Our GMC Acadia w Denali package still ended up being $80,000 but it has just about every single option GM offers with the exception of those God Awful tow hooks up front on the AT4.
I know you were comparing the Yukon vs Denali but I think it's important to note that one of the biggest upgrades in the 2024 Acadia is that is has 3 seats in the back compared to only 2 in the 2023 Acadia. Great video. Thanks.
I traded in a 2023 Yukon Denali on a 2024 Acadia Denali. Saved 30% on payment, better gas milage and just as comfortable in my opinion. I really like both, and I am not disappoint in my decision to "down size" to the Acadia.
This was an amazing video, thanks JB! Super helpful, seems like the Acadia really got a massive overhaul of improvements. The second row also seems spacious enough. I do like the larger headroom, but I'm not sure it's worth the extra $26K. Interesting the updated infotainment is going portrait instead of landscape, just like the Dodge Rams. I'm not sure I love that, but I'd like to see it in person first.
My eiger and I have been needing a new vehicle for her for several years. Two years ago we began renting cars for her work trips and for our vacations just to be able to get 6 or 7 hour trips in a potential car in real world conditions on interstates and then a week of around town driving. We tested the Toyota offerings, those from Honda, we were set to try out the new Mazda CX90 but by chance tested a GMC Achadia w the Denali package. It was in the new volcanic red metallic and was stunning. The drive was better than any other SUV we had tried & it had the best infotainment system of any vehicle period...it's like 18"! The HUD is fantastic. After discussion the final price of our GMC Acadia Danali ended up paying was $80,000. We saw an GMC Crew Cab 2500 Denali that we considered buying for me on the same day but we would have had to finance a part of that vehicle so we decided to wait a year and then come back to buy it so there would be no financing on the truck either. The only thing I am not thrilled with on my wife's Acadia is the 4 cylinder engine GM decided to put in it. There has yet to be a situation that the drive train has let us down for our needs, but for the love of the lord it is a screamer. If you put your foot in it the thing WANTS to rev...and we just don't care for that F1 screaming sound...but we like the way the thing gets up and moves. It is very easy to carry 7 people in it plus cargo in the back. That's what we needed. GM hit it on the nose with this new 2025 Acadia Denali.
Very good review and very helpful. Actually, my son bought an Acadia Denali for his wife and was thinking about a Yukon for himself. Since they are a family of 4, I thought he would enjoy seeing your comparison. I shared it with him. I definitely agree with your assessment and think the Acadia is the winner here. It seems to better the Yukon in most ways. Thanks for the video!
I’ve always felt like the Yukon/Tahoe/Escalade is a bit short on legroom in the 2nd row- as a 6’8 driver anyone that sits behind me is not happy. There are a handful of SUV’s, PU trucks and long sedans that can accommodate my specific issue. Nice to see the Acadia (horrible name for a vehicle) makes 2nd row space a priority! It’s really more about the placement of the B pillar where the 2nd row seatbelt is tied into.
What are some of the cars that accommodate the 2nd row space for you? I’m 6’6 and running into trying to fit car seats behind me. We have a CX-5 that might make it a few more months before my son and I can no longer fold ourselves into the vehicle. I want this next purchase to last us awhile.
@@johnferguson5558- I checked out the Chevy version of the Acadia- I totally fit and had OK leg room behind my front seat adjusted position. Also the Kia Telluride (as well as its Palisade cousin) are EXCELLENT with rear leg and headroom- Ford Expedition and Ram 1500 have copious amount(s) of leg AND headroom. Btw- headroom is shrinking in so many brands because of the large panorama glass roofs- manufacturers love using them to simplify production- but it really steals headroom from us taller folks- I’m ordering a 2025 Yukon Denali sans the panorama sun roof, 3.0 diesel (LZO motor!) and supercruise- 28mpg- Good luck!
