LARGE & IN CHARGE! -- 2024 Chevy Traverse RS vs. 2024 GMC Acadia Denali: Comparison

[@CarConfections]

Are you looking to buy a GMC Acadia, Chevy Traverse or any new vehicle? Go to carconfections.com/new-car-quotes to get the BEST price and access to invoice pricing information!

[@SW-bj1so]

TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLADER should be the only choice in this class if not leasing.

[@NicolasLaughs9320]

You should compare one of the 2 vehicles in this video to the Hyundai Palisade

[@chuckback73]

@@SW-bj1so Grandhighlander was my firsr choice until I saw it in person.....easily mistaken for a Rav 4 and interior is very lackluster. Im sure when they refresh in a few years it will look much sportier

[@bellaherna1]

@@chuckback73 the highest trim level was VERY underwhelming....big turn off

[@Shifts_41]

I think a jeep grand Cherokee L is the best choice you guys should do a comparison with that and the traverse or acadia

[@motodro1d621]

Traverse exterior with Acadia interior for me 😮‍💨

[@techpappee]

You can save almost 7K by going with an Traverse LT, AWD, Midnight pkg, Advanced driver pkg, Panoramic pkg, Trailering pkg and EvoTech at 51+K. You get 20s in black, imitation leather (cloth for le$$), no ventilation or 2nd row heating. Nearly everything offered in the RS trim for under 52K if 58K is too expensive 😉.

[@SpringfieldTony]

guys - why do I have such expensive taste? I like the bling lux factor of the GMC. your comparison reviews are my favorite - no one else on YT covers stuff as well as you guys. thanks 🤓

[@bhogan843]

Nothing wrong with your taste.👍👊

[@tadtad8866]

We looked at both and ended up buying the 2024 Acadia and love it

[@OrganicSearchStandards]

Ditto! Love my GMC Acadia!

[@dcrijo]

My wife and I are looking to get rid of our current '19 Outlander & get into something bigger with way better quality. If you don't mind me asking, what made you decide on the Acadia?

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

@@dcrijo It's exterior and interior feel like a middle ground between mainstream and luxury. And between the traverse and acadia, the acadia feels quite a bit nicer inside. But if you want better quality and bigger, the CX-90, Telluride/Palisade, Highlander, etc are all gonna be nice for you guys.

[@mikeworkman1759]

​@@ayushmalpeddi2793those are all smaller than the Acadia

[@OrganicSearchStandards]

@@dcrijo For a family of five, space was the deciding factor and the 2024 Acadia won hands down. The luxury, tech, and purple paint were just additional bonuses for us.

[@e8ook981]

They both look great, personally I would take Chevy Traverse

[@Ryan2022]

Just saw a black Z 71 traverse in the Costco parking lot. Even my 19-year-old daughter thought it looked really nice. They look good in person very sporty.

[@kevionakintan4119]

The traverse trim rs is one of my dream suv for the road. I also like awd, sunroof, and a summit white.

[@tahran5782]

I'll take the traverse

[@sdvalC]

Fr I def want a blacked out RS

[@ghostlegz]

I prefer the chevy displays over the gmc however the lack of a H.U.D is a glaring misstep on Chevy's part if anything it should at least be an available option. That H.U.D should be a standard SAFETY FEATURE on all models

[@sansin6250]

Please do a headlight comparison by taking them out for night drives.

[@socalistud3]

oh that's a good one... right on

[@dtay8913]

I think they're both excellent choices in this segment. Personally, I prefer the interior and exterior design of the Chevrolet although I like the interior color options on the GMC more.

[@josh0050]

I can see where you come to on that the only thing I don't like about the Traverse is that there's no physical for climate

[@PhotographyByEmmanue]

​@josh0050 Actually there is, I have the Traverse Z71 and there are physical buttons/knobs for climate.

