Is the 2019 GMC Acadia Denali the BENCHMARK mid-size luxury SUV?

The 2019 Acadia Denali is the top trip trim level available on any GMC product. Under the hood is a 3.6L V6 producing 310 HP mated to an 8-speed automatic. Inside there are tons of amenities and high end finishes to separate it from it's competitors. Has GMC set the benchmark for the mid-size luxury SUV with the 2019 Acadia Denali? Check out all of the details!
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[@jacqueburgett1613]

I got my new Acadia Denali last week and I love it. Bought the extended warranty to cover 10 years.

[@vbish4955]

Jacque Burgett I bought one a few days ago! I was set on not liking it but after test drove it , I was in love!

[@jacqueburgett1613]

Natasha Bish They do drive so well. I have gotten so many compliments on it especially with the Denali package and all trim.

[@Chas1160]

Jacque Burgett beautiful design. Do you have the 4 or 6 cylinders? Your MPG?

[@danieljohnson4418]

I think this vehicle strikes an excellent balance between luxury and utility, especially for the price.

[@tabanherrington852]

“You can roast em like a thanksgiving turkey!” 😂😂😂

[@LeadfootLou]

After watching a bunch of your videos I’m starting to get good at guessing the price on these vehicles. I nailed the $45k on this one. It’s a very good price for a vehicle this size with leather seats and a couple of sun roofs. (Is roofs the plural of roof?) I wouldn’t need more than a compact SUV so I wouldn’t buy this one but some couple with kids should definitely consider it with different colors than the colors in the video. Keep up the great work young man!!!

[@jimcaale1900]

I love mine. Denali black on black. Can easily handle this Minnesota weather.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownership!

[@damitbobby6677]

I got one. It's a perfect vehicle.... I drove the kia... hands down this feels a lot better to drive. Lot more smooth on the shift with the transmission

[@r.edward5701]

Agreed. Has plenty of get up and go when needed also. Quiet on the highway!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This will be my first SUV!! Nice video Joe.

[@trishjaye6204]

I got my Acadia Denali today! I miss my car but im starting to get comfortable with this one.

[@DMETS519]

These white Acadias are everywhere. Pretty nice, but they certainly don't stand out in a crowd. I look forward to next year's model.

[@JJustinXu]

You mean Highlanders...they are the best selling. I have only seen 1 of these in my town and lots of Highlander’s...funny enough my neighbor has 3 Highlander’s different years.

[@curtmorgansigurdsen2057]

Hey, thanks for your review video. Based on your review, I narrowed it down to Buick Enclave 2019 and GMC Arcadia Denali 2019 back in December 2019. I tested both, but decided on the GMC Arcadia Denali (White). Thank you. We're in June 2020 and I LOVE MY WHITE GMC ARCADIA DENALI! :-)

[@owenscassandra12]

Thank you for the review. We are looking at possibly upgrading to this from our Mercedes suv(yes, I meant to say upgrade) and glad to see the pros and cons with the make.

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that I could share this one with you Cassandra!

[@tamikaclark7165]

I Did upgrade from my Mercedes to the 2019 Acadia Denali . I love it! Nice ride, comfort, more options and you save $$

[@owenscassandra12]

@@tamikaclark7165 Thank you for sharing this. This helps a lot, especially coming from someone who is/was in the same situation. Glad you're enjoying it!

[@r.edward5701]

Just bought one to. Love it

[@TempleThomas]

thank you for showing the second row seat movement !

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome!

[@travelinben1966]

Nice looking vehicle.At least GM isn’t as “turbo happy” as Ford,and you can still get a normally aspirated 6 in a vehicle like this.Unfortunately,GM’s reliability remains suspect,so I would be hesitant committing to this vehicle at its price point.Great review Joe,thanks!👍

[@RaitisRides]

Very good points Brian!

[@LS1007]

I like the Acadia though it may be a little large for my needs. The 2020 model has the shark fin antenna. Thanks for sharing it Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

[@PremierChoiceFitness]

I love the Denali trim levels!