@@Jwdude123 it certainly makes life interesting- everything requires planning- even with things like buying a dress shirt, or an airline seat- you become very attention-to-detail capable! 😝
The new Acadia and Traverse looks amazing, especially the Acadia. Big upgrade aesthetically on the inside and out. I had a 2020 Acadia briefly, it was a solid vehicle. That said, I don’t think it comes close to a Yukon or Tahoe. Totally different price point and market imo. I recently bought a 2024 Tahoe RST. It’s simply amazing - the 5.3 and 10spd transmission is an incredible pair. I really don’t see any comparison to a Tahoe or Yukon.
The Yukon’s driver seat just has way more travel in its adjustment. It is still way more spacious than an Acadia, but the new Acadia is greatly improved. They resemble each other nicely but still have their own distinct looks. GMC has knocked the packaging of these two out of the park!
@@Ryan2022 I totally agree with you- I recently rented a 2023 LT suburban with a 5.3. We drove 1600 miles to SLC and back to SD. Seats are just OK, lots of adjustments and firm.. but it didn’t blow me away with luxury-comfort.. I think GM could really make them a bit more cushy- but I also understand they place a priority on seat/vehicle longevity-
The Acadia lower trim is $45k and it’s well equipped. Few need a $63k Denali Acadia. You could buy two Acadia Elevation trims for the price of the Denali Yukon.
I bought the Acadia Denali w/ super cruise and drove from Florida to Indy, the best road trip ever, super fun and comfortable ride, I used hands free driving at least 75% of the drive. I would not have bought it if not a Denali, big difference!
This 24 Acadia is getting more attractive by the day. I have a 2022 GMC 2500HD Denali gasser and I am already fed up with it. I think GM may have hit the mark on this new Acadia. GM priced practically everyone out of the market with the Yukon Denali and don’t get me started on the ultimate edition 🤦♂️
Great review. I'm currently comparing these two. The diesel engine is what has me on the fence. I really like the feel of a V8 VS a turbo 4. The torque on the diesel feels just as strong as a V8.
I think it would be a more accurate to measure leg room from seat back where your back would be to seat back where your knees would touch if that makes sense. instead of from the edge of the seat cushion to the seat back in front of you. just because all seat cushions are different lengths.
I just sold my 2023 Yukon Denali and purchased the 2025 Acadia Denali same interior you have there. I love the Acadia! My sons are 6’5” and 6’6”. My son says he has better head room than his brand new diesel Ram 2500.
@ the Yukon definitely is more spacious but we are not missing it because the legroom and headroom in the Acadia is amazing. I’m loving the Acadia. I can fit my giant sons and my two 100 pound dogs easily.
I think they missed a primo opportunity to make that Acadia hybrid. It's got good looks, it's got great power, it's got a great interior. If only it had a hybrid in it to get really great gas mileage. I feel that there are not enough mid-sized SUVs that are hybrids. That's where I feel like a lot of these companies would make great money.
Buyer beware! 3rd row electric headrests are failing on many of these. No parts available at this time. Seats won’t fold properly without the headrests down. Wait to purchase until this is resolved.
This is a great video. I have the 2019 Acadia and was stunned by how much more feminine it is in comparison to the previous iteration. I'm not using feminine in the pejorative, it's noticeably smaller. I wonder if Cadillac will make a version of the new Acadia Denali.
The Acadia has a little fart-can engine and sounds way underpowered. They failed on the powertrain, but it looks nice and premium. Same problem with modern Grand Cherokee.
Interestingly, enough, the EPA regulations are now more concerned with emissions than gas mileage. The manufacturers are in bed with the EPA. They conspire with them to screw the rest of us and they get away with it.
Seriously!! I’m so tired of these auto manufacturers constantly chasing fuel economy. That is not everyone’s concern, especially when you’re looking for a 3 row SUV.
Only under warranty. After that, all bets are off. With about $3-4 grand of upgrades I bet the Acadia could reliably push 550-600 horsepower to the wheel.
I have the 2024 Acadia Denali AWD. I got a few K off MSRP when I got it in June, so it was something like 67k OTD. It's only like 6 inches shorter than Yukon. I drive Yukon and Tahoe several times a month for work and I can say without a doubt the Acadia drives better and is more comfortable. I am very happy I went with the Acadia over the Yukon all day.
