2026 GMC Acadia

The 2026 Acadia lineup includes several trims designed to match different lifestyles and preferences. The Elevation serves as a confident starting point with essential comfort and tech features. Adventure-oriented drivers might prefer the AT4 trim, which adds all-terrain touches and enhanced traction. Moving up, the Denali brings premium luxury appointments, refined materials, and elevated design cues. New for 2026, the Denali Ultimate represents the most exclusive and technology-rich version, featuring premium leather, unique accents, Super Cruise hands-free driving capability, and high-end audio.

Under the hood, the 2026 Acadia comes standard with a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This engine delivers strong acceleration and confident passing power on highways, making the Acadia well suited for California freeways or coastal cruising alike. Regardless of trim, this turbo engine balances power with everyday usability and capability.

The 2026 Acadia blends smooth, composed on-road manners with a capability that lets you confidently take on longer trips or varying terrain. Available all-wheel drive enhances traction on slick surfaces or light off-road trails, while the AT4 trim’s tuned suspension and all-terrain tires provide extra confidence where pavement ends. With its up to 5,000-pound towing capacity when properly equipped, the Acadia can handle boats, trailers, or recreation gear with ease, a real plus for weekend adventurers heading out of Salinas toward the Sierra Nevada or the coast.

Inside, the 2026 Acadia offers a modern and spacious cabin with flexible seating arrangements. Standard infotainment includes a large touchscreen display with intuitive controls, while higher trims provide premium touches like heated and ventilated leather seats, panoramic sunroof, and premium Bose audio systems. Seating capacity varies by trim, with the Elevation and AT4 offering up to eight seats and Denali trims accommodating seven with more luxurious appointments. Cargo space behind the third row provides room for everyday gear, groceries, or weekend luggage, and folding rear rows expands storage when needed.

Safety remains a priority in the 2026 Acadia, with more than 19 standard safety and driver-assistance technologies across the lineup. These include features like automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-keeping assist, and adaptive cruise control. Available upgrades, particularly on higher trims like Denali Ultimate, add advanced systems like Super Cruise, enabling hands-free driving on compatible highways, as well as surround-vision camera views and head-up display options to boost awareness.