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CHASSIS & SUSPENSION
The foundation for the premium character of Acadia is its strong chassis and sophisticated suspension design. The smooth ride of Acadia starts
with having the longest wheelbase in its class. A host of suspension engineering features then balance ride comfort with responsive handling
to create a refi ned driving experience.
WIDE STANCE/LONG WHEELBASE
Acadia has the longest wheelbase
measurement in its class, which
reduces fore-aft rocking at
highway speeds. The wide track
pushes the wheels out to the edge
of the body for the stability and
sure-footed cornering found in
much smaller vehicles.
ADVANCED DUAL-FLOW VALVING
This feature in Acadia Denali’s front
suspension provides a smoother
ride and improved handling across
a broad range of driving conditions.
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FULLY INDEPENDENT
SUSPENSION For precise control
and premium refinement, GMC
Acadia is engineered with a four-
wheel independent suspension.
As the name implies, each
wheel can act independently to
maintain road contact, which
helps you stay in control. With
sophisticated shock absorbers
and struts filled with nitrogen gas
and conventional fluid, the ride is
smooth and controlled even on
poorly maintained roads.
POWER RACK-AND-PINION
STEERING For precise and
accurate response, Acadia
features power rack-and-pinion
steering. It provides a positive
on-center feel at highway speeds,
as well as low-speed assist for
maneuvering in tight spaces. On
SLT and Denali models, variable
assist power steering adjusts
steering assist torque in relation
to your speed, contributing to the
accurate handling of your Acadia.
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) For
an extra measure of traction in wet
or dry weather, a fully automatic
AWD system is available on all
Acadia models. This system
transfers power between front
and rear wheels based on driver
input and available traction, giving
you control when you need it.
Because the AWD system is so well
integrated with Acadia, it is almost
imperceptible in daily driving.
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
To make the most of available
traction on many road surfaces,
traction control measures and
compares the speed of your
wheels. If it senses one or more
wheels starting to spin, such as
on a slippery surface, the system
applies individual brakes and
manages engine power to direct
torque to the wheels with the
most traction available, so you
can move forward with a better
sense of control.
ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
(ABS) For confident stops in
a variety of conditions, every
Acadia features four-channel
antilock brakes. When the brakes
are applied, ABS can detect
impending wheel lock-up, and
then pulse that wheel’s brake to
prevent it. A four-channel system,
it can activate any combination
of vehicle brakes independently
to maintain control.
POWER FOUR-WHEEL DISC
BRAKES For outstanding braking
performance in virtually any
conditions, power four-wheel
disc brakes are standard on every
model. The discs are ventilated
to help shed heat and prevent
brake fade, letting you brake
with confidence.
TRAILERING PACKAGE Acadia
is engineered with a maximum
trailer weight rating of up to
5200 lbs.
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When you order this
available package, you get the
heavy-duty cooling system, a
factory-installed trailer hitch with
a standard 2" receiver, attaching
points for safety chains and a
seven-pin trailer harness with a
built-in universal adapter.
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Maximum trailer weight ratings are
calculated assuming a base vehicle, except
for any option(s) necessary to achieve
the rating, plus driver. The weight of other
optional equipment, passengers and cargo
will reduce the maximum trailer weight your
vehicle can tow. See your GMC dealer for
additional details.
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