Theyve been close in size.. Acadia was same as Traverse and Enclave.. they shrunk for a couple years for some dumb reason. Just brought back to what it was originally designed to be. Its a car based large suv instead of Truck based. They need to make 2500 Yukons again
They seriously do need to make 2500 Yukons again. It’s unacceptable that no one makes them anymore. I hate it. Everything sucks now and isn’t built to last.
Shrinking the Acadia was one of the dumber moves in recent memory along with the redesigned Toyota Sequoia, which is a nightmare as far as usable rear space
@@josiahberry8743 I would 100% buy one if they keep pricing inline somewhere along how the 2500 trucks are to 1500s. Put towing up to at least 13k with a 2500 level payload and build gas and 6.6 Duramax versions. They would sell a ton of them, guaranteed. No competition in the market whatsoever for HD full size suvs right now.
@@Ryan2022 Yeah the small Acadia then GM has the Equinox/terrain.. blazer, trailblazer.. w no truck based anything but Yukon, etc.. the lineup is crazy and redundant idk what they are doing there right now. Not what the people want. Appeasing bureaucrats I guess. This is at least one small remediation closer to what someone may actually want. Not crazy about turbo fours in such a heavy vehicle either long term.
@@a73bu29 100% agree! We need to be able haul 6 adults comfortably while towing over 10K+ pounds with no issues. So stupid because I would buy one without a doubt and so would 100s of thousands of other families.
The 4 cyl in the new Acadia is terrible. When you accelerate the engine sound so unrefined it ruins the entire experience. They should have kept the smooth v6.
I think you do your viewers a disservice .this suv is an accident waiting to happen.i just got it two days ago and while I find the ride fantastic ,I also find the driving experience very bad and I have millions of whiles driving under my belt.i love my heated seats so on this suv you have to hit the seat emblem on the flat screen then another one pops up in the middle of the screen ,so you have to take your eyes off the road to find it then if you want to bring the heat back up to the max you have to hit it 4 more times and since its not a switch just a touch screen you have to look at that screen to keep hitting it(veryyyy bad design ,un safe)also I found when the sun comes in just right you can find these areas on the screen because you cant see anything on the screen.so as of the writing I would not buy this again.i also have a 2023 Sierra Denali .and that is totally different ,you would think if you buy a Denali you would get the same on each product you buy ,but you dont
By far the best review of the size of these 2 I have seen.. Great job. Great review
This is great. I was looking for this kind of comparison. Amazing how close they are in size for the meaningful price difference.
Our GMC Acadia w Denali package still ended up being $80,000 but it has just about every single option GM offers with the exception of those God Awful tow hooks up front on the AT4.
@@michaelbarrett1914are you
Sure you didn’t mean Yukon? It’s not possible to make an Acadia $80k
The length and behind 3rd row is biggest difference. Solid work by GM
Best comparison on the interner
The comparison I’ve been looking for
I know you were comparing the Yukon vs Denali but I think it's important to note that one of the biggest upgrades in the 2024 Acadia is that is has 3 seats in the back compared to only 2 in the 2023 Acadia. Great video. Thanks.
Thank you for this review. I've been debating this option for months.
Started shopping for the Acadia. Excellent review and comparison, details that others don’t do in their reviews.
Nice comparison video. I am considering these vehicles and this info helps me make a better informed decision. Thank you, you got a new sub.
I traded in a 2023 Yukon Denali on a 2024 Acadia Denali. Saved 30% on payment, better gas milage and just as comfortable in my opinion. I really like both, and I am not disappoint in my decision to "down size" to the Acadia.
This was an amazing video, thanks JB! Super helpful, seems like the Acadia really got a massive overhaul of improvements. The second row also seems spacious enough. I do like the larger headroom, but I'm not sure it's worth the extra $26K. Interesting the updated infotainment is going portrait instead of landscape, just like the Dodge Rams. I'm not sure I love that, but I'd like to see it in person first.
