Is the 2024 GMC Acadia Denali a BETTER midsize luxury SUV than a Lexus TX 350?

[@RaitisRides]

Good morning to the whole Raiti’s Rides family! Let GMC know what you think of the new Acadia in the comment section! Thanks as always for your awesome support!

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

I remember when the C-shaped headlights debuted on the 2018 Terrain. I think that was a smart design move by GM and really made me a fan of GMC styling because of that model. Building such a solid family resemblance since then, with the Sierra adopting it for 2019, Yukon for 2021, and now this Acadia for 2024. When you see it go down the road, it says, "I'm GMC. " I am professional grade. "

[@Maxwell1989]

Where in South Carolina ?

[@stefangreene3405]

Great work to the hardest working man in the bidness!! GMC looking mighty good Joe!

[@DeadlyDosage]

Professional and sleek review! Top KZbin review in vehicles and our go to guy because it's imperative to know the Twinkie storage space for long road trip! ❤😂😊

[@DeadlyDosage]

And of course we love the re-fined look! Probably going 2025 but otherwise this is a gem! ❤

[@omarcortes5754]

In terms of design I prefer this over the 350, not the biggest fan of having captain chairs in midsize suv's but in general this is a great vehicle.

[@RaitisRides]

Very good points Omar!

[@robberes6799]

The Captain chairs are amazing! So glad they did that! We have a 23 Acadia Denali now, but the 24 I just bought my wife will be here this week. We love the one we have, but the 24 is amazing. We traded a VW Atlas (which was great, for the 23, we just wished the Atlas had Captains seats in the second row. GMC did it right!

[@futurepaver2039]

@@robberes6799The Atlas does offer 2nd row Captain's chairs but only 6 seats on those models. We're annoyed at the fact that an 8 seat bench version of the Acadia isn't even offered

[@CurtisLoew63]

What😂 you’re not a BIG FAN of captain chairs😂

[@CurtisLoew63]

My guess is you’re not a big fan of anything😂

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Love, love the classy blue shade, wheels, QUAD EXHAUST, aluminum rear bottom, elongated spoiler, and front grill. Styling makes a statement!!

[@Anonymous-bs8it]

"rub your wood", "bust cream"...sure Raiti haha. I love that GMC is using HVAC buttons! And stylishly implemented.

[@817ARMANDO817]

7 Eleven needs to sponsor this man lol. Only reviewer that'll make you hungry and wanting a new vehicle at the same time.

[@Sant1ag0.]

I like the interior more than the exterior, great job on the over view! Thanks Raitis fam and Steven!

[@RaitisRides]

We appreciate you letting us share it with you!

[@stevefrederick1298]

But wait! The 3rd row seat has electric headrests and they are a big problem! They are failing in huge numbers! Mine are both not and the dealer says parts are unavailable… my seat is stuck down too. The 3rd row seats are not built correctly. Don’t buy one of these until they fix this issue. I wanted to return mine because it was only 4 hours in my possession with 250 miles on it and it had 3 items not working. They said no, we have a deal and we will fix it. But after 5 weeks and numerous calls the fix is unavailable. GM involved now. We shall see what happens. Wait, don’t buy!

[@00_UU]

These new GM turbos are insanely good. Low end pickup is perfection.

[@kimberly963]

I truly lucked out and got my 2024 AT4 the day after it was delivered. I have had first and second generation Acadia's, (skipped 3rd generation definitely disappointed with the changes) . I could never imagined a come back like the 4th generation Acadia.!!! This vehicle is everything Joe showed and then some!! You have to see it in person, drive in and watch how quickly you will fall in love!!! Thank you GM for brining the Acadia back, bigger, beautiful, and better then ever!! First time watching a review by Joe, he (you) were amazing with your excitement and enthusiasm about this outstanding vehicle!!!

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful to hear! Congrats to you!

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Nice looking vehicle. The GMC people really know how to do real wood trim. There is plenty of room for king-size Snickers and Twinkies.

[@reynazarate5812]

I like how he does the reviews their not boring like other ones. This one has humor...cracked me w the arm rest in the 2nd row..."what in the hell is this"

[@kosterjm]

Joe - do you prefer the vertical display in the Acadia or the horizontal display in the Traverse?