[@sanders6277]

Bought a Traverse RS 2 weeks ago, love it

[@The_Hi_Life]

I like the outside of the Traverse, but the interior of the Acadia 🫤

[@alisterthomson8841]

The rear window panel on the traverse looks weird, and flows more on the Acadia

[@G-Rated]

The Tahoe and Yukon are substantially larger than these vehicles now since the 2021 redesign. The GMC Acadia is undeniably more luxurious but the Traverse RS definitely is now a premium SUV as well. I can’t wait for you guys to review the new Buick Enclave Avenir.

[@adamjonus7711]

Traded my wifes 22 Terrian for the 24 Arcadia, and we are very impressed.

[@socalistud3]

ohhh.. decided to go bigger huh... nice

[@stephencooper3583]

Hmm... mini Tahoe vs. mini Yukon. Both look great, but I like the Traverse styling slightly better. Besides, it's pretty much the same thing at a lower price. Either way, I have to say that GM is really on a roll with their SUV designs lately.

[@carlsanders4680]

Me and my bride just rented a GMC Acadia on a trip, was a 23 model. The new Acadia is such an upgrade. I liked the one we rented, had to get used to the drive mode buttons, used to shift lever. On the model we had which was a 23 model. Gas peddle was so light, hard to keep a constant speed. Overall, had no complaints. Power was better than I expected at such elevations, 6000 ft plus. If I had to get one, the Denali is the way to go. Subaru was a choice, to under powered. After driving the Acadia on our trip. Beside the light gas peddle, this is an SUV I would not mind having. The new cab looks wonderful. Now at top of my list. P.S. : I always buy our cars new, expect to keep them 20 years plus. My old truck was a 1999 f-150 with 325,000 miles on it. Took it to our tree farm to spend it's last days as a farm work truck. Still runs great though. Brides cars is a 2008 Toyota Avalon, 180,000 miles on it. Still a great running car, in great shape. I bought a 23 Toyota Tundra 1794 to replace my old truck, got every option under the sun with it. Can not state enough how much I LOVE it !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!. As a last note. Since I keep my vehicles so long and buy them new. I buy them new because I KNOW how they are taken care of. Yes, might cost a bit more up front, but I dictate how the vehicle is taken care of. Change the oil and FILTER every 5 K miles. NEVER, NEVER let it run HOT !!!!!!!!!! Kiss of death for an engine. That is how I justify buying NEW. Took me 6 months of looking on line to find just the right Tundra I was looking with everything I was looking for. Color, 4X4, interior color, pano roof, list goes on and on. Found it 500 miles away from me in NC. Called them up, 1 hour later I had a deal. Drove up to NC from GA 2 days later and I had my truck. Do not settle, do your homework. Worth it to me.

[@Kjhgr01]

They had a great upgrades. Glad they kept the 21.7gal fuel tank. Worth added to the shopping list.

[@hellkitty1014]

GM really brought their game in terms of design of both of these. They no longer look like jellybellys and offed crisp, modern designs. On the Chevy, the bold design does indeed standout in a sea of vanilla offerings for sure. My only wish is that the red interior accents were optional instead of mandatory, since they do seem to be a bit too liberally applied for my tastes. But I do appreciate the more streamlined screen orientation in the Chevy vs GMC. On the GMC, what a massive quantum leap over the dullard that was previous model. With the style, presence, interior(especially), and tech are truly advanced. The only thing with the Acadia is I think its priced about $5K too expensive. There just doesn't seem to be $7500 worth of premium over the Chevy(no massaging seats, ventilated rear seats, rear seat infotainment, and both share Super Cruise).

[@G-Rated]

@@hellkitty1014 My only question is *did you watch the review?* The GMC’s upgraded 16-speaker Bose performance audio system is worth $2,000 alone. The Acadia Denali has more expensive and luxurious materials throughout with real laser etched woods and authentic aluminum accents. The Chevy’s interior feels premium but it’s no where near the aesthetic of the Acadia Denali or Enclave. The GMC also offers more technology like the large HUD and an upgraded adaptive suspension system is also included in this price difference. Certainly justifies a $5k-$6k price premium over the RS.

