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I think my hubby and I have settled on this car, but there is not a lot of consumer reviews out there. Just wondering if there was anything you loved or hated about the vehicle. Possibly going next week to get it.
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Well, your question has been on my private watch list for about as long as you posted it. Since knowone has taken the time to answer your question, I will give it my best shot, as long as you know I have an unqualified opinion because I do not own a GMC Acadia. First, I would like to congratulate you on your third child. I am sure it is a wonderful feeling beyond what words can describe. What an accomplishment. Your husband is the man!! lol.
I am an avid reader of the automobile industry and I have followed the product cycles of cars and trucks for the better part of 20 years. I would suggest that you google the technical service bulletin for the GMC Acadia on the internet and this will give you facts from the manufacturer as to what is wrong. If anything.
I sat in the Acadia about a year ago at a car show and my jaw dropped. It is an amazing piece of automotive engineering that any motor company could be proud of. It is a keeper. The greatest concerns I have heard from consumer reviews have been comments around the automatic transmission. Many describe it as hunting for a gear and slow to down shift when passing a vehicle. The reason why this is the case is because the vehicle is heavy with a big motor, the higher the gearing the better the fuel economy. So for some, it may feel under powered, but who is racing with 3 kids in tow? It will get you there in good time.
The Acadia has the comfort and capacity to be luxurious even though the brand, GMC is not a luxury brand. As a result, you are getting a top notch best in class vehicle, that others will copy. As with all SUV's pay attention to the blind spots and a back up camera is not a must but would be nice when kids are running around and you are backing out of the drive, or trying to park downtown against a curb. Now when I was in the service we just had somebody get out of the vehicle and guide the truck, which will save money and is not a bad idea...sorry Dad. lol.
I sincerely hope this helps you.
Peace.
Well, your question has been on my private watch list for about as long as you posted it. Since knowone has taken the time to answer your question, I will give it my best shot, as long as you know I have an unqualified opinion because I do not own a GMC Acadia. First, I would like to congratulate you on your third child. I am sure it is a wonderful feeling beyond what words can describe. What an accomplishment. Your husband is the man!! lol.
I am an avid reader of the automobile industry and I have followed the product cycles of cars and trucks for the better part of 20 years. I would suggest that you google the technical service bulletin for the GMC Acadia on the internet and this will give you facts from the manufacturer as to what is wrong. If anything.
I sat in the Acadia about a year ago at a car show and my jaw dropped. It is an amazing piece of automotive engineering that any motor company could be proud of. It is a keeper. The greatest concerns I have heard from consumer reviews have been comments around the automatic transmission. Many describe it as hunting for a gear and slow to down shift when passing a vehicle. The reason why this is the case is because the vehicle is heavy with a big motor, the higher the gearing the better the fuel economy. So for some, it may feel under powered, but who is racing with 3 kids in tow? It will get you there in good time.
The Acadia has the comfort and capacity to be luxurious even though the brand, GMC is not a luxury brand. As a result, you are getting a top notch best in class vehicle, that others will copy. As with all SUV's pay attention to the blind spots and a back up camera is not a must but would be nice when kids are running around and you are backing out of the drive, or trying to park downtown against a curb. Now when I was in the service we just had somebody get out of the vehicle and guide the truck, which will save money and is not a bad idea...sorry Dad. lol.
I sincerely hope this helps you.
Peace.
best mid-upper level SUV (ie. lexus, bmw, acura, etc.)?
Gumnaam1
we're looking for an SUV in the mid-upper level range and wanted to know if any of you own one and what you like/dislike about it. we're thinking mostly of lexus, bmw and acuras.
thanks!
Thanks for that info...what about a sedan in that family of cars you mentioned? I'm basically trying to fiure out what car would be best when we have 1-2 kids (we have none now). i LOVE toyotas...am driving a corolla currently.
you guys are both so awesome!! i'm doing some research right now. thanks so much again!!!!!!!!