[@michaellamberti9787]

horizontal

[@robberes6799]

Just bought my wife one! We loved our 23 Acacia Denali , but she saw your Detroit Auto Show vid and fell in love. It’s in transit, and hopefully get it Wednesday! Love your reviews, both my wife and I follow you!

[@kervensferdinand669]

Hey Joe thank you for bringing the new GMC Acadia. Do you know where the hazard button is at? Because I look I can’t find it.

[@RaitisRides]

It’s actually up by the review mirror.

[@kervensferdinand669]

Thank you so much Joe letting me know 🙏🏽

[@Sparx2010]

You remain one of the best. I love the detailed videos.

[@ShepherdMOS]

The 2024 GMC Acadia stands out with its bold grille, sleek LED headlights, and muscular body lines, creating a strong road presence. Inside, it offers a spacious, upscale cabin with premium materials and advanced tech for a comfortable ride. A V6 engine is essential, delivering robust power for smooth acceleration and confident towing capability. The Acadia balances style, comfort, and performance seamlessly.

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Good morning Joe glad you got this brand new generation GMC Acadia with two tone leather specific to the denali package super stunning bro

[@rickjames6867]

That blue exterior paint is looking presidential. The grill is authoritative. Quad exhaust tips are nice right from the factory. Impressive interior. Love the Bose sound system. Great Job GM. Thanks for another satisfying cup of morning Joe. ☮️👍

[@KirbyPuffy123]

11:00 Joe ran that stop sign like it wasn’t there 😂

[@GRAFHC]

That looks like a private property stop sign, in South Carolina where he filmed this, private property stop signs are not enforceable by law unless the property owner goes through the process of consent to adhere to the provisions of the South Carolina Uniform Act. Section 56-5-6310. It's possible the stop sign in his scenario is merely a suggestion.

[@crap8011]

That's a Wiley E. Coyote stop sign if I've ever seen one...

[@crazedxfighter]

Ikr lol just a guy casually taping his own crimes lmaooo

[@davidp2888]

Great design. It's refreshing and just different enough. I love Lexus but some of their design language isn't aging too well.

[@LlyleHunter]

@ davidp2888. I had the ultimate respect for Toyota and Lexus for decades and decades but in the last two cycles they haven’t been bringing their best game. Lots of engine noise, some problems with cooling and fuel systems and their auto-start off of the brake pedal is very jumpy on a lot of models. On the other hand GM has really improved in quite a few segments. I always reference Consumer’s before I pull the trigger with my money.

[@LlyleHunter]

I use their April auto issue and analyze the circles in the repair charts

[@jacobclark8392]

Those wheels and suspension are not standard on the Denali. You need to get the Denali Reserve package which requires super cruise to get the 22" wheels and performance suspension.

[@raymondco2225]

This GMC suv is a home run ❤❤❤

[@Terry-p7t]

I'd rather go with the previous model because it had V6.

[@j2thec472]

That’s the trend. They want to get rid off the V6’s so then when all vehicles in the future are four cylinders the car industries will purposely damaging the engines and transmissions so they can promote more the electric agenda on your brain. About this vehicle the only thing I love is the exterior color and the front grill. Other than that I don’t know WHY to get away from the natural V6 engine other than what I mentioned above ^^^

[@joamigg]

@@j2thec472it’s just business. They don’t absolutely need the v6. Not having it won’t lower sales too significantly so saving money on the turbo smaller engine will make a big difference in their bottom line. Most people aren’t buying this for the power, most want it as a nice larger suv that’s luxury, comfortable, and smooth.

[@G-Rated]

@@joamiggbut in case you were buying the previous generation for the power in the V6, this smaller motor is more durable and actually makes more power with less effort than the 6 cylinder it’s replacing. You’d have to test drive the previous Acadia and the redesign back-to-back to actually feel that increase in power but it’s definitely there. The significant increase in torque from the 3.6L n/a to the 2.5t is underrated.

[@seabicuit7247]

Always a fan of GMC and their Denali trim. It’s the least important aspect of the car but I would have preferred if they went with Cadillac or Chevy’s infotainment design. I don’t see the appeal of the portrait style screen.

[@thexoftexas4267]

Are there any 12 volt outlets?

[@mikem8145]

At 27:40 in SuperCruise the steering keeps ajusting left and right. I'm guessing that's Lane Keeping Assist doing that? Itseems really annouying! No?