[@brydcsd]

Thank you bros... I've been waiting for this comparo. you just granted my wish. 😅❤ Exterior for me is Traverse (I don't like the big Denali badge at the back) Interior design is Acadia except for *the infotainment system. I'm diggin the horizontal 17.7" from Traverse. Next time the Z71 and AT4 variants. hehe. More sweet confections to your channel. God bless...

[@darriontunstall3708]

I would pick the GMC

[@Ryan2022]

So feature wise, you can’t get a heads up display LED fog lamps, or the best stereo in the traverse. The Denali clearly has a more premium interior as well. General Motors should have done was offer another motor exclusive to the Denali trim, but of course they never do things like that the first time around.

[@FarradMuseumofTruth]

DYNAMIC LIGHTING is wicked on this gmc!!!

[@dadoo985]

What is dynamic lighting?

[@nathanandkategarcia1804]

You Guys describe the differences perfectly, sport vs luxury. I think you cant go wrong with either just depends on personal preference. I am a person who keeps my vehicles for quite a wile and I focus on keeping them in as much of new condition as I can, doing my own detailing work. One thing that I see as a con on the Traverse is all that piano black on the front. I don't see that aging well over time especially if you live in an area with a lot of bugs. I personally chose the Acadia. Pros and cons to both though. Thanks CarConfections again!

[@Peizxcv]

Never knew the average American salary doubled during COVID now everyone is buying $50000+ vehicles

[@techpappee]

Around 50k (48K) is now the average new car purchase in 2024 with 35K for used.

[@stephencooper3583]

They are using the top trim levels for this comparison, but the Traverse starts at $37k, and the Acadia at $42k. Realistically, most of these will be selling in the $40's - about on par for the segment. Also consider these are almost as big as the previous gen (2020) Yukons and Tahoes. Not even sure these should be called "midsize" SUVs anymore. If you don't need 3 rows, the 2025 Equinox/Terrain duo are being redesigned with similar styling to these two. Those are gonna start in the high $20's/low $30's. I'd say those are more for the "average" American with 2.5 kids. 😄 (Actually, I think it's less now.)

[@dflet290]

Not that large. Large would be a Suburban or a Yukon XL, Escalade.

[@alanmanning6851]

Agree, my 22 Traverse Premiere Redline was 52k and change... Now when I go to leave again in 25, a Traverse RS is 57k, bc of 22 inch rims from 20, and a bigger radio screen and super cruise

[@hawkeye1032]

We bought the Traverse RS and love it!

[@carlsanders4680]

Way I found my tuck is to go onto the Toyota website. Put in your list of options, I searched a 250 mile radius to start. TOYOTA of North Charlotte came in at 246 miles away. Got lucky, they had my truck I wanted. 1 hour later, I bought my truck. Sight unseen, had never even sat in the new gen. truck. Just new from our prior Avalon experience, I wanted this new Tundra. Had Ford trucks all my life. Could not be happier with my new Tundra.

[@21flywitme]

We just purchased the Acadia Denali without the super cruise and went with the standard 20” wheels. Personally we didn’t need these and with the tri frost option ($1,000) we came in less than $57k. I looked at the Traverse and the luxury and noise level (the Acadia has active noise cancelling too) was our deciding factor. Overall very satisfied and happy with our decision. We have some bugs in the infotainment screen but GMC said they’ll make right. We put a Yukon side by side and besides the Yukon interior being slightly wider, the cargo area and legroom are close enough to consider the Yukon not worth an additional $30k. Thanks guys for the review, hope these data points help!

[@livioldc8740]

GMC Acadia Denali all the way. Much nicer interior, and I also am not a fan of black wheels.

[@JoeyJiggles]

Best comparison video I have ever seen on the internet.

[@CarConfections]

Thank you!

[@tyreefha7862]

The Denali interior is AMAZING

[@TravisQ-lr6xb]

I'm a GMC guy and want all the features including HUD. Resale will offset the extra cost so that isn't a factor for me. Downsizing from a Yukon XL to the Acadia. We take delivery in a week. Very excited!! GM did a great job on the redesign for both.