[@thomascruz3924]

Reviewing sound quality in your rides would be nice to hear from you....especially in family vehicles.

[@RaitisRides]

I will add more of that! Thanks for the feedback!

[@eroom2087]

People keep talking about Kia’s warranty, trust me you gonna need it

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!

[@DanielTojcic]

Mark Moore KIA literally just scored in the top 3 for jd power reliability ratings

[@eroom2087]

Daniel Tojcic junk

[@james2042]

lemme guess, you had a kia 15 years ago and it broke down on you once

[@eroom2087]

James Mastroianni heard to many stories for me to own one, in most cases you get what you pay for

[@allisons3663]

I have this same exact vehicle and I love it, but why couldn't they put a USB in the console storage to hide the iPod?!?! The Terrain has it, but not the Acadia. I drove the Telluride and the Acadia Denali handles and rides better.

[@RaitisRides]

Very good points!

[@phillipricketts6561]

Nice drive I would love one for my work

[@octoman_games]

IF your kids aren't behaving back there, you can cook em! lmao

[@davidk4682]

Raiti, excellent review!! Awesome job, and thank you so much for bringing us yet another fantastic review. Zonk on the no lid/cover bottom of center stack cubby area. Thats a zonk. Thanks Joe!

[@Christopher-fp2ks]

great video n job brother love it god bless

[@joseluisruiz3789]

I like the Old Man Brown and Beige Color and im 35 years old 😁👍

[@NileshR12]

I'm 21 & I like the lighter two-tone color combo. It's enough of a contrast

[@michellepayano2120]

can you review the lincoln MKC?

[@TC-hs5wy]

Hey Raiti love your channel. Your bideos are full of info and you out your own style into your reviews. Whats this V6 like compared to the V6 in the Jeep grand cherokee?

[@gregholman2930]

I love the front but the back, not so much. Joe, are you planning on doing a reviews of Acadia's competitors: Lincoln Natilus, Acura MDX & the Buick Enclave? Btw can't believe GMC didn't add turning signals to the exterior mirrors, what's up with that? Thanks for sharing!

[@josephvallegos5148]

Great Video

[@bigdogbulldog9912]

Nice ,I just think the Denali trim should look a bit more higher end,especially the cockpit, love the instruments tho

[@markcoleman8568]

Love the sitting color

[@priceshepherd4660]

Ready for the quiz!😂

[@trscsaeg]

You should review carplay and android auto in your reviews as they’re not all created equal. 2019 camry se take forever for carplay to come up and then you have to select carplay to use it. This connects almost instantly and pulls up carplay automatically withouhave to press anything. Then there’s wireless carplay and android auto. Please start putting this in your reviews

[@Simsim-xh9fm]

Hi there was just wondering about whether or not do you have any info about the upcoming Ford Mustang 2020 and when is it gonna be out and whether or not it’s going to be like the 2019 or be like the new look of the new Shelby 2020?!

[@styner3]

$45K? I'm getting ready to buy a Kia Telluride SX for $46K loaded, roomer, nicer and better warranty.

[@gregholman2930]

I have to agree, the Koreans are knocking it out of the park for the $$$!

[@ktpinnacle]

I think the 2020 Acadia will compete with the Telluride (it had better). The attraction to the 2019 versus the Telluride at this point is the heavy discounts that you could get. I've seen then for 20%+ off.

[@zxtenn]

My co-workers wife just bought a Telluride but not sure what model, kind of a weird name though--she got it in white

[@78GhostRider]

Kia is a joke, horrible Resale value. Guaranteed to break down.

[@ktpinnacle]

They said the same about Honda. Kia is putting their money (warranty) where their mouth is. The resale on this will be better than most cars, and in the middle of the pack for SUVs.

