2012 GMC Acadia

The 2012 GMC Acadia lineup includes SL, SLE, SLT and Denali models and all models are available in front-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive with seven- or eight-passenger seating configurations.

The Acadia's 3.6L engine's direct injection technology helps produce power similar to many V-8 engines and uses regular unleaded gasoline. It is rated at 288 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque. The 3.6L engine is mated to the Hydra-Matic 6T75 six-speed automatic transmission. It also offers automatic grade braking, shift stabilization and precise shift control. The Acadia is capable of towing up to 5,200 pounds.

For 2012, two new exterior color choices are available: Crystal Red Tintcoat and Stone Gray Metallic. Other changes include revisions to content and trim, including an accessory power outlet added to the center console. In addition, outside mirrors with integral spotter feature are now standard on SLT and Denali and foglamps and body-color moldings are now standard on SLE, SLT and Denali models.

The 2012 Acadia Denali stands out with its signature Denali design cues, highlighted by a monochromatic exterior and chrome honeycomb grille. It also wears a number of specific exterior design cues,

All Acadia models offer three rows of seating that can be configured for seven or eight passengers. The seating configurations include two front bucket seats, a 60/40-split second-row bench (three passengers) or two second-row captain's chairs (two passengers) and a 60/40-split third-row bench seat.

GM's exclusive Smart Slide feature is standard on all second-row configurations, allowing quick and easy access to the third-row seating area.