[@jackpowell9979]

We just test drove both yesterday and chose the Acadia. Ride comfort and quieter cabin were big for us.

[@samarbaki7854]

I saw both and went with the 2024 Acadia Denali. Absolutely love it!

[@tonybritton1256]

Great review-- I really like the luxury size, look and feel of the GMC Acadia Denali AWD.. Chrome grill and the Denali trim name along the back and the 22 inch wheels… it’s pricey but I like the size and its comfortability.. This helped me make a decision to order one today.

[@nicolefoley6634]

I have an 18 Acadia and am very excited for these upgrades, time to trade in! I specifically love the stardust color and the sportier exterior on the traverse

[@futurepaver2039]

Not a fan of how thick those quarter panel pillars are on the Traverse... they could have figured a way to make the window flow into the D pillar without such a massive C pillar, really cuts third row visibility. Overall, they both look sleek, although I think the Acadia looks just a little bit more my taste

[@brandonwhite9591]

I wish they would have moved the Cadillac XT6 to this platform

[@moorcroft69]

Same…

[@loiseywillis3997]

I sold my 2023 Yukon Denali and purchased the 2024 GMC Arcadia Denali I absolutely love it. I liked the exterior of the Transverse better but the cabin of the Acadia won out. I’m not a fan of the red accents on the Traverse.

[@tylerm1997]

I’d probably take the GMC. The designs they have been putting out are 👌🏽 and I kinda still can’t believe the Traverse doesn’t even offer LED tail lamps on any model except the RS trim😅

[@tyalderdice4980]

Yes they are led front and back

[@PhotographyByEmmanue]

The taillamps on ALL TRIMS are LED... I have a Z71

[@mitchellshareratleast100su7]

You know I looked at the length of these two suvs and I found they’re the exact same size as the previous gen Tahoe and Yukon

[@G-Rated]

Yes and since 2021 the Tahoe and Yukon grew again allowing for the Traverse & Acadia to grow filling the void.

[@hellkitty1014]

Yep, but what's odd is the Traverse always had a dimensionally larger interior than the Tahoe(except width) and a wayyyy more hospitable 3rd row, up until 2021-current.

[@AHungryHunky]

​@hellkitty1014 Unibody construction and a transversally mounted engine does that. The Ford Maverick has a bit better interior volume than the outgoing Ranger, and the Jeep Renegade has more interior cargo space than the Jeep Wrangler (2 door)

[@hellkitty1014]

@@AHungryHunky yep. GM lowered the floor of the Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade and raised the roof and they're at long last appropriately sized for the interior, given how large the exteriors have been. That IRS suspension did wonders.

[@ValerieParker-o7u]

Absolutely love my Traverse RS!!!!

[@zackaryhaddon5445]

Great video - very informative and helpful- can you do a comparison video just like this one for the mid-tier models? (AT4 vs. Z71)?

[@Anonymous-bs8it]

IMO the upcoming 2025 Buick Enclave ST looks the best (inside/out) of the three. Chevy needs to offer a High Country version. Hate all the cheap redness on the RS trim.

[@tyalderdice4980]

I’d describe it as sporty and not cheap

[@ayushmalpeddi2793]

I kinda think the Acadia is the nicest inside. As for exterior the enclave looks great from the back. But the front end overhand is too big and the side looks awkward. Mostly because the third row windows are too small. Not sure why they want the make the car look smaller and sleeker. The traverse looks more brawny, muscular, and has more presence. Unfortunately its interior is the cheapest and doesn't offer a High Country with all the features/tech.

[@williamroberts6803]

GMC looks so much better from the outside.

[@mikeworkman1759]

Nah, I disagree greatly! It looks boring af on the outside...something from 5-10 years old looks the same where the Chevy looks like something brand new and very masculine for an SUV, almost "truck like".

[@djplonghead5403]

Instead of giving points for the larger screen you should give points for how easy /safe it is to use the screen.

