2016 GMC Acadia SLT-1

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 SLT-1 is the trim for buyers who want leather upholstery and heated front seats without stepping up to the SLT-2's extra luxury touches. Its 3.6L V6 makes 281 horsepower and pairs with a six-speed automatic, delivering smooth, quiet power that's well-suited to highway cruising, though it returns 18 mpg combined. Only the SLT-1 offers a power liftgate as standard, a convenience you won't find on the SLE trims.