GMC Announces All-New 2007 Acadia Crossover SUV
GMCrnannounced the all-new 2007 Acadia. It is GMC's first crossover,rndelivering a smooth, responsive driving experience, athletic design, arnspacious interior and a comprehensive safety package to thernfastest-growing vehicle segment in the United States.
"Acadiarnis a natural extension of the GMC brand," said John Larson, Pontiac-GMCrngeneral manager. "Its combination of smooth, responsive ride andrnhandling and SUV versatility embodies GMC's professional gradernphilosophy. Acadia is a great looking vehicle that will attractrncustomers who've never visited a GMC showroom."
The Acadia isrnengineered to reflect GMC's professional grade standards on arnbody-frame integral (BFI) structure that is reinforced withrnhigh-strength steel. It rides on a long wheelbase with wide tracks - arncombination that lowers the center of gravity and enables agile, stablernride and handling.
Acadia 's driving reflexes are supported byrnindependent front and rear suspensions. The front suspension features arnMacPherson strut design, with a direct-acting stabilizer bar andrnaluminum steering knuckles. Isolated mounting points help reduce noisernand vibration. The rear suspension uses a compact, state-of-the-artrnlinked "H" design, which has an isolated mounting system that reducesrnnoise and vibration transmitted to the passenger compartment.
Acadiarnfeatures standard power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering, withrnvariable-effort steering available. StabiliTrak electronic stabilityrncontrol system with rollover mitigation technology and traction controlrnis standard on all models.
The available, intelligent all-wheelrndrive system provides increased traction on slippery roads and otherrndriving situations - such as freeway ramps - where increased tractionrnwould enhance handling. There is no driver intervention; the systemrnautomatically decides how much torque to apply and delivers it to thernwheels that have the best traction.
"The responsive, preciselyrntuned chassis provides the driving experience of a smaller vehicle,"rnsaid Larson. "And Acadia's aerodynamic design, efficient V-6 and thernnew six-speed automatic work together to provide efficiency."
Efficient powertrain
ThernAcadia is powered by GM's 3.6L V-6 with variable valve timing (VVT),rnwhich is designed for good fuel economy, low emissions and exceptionalrnsmoothness. Paired to this engine is a new fuel-saving Hydra-Matic 6T75rnsix-speed automatic transmission. Acadia can tow up to 4,500 poundsrn(2,041 kg), when properly equipped, and comes in both front-wheel drivernand all-wheel drive models.
Athletic design
Withrna powerful front-end design, which hints at the GM 3.6L V-6 VVT enginernunderneath, the Acadia features athletic styling with a raked "GMC"rngrille and dual halogen projector headlamps. The design is highlightedrnby a rear spoiler, polished aluminum roof rails, dual exhaust withrnchrome tips and additional select bright work.
The profile of thernAcadia is sleek and aerodynamic, with a sporty, tapered roof line.rnDistinctive LED taillamps and a rear spoiler enhance the vehicle'srnsporty appearance, as do large 18-inch wheels and tires (19-inch wheelsrnare available).
Spacious, refined and versatile interior
ThernAcadia's interior features a "low and away" instrument panel thatrnenhances the feeling of openness in the front-row seats and provides arncommanding outward view. All interior elements feature high-quality,rnlow-gloss materials and attention to fit, finish and flushness.rnAdditional professional grade features include GMC's signature redrngauge lighting, thick door glass, flat-blade windshield wipers andrnstrategically placed sound deadening material, which minimize road andrnwind noise.
The interior can be configured for seven or eightrnpassengers. The second row is available with either a 60/40-split benchrn(three passengers) design or two captain's chairs (two passengers). ThernGM-exclusive Smart Slide feature is standard on both second-rowrnconfigurations and provides a wide space for passengers entering andrnexiting the third row.
Acadia also offers generous cargo room,rnincluding an estimated 117 cu. ft. (3,313 L) when the second- andrnthird-row seats are folded and an estimated 19.7 cu. ft. (557.9 L) ofrncargo space behind the third-row seat when it's in its upright positionrn- capacity many other SUVs and crossovers cannot come close tornmatching.
Acadia has a wide range of useful optional andrnstandard equipment, including heated outside mirrors, tri-zone heatingrnand air conditioning system, intermittent rear wiper, ultrasonicrnparking assist, power liftgate, extended-range remote vehicle startingrnsystem, heated windshield washer fluid, an oversized dual SkyScapernsunroof, DVD entertainment system, a DVD-based navigation system andrnBose 5.1 Surround Sound Audio system. Acadia also offers an exclusivernhead-up display that projects instrument readouts and other featuresrnonto the windshield for easy, eyes-on-the-road reference.
Comprehensive safety system
ThernGMC Acadia has a comprehensive safety system that is designed tornprotect passengers before, during and after a crash. Its strongrnstructure and four-wheel independent suspension system enhance safetyrnby providing stable ride and handling. Four-wheel anti-lock brakes,rnStabiliTrak electronic stability control system - with rolloverrnmitigation technology - and GM's tire pressure monitoring system arernstandard.
Acadia is equipped with six standard air bags: tworndual-stage frontal air bags, two seat-mounted side-impact air bags inrnthe first row and two roof rail air bags that cover all three seatingrnrows. The roof rail air bags are among the longest air bags in anyrnproduction vehicle. Complementing the air bags is GM's rollover sensingrnsystem, which will activate the roof rail air bags if sensors determinerna rollover occurring. Additionally, first-row positions feature safetyrnbelt pretensioners, which activate at the moment of a crash to take uprnany slack in the safety belt and hold the passengers in place.
Acadiarncomes standard with OnStar Generation 7 (with a one-year Safe and Soundrnplan), which features the Advanced Automatic Crash Notification system.rnIf the crash activates an air bag, the OnStar system automaticallyrnnotifies an OnStar advisor, who immediately calls the vehicle and/orrnsummons emergency help. Acadia also is equipped with OnStarrnTurn-by-Turn Navigation, a fully integrated GPS navigation system.
