Orange County 2011 GMC Acadia Guide
The sports utility vehicle has come a long way over the past two decades. The success of the SUV market led to many other types of crossover vehicles. Of all of these so called crossover vehicles the 2011 GMC Acadia has truly set the bar higher than any other vehicle in its class today! The GMC Acadia offers an extraordinary number of benefits deftly combining comfort, performance, cargo space as well as technological features all standard. As gasoline prices continue to rise with no end in sight, it essential that consumers get every last drop of efficiency out of their vehicle. Many consumers who once sacrificed a vehicle that looked good for a vehicle that was more practical can now have both, as many minivan shoppers have now begun to purchase the far sleeker and stylish crossover vehicles such as the 2011 GMC Acadia. Ask anybody who owns an Acadia and they will tell you exactly the incredible amount of passenger and cargo space they have, how amazingly fuel efficient it is for a large vehicle, and how it feels like driving a sports car with how fantastically well it handles. Whatever you may need, there is certain to be a model of the 2011 GMC Acadia that will satisfy your every desire. Available in both front and rear wheel drive, and powered by a mammoth V6 engine, it won’t matter if you are hauling an entire cabin of up to eight passengers with luggage, or perhaps hauling large items from one location to another. The maximum cargo space of 117 cubic feet you can rest assured that everyone and everything will fit! On top of everything else, as always GMC’s number one priority is the safety of their customers. As a result, all of the benefits of the 2011 GMC Acadia come on top of the near perfect numbers in safety ratings across the board.
2011 GMC Acadia Available Trim: SL & SLE Standard Luxury Features
The 2011 GMC Acadia comes in a few different models allowing for a consumer to find exactly the vehicle that best fits their own individual needs. The standard model of the GMC Acadia SL comes with a seven passenger default configuration. Additionally it packs an bunch of other incredible aspects; 18 inch alloy wheels, OnStar Telematics (with subscription), front and rear air conditioning, full power accessories, cruise control and a six speaker CD/MP3 stereo system with satellite radio. So you are worried that when the crossover vehicle is full it loses its power well fear not, as the GMC Acadia SL crushes all other vehicles in its class because of the Acadia’s 288hp@6300 as well as its class leading powerful torque measured at 270@3400. The SL model also offers the largest in class fuel tank at a massive twenty two gallons! The 2011 GMC Acadia SLE adds on even more features which include but are not limited to; remote engine vehicle start, auto-dimming rearview mirror, power liftgate, fog lamps and even a leather wrapped steering wheel. As if that weren’t enough, the SLE model features cutting edge rear parking sensors and a back up camera with a small-rearview-integrated display.
2011 GMC Acadia Available Trim: SLT-1 & SLT-2 Luxury Features
The level of luxury reached in the 2011 GMC Acadia SLT-1 and SLT-2 is truly remarkable. GMC was not content to rest on their laurels and as such created what can only be called the true epitome of what a luxury vehicle can and should be. The SLT-1 raises the bar even further than the SL models by adding some incredibly unique, cutting edge, forward thinking aspects to the vehicle such as; 19-inch wheels, rear audio control and headphone jacks, tri-zone automatic climate control, 10 speaker Bose stereo with a USB audio jack, variable-assist steering system, and heated mirrors. The SLT-2 continues to build on the tradition of packing the vehicle with the latest and greatest technologies as in addition to all of the prior perks, the SLT-2 also includes a towing preparation package, folding heated mirrors with driver-side-auto-dimming mirror, as well as additional power functions for the driver seat and driver memory functions. The engine/transmission combination available for the GMC Acadia measures in at a 3.6-liter V6 mated to a six-speed automatic with manual shift control.
2011 GMC Acadia Denali
The highest level trim offering of the 2011 GMC Acadia Denali and it is as luxurious as you may expect. In addition to being packed with the best of the best of all of the previously stated models technologies, GMC added on some truly incredible additional options on this absolutely gorgeous crossover vehicle! Some of these incredible options include an beautiful plush trim with a more unique body treatment (Side moldings and wheel flares, grille and front/rear fascias) xenon headlights, 20 inch chrome wheel with black chrome accents, illuminated sill plates, heated/ventilated front seats, additional sound insulation, a heads up display and a truly unique and spectacular “Skyscape” power front/fixed rear dual sunroofs.
EPA fuel economy estimates for the front-wheel-drive Acadia are 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway and 19 mpg combined. All-wheel-drive Acadia models are very close at 16/23/19 mpg. Properly equipped, the Acadia can tow up to 5,200 pounds. Many of the additional features on the upper trims can be added to the lower trims as options. Other optional highlights, depending on the trim level, include a navigation system, a rear entertainment system, a 115-volt power outlet, a surround-sound version of the Bose stereo, a second-row center console and the SkyScape sunroof. In the end the no matter what model of the 2011 GMC Acadia or Acadia Denali you choose to go with you quite literally can’t go wrong! The Acadia strikes an incredible balance of fantastic handling for a large vehicle combined with the ultimate in luxury and comfort you would expect in a luxury crossover vehicle.
2011 GMC Acadia MSRP For All Models:
- 2011 GMC Acadia SL: $32,000
- 2011 GMC Acadia SLE: $34,625
- 2011 GMC Acadia Denali: $43,380
- 2011 GMC Acadia SLT-1: $38,345
- 2011 GMC Acadia SLT-2: $39,250