The 2020 GMC Acadia has undergone a
refresh since its complete redesign that occurred in 2017, and has arrived for
our Charlotte area buyers. From the striking new front end to the all new rear
end, or the first ever Acadia AT4 model engineered for adventure, Liberty BuickGMC is excited give you the run-down on how you will see yourself in the new 2020
GMC Acadia coming to our showroom this fall.
The kids
are at home or heading back from camp, but school is just a few days out from
coming back into session. Some of us are wrapping up those sweet vacations and
plans and going back to the grind of work and day-to-day life. Summer is in
session, but fall is around the corner, and here in Charlotte-Matthews, we’re looking
ahead to these changing times.
Ready for 2020 vision?
For many,
August is a month of change and clarity, and arguably a worthy competitor of
January 1st. Some New Year’s Resolutions don’t pan out, but August
is over halfway through the year and a great time to consider taking up new resolutions,
goals, and ideas. August is also the time of year that we start getting
exclusive looks at the line-up of 2020 models heading into our dealership this
fall. Whether you are looking for greater reliability, peace of mind, power, or
style, the 2020 GMC Acadia should be what you set your sights on heading into
fall 2019.
The 2020
GMC Acadia delivers a surprisingly powerful performance, and a distinctive bold
new look, despite its redesign merely three years ago in 2017. Looking into the
2020 Acadia, GMC has clearly valued great attention to detail when it comes to
every inch of design of this mid-size SUV. With the 2020 GMC Acadia, you will
be sure to receive a premium driving experience, whether you choose the Acadia
or the first ever 2020 Acadia AT4.
At a
glance, the 2020 Acadia will catch your eye for its:
- New bolder styling with a redesigned
hood and grille
- New LED headlamps and
taillamps with signature C-shape lighting
- Authentic materials
throughout, including available real wood accents
- Available 20" aluminum
wheels
- Available heated,
power-adjustable, power-folding outside mirrors
In fact,
the vice president of Global GMC, Duncan Aldred, described the 2020 Acadia as,
“…stylish, functional and capable with more of the smart convenience and
connectivity features that customers rely on every day. And with GMC’s
signature refinement at its core, the new Acadia advances the brand’s
commitment to offering premium vehicles for discerning crossover customers.”
Does the 2020 Acadia bring more than a facelift in the newest refresh?
Of course,
the 2020 Acadia is not vain with just impressive outer appearances. GMC has
ensured that what’s on the inside counts just as much, with:
- Available 3.6L V6 engine with
310 horsepower
- New available 2.0L Turbo
engine
- New 9-speed automatic
transmission
- New Stop/Start technology with
deactivation switch
Under the
hood, the 2020 Acadia continues with a 193 horsepower, 2.5-liter engine and the
310 horsepower, 3.6-liter engine, but also gains an optional 2.0-liter
turbocharged four cylinder engine with a new nine-speed automatic suspension on
the Acadia SLT and Acadia Denali models. Producing a stunning 237 hp and 258
lb-ft of torque, this engine is designed to provide the perfect blend of power
and efficiency, along with premium refinement. The engine is rated at a GMC-estimated 230
horsepower (172 kW) and 258 lb-ft of torque (350 Nm).
The 2020
Acadia is optimizing the performance for varied driving demands through:
- High valve lift for maximum
power
- Low valve lift for a greater balance
of power and efficiency
- Active Fuel Management
(cylinder deactivation) that disables two of the cylinders in light load
conditions to optimize efficiency
Reliability for the 2019-2020 school year (and years to come)
A modern
vehicle can be as forward-thinking and connected as you are, which is why the
2020 Acadia keeps you up to date and on the go. The Acadia is engineered to
help you drive with peace of mind, even at maximum capacity.
Whether carpooling
to work, serving as the personal Uber to the children as they race from school,
sports practice, music lessons, or visiting family locally around the Carolinas
or taking long road trips, rest assured that the Acadia is always performing at
its best.
This time
of the year can be chaotic for families as they head back to school and get
back into the swing of new schedules and priorities. The 2020 Acadia refresh has
introduced even more cutting edge technology and design to make your driving
safer and more efficient. Check these out:
- New available 6" diagonal
color Head-Up Display
- New available Rear
Camera Mirror
- New Electronic Precision Shift
system
- Available Lane Keep Assist
with Lane Departure Warning
- Available Lane Change Alert
with Side Blind Zone Alert
- Active Noise Cancellation
- Rear Seat Reminder
The Next
Generation GMC Infotainment system incorporates an 8-inch color touch screen
(with a new and improved user interface from the 2017 redesign), hands-free
Bluetooth connectivity, Android Auto and Apple Car Play, as well as, an
available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot which can provide connectivity for up to seven
devices. Your passengers will love being able to catch up on social media,
share their favorite new song, or search that urgent Google search-worthy
question facing debate during the ride home.
Certain
models can be equipped with embedded navigation that incorporates Cloud
connectivity, meaning you’ll experience improved real-time traffic updates or
migrate driver profiles, so no more fighting over changing radio station
presets or other vehicle preferences between drivers.
