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Many families looking for a great way to get everyone around town have found that midsize SUVs with three rows of seats make an ideal vehicle. These models combine roomy interiors, advanced safety features, and solid performance in an easy-to-drive package with solid fuel economy. Two of the top choices of three-row midsize SUVs are the 2022 GMC Acadia vs 2022 Chevy Traverse. The interesting thing about these two models is that they are built on the same General Motors Lambda platform, which serves as the basis for three different General Motors models, including the Acadia, the Traverse, and the Buick Enclave. However, unlike other shared platforms in automotive conglomerates, GMC and Chevy took the Lambda platform in considerably different directions.
GMC introduced the Acadia in the 2007 model year, and Chevrolet followed suit two years later with the Traverse. Interestingly enough, not only was GMC the first to market with the Acadia, but it also came out with the second-generation model in 2017, a year earlier than the second-generation Chevy Traverse, which debuted in 2018. With both models, you can choose front-wheel drive for enhanced gas mileage or all-wheel drive for better traction. However, GMC chose to go with improved performance and fuel economy on the Acadia, while Chevy took the platform and styled a larger vehicle with more passenger and cargo space. The 2022 GMC Acadia and 2022 Chevy Traverse represent the most advanced editions of these two midsize SUVs, with updated engines, fully equipped infotainment systems, and standard safety features.
GMC and Chevrolet have taken different approaches to their respective three-row midsize SUVs. GMC has opted for smaller numbers of trims on the 2022 Acadia, but ones that are more purpose-built. In fact, there are four available trims on the GMC Acadia, with one special edition for the two lowest trim tiers. On the other hand, Chevy has gone with a staggering six different trim levels on the 2022 Traverse, as well as three different special editions. But the only real differences between the nine different options are the level of comfort and convenience.
The entry-level 2022 GMC Acadia is the SLE, with a base MSRP of $34,800.[a] Moving up to the SLT trim adds leather seats and the option of buying a larger engine. GMC offers an off-road version of the Acadia called the AT4 that is equipped with standard Active Torque Control all-wheel drive standard, features a larger standard engine than the SLE and SLT, and a head-up display. The top trim of the 2022 Acadia is the Denali, which has 20-inch machined aluminum wheels, a high-definition surround vision camera, and heated seats. The special edition available on the 2022 Acadia is the Elevation Edition, which is an option on the SLE and SLT trim levels. This utilizes black accents on the interior and exterior of the Acadia and also rides on 20-inch gloss black aluminum wheels.
Chevy takes a different approach than GMC, offering a standard powertrain on all trim levels of the 2022 Traverse, with no purpose-built models like the Acadia AT4. As a result, you get an increase in convenience features as you move up the Traverse lineup. The base model is the Traverse LS with an MSRP of $33,700. The LT Cloth adds a number of additional driver assistance features, a power-adjustable driver seat, and 18-inch aluminum wheels. The LT Leather predictably has a leather interior and a power liftgate to make loading the Traverse more convenient.
The RS has black accents, 20-inch aluminum wheels, and a 10-speaker Bose premium sound system. The Premier has a hands-free power liftgate and adds navigation to the infotainment system. Finally, the top trim is the High Country. This has a Dual SkyScape two-panel sunroof, a power-folding third-row seat, and other luxury features.
There are also three special editions available on the 2022 Traverse. The Midnight Edition goes for a blacked-out look like the Acadia Elevation Edition. The Redline Edition chooses to have drivers seeing red with accents throughout the exterior of the Traverse. The Sport Edition has a number of cosmetic features to give the SUV a sportier appearance.
While the 2022 Chevy Traverse has a lower base MSRP for its entry-level models, it quickly goes up to a point where the top trims are more expensive than the AT4 and Denali models of the 2022 GMC Acadia. In addition, while GMC offers different performance features on the four trims of the Acadia, the main differences between the trim levels on the Traverse are luxury features and appearance oriented.
One of the first things you are sure to notice in comparing the 2022 GMC Acadia and the 2022 Chevy Traverse has to do with the engine options. GMC gives you a choice of two engines on the Acadia, while Chevy has gone with a standard engine across all trim levels.
The base engine on the 2022 GMC Acadia is a 2.0L Turbo I-4 gas engine. This utilizes active fuel management and automatic stop/start technology to improve fuel economy. It has direct fuel injection and can deliver up to 228 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque. There is also an available 3.6L V6 gas engine that comes standard on the AT4 trim of the Acadia. This engine also features active fuel management and automatic stop/start technology, with direct, high-pressure fuel injection making it capable of producing 310 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque.
