2022 GMC Acadia FWDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDFront-Wheel Drive
City
22
MPG
Highway
29
MPG
Combined
25
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic 9-spd
Regular
City
22
Hwy
29
Comb
25
Fuel cost: $2,700/yr
Automatic 9-spd
Regular
City
19
Hwy
27
Comb
22
Fuel cost: $3,050/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,700

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-1,500

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 5/10
GHG Score: 5/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
358 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
11.9 barrels

Specifications

Engine
3.6L 4-cyl
Transmission
9-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
FWD
Body Style
SUV/Crossover
GVWR
Class 2-3 (6,001–10,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
5/5
2022 GMC Acadia SUV AWD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability15.1%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: StandardLane Departure Warning: Standard
44
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History3

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems44 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 44 owner complaints for the 2022 GMC Acadia FWD. Top reported issues include engine, electrical system and fuel system. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Engine
13
Electrical System
13
Fuel System
7
Advanced Safety (ADAS)
6
Steering
3
Brakes
3
Seat Belts
3
Power Train
3

2022 GMC Acadia FWD problems by category: Engine: 13 complaints, Electrical System: 13 complaints, Fuel System: 7 complaints, Advanced Safety (ADAS): 6 complaints, Steering: 3 complaints, Brakes: 3 complaints, Seat Belts: 3 complaints, Power Train: 3 complaints.

4
Crashes Reported
1
Fires Reported
7
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 01/11/2026ODI#11710259
purchased the vehicle in good faith, unaware that the check engine light was illuminated at the time of purchase and not informed that this indicated a serious mechanical or emissions-related issue. A…
BrakesFiled: 01/09/2026ODI#11710020
The contact owns a 2022 GMC Acadia. The vehicle was recently purchased, and at the time of purchase, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was d…
Fuel SystemFiled: 12/09/2024ODI#11629787
While deiving in three lanes of traffic in rainy weather. The vehicle began to buck as though the engine was cutting on and off. No warming lights or abnormal noises preceded the event. The vehicle…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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