Back in July, we reported that the GMC Acadia AT4 ships with 17-inch wheels (RPO code Q7D) and chunky all-terrain tires as standard, but that the rugged midsize crossover also offers a set of optional 20-inch wheels (SSZ) wrapped in all-season tires, as a $900 option. And now, GM Authority has learned from those familiar with product plans that the 20-inch wheels are no longer available for the Acadia AT4.
2020-2021 GMC Acadia AT4 with standard 17-inch wheels
2020-2021 GMC Acadia AT4 with optional 20-inch wheels
The change means that the black, six-spoke 17-inch wheels are the only wheel option for the 2021 Acadia AT4.
| Vehicle | Wheels | Tires | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Acadia AT4 – Standard | 17-inch Gloss Black aluminum (Q7D) | All-Terrain (5GV) | Standard |
| 2021 Acadia AT4 – Optional | 20-inch Machined Aluminum with Dark Accents (SSZ) | All-Season (QNU) | Optional* |
- * No longer available
The reason for the sudden discontinuation of the optional 20-inch SSZ wheels is uncertain. Also unclear is whether the Acadia AT4 will once more be offered with the larger wheels at some time in the future.
2020-2021 GMC Acadia AT4 with optional 20-inch wheels
Introduced for the 2017 model year, the second-generation GMC Acadia rides on the regular wheelbase variant of the GM C1 platform. Engine options include the atmospheric 2.5L I4 LCV, the turbocharged 2.0L I4 LSY, and the atmospheric 3.6L V6 LGX. A nine-speed automatic transmission is standard across the line as of the 2020 model year refresh. Both AWD and FWD are offered.
2020-2021 GMC Acadia AT4 with optional 20-inch wheels
The Acadia AT4 slots above the SL, SLE and SLT trim levels, but below the range-topping Acadia Denali. The AT4 features the 3.6L V6 LGX engine and AWD as standard. The base MSRP for the 2021 Acadia AT4 is $42,295, including the $1,195 destination freight charge.
Production of the second-gen Acadia takes place at the GM Spring Hill plant in Tennessee.
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Comments
On the other hand while an off road package should not have a 20” wheel since it should not be on an off road package, Should the Acadia really have an off road package since it really is not an off road vehicle?
Not everyone hates the larger wheels that better fill the large wheel wells over some undersized tire with a crappy sidewall with a odd Korean name on it.
Joking aside the Acadia is not really an off road vehicle so stop trying to fool people with a weak off road package in a vehicle that should remain on the road. If you want a real off road package take a next gen Canyon and make a real off road capable vehicle.
As for larger wheel many do like them. They are an option on all but the Denali so most people can choose what they like. Options make money and these make a lot.
Note too that the Denali with the electronic suspension rides and handles very well with the 20’s” and behave much like my old SSEI did on winding back roads just with a better ride.
But as a Denali owner if I go off road I grab my Canyon if the need arises.
Most – not all – black wheels look like they came from AutoZone.
The AT4’s are popular in my hometown . Once a dealer gets a couple of the they are gone in just a few days . IMO the black wheels don’t look as good as the 20’s do in person . If it’s a supply problem I hope GM adds another choice soon . I really can’t see someone taking this wanna be off roading , the only dirt it will see is a gravel road . Iv’e actually been looking at getting one this Spring with the 20’s because I really think black wheel are not so good looking on some vehicles .
Just like the Denali version is to chrome laden for me the Acadia doesn’t look good in those small black wheels .
It is a rather odd thing to offer just a single style wheel for a crossover , but the AR4 is nothing but a trim level so matbe it’s again a cost saving measure by the GM Beancounters .