The GMC Acadia is poised for a generational overhaul, with the forthcoming 2024 GMC Acadia set to introduce an all-new third generation. As such, GM Authority spy photographers have been busy capturing images of prototype models out and about testing on public roads, providing a preview of things to come. Now, we’re diving into the most recent batch of images showing off the next-gen crossover, this time with the off-roader-flavored 2024 GMC Acadia AT4.
Naturally, this isn’t the first time we’ve seen the 2024 GMC Acadia testing as a prototype. In fact, back in April, GM Authority covered exactly that, revealing a few interesting details thanks to the removal of the heavy vinyl camo. This time around, we’re getting a glimpse of several of the 2024 GMC Acadia AT4’s standout features. The front end, for example, includes a set of tow hooks mounted low in the bumper and obscured by swirling black-and-white camo. The front end also shows off a prominent skid plate tucked up under the nose of the crossover.
Moving into the profile, this 2024 GMC Acadia AT4 prototype is running a set of high-profile tires and small alloy wheels, setting it apart from the prototype model we covered in April and underlining the AT4’s off-road-oriented attitude. Up top, there’s a set of roof rails, while in the rear, there’s a quad set of exhaust tips with squared-off tips.
As GM Authority covered previously, the third-gen 2024 GMC Acadia will be physically larger than the current second-gen crossover, returning the nameplate to its full-size roots. The interior will be totally overhauled as well, and will feature a new steering wheel, new colors, and new materials, as well as the GM Super Cruise system. Under the hood, the 2024 GMC Acadia will cradle the turbocharged 2.5L I4 LK0 gasoline engine, as GM Authority was the first to report. Output is expected to be around 315 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque. Look for the 2024 GMC Acadia to start rolling off the line in January of the 2024 calendar year.
Check out our previous coverage on everything we know and expect from the 2024 GMC Acadia for more information, and be sure to subscribe to GM Authority for more GMC Acadia news, GMC news, and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
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How much more power will they get out of the 2.5T to separate this further from the Traverse?
The 2024 Traverse also comes with the 2.5T, and is listed at 315hp/317lb-ft of torque. The 2024 Acadia will most likely have the same power numbers as the Traverse, just as it does in the current generation with the outgoing 3.6L V6,
Be nice as GMC is the “premium brand” if the AT4 and denali editions get a car back exhaust and performance intake.
Oh god no. These vehicles, the customers have no desire to hear their motor. What are you 17? Yeah, let me hear my turbo four and intake sounds in my luxury family mobile…
It doesn’t matter if the power numbers are the same or better, the lack of a V6 option when practically every other car in the segment offers a V6 is dumb idea that will cost them sales.
Those competitors will be going away from V6’s during their next redesign or two. I will take the massive torque bump down low with the same HP any day from a smaller engine. It will drive well around town as opposed to the 3.6 needing to rev to make power. In a heavy vehicle that is not what you want. You want it quiet and good on gas which is what this motor will do. People said the same thing when a V6 replaced a V8, you are in the same boat and in a few years will forget all about it. Nothing special about a V6, they don’t sound good and their power is lacking. Bring on the big displacement turbo fours!
Keep sipping that weapons grade copium kool-aid….you’ll clearly accept whatever crap they offer….
If they made it a 3 wheeled one seater and put the door on the roof you would accept that to.
“In the next redesign or two….” read that slowly again.
So the competition will still be offering a V6 for the next 4 to 8 years potentially?….sounds great, I’m sure the Telluride will still have a V6.
I’m sure by then GM will be perfecting their .02L 1 banger with 500lbs of boost that gets 40mpg on paper and 18mpg in real life….when it isn’t munching on its valvetrain and turbo resulting in an $8,000 repair…..and you’ll be there to tell us how great it is……
The telluride V6 with 25 less hp and 55 less lb-ft than the GM i4? I agree turbos are problematic but it’s getting better with time, and I bet if you did a blind test in any vehicles with similar specs you wouldn’t know the 6 from the 4. That being said, let’s have a 6.2 in the Acadia, I’d be a buyer in a heartbeat. Mopar and Ford are destroying GM in high performance options so bad that it’s sad.
Maybe there will be an HO version that pumps up the torque like the 2.7T from the Canyon/ Colorado .
430 FT LBS for the GMC, and 391FT LBS for the Chevy .
I could see 315 hp and 350 LBS for the GMC Acadia in the upper trim levels.
They won’t. It will be the exact same engine.
It will probably be the same engine in the Buick and Cadillac version to because why would offer the customer more when they pay more, lets just screw them for some fancy badges instead……
When the heck are we going to actually see the 2024 model?!
Agree. I am very eager for the initial reveal.
I’m going to get one if they price is similar to the current model. However, I bet they increase the price.
They will, but mostly to adjust to inflation. The newer engine is lighter and has less parts than the V6
The Acadia will feature a .03 liter 1 cylinder with 350lbs of boost because we’ll do anything to not offer a V6……
Our new 2023 Acadia with the turbo I-4
really does have lots of power and functions well even in situations calling for instantaneous
and powerful acceleration. My wife and I are very happy with the vehicle.
I don’t have an issue with it being available on the Acadia, its a good base engine, what I don’t like is that its the ONLY engine.
I don’t have an issue with the 2.7 in the Silverado, I think its a good idea, especially for people that just use a full size truck as a commuter vehicle and seldom ever haul anything, the difference is that in the trucks, there are other options, you can get 2 different V8’s or a diesel 6 if you want to pay for it, I don’t like the “its a 4 take it or leave it” deal on the new Travers and Acadia.
You do make a valid point. One solution would be for GMC to offer a wider range of engine choices. For a while we had a 2015 GMC Terrain with a 3.5 liter six cylinder turbo charged engine, and it was very, very fast. So yes, there is a difference between a turbo 4 and a turbo six.
I assume that the Duramax won’t fit in this new rig. But just imagine the mileage it would get, with plenty of acceleration and towing ability.
It will look like a Canyon.
Have the same engine with HP/TQ as the Traverse….YAWN
If they truly want GMC to be a premium upgrade over Chevy. They should offer this with the twin turbo 3.6L V6!
GM needs a performance oriented midsize SUV that doesn’t cost $150K, that the Escalade does…come on GM. Ford, Jeep, and Dodge all have them in the ST Explorer, SRT/Hellcats Cherokee/Durango’s for years.
GM should start with firing Mary Barra. She hasn’t listened to what customers want since taking the wheel. She is too busy pushing her own agenda instead of the best interest of GM and its customers. I’ve been a faithful GM customer for over 30 years. I have been disappointed in my last 2 GM purchases. A 2017 (gen 2) Acadia which I’ve had to put $2000 worth of repairs in since it’s been out of warranty. It only has 72k on it now. It’s also turned into a rattle box. My latest is a 2021 AT4. It’s also plagued with rattles and a noisy engine (belt squeaks). It’s under warranty but I’m tired of the various GMC dealerships ‘I don’t give a s—t’ attitudes. I can promise you this, my next vehicle won’t be GM.