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2026 GMC Acadia Gets Denali Ultimate Trim For The First Time

July 17, 2025Buick, GMC, gmc acadia, News, Three-row SUVsadmin

Denali Ultimate adds luxury features like Super Cruise and Bose audio to 2026 Acadia.
Standard 2.5L turbo engine delivers 328 hp with 5,000 lbs towing across all trims.
New trim arrives in Canada late 2025; pricing to be confirmed closer to launch.

GMC will introduce a Denali Ultimate trim for the 2026 Acadia, adding an ultra-premium variant to the midsize SUV’s lineup for the first time. The model will sit at the top of Acadia’s trim ladder with plenty of luxury features and is scheduled to reach Canadian dealerships in late 2025 following the initial release of other Acadia trims in the third quarter.

2026 GMC Acadia Denali Ultimate | Photo: GMC

The Acadia Denali Ultimate version will gain distinct design elements, including a Vader Chrome grille and GMC logo, LED daytime running lights with an animated sequence, and 22-inch Machined Aluminum wheels with an After Midnight Metallic finish. Denali Ultimate badging and exclusive exterior accents differentiate it from lower trims.

Inside, the trim includes Woodland Mahogany leather seats with massaging functionality, plaited stitching, and embossed topographical details on the seatbacks, door panels, and map pockets. Laser-etched Paldao wood accents, unique floor mats, and Denali Ultimate badging complete the upscale interior.

Technology standard on the Denali Ultimate includes a 16-speaker Bose Performance Series audio system, General Motors’ Super Cruise driver assistance system with a 3-year plan, and a panoramic sunroof. Additional features include nine camera views, a high-definition Surround Vision system, a Rear Camera Mirror, an 8-inch Head-Up Display, and an AutoSense Power Liftgate.

All 2026 Acadia trims, including Denali Ultimate, will come with a 2.5L turbocharged engine delivering 328 horsepower and 326 lb.-ft. of torque. An 8-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive are standard. The SUV offers a maximum towing capacity of up to 2,268 kilograms (5,000 pounds). A performance suspension and up to six selectable drive modes will improve the driving experience.

Should You Buy a 2024 GMC Acadia?

The 2026 GMC Acadia will be assembled at the Lansing Delta Township Assembly plant in Michigan. GMC will announce pricing and further details about the Denali Ultimate trim closer to production start.

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2026 GMC Acadia Price Increases Come With New Colors

July 11, 20252026, Buick, GMC, gmc acadia, Luxury, News, pricing, SUVadmin

Acadia Up To $1,600 Pricier

The new GMC Acadia arrived in 2023 as a larger vehicle with more length, height, and cargo capacity. For 2026, the only thing that will be getting bigger is the price, according to order guide data uncovered by CarsDirect. The publication reports that the luxury SUV will now start at $43,700 (excluding $1,495 for destination) in base Elevation form, an increase of $700 over the 2025 sticker. The other two trims in the range, however, get heftier raises of $900 on the mid-level model and $1,600 on the range-topper.

Price Increases Come With Minor Updates

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The mid-range AT4 model now starts at $52,300, while the epitome of luxury in the range, the Denali, costs $55,700, representing an increase of 2.96%. These adjustments are not unusual for an annual pricing update, and to soften the blow, they don’t arrive alone, with a new key card now being standard and a pair of new paint options – Glacier White Tricoat and Riverstone Metallic – joining the palette. The former costs $1,095 on the Sierra EV and the Terrain, while the latter is no more than $495, so we expect the same prices for the Acadia.


GMC Acadia Trim	MY2025 Price	MY2026 Price	Difference
Elevation	$43,000	$43,700	+$700
AT4	$51,400	$52,300	+$900
Denali	$54,100	$55,700	+$1,600

Standard equipment includes a 2.5-liter turbocharged engine delivering 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque, a Bose Premium 12-speaker sound system, and a 15-inch infotainment display alongside an 11-inch driver cluster. Buyers not swayed by the appeal of the GMC badge may wish to consider the Chevrolet Traverse, which is very similar beneath the skin and starts at $40,995 for the 2025 model year. Of course, that may get a price bump for 2026, too, but it will still offer much of the same at a lower price point.

What Rivals In The Same Segment Cost

The Acadia has plenty of competitors in the midsize SUV segment, even if some of them don’t aspire to quite the same levels of luxury as the GMC brand. Across town is the Ford Explorer, which currently starts at $39,625 for 2025, while Japan’s Toyota Highlander and Honda Pilot start at $43,630 and $40,200, respectively. There’s also the Kia Telluride to consider, which starts at $36,390. This will likely become more expensive for the 2026 model, which will bring with it numerous changes, but we still expect it to remain competitive.