My eiger and I have been needing a new vehicle for her for several years. Two years ago we began renting cars for her work trips and for our vacations just to be able to get 6 or 7 hour trips in a potential car in real world conditions on interstates and then a week of around town driving. We tested the Toyota offerings, those from Honda, we were set to try out the new Mazda CX90 but by chance tested a GMC Achadia w the Denali package. It was in the new volcanic red metallic and was stunning. The drive was better than any other SUV we had tried & it had the best infotainment system of any vehicle period...it's like 18"! The HUD is fantastic. After discussion the final price of our GMC Acadia Danali ended up paying was $80,000. We saw an GMC Crew Cab 2500 Denali that we considered buying for me on the same day but we would have had to finance a part of that vehicle so we decided to wait a year and then come back to buy it so there would be no financing on the truck either. The only thing I am not thrilled with on my wife's Acadia is the 4 cylinder engine GM decided to put in it. There has yet to be a situation that the drive train has let us down for our needs, but for the love of the lord it is a screamer. If you put your foot in it the thing WANTS to rev...and we just don't care for that F1 screaming sound...but we like the way the thing gets up and moves. It is very easy to carry 7 people in it plus cargo in the back. That's what we needed. GM hit it on the nose with this new 2025 Acadia Denali.
Very good review and very helpful. Actually, my son bought an Acadia Denali for his wife and was thinking about a Yukon for himself. Since they are a family of 4, I thought he would enjoy seeing your comparison. I shared it with him. I definitely agree with your assessment and think the Acadia is the winner here. It seems to better the Yukon in most ways. Thanks for the video!
whats the lenght from front seat to trunk? when everything folded andor @nd row up.
and width difference between captain chairs?
I’ve always felt like the Yukon/Tahoe/Escalade is a bit short on legroom in the 2nd row- as a 6’8 driver anyone that sits behind me is not happy. There are a handful of SUV’s, PU trucks and long sedans that can accommodate my specific issue. Nice to see the Acadia (horrible name for a vehicle) makes 2nd row space a priority! It’s really more about the placement of the B pillar where the 2nd row seatbelt is tied into.
What are some of the cars that accommodate the 2nd row space for you? I’m 6’6 and running into trying to fit car seats behind me.
We have a CX-5 that might make it a few more months before my son and I can no longer fold ourselves into the vehicle. I want this next purchase to last us awhile.
6’8 lol that far taller then the average.
@@johnferguson5558- I checked out the Chevy version of the Acadia- I totally fit and had OK leg room behind my front seat adjusted position. Also the Kia Telluride (as well as its Palisade cousin) are EXCELLENT with rear leg and headroom- Ford Expedition and Ram 1500 have copious amount(s) of leg AND headroom. Btw- headroom is shrinking in so many brands because of the large panorama glass roofs- manufacturers love using them to simplify production- but it really steals headroom from us taller folks-
I’m ordering a 2025 Yukon Denali sans the panorama sun roof, 3.0 diesel (LZO motor!) and supercruise- 28mpg-
Good luck!
@@Jwdude123 it certainly makes life interesting- everything requires planning- even with things like buying a dress shirt, or an airline seat- you become very attention-to-detail capable! 😝
Also second row seats are not comfortable
Great video, I'm in the market to get one. I think the Acadia is VERY improved. I love GMC trucks.
The new Acadia and Traverse looks amazing, especially the Acadia. Big upgrade aesthetically on the inside and out. I had a 2020 Acadia briefly, it was a solid vehicle.
That said, I don’t think it comes close to a Yukon or Tahoe. Totally different price point and market imo. I recently bought a 2024 Tahoe RST. It’s simply amazing - the 5.3 and 10spd transmission is an incredible pair. I really don’t see any comparison to a Tahoe or Yukon.
The Yukon’s driver seat just has way more travel in its adjustment. It is still way more spacious than an Acadia, but the new Acadia is greatly improved. They resemble each other nicely but still have their own distinct looks. GMC has knocked the packaging of these two out of the park!
