2016 GMC Acadia SLE-2

The 2016 Acadia is GMC's three-row family SUV, sized between the smaller Terrain and the Yukon, and it seats up to seven. It drives smoothly and quietly, with a comfortable ride that makes long trips easy, though the steering feels a bit numb. Inside, the cabin is roomy and flexible, with a walk-through to the third row and folding seats, but cargo space behind the third row is tight. Reliability is generally good, though some owners have had electrical gremlins like radio glitches or blind-spot sensor issues, usually fixed under recall. The SLE-2 is the mid-level trim that adds the convenience features most families want, like a power driver seat and remote start, without the leather you'd get on an SLT. Its 3.6L V6 makes 281 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, which feels smooth and responsive around town but returns 18 mpg combined.