As we write this, GMC is launching the all-new 2017 Acadia midsize crossover across North America. There is quite a bit that’s new about the 2017 Acadia: it’s an all-new vehicle, it rides on GM’s all-new C1 platform, brings GMC into a new segment (by repositioning the nameplate), and also introduces the new Acadia All-Terrain model.
What isn’t new is the range-topping Acadia Denali model — since the trim level was offered on the outgoing, first-generation Acadia (that GMC will continue selling as the 2017 Acadia Limited). But since the 2017 GMC Acadia is an entirely new CUV, so are the features and equipment included or available in the Denali trim.
Below, we first look at the Acadia Denali’s two seating configurations, then highlight the features that are either exclusively standard or exclusively optional on the 2017 GMC Acadia Denali. We then identify those features that are either standard on the 2017 Acadia Denali and standard on other high-end trims of the 2017 Acadia, or are standard on the 2017 Acadia Denali and are available on other 2017 Acadia trim levels. Too confusing? Just check these lists.
Seating Configurations
- Standard: 7-passenger, 2-3-2 seating configuration (ABA)
- Optional: 6-passenger, 2-2-2 seating configuration (ABB)
Exclusive Standard Features On 2017 Acadia Denali
- Multi-color configurable 8-inch enhanced driver instrument information display (UHS)
- Floor mats, carpeted front, second, and third rows (no RPO)
- Heated and ventilated driver and front passenger seats (KU9)
- Denali-specific leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls (N30)
- Power tilt and telescopic steering column (N38)
- Heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel (UVD)
- Signature Denali grille (no RPO)
- Active upper and lower front shutters not available on 2017 Acadia Denali
- High-intensity discharge headlamps (T4F)
- Power-programmable, hands-free liftgate (TC2)
- Bright roof rails (V8P)
- 20- by 8.0-inch (50.8 cm by 20.3 cm) polished aluminum wheels
Exclusive Optional Features On 2017 Acadia Denali
- Technology Package (PCH) includes:
- Surround Vision System (UVH)
- Adaptive cruise control with full-speed Stop/Go (KSG)
- Automatic Collision Preparation (UGN)
Non-Exclusive Features Standard On 2017 Acadia Denali And Standard On Other High-End 2017 Acadia Trim Levels
- Bose premium 8-speaker audio system with sub-woofer (UQA; standard on SLT-1 and SLT-2 and Denali, available on SLE-2)
- Driver Alert Package II (BGP) includes:
- Side Blind Zone Alert with Lane Departure Warning (UKC)
- Low speed Front Automatic Braking (UHY)
- Front Pedestrian detection (UKJ)
- IntelliBeam Headlamps (TQ5)
- Front and Rear Park Assist (UD5)
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert (UFG)
- Lane Keep Assist (UHX)
- Following Distance Indicator (UE4)
- Forward Collision Alert and Safety Alert Driver Seat (UEU)
- Memory Package, recalls two “presets” for power driver seat and outside mirrors (AAB)
- Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror (DD8)
- 120-volt, 3-prong household style power outlet located on the rear of center console (KI6)
- Remote vehicle start (BTV)
- Driver 8-way power seat adjuster (no RPO)
- Front passenger 8-way power seat adjuster (AH8)
- Driver power lumbar seat adjuster control (AL9)
- Passenger power lumbar seat adjuster control (AT9)
- Heated driver and front passenger seats (KA1)
- Heated rear outboard seats (KA6)
- Universal Home Remote, includes garage door opener, 3-channel programmable (UG1; available on SLE-2, standard on SLT-1, SLT-2, Denali)
- LED Daytime Running Lamps (T7E)
- Front projector type fog lamps (T3Y)
- Outside heated power-adjustable and driver-side auto-dimming, body-color, manual folding mirrors (DR2)
- Blackwall T135/70R18 compact spare tire (ZCD)
- H-rated, blackwall P235/55R20 all-season tires (QNU)
- 170-amp alternator (KW7)
- 3.16 ratio axle (GW5)
- Heavy-duty cooling system (V08)
- 3.6L V6 SIDI DOHC LGX with Variable Valve Timing