In contrast to the Acadia, Chevy equips the 2022 Traverse with a standard 3.6L V6 gas engine. This is the same basic engine as on the 2022 Acadia. However, the Chevy version is only capable of 310 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque. As is clear, the version of the 3.6L V6 engine on the Acadia outperforms the one on the Traverse, despite being pretty much the same engine.
With gas prices increasing across the country, families have become increasingly concerned about the fuel economy of their vehicles. Regardless of which engine you choose, you will get better fuel economy on the 2022 GMC Acadia than on the 2022 Chevy Traverse.
If you choose an Acadia with front-wheel drive and the 2.0L Turbo, you should expect to get 25 MPG combined. Choosing the same engine but with all-wheel drive will drop the combined fuel economy slightly to 24 MPG. While opting for the available 3.6-liter V6 will give you better acceleration on your 2022 Acadia, it will reduce your fuel economy. With this larger engine and front-wheel drive, the Acadia will give you a combined 22 MPG. All-wheel drive drops this to 21 MPG.
The 2022 Traverse cannot match these fuel economy figures. For example, the front-wheel drive Traverse will give you a combined 21 MPG, and the all-wheel drive Traverse delivers only 20 MPG.
While the GMC Acadia and the Chevy Traverse are built on the same platform, there are key differences with respect to handling and acceleration. The 2022 GMC Acadia has a 112.5-inch wheelbase, much shorter than the 120.93-inch wheelbase on the 2022 Chevy Traverse. As a result, the Acadia is easier to handle, corners better, and has a tighter turning radius than the Traverse.
The Acadia is also faster than the Traverse. A 2022 Acadia with the optional 3.6L V6 engine can go from 0 to 60 mph in only 6.1 seconds. The 2022 Traverse will take a full 6.5 seconds to reach the same speed. Plus, if you are planning on heading off-road, the Acadia AT4 will outperform any version of the Traverse.
Both GMC and Chevrolet have used technology to advance passenger safety in their vehicles. GMC offers the GMC Pro Safety Plus suite of active driver assistance features on its vehicles, while Chevrolet has the Chevy Safety Assist technology. Both the 2022 GMC Acadia and 2022 Chevy Traverse have many of these active safety features, but the Acadia offers more that come standard even with the entry-level Acadia SLE model.
If you buy a base model Acadia SLE or a Traverse LS, you will get a number of the same key active safety features. For example, both have Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning that will help keep your SUV on the straight and narrow. If you drift out of your lane, a warning will sound, and the system will use minor steering adjustments to get you back in line. In addition, both SUVs have safety features that help prevent front-end collisions. The Following Distance Indicator will let you know if you are getting too close to the vehicle in front of you. Forward Collision Alert will then let you know if a crash is imminent, and Automatic Emergency Braking will engage to bring your SUV to a safe stop or slow it down to lessen the damages caused by a collision. Both the Acadia and Traverse also have Front Pedestrian Braking, which does the same thing, except for pedestrians who may appear in front of your SUV. Finally, IntelliBeam will automatically turn the high beam headlights on and off depending on the driving conditions.
While these driver assistance features are common to both the Acadia and the Traverse, GMC also includes a number of other safety features on all models of the Acadia that are not standard on the Traverse. Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert will help you change lanes more safely with the Acadia. This feature will let you know if another vehicle is traveling in your Acadia's blind spot so you can avoid a collision when changing lanes. Rear Cross Traffic Alert will give you a warning if another vehicle or pedestrian is passing behind your Acadia when you put your vehicle into reverse. Finally, the Rear Vision Camera on the Acadia is HD (high definition). If you want an HD Rear Vision Camera on your Traverse, you will have to choose a higher trim level, as the lower trim levels only have a standard camera.
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When you arrive at our dealership, you will be greeted by a member of our friendly sales team who will work with you to get you the GMC model you want. Each sales team member is well versed in all aspects of GMC trucks and SUVs and will be happy to answer all of your questions. Once you find the GMC vehicle you want, our finance team will work hard to find you a loan or lease on competitive terms that fit into your budget. The key is our dedication to working in a fully transparent manner. When it comes time to have your GMC vehicle serviced, our team of trained technicians will be ready to help you with all of your automotive needs, from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire rotations to major repairs.
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