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Used GMC Acadia: the years to buy and the years to skip
Every GMC Acadia from 2010 to 2023, across 2 generations: what each year typically sells for (about $5,500 to $33,500), its crash rating, and whether it's a year to target or skip. The best bets are 2013–2016, 2020–2023. Look harder at or skip 2010–2012, 2017–2019.
2017–2023 GMC Acadia
A lighter, easier-to-park three-row crossover with an off-road styled trim.
Years to target: 2020–2023. Look harder at or skip: 2017–2019. It has an average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | $13,000 | Look harder | 5 of 5 | ~120,000 |
| 2018 | $16,000 | Look harder | 5 of 5 | ~105,000 |
| 2019 | $18,500 | Look harder | 5 of 5 | ~95,000 |
| 2020 | $20,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~85,000 |
| 2021 | $24,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~70,000 |
| 2022 | $29,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~60,000 |
| 2023 | $33,500* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~45,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- 2017: owner complaints spike (703, mostly the transmission).
- 2018: owner complaints spike (394, mostly the transmission).
- 2019: owner complaints spike (386, mostly the transmission).
- The third row is tight for adults and cargo space shrank a lot versus the previous Acadia. The V6 is the better choice for towing.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Look for the SLT: it adds leather, heated front seats, a power liftgate and blind-spot monitoring over the SLE. Seek the 3.6-liter V6 over the base four-cylinder.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: standard from 2020, optional from 2017.
- Adaptive cruise control: optional from 2017, never standard in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Toyota Highlander 2020 · $28,500
- Mitsubishi Outlander 2023–2024 · $24,500–$28,000
- Kia Sorento 2023 · $26,500
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2010–2016 GMC Acadia
A big three-row crossover with generous cargo space, a smooth ride and light towing ability.
Years to target: 2013–2016. Look harder at or skip: 2010–2012. It has a below-average reliability record.
| Year | Typical price | Verdict | Crash rating | Typical miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | $5,500* | Skip | 5 of 5 | ~180,000 |
| 2011 | $6,000 | Skip | 5 of 5 | ~165,000 |
| 2012 | $7,000 | Skip | 5 of 5 | ~155,000 |
| 2013 | $7,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~145,000 |
| 2014 | $8,500 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~135,000 |
| 2015 | $9,000 | Target | 5 of 5 | ~125,000 |
| 2016 | $10,000* | Target | 5 of 5 | ~115,000 |
* Estimated from nearby years, since few were listed for sale.
Worth knowing
- Skip 2010–2012. The V6 in early years is known for timing chain stretch, which is expensive to fix.
- It is heavy and thirsty by modern standards. On any year, listen for timing chain rattle on a cold start and check for smooth shifts.
The trim we'd park in our garage
Target the SLT-1: it adds leather, heated power front seats, tri-zone climate and a power liftgate over the SLE. Choose 2013 or newer for the refreshed cabin and touchscreen.
On the test drive
Get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy.
Safety tech
- Automatic emergency braking: not offered in this generation.
- Adaptive cruise control: not offered in this generation.
- Blind-spot monitoring: not standard in this generation, so check the listing.
Also worth comparing at this price
- Mitsubishi Outlander 2014 · $9,000
- Acura MDX 2010 · $9,500
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Prices are typical dealer and private asking prices from used listings, collected in September and October 2026, for an average-mileage car. Years with too few listings are estimated from nearby years. Crash ratings, recalls and owner complaint counts come from NHTSA public records. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and a vehicle history report before you buy. Spot something off? Let us know.