[@ChrisJones-cn1ew]

9x out of 10 I agree with you. This must be that 1x we're not on the same page. Design, body paneling gaps, interior and chrome everywhere are the deal breaker for me. The features are great but there are certainly better SUVs out there for the same price.

[@greglang848]

Please share your info of better sub for this price range. I'm looking for the wife's birthday right now!! Thanks

[@petercarey6883]

Second, but at least I'm on the Podium. Save the Wave.

[@greenbullitt6999]

Diamond stitching … I wish all Denali vehicles had Diamond Stitching upholstery to distinguish as Top of the Line GMC

[@RaitisRides]

I totally agree with you!

[@Christopher-fp2ks]

is it 4x4

[@chanseormon]

Christopher Stiener It’s All Wheel Drive

[@ARB0204]

Not Close but better than the Cadillac XT6

[@joreyasmus7676]

What about that enclave behind it?

[@WhiteBuffalo-ou6ew]

So I'd assume with this CUV being named after a park and the trim level being a mountain range that GMC"s truck, the Sierra, is probably named after that desert?

[@garywaterman8026]

Sierra = Mountain range in California. Sahara = Desert in Africa.

[@WhiteBuffalo-ou6ew]

@@garywaterman8026 ahh

[@KenseisGarage]

🤔 for 45k, don’t know on this one Joe. There’s a lot of options out there like Telluride for example which is more premium IMO. Funny the command center drawer, kids could use that to throw it at the driver for sure 😂 😂. Great review as always 👍

[@brooklynknightss]

Nice looking truck

[@stephenhendricks103]

Sorry, Joe. A "premium" mainstream SUV in the Denali trim? OK. A "luxury" SUV. Nope. True "luxury" brands like Lexus, BMW, Acura, and Cadillac are in another category, altogether. Instead, the Denali trim MSRP is competitive with the top trim versions of the Pilot, the Ascent, the Atlas, the CX-9 and most importantly the new KIA Telluride. (Real world pricing may be another matter.) And with addition of a number of options, many of which are offered as standard equipment on its rivals, the Acadia Denali offers a comparable set of bells and whistles and doesn't break the $50K limit. And to its credit it matches most of its rivals with a V6 either as standard or as an optional choice. (Ascent and CX-9 excepted.) At 193.6" long the Acadia is a few inches shorter than its main 3 row rivals ranging from 196.5" to 203". That might actually be an advantage in terms of maneuverability and parking. And if you're trying to fit it into a crowded garage with a bike rack on the back, it might even be a critical issue. But if you're choosing the captain chairs in the second row, it's effectively a 6 passenger vehicle, even when packed to the gills. And if the third row is viewed as an occasional use feature, the 7 passenger Denali with a bench seat in the second row offers no more passenger room than a KIA Sorento that's a more efficiently packaged vehicle at 189" in length. Of course, almost all three row SUV's suffice to haul six or seven passengers on a short trip around town. A much tougher test is whether a vehicle can accommodate more than five passengers AND their gear/luggage on a longer trip. And that's where the Acadia comes up short (literally.) With only 12.8 cubic feet of cargo space behind the 3rd row, it exceeds only the KIA Sorento (11 cf). That compares to 23 cf in the near bus length Traverse and 21 cf in the Telluride. No extended trips for extended families in the Acadia. Look to the Traverse or the Enclave if you want to stay with a GM product. Of course, the elephant in the room is the KIA Telluride (and soon its sibling, the Hyundai Palisade.) It's about 3 inches longer than the Acadia but it offers MUCH greater passenger volume and cargo space as well as more upscale materials and fit and finish in the SX trim. The standard 0-60 times are comparable even with the Telluride running the Atkinson cycle ICE that sacrifices some performance for better fuel economy. And the top trim SX Telluride has several bells and whistles that can't be had in the Acadia for any price. But the horsefly in the ointment is that unless you've already ordered a SX Telluride you'll probably pay a hefty "market adjustment" sticker price and/or wait until the next model year. If I were shopping in this category, I'd give the Acadia Denali a look but at best I think it would make it to (maybe) second place.