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2025 GMC Acadia: 5 reasons to love it, 2 reasons to think twice

February 22, 20252025, Acadia, Buick, Buick Enclave, Chevrolet, Chevrolet Traverse, Enclave, GMC, gmc acadia, Reviews, Traverseadmin

The GMC Acadia has had a bit of an identity crisis over the years, varying in size with each redesign. In its most recent rendition, the midsize SUV comes as family-oriented as ever, complete with seating for up to eight passengers and all the safety tech you could ask for. On top of that, it starts at under $43,000.

The GMC Acadia entered its third generation with a full redesign for the 2024 model year. Unsurprisingly, there’s not much on the docket for the 2025 model. The base Acadia Elevation trim switches out captain’s chairs for a standard second-row bench seat, and all models gain added towing capability.

Reason to love it #1: Spacious third row

Whereas the third row in most midsize SUVs is severely lacking in terms of space, that isn’t the case in the 2025 GMC Acadia. The latest model features enough third-row space that adults can sit in relative comfort.

The third-row headroom measures 38.23 inches, while the shoulder room is a pretty spacious 57.94 inches. Hip room comes in at 48.62 inches, and legroom rounds it out at 32.14 inches. Considering the GMC Acadia measures 203.96 inches in length, a rather spacious third row isn’t all that surprising.

Reason to love it #2: Seating for up to eight passengers

The GMC Acadia rides on the same platform as its Buick cousin, but that doesn’t mean seating is identical in both models. While the Buick Enclave seats up to seven passengers, the Acadia offers seating for up to eight, putting it a step ahead of competitors like the Ford Explorer as well.

Reason to love it #3: Plenty of cargo space

With a maximum cargo volume of 97.5 cu. ft. with both rear rows of seats folded down, the 2025 GMC Acadia boasts plenty of space for luggage and longer items. That’s more cargo space than most three-row competitors, including the Ford Explorer, which tops out at 85.8 cu. ft. in its most spacious trim level.

The GMC Acadia allows you to travel with family and bring all your cargo along for the ride. With all three rows upright, the Acadia offers 23 cu. ft. of cargo space. Folding down the third row increases space to 57.3 cu ft. The Ford Explorer falls short on both measurements, with 16.3 cu ft. behind the third row and 46 cu ft. with the third row folded down.

Reason to love it #4: 328 horsepower comes standard

The GMC Acadia is a three-row midsize SUV, but it has enough power to avoid lagging behind. The standard turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine rocks out with 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque.

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Those who despise CVTs can breathe a sigh of relief as all that power comes channeled through an eight-speed automatic transmission. The base Elevation trim comes equipped with front-wheel drive, but you can upgrade to all-wheel drive.

Reason to love it #5: Capable of towing up to 5,000 lbs.

For the 2025 model year, all GMC Acadia models come equipped with the Trailering package. In addition to a standard 5,000-lbs. maximum towing capacity, the Acadia also gains a Class III hitch and a hitch view in the rearview camera system.

With its new standard towing capacity, the GMC Acadia is on par with competitors like the Ford Explorer and Honda Pilot. Notably, the Chevrolet Traverse can also tow up to 5,000 lbs.

Reason to think twice #1: Too similar to the Chevrolet Traverse

The 2025 GMC Acadia rides on the same platform as the Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave, putting it in a rather tough spot. While it’s a step up from Traverse, it doesn’t quite match the luxury of the Enclave.

The Acadia’s base price reflects that as well, with the 2025 model starting at $42,900. The 2025 Chevrolet Traverse rolls in at $40,700, and the Buick Enclave is available from $45,100.

Reason to think twice #2: All-wheel drive isn’t standard

Despite its rugged design, all-wheel drive doesn’t come standard on the base Elevation or range-topping Denali trims. Upgrading to an AWD system will cost you an additional $2,000, pushing the base Acadia Elevation up to $44,900.

If you want the luxury-spec Denali trim with AWD, it’ll cost you $56,100. On the bright side, the mid-range Acadia AT4 trim comes with standard AWD, but it starts at a fairly hefty $51,400.

Final thoughts

The 2025 GMC Acadia comes with plenty of standard amenities, but it’s up to the individual buyer to determine if the spec list warrants the price. Before you buy, I’d say the Chevrolet Traverse, Buick Enclave, and Honda Pilot warrant a test drive.

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Denali Ultimate adds luxury features like Super Cruise and Bose audio to 2026 Acadia.

Standard 2.5L turbo engine delivers 328 hp with 5,000 lbs towing across all trims.

New trim arrives in Canada late 2025; pricing to be confirmed closer to launch.