2011 GMC Acadia Review

    GMC Acadia Announces New 2011. It is GMC's first crossover, offer a good experience, agile handling, an athletic design, spacious interiors and a complete security package for the vehicle segment of the fastest growing in the United States.

    "Acadia is a natural extension of the GMC brand," said John Larson, Pontiac-GMC general manager. "Its combination of smooth, responsive and handling and SUV versatility embodies GMC's professional grade philosophy. Acadia is an excellent vehicle seeking to attract customers who have never visited a GMC showroom."

    Acadia is GMC designed to meet the professional standards body-frame integral (BFI) structure that is reinforced high-strength steel. It will run on a long wheelbase, wide track - a combination of a lower center of gravity and enables agile, stable ride and handling.
     


    Reflexes Acadia 's driving are supported by front and rear suspension independent. The front suspension has a MacPherson strut design and a direct-acting stabilizer bar and aluminum steering rockets. Isolated mounting points to reduce noise and vibration. The rear suspension uses a compact, state-of-the-art linked "H" design, which has an isolated mounting system that reduces noise and vibration in the cabin.
     


    Acadia features standard with a better rack and pinion steering, steering effort variables available. StabiliTrak electronic stability control system with rollover mitigation technology and traction control are standard on all models.

    Available, an intelligent all-wheel drive provides added traction on slippery roads and other driving situations - such as Freeway ramps - where increased traction would enhance handling. There is no driver intervention, system automatically determines the amount of torque to apply and offers to the wheels with the best traction.
     


    "The responsive, precisely tuned chassis provides the driving experience of a smaller vehicle," said Larson. "And an aerodynamic design of Acadia, efficient V-6 and the new six-speed automatic transmission work together to create efficiency. "

    Efficient powertrain

    Acadia is powered by GM's 3.6-liter V-6 with variable valve timing (VVT), which was designed for good fuel economy, low emissions and exceptional smoothness. Coupled to this engine is a new fuel saving Hydra-Matic 6T75 six-speed automatic. Acadia can tow up to 4500 pounds (2041 kg) when properly equipped, and is available in both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive models.

    Athletic Design

    With a powerful front end design, which refers to the GM 3.6L V-6 VVT underneath, the Acadia features athletic styling with a raked "GMC" grille and dual halogen headlights projector. The design is highlighted by a rear spoiler, polished aluminum roof rails, dual exhaust with chrome tips and other brilliant works selected.
     


    The profile of the Acadia is sleek and aerodynamic, with a sporty, tapered roof. Distinctive LED taillamps and a rear spoiler to improve vehicle's sporty appearance, as the large 18-inch wheels and tires (19-inch wheels are available).

    Spacious interior, stylish and versatile

    The interior of the Acadia is a sign of "low and away" instrument that reinforces the sense of openness in the front seats and offers a breathtaking view to the outside. All elements inside a cinema of quality, matte color and attention to fit, finish and color. Other features include a firm of professional lighting red GMC caliber, heavy glass door, wiper blade, flat material strategically placed sound insulation, which minimizes road and wind noise.
     


    The interior can be configured for seven or eight passengers. The second row is available either with a 60-40 (three passengers) design or two captain's chairs (two passengers). GM-exclusive Smart Slide feature is standard on both second-row configurations and provides ample space for passengers entering and exiting the third row.
     


    Acadia also offers generous cargo space, including an estimated 117 cu. ft. (3,313 L) when the second-row seats folded and third and the estimated 19.7 cu. ft. (557.9 L) of cargo space behind the third row seat in its upright position - capacity many other SUVs and crossovers can not come close to matching.
     


    Acadia has a wide range of standard and optional equipment helpful, including heated mirrors, tri-zone heating and air conditioning, intermittent rear wiper, ultrasonic parking assist, a power liftgate, extended range of vehicle system remote start, heated windshield washer fluid, an oversized double Skyscaper sunroof, DVD entertainment system, a DVD-based navigation system and Bose 5.1 Surround Sound audio system. Acadia also offers an exclusive head-up display that projects instrument readings and other features on the windshield for easy, eyes on the road reference.

    Comprehensive security system
     


    GMC Acadia has a comprehensive security system that is designed to protect passengers before, during and after a crash. Its strong structure and four-wheel independent suspension system enhance safety by providing stable ride and handling. Four-wheel ABS brakes, StabiliTrak electronic control system stability - with anti-roll - and the system of GM's tire pressure monitoring are standard.

    Acadia is equipped with six airbags: two front airbags kaksivaihemoottorinsa, two seats, side airbags in the front row and two impact on the roof airbags guide covering all three rows of seats. Roof rail airbags are among the longest air bags in any production vehicle. Complete the airbag is GM's rollover sensing system, which activates the roof rail air bags if sensors determine a rollover occurs. In addition, a leader in seat belt pretensioners function that is activated at the time of the fall to take up any slack in the tape and keep occupants in place.
     


    Acadia comes standard with OnStar Generation 7 (with one year of Safe and Sound plan), which includes an advanced automatic crash notification system. If the crash activates an air bag, the OnStar system automatically notifies an OnStar advisor, who immediately calls the vehicle and / or summons emergency help. Acadia is equipped with OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation, a fully integrated GPS navigation.
     

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