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pleasant enough to drive, but it feels big
A prod of the throttle sometimes results in slow downshifts for passing power.
the Acadia is among the heaviest in its segment, which results in performance that is nothing to write home about
The steering is intuitive and rather light, which allows the driver to feel more in command.
nary a whiff of truck-stop mountain-man aggression
PERFORMANCE | 7 out of 10
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pleasant enough to drive, but it feels big
Edmunds
A prod of the throttle sometimes results in slow downshifts for passing power.
Consumer Guide
the Acadia is among the heaviest in its segment, which results in performance that is nothing to write home about
Car and Driver
The steering is intuitive and rather light, which allows the driver to feel more in command.
Cars.com
nary a whiff of truck-stop mountain-man aggression
New York Times
The GMC Acadia's optional AWD system (which can transmit as much as 65 percent of engine power to the rear wheels as necessary) is plenty for snow days, or muddy back roads on the way to the cabin, but it won't be suitable for full-on off-road adventuring. Trucklike towing capacity is there, though: up to 5,200 pounds, when properly equipped.
Handling is surprisingly good for such a heavy vehicle; the Acadia has a four-wheel independent suspension and nice hydraulic-assist steering that is quite confidence-inspiring and agile overall.
Conclusion
The 2011 GMC Acadia performs adequately, but it won't satisfy high-performance wants.
