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2010 GMC Acadia Safety Review

August 14, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Five stars, front impact test; five stars, side impact test
NHTSA

Good," frontal offset impact; "good," side impact; Top Safety Pick
IIHS

Standard safety features are generous
Edmunds

In safety, the GMC Acadia is real standout, with rave reviews from all sources researched by TheCarConnection.com.

Crash tests are one of the most important measures of a vehicle's safety, and in that regard the 2010 GMC Acadia follows on from last year's model's flawless performance. In NHTSA tests, the GMC Acadia earns a perfect five-star rating in every category, including front and side impacts on both the driver and passenger sides. The IIHS reports similarly high scores for the GMC Acadia, which garners the highest possible rating of "good" in both the frontal offset and side impact tests. Last year, the IIHS also awarded the 2009 GMC Acadia its prestigious Top Safety Pick award, citing the Acadia's "good performance in front, side, and rear tests and standard electronic stability control," features it carries on to the 2010 model.

While crash-testing can certainly be revealing, it's not the only factor that must be examined when determining overall vehicle safety. The GMC Acadia delivers the goods in this aspect, thanks to its wide range of safety features to complement its strong frame. Edmunds reviewers find that the standard safety features on the GMC Acadia include "antilock disc brakes, stability control, front-seat side airbags, full-length side-curtain airbags and the OnStar communications system." In addition, ConsumerGuide reports that "traction control" and an "antiskid system" come standard, as well as an "antiskid system w/rollover sensors [and] tire-pressure monitor."

Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com show that driver visibility, at least out the windshield, is not a concern in the GMC Acadia. According to the New York Times, "front visibility is excellent, though the tall rear glass makes it especially hard to find the vehicle's rear end while backing up." ConsumerGuide agrees, noting that the "high beltline in back makes the available rear obstacle detection and rearview camera worthwhile options."

Conclusion

Get the rearview camera option and you'll correct the only safety concern for the almost-perfect 2010 GMC Acadia.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Five stars, front impact test; five stars, side impact testNHTSAGood," frontal offset impact; "good," side impact; Top Safety PickIIHSStandard safety features are generousEdmunds In safety, the GMC Acadia is real standout, with rave reviews from all sources researched by TheCarConnection.com. Crash tests are one of the most important measures of a vehicle's safety, and in that regard the 2010 GMC Acadia follows on from last year's model's flawless performance. In NHTSA tests, the GMC Acadia earns a perfect five-star rating in every category, including front and side impacts on both the driver and passenger sides. The IIHS reports similarly high scores for the GMC Acadia, which garners the highest possible rating of "good" in both the frontal offset and side impact tests. Last year, the IIHS also awarded the 2009 GMC Acadia its prestigious Top Safety Pick award, citing the Acadia's "good performance in front, side, and rear tests and standard electronic stability control," features it carries on to the 2010 model. While crash-testing can certainly be revealing, it's not the only factor that must be examined when determining overall vehicle safety. The GMC Acadia delivers the goods in this aspect, thanks to its wide range of safety features to complement its strong frame. Edmunds reviewers find that the standard safety features on the GMC Acadia include "antilock disc brakes, stability control, front-seat side airbags, full-length side-curtain airbags and the OnStar communications system." In addition, ConsumerGuide reports that "traction control" and an "antiskid system" come standard, as well as an "antiskid system w/rollover sensors [and] tire-pressure monitor." Reviews read by TheCarConnection.com show that driver visibility, at least out the windshield, is not a concern in the GMC Acadia. According to the New York Times, "front visibility is excellent, though the tall rear glass makes it especially hard to find the vehicle's rear end while backing up." ConsumerGuide agrees, noting that the "high beltline in back makes the available rear obstacle detection and rearview camera worthwhile options." ConclusionGet the rearview camera option and you'll correct the only safety concern for the almost-perfect 2010 GMC Acadia. 2010 GMC ACADIA STYLING | [9 out of 10] Cars.com: "Someone with fashion sense resides inside GM's design studio." Edmunds: "Well-rounded nature and handsome design" Kelley Blue Book: "A handsome package that looks masculine and up-scale" New York Times: "A bit more tailored and ...

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Practically speaking, the Acadia’s only direct competitor is the Ford Flex, a crossover vehicle that combines a comparable emphasis on passenger comfort and space with a completely different, boxy style. Like the Acadia, the Flex has a third-row seat that’s good enough for smaller adults. The Acadia's powertrain outmuscles Honda's eight-passenger crossover, the Pilot. The Toyota Highlander offers slightly more ruggedness, but it can't match the interior room of the Acadia. The Mazda CX-9 is also worth putting on your list, as it comes close to matching many of the Acadia's people and cargo capabilities, while offering a more enjoyable driving experience.

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