I took a long road trip in a 2024 Chevy suburban it had leather seats but they weren’t particularly comfortable. I think GM needs to improve it.
@@Ryan2022 I totally agree with you- I recently rented a 2023 LT suburban with a 5.3. We drove 1600 miles to SLC and back to SD. Seats are just OK, lots of adjustments and firm.. but it didn’t blow me away with luxury-comfort.. I think GM could really make them a bit more cushy- but I also understand they place a priority on seat/vehicle longevity-
@@Integratedcraig the firm seat did help with fatigue.
The Acadia lower trim is $45k and it’s well equipped. Few need a $63k Denali Acadia. You could buy two Acadia Elevation trims for the price of the Denali Yukon.
Unless you drive for money, there is no “need” for a Denali. But there are wants.
I bought the Acadia Denali w/ super cruise and drove from Florida to Indy, the best road trip ever, super fun and comfortable ride, I used hands free driving at least 75% of the drive. I would not have bought it if not a Denali, big difference!
But you can add Super Cruise for $2k to any trim package. The Denali is over $15k more.
This 24 Acadia is getting more attractive by the day. I have a 2022 GMC 2500HD Denali gasser and I am already fed up with it. I think GM may have hit the mark on this new Acadia. GM priced practically everyone out of the market with the Yukon Denali and don’t get me started on the ultimate edition 🤦♂️
How deep are the seat bottoms front to back in the different vehicles?
Great review. I'm currently comparing these two. The diesel engine is what has me on the fence. I really like the feel of a V8 VS a turbo 4. The torque on the diesel feels just as strong as a V8.
The inline 4 with turbo is ripe for issues, not sure why GMC didn't give an 6cyl or even a hybrid version?
Great Comparison !
I think it would be a more accurate to measure leg room from seat back where your back would be to seat back where your knees would touch if that makes sense. instead of from the edge of the seat cushion to the seat back in front of you. just because all seat cushions are different lengths.
I just sold my 2023 Yukon Denali and purchased the 2025 Acadia Denali same interior you have there. I love the Acadia! My sons are 6’5” and 6’6”. My son says he has better head room than his brand new diesel Ram 2500.
Really? You think it’s more spacious than the Yukon?
@ the Yukon definitely is more spacious but we are not missing it because the legroom and headroom in the Acadia is amazing. I’m loving the Acadia. I can fit my giant sons and my two 100 pound dogs easily.
@ Okay because I am thinking about getting the AT4 version. It’s either that or the grand highlander.
@@kromine7 the At4 is really nice also. I thought I would miss my big V8 but I don’t. Definitely test drive both the highlanders are great also.
Thank you. The second you said premium fuel, I though no way.
What is few economy?
Comes down to the money now a days 🤷🏼♂️🙏✌️
Depending on what you need, and or want, one more differentiator is that the Yukon is body on frame and the Acadia is unibody.
I think they missed a primo opportunity to make that Acadia hybrid. It's got good looks, it's got great power, it's got a great interior. If only it had a hybrid in it to get really great gas mileage. I feel that there are not enough mid-sized SUVs that are hybrids. That's where I feel like a lot of these companies would make great money.
Buyer beware! 3rd row electric headrests are failing on many of these. No parts available at this time. Seats won’t fold properly without the headrests down. Wait to purchase until this is resolved.
I want the Yukon, but I can reasonably afford the Arcadia
Me too !,
Me too, I bought the Acadia Denali and absolutely love it!
@@Cali8842I plan to get an elevation. How is the engine power? I see some comments that it is underpowered
@@kayr3487it’s fine. Test drove one last week. It’s not a v8 but it moved absolutely fine.
I just can’t stand the headlights on the Acadia. I wish they used the Yukon headlights. The best were the 2020 headlights / face.
This is a great video. I have the 2019 Acadia and was stunned by how much more feminine it is in comparison to the previous iteration. I'm not using feminine in the pejorative, it's noticeably smaller. I wonder if Cadillac will make a version of the new Acadia Denali.
