2020 GMC Acadia vs 2019 Honda CR-V

2019 Honda CR-V
2019 Honda CR-V
$24,450MSRP
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2020 GMC Acadia
2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
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2019 Honda CR-V
$24,450MSRP
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2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
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Overview

MSRP

$24,450

MSRP

$29,800

Listings

1793

Listings

763

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Pros

  • Spacious third row

  • Easy-to-use technology

Cons

  • Advanced safety features are not standard

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

2019 Honda CR-V Reviews Summary

Refined, roomy, and historically reliable, the Honda CR-V has earned its status as one of the best selling vehicles in America. This is a safe SUV, too, and it returns good fuel economy while delivering lively performance. There are few reasons to cross the 2019 Honda CR-V off of your shopping list, and numerous reasons to drive one home from the dealership.

2020 GMC Acadia Reviews Summary

Long story short, as a friend of mine likes to say, GMC screwed up. This is just my opinion, of course, but when GMC redesigned the Acadia for the 2017 model year, the SUV shrank in size and switched to a softer look in order to plug a huge hole in the Buick-GMC SUV lineup.

Fast-forward to 2020, and GMC may have decided this move was a bad idea. As part of a refresh, the new Acadia adopts bolder styling and adds a new AT4 trim level with greater off-roading capability. Additional changes include the availability of a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a new nine-speed automatic transmission, and new and updated technology.

These revisions do help the Acadia to better stand out in what is now an ocean of midsize SUVs, from Hyundai to Kia and Honda to Toyota, and everything in between, but it’s up to GMC to make people aware of this fundamentally good, but oh-so-vanilla SUV. And the company must also address the Acadia’s questionable value.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.4L 184 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 193 hp I4

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

7

Horsepower

184 hp @ 6400 rpm

Horsepower

193 hp @ 6300 rpm

MPG City

26

MPG City

21

MPG Highway

32

MPG Highway

27
2019 Honda CR-V
2019 Honda CR-V
$24,450MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 GMC Acadia
2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2019 Honda CR-V
$24,450MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2020 GMC Acadia
$29,800MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

MSRP
$24,450
$29,800
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.3

4.8

Expert reviews

8.0 out of 10

Read full review

7.0 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons

Pros

  • Spacious third row

  • Easy-to-use technology

Cons

  • Advanced safety features are not standard

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

Summary
Refined, roomy, and historically reliable, the Honda CR-V has earned its status as one of the best selling vehicles in America. This is a safe SUV, too, and it returns good fuel economy while delivering lively performance. There are few reasons to cross the 2019 Honda CR-V off of your shopping list, and numerous reasons to drive one home from the dealership.

Long story short, as a friend of mine likes to say, GMC screwed up. This is just my opinion, of course, but when GMC redesigned the Acadia for the 2017 model year, the SUV shrank in size and switched to a softer look in order to plug a huge hole in the Buick-GMC SUV lineup.

Fast-forward to 2020, and GMC may have decided this move was a bad idea. As part of a refresh, the new Acadia adopts bolder styling and adds a new AT4 trim level with greater off-roading capability. Additional changes include the availability of a new turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a new nine-speed automatic transmission, and new and updated technology.

These revisions do help the Acadia to better stand out in what is now an ocean of midsize SUVs, from Hyundai to Kia and Honda to Toyota, and everything in between, but it’s up to GMC to make people aware of this fundamentally good, but oh-so-vanilla SUV. And the company must also address the Acadia’s questionable value.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.4L 184 hp I4
2.5L 193 hp I4
Drive Train
FWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
7
Horsepower
184 hp @ 6400 rpm
193 hp @ 6300 rpm
MPG City
26
21
MPG Highway
32
27
Look and feel

2019 Honda CR-V

9/10

2020 GMC Acadia

8/10
According to CarGurus experts, the 2019 Honda CR-V is rated 9 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 8 out of 10. The 2019 Honda CR-V offers four trim levels—LX, EX, EX-L, Touring—each equipped with front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). Prices started at $24,350 and rose to $34,150 when new. The CR-V LX comes with standard 17-inch aluminum wheels, while higher trims feature body-color trim, bigger 18-inch wheels, and rear privacy glass. The interior exudes quality, with a 2-tone tan-over-black interior treatment and an abundance of storage space. On the other hand, the 2020 GMC Acadia comes in SL, SLE, SLT, AT4, and Denali trim levels. Prices when new started at $29,800, going up to $47,000. The Acadia features a redesigned front end and offers a spacious and comfortable cabin with modern technology and upscale materials.
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Performance

2019 Honda CR-V

7/10

2020 GMC Acadia

7/10
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V and the 2020 GMC Acadia both 7 out of 10. The 2019 Honda CR-V offers a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with 184 horsepower and a turbocharged 1.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 190 horsepower. The CR-V delivers a connected and composed ride combined with capable and confident handling. On the other hand, the 2020 GMC Acadia offers three different engines, including a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, and a 3.6-liter V6 engine. The Acadia provides smooth, refined power and offers up to 4,000 pounds of towing capacity.
Form and function

2019 Honda CR-V

9/10

2020 GMC Acadia

8/10
The 2019 Honda CR-V is rated 9 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 8 out of 10. The Honda CR-V offers ample space for passengers and cargo, with 39.2 cubic feet of cargo space behind the back seat and 75.8 cu-ft with the rear seats folded down. The 2020 GMC Acadia provides seating for five, six, or seven passengers, with a maximum cargo volume of 79 cubic feet when the second-row seats are folded down.
Technology

2019 Honda CR-V

7/10

2020 GMC Acadia

8/10
The 2019 Honda CR-V is rated 7 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 8 out of 10. The CR-V features a long list of infotainment upgrades, driver-assistance features, and collision-avoidance systems, while the Acadia includes Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and GMC Connected Services, along with additional technology upgrades for 2020.
Safety

2019 Honda CR-V

8/10

2020 GMC Acadia

6/10
CarGurus experts rate the 2019 Honda CR-V 8 out of 10 and the 2020 GMC Acadia 6 out of 10. The 2019 Honda CR-V comes standard with Honda Sensing, a suite of advanced safety features, while the 2020 GMC Acadia offers standard blind-spot warning and rear cross-traffic warning systems, with additional safety features available as part of optional packages.

CarGurus highlights

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According to CarGurus experts, the overall rating for 2019 Honda CR-V is 8.0 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 7.0 out of 10. Based on these ratings, the 2019 Honda CR-V is the recommended choice for consumers seeking a well-rounded compact SUV with a strong emphasis on practicality, safety, and value.

CarGurus highlights

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According to CarGurus experts, the overall rating for 2019 Honda CR-V is 8.0 out of 10, while the 2020 GMC Acadia scores 7.0 out of 10. Based on these ratings, the 2019 Honda CR-V is the recommended choice for consumers seeking a well-rounded compact SUV with a strong emphasis on practicality, safety, and value.

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