[@loiseywillis3997]

Thanks Joe and Lori! I always watch you all. I sold my 2023 Yukon Denali, loving my new 2024 Acadia Denali. it fits my giant sons who are 6’5” and 6’6” they are loving the head and foot room. My son says he has more headroom than his new Ram 2500 diesel truck.

[@Jack.Smith80]

Nice headlight style, Joe .as you said , more aggressive and modern. Interior and exterior.awesome.GMC mostly puts top things on the table.❤❤❤

[@Stanley112803]

Denali trim should have more horsepower than lesser models

[@cokecamilo]

Thank you for advocating for people that dislike "fake things" such as fake vents, fake exhausts etc.

[@pn504]

What would you recommended between the palisade calligraphy and the Acadia Denali with reserve package ?

[@pn504]

What would you recommend between the Palisade Caligraphy or the 2024 Acadia Denali reserve trim?

[@BraxtonLovesCars]

The tech in the Acadia is very nice and in general the auto industry is getting better technology wise

[@theone5404]

You mean American vehicle tech is getting better. The Germans have always been year's ahead.

[@Bowhunters6go8xz6x]

GMC Acadia Denali is a super nice SUV with a lot of interior room plus loaded with comfort and tech, I would definitely buy this over the TX350.

[@kevlar2942]

Hahahaha

[@benskeen9793]

My mother in law bought the QX60 3-4 months ago, wish she would have held out for this. She didn’t want a Yukon like we have, but this is the perfect compromise and better interior than her QX60 in my opinion. Also, jokes were so on point in this video.

[@clandfaf]

Another great review brother! I’m seriously hoping prices normalize at some point or maybe I revisit the Acadia in a couple years used.

[@RaitisRides]

Fingers crossed they do because things are still volatile. Thanks for tuning in!

[@brandonjolley8806]

Joe Joe loves a good door panel :)

[@AndreiStrukov]

Love your reviews! Funny and extremely informative! "Get King Size Snickers! Spoil yourself! You worked hard!" - ahahahaha! Humor actually helps to concentrate and retain all the details. You are a naturally talented presenter!

[@RaitisRides]

Thank you for taking the time to say that and for being so supportive!

[@LuisUrbieta]

Viva GMC!

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

GM continues to hit home runs. Great video as usual Joe. Many thanks !!

[@Edgarr386]

I like how he put the Denali badge front and center in the rear and the GMC logo on the side at the bottom

[@The_Hi_Life]

Loving this new Acadia Denali and AT4, and also the new Traverse Z71! Normally I prefer GMC over Chevy but that new Traverse is 🔥🔥🔥

[@derrickwallace4187]

Great Review of the new Acadia Denali! They do a really good job with the interior and exterior. Their tech is great! I'm just disappointed with it being a 4 cylinder. I know fuel efficiency is without a doubt essential. But in a Denali we could've gotten a 6 cylinder.

[@kristopherlroseboro2821]

The new Acadia looks great!

[@lauracebula3222]

Does the midrow have heated seats? I know you didn’t mention ventilated, only zonked the skimpy arm rests…

[@DarkJediChrisG-1425]

Great job with GMC. Now Joe this has me curious, I'm sure you saw the 2025 Terrain and Yukon photos of them testing in the wild with no camo. Does this mean we could expect a reveal sooner rather than later brother?

[@00_UU]

Yes. Terrain coming soon. Yukon don’t know

[@The_real_spicybeef]

Interested to see if the transmission will fail like previous models

[@mwinner101]

The blue exterior color is perfect. I’m too messy for that interior color tho.

[@anthonywisdom9214]

I wish it had that dark brown interior of the Yukon

[@BobD68]

Very nice review. Please do the new base Elevation trim review for us common people :-)))))

[@suIIivan450]

This may be my next car. I love it. Thx for your review, Raiti!

[@Daveortiz693]

Raiti I've just bought one, 2024 Acadia Denali, this thing is a sleeper, awesome!

[@piggy310]

I love the fact GM is FINALLY taking panel gaps interior and exterior so seriously!

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Yes of course Joe & I will try to buy this SUV.

[@Hopouthov]

That mf clean I need it

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that you are digging this one!