[@G-Rated]

@@djplonghead5403 both are equally intuitive and easy to use, both systems were designed by the same company, *Google.*

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent video!

[@CMBBmc-jd6ur]

I was taking a country drive in my collector Tahoe (2000 model year) and was surprised at how huge the Acadia and Traverse have gotten.

[@socalistud3]

I'm takng the Acadia... The verticle screen is better, the toggles are cool. The heads up is a winner, the fact that their are headlights and fog lights are always awesome... The only thing I'm not sure about is if I want the Denali or the AT4. Great job dudes. By the way, for comparison, how tall are each of you, trying to picture myself in those vehicles.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! 5'8" and 5'9"

[@LTramel84]

Thank you so much for this comparison! I want the Acadia but I want those black wheels!

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@HALWG51]

Traverse. But with a light interior. I hate the tablet looking even in the Acadia. I would like to see the comparison between the Z71 vs the AT4. Since the vehicles are identical size wise, it's hard to justify the higher price for the Denali.

[@JoeyJiggles]

Was the volume knob out of place on the Chevy in your opinion?

[@AHungryHunky]

For the outgoing generation, I would take the Acadia. For this new generation, based on outside appearances alone I would take the Traverse. However fit and finish on the interior might sway me. Edit: I forgot they put the stupid Tablet style infotainment in the Acadia. Chevy it is. Actually after seeing the maps on them, I'm thinking the vertical screen is more practical. Still would just prefer less screens in general.

[@djplonghead5403]

Yes. A smaller but more practical screen is better than a large and useless screen. Sure… it might say a 17 inch but if you take away climate, nav, and other information you are actually looking at a 15” screen. Toyotas 12.5” screen does not have the climate integrated in it so the 15.5” inch around a 12” screen after the nav is taken away. A lot of new and fancy GM vehicles might have 30” screens but a lot of it is wasted space- headlight switches, blank area, etc.

[@mightymike5595]

Give me the Chevy all day that black gloss and black rims 🔥

[@bobwolff941]

No way I could justify $7k more for the GMC. I got the RS and nothing but incredible reviews from people who see it.

[@clyn454]

I'm currently in a suburban with flex fuel how does the fuel compare in the traverse and acadia

[@josh0050]

my winner is going to have to be the Acadia because it works so much better compared to the Traverse where it looks way too complicated and overstyled and there's physical controls and I think the quality feels much better in the Acadia than it does in the Traverse this doesn't really surprise me though because I'm not been a big fan of the way Chevy products looked when they came out i like gmc better

[@sempfi68]

Since GM halted full-size vehicles, I am leaning towards the Acadia.

[@johnp.6045]

I just have a hard time getting past the red trim and striping on the seats in the Chevy Traverse RS.

[@gqami]

I did the form for Santa Fe and got zero invoice pricing. Great video.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! We will look into it and see what's going on

[@zachbrambilla8265]

The 2024 traverse Z71 is the best looking 3 row suv out in my opinion

[@rbromm4009]

How is the sliding sunroof air deflector made? Is it still a screen like material like the Yukon or a solid actual deflector? Nobody ever shows it or discusses it. The screen deflector on the Yukon is worthless from a noise standpoint. Would like to see it displayed or discussed.

[@gregyates7383]

Great comparison video

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@kimalford251]

I heard the traverse is bad on oil and is suseptible to engine problems worried cause I do lots of highway driving for work. Feedback?

[@CarConfections]

This is a new engine so there's no evidence yet saying it would be unreliable (or reliable)

[@bellaherna1]

The only think I like better on the Traverse is the screen - I don't like the vertical screens and not sure how it affects the A/C flow as the vents look a tad strange

[@asherkothapalli]

Traverse Top Trim RS comes with a Passenger Power Seating where Acadia gives in the Lowest Trim Elevation, that's a bummer but Traverse gets a 8 seater configuration and Acadia only comes in 7 Seater, rumor mill says 8 Seater is coming in Acadia as well may be for 2025 MY.