On the Go, and Looking Better than Ever
With a powerful
performance and a bold new look, the 2020 Acadia mid-size SUV offers functional
versatility and intelligent technology for a premium driving experience.
The 2020
Acadia has ample and stylish cargo space that can accommodate all the equipment
that comes with your busy life.
How will
the 2020 Acadia make your life easier? The Acadia certainly delivers with the
following:
- Three rows of seating with
third-row 50/50 split bench
- Smart Slide second-row seating
- Fold-flat second- and
third-row seats
- Seating options for 6 or 7
passengers
- New large pass-through
under-console storage
- Available hands-free power
programmable lift gate
Looking for more of
an off-the-pavement type of adventure? Look no further.
In 2020,
GMC is introducing the first ever Acadia AT4. Not only does it bring impressive
off-road performance to the already powerful and bold Acadia, but it also provides
an adventurous design inspired by outdoor lifestyles on the exterior and interior.
There’s also:
- Advanced twin-clutch AWD
system
- Powerful 3.6L V6 engine
- 9-Speed automatic transmission
- Traction Select System
- Exclusive AT4 17" wheels
with all-terrain tires
- Exclusive AT4 grille and black
chrome exterior accents
- Black outside mirrors and
gloss-black roof rails
- Exclusive interior with AT4
badging
- AT4 heavy-duty floor mats and
cargo mat
- Available cargo management
system
The AT4
model line incorporates an active, athletic spirit into its design, from its
distinct and exclusive black chrome finished grille design, gloss black roof
rails, black mirror, caps, and a black chrome tail lamp accent panel, to the
17-inch wheels finished in black chrome (also, exclusive only to the AT4) with
all-terrain standard tires. The interior doesn’t disappoint with an extension
of style into the cabin with dark chrome interior accents, and Jet Black or
Kalahari leather-appointed seats.
The Acadia
AT4 offers a five-passenger seating configuration, alongside a Cargo Management
System that can provide additional storage flexibility within the cargo area.
Drive with confidence: Safety and Prevention Technologies
Every time
you get behind the wheel of a 2020 GMC Acadia, you can drive with confidence
knowing that you and your passengers are safe. The Driver Alert package,
available on Acadia SLE and standard on Acadia SLT, AT4, and Denali, includes:
- Lane Change Alert with Side
Blind Zone Alert: Provides
the driver with an illuminated warning in the side view mirrors before and
during a lane change maneuver if a moving vehicle is detected in or
rapidly approaching the driver’s blind zones.
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert: When in Reverse, Rear
Cross Traffic Alert can provide alerts to help the driver avoid colliding
with approaching detected left or right cross-traffic, such as when
backing out of a crowded parking space or driveway with side obstructions.
- Rear Park Assist: This can help drivers
avoid certain objects when backing up at low speeds. Rear Park Assist may
not detect all children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals or objects below
the bumper. Drivers should remember to always check the area around the
vehicle before backing up and make sure the Rear Vision Camera lens is
kept clean of mud, dirt, and snow.
The Driver
Alert Package II, which is available on Acadia SLT and AT4 models and standard
on Acadia Denali, builds off the Driver Alert I package by adding:
- Automatic Emergency Braking: In some emergency
low-speed front-end collision situations, this feature can help reduce
crash severity or even help avoid it by either applying the brakes
automatically if the driver has not already done so, or enhancing the
driver’s braking.
- Forward Collision Alert: This system can warn
drivers of a possible front-end collision situation with a vehicle they
are following.
- Front Pedestrian Braking: In some emergency
front-end collision situations, the available Front Pedestrian Braking
feature can help reduce injury or avoid the collision with pedestrians by
applying the brakes automatically or enhancing the driver’s braking.
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane
Departure Warning: Provides
gentle steering wheel input and alerts to help prevent drivers from
unintentionally drifting out of their intended lane.
- Intellibeam headlamps: High-beam headlamps can
automatically be switched on when it is dark enough and when
no other traffic is present, and then turned off when conditions warrant,
such as when another vehicle is approaching.
- Front and Rear
Park Assist: This
can help drivers avoid certain objects in front or behind the vehicle’s
path during low-speed parking.
- Safety Alert Seat: Intuitively communicates
the direction of a possible collision threat by pulsing the corresponding
sides of the driver’s seat.
The 2020 GMC Acadia
at Liberty Buick GMC
If you’re
looking for a stylish, capable, and impeccably-refined midsize SUV, consider
the new 2020 GMC Acadia. The prices of the 2020 Acadia remain unknown, but will
likely have mild increases over the current 2019 models, which range from
$33,995 to $48,695. Look for the 2020 Acadia to arrive on our lot this fall,
2019.
Can’t wait until the 2020 model is here? We’ve got you covered
Currently,
we have the 2019 Acadia, Acadia Denali, and Terrain Denali available. Choose
your build, view our inventory, and request a quote today! Our team of Acadia
enthusiasts is well-equipped to answer any questions that you may have about
this capable SUV.
-Tayler
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