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2021 GMC Acadia MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 GMC Acadia is a midsize or large SUV offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 21 to 25 MPG. That's up 1 MPG from the 2020 model. Among 65 midsize & large SUVs rated for 2021, it ranks 6th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,860 a year to fuel.

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Combined 25 MPG 22 MPG city · 29 MPG hwy
Driving range — not published for this model
Your fuel cost $1,860 15,000 mi/yr · $12.40 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #6 of 65 Midsize & Large SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 GMC Acadia's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City229.410.7
Highway2912.38.1
Combined2510.69.4

How it ranks among 2021 Midsize & Large SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model X105 MPGe $864
  2. 2Audi e-tron78 MPGe $1,172
  3. 3Toyota Highlander Hybrid36 MPG $1,292
  4. 4Ford Explorer Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  5. 5Lincoln Aviator Plug-in Hybrid56 MPGe + 23 MPG $1,833
  6. 6GMC Acadia25 MPG $1,860
  7. 65Lamborghini Urus14 MPG $4,232
2021 AcadiaOther midsize & large SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Acadia MPG across model years

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5 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
FWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
Acadia FWD		 Gas 22 MPG 29 MPG 25 MPG — $1,860
AWD · 2.0L 4-cyl turbo · 9-speed automatic
Acadia AWD		 Gas 22 MPG 27 MPG 24 MPG — $1,938
FWD · 2.5L 4-cyl · 9-speed automatic
Acadia FWD		 Gas 21 MPG 27 MPG 23 MPG — $2,022
FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic
Acadia FWD		 Gas 19 MPG 27 MPG 22 MPG — $2,114
AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 9-speed automatic
Acadia AWD		 Gas 19 MPG 26 MPG 21 MPG — $2,214

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Regular gasoline
Engine / motor
2.0L 4-cyl turbo
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Tailpipe CO₂
349 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
5/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
5/10

2021 GMC Acadia vs. rivals

vs Ford Explorer 24 MPG · $1,938/yr Acadia saves $78/yr vs Ford Explorer Hybrid 27 MPG · $1,722/yr Explorer Hybrid saves $138/yr vs Subaru Ascent 23 MPG · $2,022/yr Acadia saves $162/yr vs Hyundai Palisade 22 MPG · $2,114/yr Acadia saves $254/yr vs Jeep Grand Cherokee 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Acadia saves $354/yr vs Dodge Durango 21 MPG · $2,214/yr Acadia saves $354/yr vs Toyota Highlander Hybrid 36 MPG · $1,292/yr Highlander Hybrid saves $568/yr vs Nissan NV200 Cargo Van 25 MPG · $1,860/yr Same fuel cost

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 GMC Acadia?

Up to 25 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway); ratings range from 21 to 25 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 GMC Acadia use?

Regular gasoline.

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 GMC Acadia?

The 2021 GMC Acadia's fuel average is 10.6 km/L (9.4 L/100 km), or 25 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 12.3 km/L on the highway.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 GMC Acadia per year?

About $1,860 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $12.40 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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