“I love the overall style and comfort of the car. The safety features are amazing and are great to have with younger drivers. One feature that I do not like are the headlights. They seem very dim in the night time, even when the high beams are turned on.”
2023 GMC Acadia: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2023 GMC Acadia is largely a carryover, and its headline update is a wrapped steering wheel for the SLT, AT4 and Denali trims. There is no redesign or major mechanical change.
About the 2023 GMC Acadia
Second generation, final year before the all-new 2024 redesign.
GMC positioned the 2023 Acadia as a premium-leaning midsize three-row SUV that mixes family space, flexible cargo room and available towing with a more upscale look than many mainstream rivals. Across GMC’s own materials, the themes are comfort, versatility, useful technology and a broad trim spread: SLE for core family duty, SLT for more comfort, AT4 for light off-pavement use and Denali for a more luxurious feel.
The 2023 lineup runs from the practical SLE to the more polished SLT, the adventure-focused AT4 and the luxury-oriented Denali. AT4 stands out with a V6, AWD and off-road driving modes, while Denali adds ventilated front seats, heated second-row seats and a head-up display. Every trim has an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
What changed, by category
Styling
SLT, AT4 and Denali gained a wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls.
Safety
Park Assist changed from standard to optional on SLE, SLT and AT4.
2023 GMC Acadia specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD / AWD | AWD / FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 22 mpg | 19–22 mpg | 19–22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 29 mpg | 27 mpg | 26–29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 228 hp | 228–310 hp | 228–310 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258–271 lb-ft | 258–271 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4000 lb | 4000 lb | 4000 lb | 4000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 79 cu-ft | 79 cu-ft | 79 cu-ft | 79 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 29.7 in | 29.7 in | 29.7 in | 29.7 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Hill Descent Control | ||||
| Hill Start Assist | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Subwoofer | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2023 GMC Acadia compared with the 2022 model?
The 2023 Acadia received only minor equipment changes. SLT, AT4 and Denali gained a wrapped steering wheel, while Park Assist changed from standard to optional on SLE, SLT and AT4; the engines, trim lineup and standard safety suite otherwise carried over.
Is the 2023 GMC Acadia a redesigned model?
No, the 2023 Acadia is not redesigned. It is the final model year of the second-generation version before the all-new, larger 2024 Acadia arrived.
Which 2023 GMC Acadia trims have the new wrapped steering wheel?
The 2023 Acadia SLT, AT4 and Denali have the newly added wrapped steering wheel with audio and cruise controls. The SLE did not receive this update.
Is Park Assist standard on the 2023 GMC Acadia?
Park Assist is optional rather than standard on the 2023 Acadia SLE, SLT and AT4. This is a change from 2022, when it was standard on those three trims.
Is the 2023 GMC Acadia worth choosing over the 2022 model for its updates?
The 2023 Acadia is not a meaningful upgrade over the 2022 model based on equipment changes alone. Its main addition is a wrapped steering wheel on three trims, and Park Assist became optional on SLE, SLT and AT4; the main mechanical and safety-suite content stayed much the same.
2023 GMC Acadia Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 GMC Acadia.
4.2
2023 GMC Acadia
(213 reviews)
“The car is comfortable, safe, attractive, and made to last, and I recommend giving it consideration.”
“The ease of the drive is great and the ability to maneuver in and out of traffic is a smooth ride.”