February 14th 2019
GMC Middle East has announced the arrival of the 2019 GMC Acadia Crossover in the region featuring magnificent versatility, more elegance, advanced safety techs, and efficient powertrain. Accessible with five-, six- and seven-passenger seating configurations, there will be SL, SLE, SLT, high-end Denali and All-Terrain models for off-road driving enthusiasts.
The 2019 All-Terrain comes equipped with an innovative All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system with Active Twin Clutch to provide traction on different road conditions. The All-Terrain does not only drive differently, but it also looks different owing to a body-color grille surround, black chrome trim, and exclusive wheels. The All-Terrain package will be accessible only on SLE-2 AWD and SLT-1 AWD trims.
The 2019 GMC Acadia offers customers 10 color choices including Dark Sky Metallic, Pepperdust Metallic, Red Quartz Metallic, and Smokey Quartz Metallic, White Frost Tricoat, Blue Steel Metallic, Quicksilver Metallic, Summit White, Ebony Twilight Metallic and Iridium Metallic.
The power comes from a 3.6L V-6 engine good for 310 horsepower. The engine is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. The drive mode selector lets the driver modify chassis and powertrain characteristics. GM’s Active Fuel Management (AFM) technology offers improved fuel efficiency. The Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) models deliver 11.2 L/100km on the combined cycle while the AWD offers 11.7 L/100km.
Molly Peck, Chief Marketing Officer, General Motors Middle East, said, “Boasting a bold design and high level of functionality, the Acadia captures a great feeling of refinement and versatility in everything from the responsive feeling behind the wheel to the way passengers interact with its intuitive features. With the regional arrival of 2019 Acadia, the design advances GMC’s legacy of precision craftsmanship and answers our Middle East customers’ calls for greater vehicle personalization.”
The 2019 GMC Acadia crossover comes equipped with a number of active safety features. These include Front Pedestrian Braking, Surround Vision camera system, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Change Alert in addition to Front and Rear Parking Assist.
The pricing starts from AED 119,900 (VAT included).
2019 GMC ACADIA SPECIFICATIONS
Overview
| Models: | GMC Acadia / Acadia Denali / Acadia All Terrain |
| Body style / driveline: | crossover SUV / front-engine; front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive |
| Construction: | body-frame integral |
| EPA vehicle class: | sport utility vehicle |
| Manufacturing location: | Spring Hill, Tenn. |
Powertrains
| Engine: | 3.6L V-6 VVT DI (LGX) |
| Displacement (cc): | 3649 |
| Bore & stroke (mm): | 95 x 85.8 |
| Block material: | cast aluminum w/ cast-in-place iron bore liners |
| Cylinder head material: | cast aluminum |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, four valves per cylinder, continuous VVT, Active Fuel Management |
| Fuel delivery: | high-pressure direct injection and electronic throttle control |
| Horsepower
(hp @ rpm): |
310 @ 6600 (SAE Certified) |
| Torque
(lb.-ft. / Nm @ rpm): |
271 / 365 @ 5000 (SAE Certified) |
| Transmission: | Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic |
Chassis / Suspension
| Suspension (front): | MacPherson strut; continuous damping control (Denali) |
| Suspension (rear): | Five-link independent; continuous damping control (Denali) |
| Steering type: | electric variable-effort power steering with Active Return Assist |
| Turning circle (m): | 11.8 |
| Brakes: | four-wheel-disc, variable brake system with power assist; Duralife brake rotors and low-drag brake calipers |
| Wheel size and type:
|
17-in. aluminum
18-in. aluminum 20-in. aluminum |
| Tires: | P255/65R17 all-terrain
P235/65R18 all-season P245/55R20 all-season |
Dimensions
Exterior
| Wheelbase (mm): | 2858 |
| Overall length (mm): | 4917 |
| Overall width (mm): | 1915 |
| Overall height (mm): | 1676 (w/o roof rack) |
| Track (mm): | 1638 (front)
1638 (rear) |
| Curb weight (kg): | 1794 |
Interior
| Seating capacity: | five, six or seven passengers (depending on model/configuration) |
| Headroom (mm): | front: 1024
2nd row: 1006 3rd row: 945 |
| Legroom (mm): | front: 1041
2nd row: 1008 3rd row: 790 |
| Shoulder room (mm): | front: 1509
2nd row: 1491 3rd row: 1379 |
| Hip room (mm): | front: 1415
2nd row: 1354 3rd row: 1090 |
| Cargo volume (L): | 362 (behind third row)
1181 (behind second row, third row folded) 2237 (second and third rows folded) |
Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.