[@gregholman2930]

I agree Kia could have came up with a better name than "Telluride" that's for sure!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on that Greg!

[@ktpinnacle]

I don't understand what the heartburn is with the name "Telluride." It's a Colorado mountain town. There's the Tahoe, Durango (just down the highway from Telluride), Silverado, Sedona, Malibu, Santa Fe, Tacoma, and Tucson - all western mountain towns/cities.

[@gregholman2930]

@@ktpinnacle I appreciate you pointing out the obvious but those names don't sound cartoonish like "Telluride", it reminds me of the Telly-Tubies; why can't the Koreans come up with a name that's catchy & original?

[@ktpinnacle]

Cartoonish? Having spent a lot of time in Colorado (though I've never lived there), I find your characterization of a fine American mountain town bizarre.

[@gregholman2930]

@@ktpinnacle I've been known to become bizarre when when it strikes my fancy on occasion.

[@colinnolan2212]

Wait.. So GMC is 'luxury' now? idk

[@ericd1632]

The Denali's are

[@WhiteBuffalo-ou6ew]

I think you could go to the top trim level of almost any vehicle nowadays and have it be pretty luxurious.

[@colinnolan2212]

@@WhiteBuffalo-ou6ew I'm not trying to get into the philosophy of the word Luxury lol but GM branding doesn't really scream 'Status Symbol' yknow?

[@WhiteBuffalo-ou6ew]

@@colinnolan2212 Correct

[@klasseact6663]

Would take a CX-9, Telluride or Pallisade over this "thing", not even close.

[@remyd8767]

Don't forget pilot, Ascent, and Lincoln MKX

[@michaels7984]

I agree as of now, the 2020 model looks like it will be getting some needed upgrades though so be interested to see how it actually turns out when its available

[@klasseact6663]

@@remyd8767 the new Pilot is pretty nice, the Accent will sell well but is Zzzzz and the Lincoln has the tech and power, the GM product doesn't have the guts and guts are a luxury IMO.

[@gregholman2930]

@@remyd8767 You forgot to mention the Lincoln Natilus for sure!

[@JJustinXu]

You forgot Highlander...2020 Highlander is redesigned...

[@trscsaeg]

No knee for you in the back

[@hashimfanjan3912]

i like it its cool man

[@juansolis904]

Chip materials in this suv.

[@AshwinF1Bloke]

Cheap. But if you actually meant chip as in crisps.... that's about right too with the materials.

[@sneakyfoz3692]

That V6 is a freaking outdated boat anchor from the early 2000’s. It’s a massive fail and the devil is in the detail. Maximum torques is delivered over 5000rpm, max power 6600 rpm? Seriously? In a family hauler of this size that is ludicrous, heaven help anyone that wants to tow with this turd. Joe maybe you could do a demo of this thing towing something at the rated 4000 pounds, I’ll get the popcorn.

[@torfe2002]

Buick enclave better this Gm Arcadia pay 4000k more consider A buick

[@Rocky32189]

Soccer mom mobile

[@fly4awhyteguy]

"Comfor-bull" 🙄

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your great input and perspective! I really appreciate you watching!

[@Twangtown7]

Dude's pointing out decals....

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your input and perspective! I appreciate you watching!

[@mymmom7363]

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[@RaitisRides]

Tell me about it!

[@mymmom7363]

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[@randywilliams5042]

This guy suck! Nice SUV.

[@LS1007]

First

[@Ash-oh7kb]

Not a fan of the looks 👎👎

[@WillLasvegas]

It’s a terrible car don’t buy one we are trading ours in for a Kia telluride SX

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for the input and perspective! I appreciate you watching Will!

[@chalabrooks5433]

Will Kautz What’s so terrible about it? Did you own this 2019 or a different year?

[@jadedomonkos]

Why’s that? Looking at a 2019 model only 10,000km