- 310 horsepower (231.1 kW) @ 6600 rpm
- 271 pound-feet of torque @ 5000 rpm (365.9 Nm)
- Dual exhaust (no RPO)
- Trailering Package (V92), includes:
- Factory-installed hitch
- 4000-pound towing
- 7-pin wiring harness
- Class III hitch and (V08)
- Heavy-duty cooling system
- 6-speed automatic transmission for AWD models (M7U)
- 6-speed automatic transmission for FWD model (M7W)
- All-wheel-drive system with all-wheel drive disconnect (F48)
Features Standard On 2017 Acadia Denali And Available On Other 2017 Acadia Trim Levels
- Audio system (IO6) with:
- 8-inch diagonal color touchscreen
- Navigation
- AM/FM/SiriusXM
- USB ports
- Auxiliary jack
- Bluetooth streaming audio for music and most phones
- Advanced phone integration featuring Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and voice-activated technology for radio and phone
Features Available On Acadia Denali And Other High-End Acadia Models
- Dual SkyScape 2-panel power sunroof with tilt-sliding front and fixed rear with sunscreen (C3U)
- Chassis continuously variable real time damping (F45)
Download the 2017 GMC Acadia order guide (PDF format).
Comments
why did gm do away with the “Headup display” on the 2017 Acadia Denali?
It’s a double sore point because the same platform’s XT5 model has the best looking GM HUD yet. I bet the 2018 models will have it.
No HUD option? In Denali for $$$? On a totally new vehicle? Seriously? GM’s own Buick LaCrosse has HUD as an option since 2010, and not even necessarily on the top trim (CXS back then). It was available and bought as an option by some people on the middle CXL trim as well.
Completely agree, cannot believe they removed the HUD after having it in the previous generation from day-1. I’m also surprised they also did away with the power-folding mirrors. With small parking spaces where I live, this is a big advantage I use daily. Since these are included in the XT5, I am hoping to see these show up in the 2018 model, along with an 8-speed or 9-speed transmission at least in the Denali trim level.
Great looking vehicle.
I don’t usually like CUV’s other than jeep GC.
How the dealers are supposed to sell this new smaller Denali to the people who liked Lambda crossovers for their vast interior space?
“Oh, you know, this new Acadia is smaller than the old one, but it’s so much more advanced than before!”
As a huge Cadillac loyalist and fan, and wanting to replace my 12th Cadillac , a ’15 SRX, I narrowed my new vehicle search to the beautiful XT5 and what is now my new ’17 Acadia Denali. After driving an XT5 several times as a service loaner vehicle, I loved all of the significant changes and updates and of course its polished new style. I especially love the new front end treatment. I KNEW that this would be my SRX’s successor. I’m not the biggest fan, though, of the new gear shift set up. I know many other high line vehicles employ a similar lever, but it just feels too busy to me.
Then I drove the Acadia. I was all done. What an impressive SUV! While it does not boast a Cadillac crest on the grille, it certainly could! In my opinion, not only is the new style beautiful and high end looking, but it has a much quieter cabin, very user friendly controls, a noticeably smoother ride and bonus….a third row!!
As mentioned by others on here, I agree with wishing there were power folding mirrors, as I used them nearly every day. And I also liked turn signal indicators integrated into my SRX front fenders. But aside from those two items, I feel like the more compact Acadia did a better job of checking off the “must have” boxes on my list. I do wish that GMC offered a chrome version of its Denali rim as was on the previous model, but I may just have these rims chromed so no big deal.
All in all, I couldn’t find a reason NOT to go with the Denali. Although it was a bit more expensive than the Cadillac, the features more than made up for that.
I highly recommend checking one out if you’re in the market. Two thumbs up!