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Oh I love questions like these because I love luxury cars. Anywho, I would take a look at the Audi Q7 also. It is VERY underrated. Most people sleep on Audi, but it has one of the best interiors in an SUV and it has amazing road presence, especially at night. I'm a car guy and people call me on the phone to ask me what the hell they just saw when a big ass Audi just drove past them. Then they ask me how much it is then say, "Oh, nevermind." If you're looking in that range you can probably afford one.
Oh and another SUV to consider is the Buick Enclave. I am a sportscar type of guy, but I love the Enclave. It just looks so plush.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8q6yKDAom8
I would also take a look at the new Escalade or a Yukon. The interior isn't AS nice, but they also have great road presence. Used Range Rovers are possibly in your range also, but the reliability on those aren't pretty good in general.
Another one to look at is the Infiniti FX35. I never understand why this doesn't sell more. I personally think it's the best looking SUV out right now. It is also based on the G35s chassis so it can handle well.
Finally I would take a look at used Porsche Cayennes. These have FANTASTIC interiors and they perform very well. Porsche is also the quintessential luxury brand(not counting stuff like RR, Bentley, etc.) so you have the best brand name if you're into that kind of thing.
[Edit: As far as sedans go I would pick a Sedan over an SUV any day of the week personally. Something like a year old used Lexus GS300 would probably suit you well since you like Toyota. I gotta give another quick shout out to Audi and recommend a used Audi A8. You can find them 2-3 years old for $50K and it would trounce anything Toyota makes(and pretty much everyone else) in luxury outside of a brand new LS460. An quick FYI is the Bentley Continental GT/Flying Spur share about 20% of it's parts with the Audi A8. Audi's interiors are also top of the line especially in the A8s.
http://www.motivemagazine.com/emAlbum/albums/Manufacturers/Audi/A8/2004-2007%20(D3%20Platform)/Extended%20Wheelbase/Interior/audi-a8-012.jpg
http://www.motivemagazine.com/emAlbum/albums/Manufacturers/Audi/A8/2004-2007%20(D3%20Platform)/Extended%20Wheelbase/Interior/audi-a8-003.jpg
Oh I love questions like these because I love luxury cars. Anywho, I would take a look at the Audi Q7 also. It is VERY underrated. Most people sleep on Audi, but it has one of the best interiors in an SUV and it has amazing road presence, especially at night. I'm a car guy and people call me on the phone to ask me what the hell they just saw when a big ass Audi just drove past them. Then they ask me how much it is then say, "Oh, nevermind." If you're looking in that range you can probably afford one.
Oh and another SUV to consider is the Buick Enclave. I am a sportscar type of guy, but I love the Enclave. It just looks so plush.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n8q6yKDAom8
I would also take a look at the new Escalade or a Yukon. The interior isn't AS nice, but they also have great road presence. Used Range Rovers are possibly in your range also, but the reliability on those aren't pretty good in general.
Another one to look at is the Infiniti FX35. I never understand why this doesn't sell more. I personally think it's the best looking SUV out right now. It is also based on the G35s chassis so it can handle well.
Finally I would take a look at used Porsche Cayennes. These have FANTASTIC interiors and they perform very well. Porsche is also the quintessential luxury brand(not counting stuff like RR, Bentley, etc.) so you have the best brand name if you're into that kind of thing.
[Edit: As far as sedans go I would pick a Sedan over an SUV any day of the week personally. Something like a year old used Lexus GS300 would probably suit you well since you like Toyota. I gotta give another quick shout out to Audi and recommend a used Audi A8. You can find them 2-3 years old for $50K and it would trounce anything Toyota makes(and pretty much everyone else) in luxury outside of a brand new LS460. An quick FYI is the Bentley Continental GT/Flying Spur share about 20% of it's parts with the Audi A8. Audi's interiors are also top of the line especially in the A8s.
http://www.motivemagazine.com/emAlbum/albums/Manufacturers/Audi/A8/2004-2007%20(D3%20Platform)/Extended%20Wheelbase/Interior/audi-a8-012.jpg
http://www.motivemagazine.com/emAlbum/albums/Manufacturers/Audi/A8/2004-2007%20(D3%20Platform)/Extended%20Wheelbase/Interior/audi-a8-003.jpg
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