[@raymondaparris5140]

Traverse has dark interior extremely hot in summer. Denali has light color available and is more upscale and quiet.

[@Zakola10]

شكراً ياصديقي 🌹 شرح تشكر عليه بمشئية الله سوف اشتري الاكاديا 2024 اذا وصل السعودية ❤

[@Emeka4Life]

GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse finally got it right, and then made it wrong. Why removed V6? Infact, you should offer both V6 AND V8 engine options too. Was going to pick one up until I saw they eliminated the V6 engines.

[@ryans9123]

I love the way that traverse looks, but why did it not get a heads up display?

[@ctixbwi]

How do engine noise during aggressive acceleration compare between the new L4 vs former V6 engines. I.e. which one is more civilized and quiet during acceleration and not just during riding nicely at 55mph?

[@CarConfections]

The previous V-6 engine was more refined and quieter when accelerating

[@jessicaherrera5886]

I will pick both

[@whatsyourexcuse927]

I may have missed it but what size is the gas tank?

[@jstcool1162]

Where is the engine battery located in the Acadia? Previous models were located in the back seat of the car

[@gregyates7383]

I am leaning towards the Acadia but it will be up to my wife.

[@nationalchampions]

I like the 2024 Chevrolet Traverse and 2024 GMC Acadia almost equally, but i prefer the Traverse exterior. When you also consider that the Traverse is $7,000 cheaper when fully loaded, the decision is easy to make. 2024 Traverse > 2024 Acadia.

[@deepblue..]

High country trim will have the HUD. You can see it in the RS dashboard I bet it’s plastic cover for the empty housing of the HUD.

[@NicolasLaughs9320]

I was not expecting the Travers to win

[@willileo2373]

I was watching the video from the beginning until I saw the internal screen of Acadia which is so disappointing to the level that made me write this comment and leave the video after choosing The Traverse without any regrets

[@orlandohadnot6166]

White Acadia with blackout grille and top with black rims

[@abeyfinni]

Acadia 4 me ❤

[@Shafaymustafa12]

I like your comparison. Love from Pakistan 🇵🇰

[@blazingwithethan2508]

I’m taking the acdia

[@jessicaherrera5886]

Traverse RS in Atlanta, & Acadia Denali in South Carolina

[@nicoleshannon3391]

Can you compare the elevation model to the lt??

[@jiggity76]

Go with the Acadia. It's headlights are in the correct spot.

[@zayrapadilla4162]

Wait did i miss it? You did not review the trunk space?

[@benjaminladd4268]

I love my Denali.

[@zakkor50]

The cabin experiences noticeable levels of noise due to wind and engine sounds

[@tjy698]

is this the four cylinder thing?

[@tjy698]

I wonder if the Enclave is the same?

[@E.M.J.]

throw the Plug In stuff in the Traverse and I'll buy it today

[@scotters201]

Transverse has such a nice mixture of luxury + sporty..the black interior with red on seats & red across dash looks amazing. The Acidia exterior looks kinda boring..Transverse has more of wow factor.

[@NicolasLaughs9320]

The Traverse’s tail lights remind me of the Toyota Sienna

[@Drummer55]

I prefer the integrated screen.

[@UnenthusedEnthusiast]

GMC all the way. Plus the Traverse interior is dated and cheap looking. But both of the exteriors look great! GMC is doing a great job with their truck and SUV lines right now.

[@josephpayton9151]

I like GMC didnt follow in the direction of chevy and doing the split headlight setup. It makes it look more expensive than it is. However I will say as far as both vehicles are concerned, they dont sound the way they look.

[@tjy698]

how are people feeling about the 4 cylinder turbo thing?

[@zigthepolishguy2610]

I was thinking about buying an Chevy Traverse. I really like the z71 trim but there is no ventilated seats and there is no way I will pay $10k more for RS trim just to get them, so NO THANK YOU :(

[@Alexanderacosta832]

Me gusta mucho más el acadia denali 👍👍

[@artofgarduno]

Traverse hands down