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Two Blue GMC Acadia Denali SUVs, One on the Left and One on the Right, Parked on a Gravel Surface in Front of a Modern Building

GMC ACADIA AND TERRAIN: WHICH HIGH-TECH SUV FITS YOUR LIFE?

When you’re choosing the perfect SUV to fit your lifestyle, there are a few things to consider. Interior space, ease of use and everyday capabilities are three important components that should match your needs, no matter what they are.

 

With thoughtful design and impressive technological systems, the GMC Acadia and GMC Terrain each provide distinctive features for all kinds of modern lifestyles. We’ll help you understand the differences between the two so you can make the right choice for your needs.

GMC ACADIA: ADVANCED PREMIUM TECHNOLOGY

A Blue GMC Acadia SUV Driving on a Highway with Rolling Hills and a Clear Sky in the Background

The GMC Acadia is a mid-size SUV that offers expansive passenger room, with seating for up to 8, cutting-edge technology and comfort features that elevate long drives. It blends premium materials with an array of available safety and driver assistance features,* so you get both premium design and advanced technology.
The Interior Dashboard of a GMC Denali Showing the Steering Wheel, Digital Gauge Cluster, and a Large Infotainment Screen with a Map

IMMERSIVE DIGITAL DISPLAYS AND SEAMLESS CONNECTIVITY

Acadia helps simplify your life with technology that gives you a clear view of your vehicle’s critical information. It features a 15-inch diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System* paired with an 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center. Together, they provide quick menu navigation and effortless smartphone integration in a vibrant, graphic interface.

 

An additional available 8-inch diagonal Head-Up Display projects information including your current speed, the posted speed limit* and navigation prompts directly onto the windshield to help you keep your eyes on the road.
The GMC Acadia Infotainment Screen Displaying a 360-Degree Camera View of the Car with a Trailer Hitch Connected

UP TO NINE CAMERA VIEWS

Acadia offers up to 9 camera views* to help maneuver through the world. HD Surround Vision* provides a digital overhead image of the area around your vehicle, while the Rear Camera Mirror* offers a wide, unobstructed view of what’s behind you.
The Interior Driver's View of a GMC Denali with Hands on the Steering Wheel and a Large Infotainment Screen Showing Navigation

HANDS-FREE DRIVING

Long drives can feel more relaxing with Super Cruise® hands-free driver assistance technology.* Available on select Acadia trims and standard with 3-year OnStar One* on the Acadia Denali Ultimate, this innovative technology offers hands-free driving on hundreds of thousands of miles of compatible roads across North America.

 

Super Cruise functions with OnStar and uses precision LiDAR map data and real-time cameras, sensors and GPS to maintain control of the vehicle under certain conditions on compatible roads, which can help make long drives and commutes more comfortable and enjoyable.
A Close-Up of the GMC Acadia Control Panel Featuring Buttons for Parking Brake, Mode, AWD, and Auto Stop-Start

TAILORED DRIVING MODES

The Traction Select System helps make it easier to adapt to the road ahead. You can choose from multiple available distinct drive modes to help optimize vehicle performance in a range of conditions, including Normal, Sport, Snow/Ice, Off-Road, AWD, Tow/Haul* and an AT4-exclusive Terrain mode for more challenging off-road terrain.
A Close-Up of the Luxurious Brown Leather Seats and Center Console in a GMC Denali Vehicle

PREMIUM CONVENIENCES

Acadia also prioritizes comfort, with features like massaging seats on the Denali Ultimate or wireless smartphone charging* across all models. The AutoSense Power Liftgate lets you open your liftgate hands-free just by walking up to your Acadia with your key fob in your pocket or bag.
The Rear View of a Blue GMC Acadia Denali Driving on a Two-Lane Road with Mountains in the Background

ADVANCED SAFETY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE FEATURES

Acadia comes with more than 19 standard safety and driver assistance features* to help you drive with greater awareness of your surroundings. Systems like Blind Zone Steering Assist,* Rear Cross Traffic Braking* and Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking* actively monitor your environment, providing alerts and automated interventions to help keep you feeling confident on your travels.

GMC TERRAIN: INTUITIVE TECHNOLOGY DESIGNED FOR EVERYDAY USE

A Side Profile of a Blue GMC Acadia Denali SUV Parked on a Gravel Lot in Front of a Dark Wooden Wall

As a smaller SUV in our lineup, the GMC Terrain provides practical capability, accessible technology and efficiency,* making it a great choice for a variety of lifestyles.
The Interior of a GMC Acadia Denali Showing the Steering Wheel, Digital Dashboard, and Large Vertical Infotainment Screen

CLEAR DIGITAL DISPLAYS FOR QUICK INFORMATION

In the Terrain, a 15-inch Premium GMC Infotainment System* serves as the central hub for media, climate controls and vehicle settings, while an 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center is positioned right behind the steering wheel. These bright displays offer intuitive menus and easy-to-read interfaces, so you’ll always have up-to-date information about your drive.
The GMC Acadia Infotainment Screen Displaying a Top-Down View of the Car and a Camera View of a Dirt Road

MULTIPLE CAMERA VIEWS

With up to 8 camera views,* Terrain’s technology can help with maneuvering in tight spaces and back out of parking spots. Available features like HD Surround Vision* and the Rear Camera Mirror* can help you see the area around your vehicle from multiple angles.
A Close-Up of the GMC Acadia Center Console Control Panel with Buttons for Parking Brake, Mode, AWD, Auto Hold, and Light Settings

ADAPTIVE TRACTION SELECT SYSTEM

When the weather turns, Drive Modes can help provide improved traction. It includes an available Off-Road mode that adjusts the vehicle dynamics, making it ideal for light trail adventures and challenging road conditions. The AT4 also offers an available Terrain mode for even more challenging off-road conditions. With the Traction Select System, you get the versatility to handle rough patches without sacrificing smooth highway performance.
A Man and a Woman Loading Luggage into the Open Trunk of a Blue GMC Acadia SUV Parked in a Driveway

EVERYDAY CONVENIENCE FEATURES

Like Acadia, the Terrain includes smart details that help streamline your daily routine, like the available AutoSense Power Liftgate. As you approach, it senses your key fob and opens the liftgate when you stand near the rear bumper. No need to press a button or wave your foot under the vehicle when your hands are full.

 

And inside the cabin, an available dedicated wireless smartphone charging pad* helps keep your devices powered up without the need for a cord.
A Black GMC Acadia Driving on a Winding Road with a Sunset in the Background

16+ SAFETY AND DRIVER ASSISTANCE FEATURES

Terrain features over 16 standard safety and driver assistance features* engineered to help enhance driver awareness with technologies like Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning,* Automatic Emergency Braking* and Forward Collision Alert.*

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GMC TERRAIN AND ACADIA?

Choosing between the GMC Acadia and GMC Terrain comes down to matching your lifestyle with the features you want. Both vehicles offer impressive capability, comfortable cabins, and innovative safety and driver assistance features.*

 

With the Acadia, you get more cargo and passenger space, seating for up to 8 passengers and a wider array of available technologies. If you want a high-tech experience and premium comfort, it’s got a lot to offer.

 

With Terrain, you get an agile driving experience backed by intuitive systems and standard technology, safety, and driver assistance features* you can rely on every day.

 

To truly understand Acadia and Terrain’s features, schedule a test drive at your local GMC dealer and explore the features that can elevate your daily drives.

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