2023 Chevy Traverse vs. 2023 GMC Acadia

If you’re looking to upgrade your Stephenville commute with a new three-row SUV, you’ve come to the right place! At Bayer Motor Company, we offer a wide variety of SUVs, cars, and trucks from Chevy, GMC, and Buick. Two of the best midsize SUVs on the market right now are the Chevrolet Traverse and the GMC Acadia, both of which you can find at Bayer Motor Company! They’re both great choices with a lot to offer, but which one will ultimately best suit your unique driving needs–Traverse or Acadia? To help you as you shop for your next ride, the team at Bayer Motor Company has put together a guide comparing the Traverse vs. Acadia below – check it out!

Chevy Traverse vs. GMC Acadia: Interior Dimensions

When picking a new SUV, interior space is often a major deciding factor for prospective drivers. The Chevy Traverse and GMC Acadia are both classified as midsize SUVs, with three rows of seats for seven to eight passengers. However, the Chevy Traverse is a bit larger, offering an extra few cubic feet of cargo space and more passenger room for everyone in the cabin. Here are the full specs:

2023 Chevy Traverse Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: 7-8 passengers
• Maximum Cargo Volume: 98.2 cubic feet 
• First / second / third row headroom: 42.8 in / 40.0 in / 38.2 in
• First / second / third row legroom: 41.0 in / 38.4 in / 33.5 in

2023 GMC Acadia Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: 6-7 passengers
• Maximum Cargo Volume: 79.0 cubic feet
• First / second / third row headroom: 40.0 in / 39.6 in / 37.2 in
• First / second / third row legroom: 41.0 in / 39.7 in / 29.7 in

Chevy Traverse vs. GMC Acadia: Features

Chevy and GMC are both owned by General Motors, which means that their SUVs and trucks share a lot of the same features. You can find a similar list of standard and available amenities inside the cabin for both models:

• Standard on Both: Teen Driver technology, Keyless Open and Start, Deep-tinted glass, Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto compatibility, rearview camera
• Available on Both: Parking assistance, sunroof, heated/cooled front seats, heated steering wheel

Chevy Traverse vs. GMC Acadia: Performance

The Chevy Traverse comes standard with a 3.6L V6 engine, while the GMC Acadia comes with a 2.0L 4-cylinder. However, upper-level trims on the Acadia such as the AT4 and Denali get a more powerful 3.6L V6 that delivers the same performance specs as the Traverse. Both come equipped with a powerful 9-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, with the option of upgrading to all-wheel drive for maximum traction on the Brownwood roads. Here are the full specs:

2023 Chevy Traverse Performance Specs

• Base engine: 3.6L V6 engine
• Power: 310 hp and 266 lb-ft of torque
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic transmission
• Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
• Available all-wheel drive

2023 GMC Acadia Performance Specs

• Base engine: 2.0L 4-cylinder engine
• Power: 228 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic transmission
• Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
• Available all-wheel drive

Find Your Next SUV at Bayer Motor Company!

Still on the fence deciding between the Traverse or Acadia? Consider taking an available model out for a test drive! Just contact our office or stop by our dealership, and we’ll get you behind the wheel on the Granbury roads in no time. You can also contact us with any questions about the Traverse vs. Acadia, and a member of our team will be happy to help you.