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2008 GMC Acadia - Consumer Opinions

 

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We have scoured the web for consumer reviews of this car and found the best ones for you to read. Found 89 reviews. This list is displayed in ranked order based the reviews we think are the best.
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#1
Warning GMC doesn't care about customers who buy a used car!
Source: Edmunds

...Quickly, I noticed very faint noise coming from the steering wheel while turning. GMC looked at it said there was a problem with the rack and pinion, steering column and steering stays to the tune of $2,000 w/ labor. My research says this is not uncommon for this model and year. I contacted GMC, they said they would review it for coverage but that because I bought it used they hadn't made any money off me. If I had bought new and it had the same miles they would help since I would have been considered a loyal customer. So much for my customer loyalty. Worried about future since it only has...

#2
Tried to love the car
Source: Edmunds

...I liked the external look and interior space. I took very good care of the care, always garage kept and oil changes every 3-5k with synthetic oil.
From the day I drove it out the ABS light went on - that was a loose connector.
The Air bag light went on all the time. On long trips the A/C would stop and for a while before coming back on.
One day after stoping the car and getting out - the radio stayed on - I had to restart the car and move the steering wheel and stop it again before it would finally go off.
I could never get close to the MPG stated, usually in my other cars...

#3
Comfortable and Reliable
Source: Cars.com

..."With over 8,500 miles on it in only 3 months, i have spent enough time in the Acadia to know it is the best CUV on the market.
The ride is comfortable and the features are great for the kids on the longer trips.
Fuel economy is awesome at 18 city and 24 hwy!!! GM did great by me on this one. All my neighbors want one too, look out Toyota."...

#4
Everything but the kitchen sink...
Source: Cars.com

..."I recently bought a used Acadia with low miles (year 2008), I was immediately impressed with the features equipped and the interior space.
I have 2 kids and I'm an avid outdoorsman so wanted something that fit both lifestyles.
So far I'm very happy with this vehicle - we've had a few road trips and there's ample space for a family of 4 with luggage.
Very comfortable and the added features make it fun to drive.
My only concern is the pick up - it has some moxie but you really need to step on it for the engine to react - once it responds it doesn't dissappoint."...

#5
Great Crossover
Source: Cars.com

..."After test driving similar crossovers from other makers this one won out. The rear camera is a great bonus for backing up in tight areas."...

#6
Great car with a few quirks
Source: Cars.com

..."I'll start with the good. I love the look of my 2008 Acadia. Even after 2 1/2 years I'll catch a glimpse of it and think, "What an awesome, stylish car."...

#7
Worst GM Vehicle I have ever owned
Source: Cars.com

..."This vehicle is over priced and under powered.I now have 18K on my 2008 Acadia and it has had a rebuilt engine,
several transmission upgrades (software), window leaks, Noise issues, poor build quality...

#8
Worst GM vehicle I've Owned
Source: Cars.com

...I have a 2008 with AWD. THe sticker said 16-23MPG I'm getting 13.5 to 14.5MPG country. Dealer tells me this is average for AWD why not tell me this before I buy. I was getting better mileage on my2005 avalanche 4wd. The shifting is terrible the Dealer says This IS Normal. The trans at times will slip 2-300 rpms between shifts Again This IS within spec for the torque converter. I have a klunk every startup when I take off guess what there's a bulletin on this, Anti-Lock relay reset THIS IS NORMAL. Nice looking Nice ride BUT I'm dumping this and buying a TOYOTA!!!!"...

#9
A Dream to Drive
Source: MSN Autos

...30 hours (2.5 days) of very comfortable driving. Once on Mexico's toll roads I set the cruise control to 100 MPH feels like 70. Have 25K miles on her. Will definitely purchase another one to leave in Mexico. Handles very well and has the power when putting the peddle to the metal. Head lights are excellent. Cons: The plastic look a like chrome on front and rear bumpers has discolored in several areas from the mag chloride they use on the roads in CO. Overall: Have had two Denali's in the past. They were just a tad more cofortable interior wise. I like the 21 cubic feet of cargo space with all...

#10
Sad Sad
Source: Edmunds

...I have had my 2008 AWD Acadia for 8 months. I have stop driving it because it is averaging 11.5 mpg hwy.
I traded a 2004 Pacific for this that I loved I just wanted more room.
I loved the car for the first month then all of the sudden the gas mileage took a dump.
On my first road trip it got 22 mpg Hwy and 16 mpg city.
This is the best I have even seen out of it. I am now in the market for a different SUV.
I have had no mechanical issues and it has 76,000 mi. But if you don't care about what kind of mileage you get out of a SUV I have to say this is a great truck...


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