The GMC brand of General Motors Co. in Detroit unveiled the all-new 2024 Acadia during Media Day of the Detroit Auto Show. Company officials say the vehicle was designed and engineered to define what a premium mid-size SUV can be.
The 2024 Acadia is longer, wider, and taller than its predecessor, with an all-new interior, elevated exterior design language, an enhanced suite of technology, and an extensive list of standard safety features.
“GMC’s brand mission is to be a leader in capability, professional grade refinement and technological innovation,” says Duncan Aldred, global vice president of Buick and GMC. “The all-new Acadia showcases all that and more in a uniquely GMC way — and it’s a blueprint of what’s to come for the GMC SUV portfolio.”
The 2024 Acadia is larger in all dimensions compared to the previous model. It sits 10.6 inches longer and 3.2 inches taller than the previous generation, providing more passenger space and an expanded seating configuration of seven or eight passengers, depending on the trim.
The Acadia’s larger size also means more storage space and versatility — including nearly 80 percent more cargo space behind the third row and more than 36 percent more behind the second row, compared to the current generation.
“For this next generation, our mission was to reimagine the design and the proportions of the Acadia to create a bolder, more commanding presence, firmly in the vein of the evolving GMC portfolio,” says Ben Zavala, design lead for Acadia. “With its assertive, powerful stance, the 2024 Acadia evokes a truck-inspired persona, infused with the brand’s signature premium feel.”
All trims of the Acadia are powered by a new 2.5L turbocharged engine that is engineered to deliver more power and more trailering capability than the previous generation. Producing 328 horsepower and 326 pound-foot of torque, the new engine is paired with an eight-speed automatic on all trims with available all-wheel drive, including an exclusive off-road-capable Active Torque Control AWD system on the redesigned Acadia AT4.
The powertrain helps maintain Acadia’s strong trailering capability. When properly equipped, it has a max trailering rating of 5,000 pounds.
The 2024 Acadia becomes the fifth nameplate within the GMC portfolio to offer Super Cruise — the company’s hands-free advanced driver assistance system available on more than 400,000 miles of roads in the U.S. and Canada. It also marks the first time that Super Cruise will be available on GMC trims such as Elevation Premium and AT4 in addition to Denali. Acadia will receive the latest version of GM’s Super Cruise technology, which includes trailering assist and automatic lane-change capabilities.
In addition to its exterior, the 2024 Acadia features an all-new interior with the latest technology. The focal point of the interior is a portrait-oriented 15-inch-diagonal premium GMC infotainment system display, which is standard across all trims.
System highlights include:
- Customizable touchscreen displays.
- Google built-in compatibility with available apps including navigation.
- Available high-contrast display.
Combined with the Acadia’s new portrait infotainment system is a new standard 11-inch-diagonal driver information center.
Off-road capability was not neglected. The 2024 Acadia comes with the all-new AT4. Advanced off-road driving technologies. AT4 exclusive features include:
- A one-inch taller ride height and a wider track, coupled with 18-inch AT tires enhancing stability, handling and capability when driving off road.
- Off-road-tuned suspension with hydraulic rebound control.
- AT4-exclusive Active Torque Control all-wheel-drive system with twin-clutch rear differentials for optimal traction and control in demanding scenarios.
- Front fascia accented with signature AT4 red tow hooks and integrated skid plates.
- Selectable drive modes including Terrain mode and Hill Descent Control.
- Exclusive AT4 interior elements featuring Forest Storm interior with Mahogany stitching and additional chrome-metallic trim.
Acadia Denali returns to redefine the premium mid-size SUV, with new, stylish enhancements, elevated design cues and a bolder roster of luxurious features including:
- Standard one-touch folding second-row seats and power-folding third row.
- Distinctive exterior trim and design features, including unique trim accents, a signature Denali grille and available, all-new, 22-inch machined aluminum wheels — the largest ever on Acadia.
- Elevated interior featuring an available panoramic, pillar-to-pillar sunroof, authentic laser-etched wood décor with Galvano chrome accents, and perforated leather-appointed heated and ventilated front seats and available second-row outboard heated seats.
- Active noise cancelling technology and a Bose premium sound system with 12 standard speakers— and up to 16 available on Denali.
The 2024 GMC Acadia will be produced at GM’s Lansing Delta Township Assembly and is expected to be available in early 2024. Additional details, including pricing, will be announced closer to the start of production. More information is available at www.gmc.com.