and Saturn Outlook, the 2009 GMC Acadia actually measures almost as long and wide as the full-size Yukon. Its class-leading passenger and cargo room and long list of standard features make it a standout for families needing lots of versatile space.
For 2009, the Acadia gets a direct-injection version of its 3.6-liter DOHC V8 engine, boosting horsepower to 288 and torque to 270 lb-ft. Paired with a 6-speed automatic, fuel economy ratings remain around 16/24 mpg, despite the addition of variable valve timing. The extra power is needed, but still feels inadequate to move this 4,700-pound truck. Other new features for 2009 include standard Bluetooth and satellite radio with real-time traffic for all trims. The SLT trims get more options, such as a rearview camera, heated and cooled front seats, and OnStar with Turn-by-Turn navigation.
Available in SLE, SLT-1, and SLT-2 trims, the 2009 Acadia comes in either front-wheel or intelligent all-wheel drive. The AWD system automatically redistributes torque between the front and rear wheels when it senses slippage. In conjunction with brake assist, ABS brakes and stability control, it helps provide a more stable and secure ride. Front-wheel-drive models get standard traction control. The Acadia's strong five-star safety record makes it appealing to families. Dual-stage front airbags, side impact bags with rollover sensors, and side curtain bags for all three rows are also standard. Thick pillars obscure both side and rear visibility, leading many to opt for the rearview camera.
The base SLE offers power windows, locks, and mirrors, cruise control, and CD player, but the Acadia gets downright luxurious as you move into the SLT trims. Power front seats, leather upholstery, and wheel-mounted and rear seat audio controls come with the SLT-1, while the SLT-2 adds xenon headlights and heated and cooled front seats. Only available for the SLT are a navigation system, DVD player, and new two-panel sunroof.
The 2009 Acadia seats up to eight passengers in three rows. Optional captain's chairs for the second row can replace the standard bench, reducing capacity to seven. Both rear rows fold flat, with the second row also sliding 3 inches to increase legroom and ease of access to the third row. With the seats up, the Acadia holds 20 cubic feet of cargo, but this expands to 117 cubic feet. Underfloor storage, storage consoles, and a roof rack provide additional space. The SLT trims feature a power liftgate. The roomy comfort is supplemented by convenient controls and alloy accents. A low step-in height also makes the Acadia family-friendly.
Though the biggest complaints focus on poor gas mileage and difficult maneuverability, the 2009 Acadia's interior comfort and space, combined with a surprisingly smooth and quiet ride and reliable safety ratings, keep it a strong competitor in its field.
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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 · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 6
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
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: rear · 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
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · 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: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Camera system: rearview
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
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: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Third Row Seat
Type: split-bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · 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 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: rear volume control · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 6
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
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor 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 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · 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
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · 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: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black
Safety
Camera system: rearview
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Passenger Seating: 7 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
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: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · 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 · 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 · Third row side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 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: 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
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor 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 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: cargo net
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · 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 monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
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: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Camera system: rearview
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 · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
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: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · 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 · 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 · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 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
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor 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 · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Parking sensors: rear · Power outlet(s): 115V · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · Storage: storage organizer
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.16 · Limited slip differential: center
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · 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 monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: heated
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Manual Adjustments: 2 · Power adjustments: 2
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Camera system: rearview
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 · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
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: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · 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 · 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 · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 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 · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 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
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · 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
Axle ratio: 3.16
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · 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 monitor size: 7 · Video system: auxiliary audio/video input
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: sliding sunshade
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger Seating: 8 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
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: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Navigation system: touch screen display · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Third Row Seat
Type: split-bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual 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 · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Rear headphone jacks · Wireless headphones · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · Bose premium brand speakers · AM/FM radio · Rear audio: separate rear audio · XM with NavTraffic satellite radio · 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
Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: second row · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: cruise controls · 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
Engine
Alternator: 170 amps
Exterior Features
Body side moldings: body-color · Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · License plate bracket: front · Mirror color: body-color · 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 monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: driver side auto-dimming
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: captains chairs
Roof
Rear sunroof: fixed glass · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Sunroof: power glass
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Heated: front seats · Passenger Seating: 8 · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: flat · Third row seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
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: twin-tube gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: OnStar
Third Row Seat
Type: split-bench
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: chrome
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Rear wiper: with washer