7:16 lol definitely one of the big booty people, and I want that acadia before I seen this video. Two young boys, so don't need a big back row yet
The Acadia has a little fart-can engine and sounds way underpowered. They failed on the powertrain, but it looks nice and premium. Same problem with modern Grand Cherokee.
Interestingly, enough, the EPA regulations are now more concerned with emissions than gas mileage. The manufacturers are in bed with the EPA. They conspire with them to screw the rest of us and they get away with it.
Seriously!! I’m so tired of these auto manufacturers constantly chasing fuel economy. That is not everyone’s concern, especially when you’re looking for a 3 row SUV.
Only under warranty. After that, all bets are off. With about $3-4 grand of upgrades I bet the Acadia could reliably push 550-600 horsepower to the wheel.
I just can’t stand unibody platforms I would rather get a lower trim
Yukon then a high trim Arcadia
I have the 2024 Acadia Denali AWD. I got a few K off MSRP when I got it in June, so it was something like 67k OTD. It's only like 6 inches shorter than Yukon. I drive Yukon and Tahoe several times a month for work and I can say without a doubt the Acadia drives better and is more comfortable. I am very happy I went with the Acadia over the Yukon all day.
Theyve been close in size.. Acadia was same as Traverse and Enclave.. they shrunk for a couple years for some dumb reason. Just brought back to what it was originally designed to be. Its a car based large suv instead of Truck based. They need to make 2500 Yukons again
They seriously do need to make 2500 Yukons again. It’s unacceptable that no one makes them anymore. I hate it. Everything sucks now and isn’t built to last.
Shrinking the Acadia was one of the dumber moves in recent memory along with the redesigned Toyota Sequoia, which is a nightmare as far as usable rear space
@@josiahberry8743 I would 100% buy one if they keep pricing inline somewhere along how the 2500 trucks are to 1500s. Put towing up to at least 13k with a 2500 level payload and build gas and 6.6 Duramax versions. They would sell a ton of them, guaranteed. No competition in the market whatsoever for HD full size suvs right now.
@@Ryan2022 Yeah the small Acadia then GM has the Equinox/terrain.. blazer, trailblazer.. w no truck based anything but Yukon, etc.. the lineup is crazy and redundant idk what they are doing there right now. Not what the people want. Appeasing bureaucrats I guess. This is at least one small remediation closer to what someone may actually want. Not crazy about turbo fours in such a heavy vehicle either long term.
@@a73bu29 100% agree! We need to be able haul 6 adults comfortably while towing over 10K+ pounds with no issues. So stupid because I would buy one without a doubt and so would 100s of thousands of other families.
Big exterior and a small interior. Those big ass consoles need to go .more hip room please .for a robust folks!!
The 4 cyl in the new Acadia is terrible. When you accelerate the engine sound so unrefined it ruins the entire experience. They should have kept the smooth v6.
I think you do your viewers a disservice .this suv is an accident waiting to happen.i just got it two days ago and while I find the ride fantastic ,I also find the driving experience very bad and I have millions of whiles driving under my belt.i love my heated seats so on this suv you have to hit the seat emblem on the flat screen then another one pops up in the middle of the screen ,so you have to take your eyes off the road to find it then if you want to bring the heat back up to the max you have to hit it 4 more times and since its not a switch just a touch screen you have to look at that screen to keep hitting it(veryyyy bad design ,un safe)also I found when the sun comes in just right you can find these areas on the screen because you cant see anything on the screen.so as of the writing I would not buy this again.i also have a 2023 Sierra Denali .and that is totally different ,you would think if you buy a Denali you would get the same on each product you buy ,but you dont
The Yukon is more specious
The 4 cylinder engine sucks! Super noisy under acceleration. I test drove one under freeway speeds and the engine under performs.
I’ll stick with the explorer
This video was just too slow to cover stuff especially for dimensions you can pull up online
Trump 2024!
Will GMC engineers put a 3 leader Duramax in an Arcadia ?
That would be awesome
You have truck vs minivan
One has balls 6.2 v8 the Acadia is with zero balls!!