[@Maxwell1989]

​@@RaitisRideswhere in South Carolina ? I'll be moving to the Myrtle Beach area hopefully soon

[@jeffmiller3179]

How do you think this compares to the grand cherokee L???

[@MTAmike721]

Great review Joe!! I’m not a chrome guy, is GMC coming out with an Ultimate?

[@ajracing6631]

Greetings, how does it compare to the 2024 Cadillac XT6 sport ?

[@RaitisRides]

It is better.

[@drift3rkid66]

So no SLT trim level on the Acadia anymore Joe?!

[@ag4eng]

The Lexus TX looks like it was designed by someone who was working from home, proceeded to cut/paste the Grand Highlander CAD file because deadline was 4pm. The GMC Acadia Denali looks so much nicer with color combo including the quilted seats and wood. But another 4-banger turbo for more than $60k.

[@gamereal4678]

It would be a dream come true to have an acadia and to be able to have a safe place to walk with my granddaughter and my nieces. It would really be a blessing that would change anyone's life. God bless you always and thank you for your videos.

[@benskeen9793]

My mother in law bought the QX60 3-4 months ago, wish she would have held out for this. She didn’t want a Yukon like we have, but this is the perfect compromise and better interior than her QX60 in my opinion.

[@SpringfieldTony]

Joe - let's go golfing in one of these new Acadia's - plenty of room for the clubs & gear - plus TWINKIES, love tony

[@steveglave35]

Had a 2020 Acadia a few years ago and never liked the shape of the rear window on the sides for the 3rd row passengers. I don't like the way it gets smaller, they need to square it off like a Yukon, and it would really give it an even bolder look.

[@piggy310]

I'm a Toyota guy but these are definitely some good-looking vehicles from GM ( love the Silverado and Tahoe)

[@TheDiveWatcher]

I like the new Acadia a lot and I'll like the AT4 even better, but I guess I will be in the minority in that I much prefer the previous body style much more. Especially the previous body style AT4 because it's a tad smaller and thus more nimble. In f a fact I plan to get a 22 model Acadia v6 AT4. Even a 21 possibly. Great review, Joe! Will you be reviewing the AT4 Acadia? I'd love to see it if you plan to!

[@richardhmandl]

I'm here in Australia and I'm driving the Holden Acadia and I love that car...... sadly Holden doesn't exist anymore so I hope GMC opens a dealerships over here... I definitely want a new one.....

[@johnnyjean-louis3515]

👍🏽I love GMC‘s Products. Keep it up GMC Great Job👏🏆🏆🏆

[@bradenconway9066]

Only vehicle i have loved more than my 09 duramax was my 2010 chevy 1500 extended cab short box with a 6.2 in it. That truck was stupid fast from factory, i put a cold air intake on it and a flowmaster 3.5” exhaust and an edge programmer. Brought that truck down to 5.5 seconds 0-60. I sold it because i needed a diesel to pull things but i miss that old 2010 6.2 so much

[@mikeworkman1759]

This or the Chevy Traverse RS?? This has better quality interior but is it worth the extra $7k??

[@Bouldertag]

Funny! Always love the little innuendos. Nuts and wood rubbing...

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share the SUVs and the laughs with you!

[@bradenconway9066]

I love my old 2017 Acadia, i know people hated that 3.6 engine but just change oil at 5-6000km and those vehicles will not let you down. Don’t follow the manufacturer suggestion at 12,000km. I change the oil on the acadia just like i do on my 98 sierra. My duramax is do at 8000km but i run rotella t6 in it.

[@miguelruizm]

Will this engine last as many miles as a V6?

[@RaitisRides]

That is the million dollar question!

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Nice job Joe & I like the style on this vehicle.

[@arizonacolour8793]

Joe how come you havent done a video on the 2024 Vantage refresh??

[@osemuohan-smarties5203]

This SUV is Luxurious!

[@fenrirslip]

I find it charming that the new Acaida kind of has a Hofmeister kink on the rear quarter window and I also think that this is an overall very handsome SUV.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@magnoliap5824]

It’s crazy how big this is now! I think it’s 10”, that’s a lot! That light interior is going to get filthy.

