2021 Acadia vs. 2021 Traverse in Houma, LA
2021 Acadia vs. 2021 Traverse
There are many three-row SUVs to choose from these days, and it’s only natural to want to pick one that meets all of your needs and stands out from its competition. GMC and Chevrolet produce two of the most popular SUVs on the market right now – the 2021 GMC Acadia and the 2021 Chevrolet Traverse, but which of these corporate cousins will really hit the mark for you? Let’s compare them to find out.
Performance
The Acadia and the Traverse are rather large SUVs, so it’s important to consider both the power and the fuel efficiency for SUVs of this size. The 2021 GMC Acadia has three engine options - 2.5-liter I4 engine, a 2.0-liter turbocharged I4, and a 3.6-liter V6. Each of these engines provides ample power and respectable fuel consumption. In comparison, the 2021 Traverse only offers a 3.6-liter V6 that has less power and worse fuel economy than the Acadia, giving the GMC SUV the win in this category.
Interior and Amenities Review
Though their status as corporate cousins means that the Acadia and the Traverse have many similarities, there are still many ways in which the Acadia has an advantage over the Traverse. One of the Acadia’s advantages is its 4.2-inch driver information display that beats the Traverse’s 3.5-inch display. The Traverse only offers a 4.2-inch display in uppermost trim levels, so you’ll have to pay a premium to access vital information while you drive. Looking further into the cabin, the Acadia offers a larger infotainment touchscreen that is easier to navigate while you’re on the road, and it also offers an air filtration system that the Traverse does not offer.
Safety Features
Though the Acadia and the Traverse offer the same driver assistance features as they are both under the General Motors umbrella, and both offer these features in their third trim and higher, the price for this trim on the Acadia is significantly lower than the Traverse. Standard features for the base trims of these cars include a rearview camera and a rear seat reminder to help you remember important cargo in the back seat.
Find Your 2021 GMC Acadia in Houma, LA
The 2021 GMC Acadia is powerful, efficient, and value-packed in every single trim level, making it the winner of this tossup for us here at Barker Buick GMC. If you’re ready to get behind the wheel of a GMC Acadia for yourself, check out our current Acadia inventory, then swing by the dealership when you’re ready for a test drive. When you’re shopping with us, be sure to ask any of our team members how you can save big and add even more value to your 2021 GMC Acadia.