[@00_UU]

Love it. I have light interior, it stays clean since I am clean. I get it detailed once a year with a 50 dollar discount since I have a GM credit card. I would not ever get a black interior car

[@G-Rated]

@@00_UUI love light interiors and they’re only filthy when the owner of the vehicle is filthy. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@00_UU]

@@G-Rated exactly. It stays clean if the owner is clean.

[@em5850]

that's what she said

[@johnnayy963]

I love watching your reviews cus you’re funny as hell bro 😂😂 keep it up fr

[@hunterf3]

Great looking truck with a beautiful interior. I’m sure the powertrain is adequate but for the same money, the Mazda, CX 90 has a much more premium power train with the 3.3L Turbo.

[@EGARides-87]

I just got a white one a few days ago. I love it

[@Mokotarish]

Nice car, I went with the all new traverse z71 though.

[@jeromegriffiths4462]

That car Looking good ❤🔥🔥

[@stephen255]

I'm buying this exact car in this colorway! Should have by October 18, 2024 😊

[@darthshaw]

16:00 What no Twinkies today?

[@javy.airlines]

Love The Leather Seats On That Vehicle😍❤️💺🚙💨!!!

[@Donotreadmydescription656]

13:42 Top quality content right there🤩

[@JAKtheRipper333]

Really like the new design. Only concern is the 4cyl. I think this will be the next family suv for us.

[@noway5976]

Joe is sure missing Lori 😂❤ Tell GMC my bride will absolutely love this as a replacement for her 2015 Acadia Denali. Only concern is the white leather may be too bright and eventually show color smudging. I think the harder plastic armrests for the third row may survive a bit longer and clean better from kids 😂

[@SiriasisOFFICIAL]

Crazy good looking GMC

[@zdzislawmeglicki2262]

Where GM consistently disappoints is the complete absence of hybrid tech under the bonnet in their products, something all other major car producers have embraced, even Ford and Chrysler. Also, the replacement of the V6 with the turbo-charged fourbanger is a mixed blessing. The engine durability and reliability is going to be a problem.

[@luxuryonefilm]

This is the one i need for my family in future. . Not cheap but not to expensive like the yukon denali. . .❤ ilove this one . .❤

[@MyGuyJustinH]

I didn't even know that the steering wheel is supposed to look like the grille. The grille kind of looks like a baby Yukon to me. IMO. Great job on this SUV, GMC.

[@jp1087]

I used to have an Acadia, and considered a new one to replace my Yukon XL; until I saw that the only engine available is a turbo-4. No thanks. The 3.6 in the 2024 Enclave and Cadillac could easily be used and is rated at only 1 mpg less than the turbo-4. And for the 2023 Acadia that has the 3.6 and 9-speed trans, the fuel economy is the same as the new 2024. So I see zero benefit to the 4 cyl turbo engine. They could also easily fit the 3.0 Duramax under the hood as an option and get over 30mpg. This trend of tiny turbo gas engines in large SUV's is going to result in a lot of unhappy customers when they realize there isn't any benefit over the old tech. Also, they made it much longer and didn't add any additional legroom to the third row. So you can put more stuff behind the third row, but people sitting back there will still be more cramped than the other three-row competitors.

[@grouchosays]

Enclave has a V6?

[@jp1087]

@@grouchosays Yep.

[@chrisb7507]

Love everything about this vehicle. If you have kids with that interior, you’d have to be extra careful not to spill some stuff around.. it’s a beast.

[@AHungryHunky]

On the flip side, if you have light colored animals, the hair is less noticeable.

[@jevonspringer1719]

This will be my next ride once the lease is up on my 21 Atlas

[@UESide]

Wow ok. New platform for the Acadia. Kind of wish it wasn’t just another huge suv, but it looks good.

[@mabelh16]

What's the price?❤

[@gmcnanigans]

Sorry bud... some wrong info here. You said those 22" wheels are standard on Denali and 20" are optional on Elevation. Not true - both Elevation and Denali come standard with 20" wheels, and 22s are optional on both. 18s are only standard on the AT4.

[@gamereal4678]

I am a sports car lover but really at this moment in my life, I would opt for something familiar like the Suburban, I could accommodate my family that I couldn't in a small car.

[@meatl0ad]

Ngl I thought this would cost more. Definitely attractive!

[@grouchosays]

Is this same as Traverse?

[@Incomudro1963]

Yeah, they both suck.