- GMC Acadia Denali is a great choice for those dumping their Teslas
- SUV can be categorized as luxury due to premium features and design elements
- 328-horsepower turbo-charged engine
For all the Tesla owners out there now, running to make a political statement against Elon Musk, trading in their EVs, I give you the GMC Acadia Denali. Arizona Democratic Senator Mark Kelly is among the latest, dumping his Tesla, calling Musk an asshole, which Liberal mag Vanity Fair wrote about in an article as the latest in a “Tesla Exodus”. Then Kelly went out and heralded his new fossil-fuel GMC truck. Progressive extremists are out fire bombing Tesla dealerships. The Vancouver Auto Show just removed Tesla because of safety concerns. Lunacy.
Maybe all this means a shift in how the Left views fossil-fuelled cars and SUVs. Who knows. When GMC offered the Acadia Denali to us, I was a little hesitant. But that all goes back to how you define “luxury”. I have driven $160k SUVs as well. Some of the SUV EVs. The Denali is priced around $70k-$80k, depending on what you get. If you define “luxury” by price point or how you look in the eyes of your buddies or the public then I don’t know what to tell you. But GMC might have a marketing opportunity if Lefties keep jumping off the EV ship.
Why Would I Categorize the 2025 GMC Acadia Denali as a Luxury Vehicle?
The Acadia Denali has several premium features and design elements that I would categorize as “luxury”, certainly above more standard mid-size SUVs that are out there.
The truck offers a refined driving experience with high-quality materials, such as perforated leather-appointed seating in the first and second rows, real wood accents, and soft-touch surfaces throughout the cabin, which contribute to a sophisticated and upscale interior.
The exterior also stands out with distinctive styling, including a unique Denali grille, Galvano Silver finishes, and available 22-inch machined aluminum wheels with a Pearl Nickel finish. That gives it a bold and polished presence.
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Advanced technology further supports all of this. The Acadia Denali comes equipped with a large 15-inch diagonal touchscreen featuring Google built-in software, an 8-inch configurable Head-Up Display, and a premium Bose audio system, all of which enhance convenience and entertainment.
It also offers cutting-edge driver-assistance features like Super Cruise, a hands-free driving system, alongside a suite of standard safety technologies, adding both comfort and peace of mind.
Additionally, the vehicle provides a smooth and comfortable ride, thanks to its available adaptive suspension, which balances handling and comfort on various terrains. With a powerful 328-horsepower turbocharged engine, it delivers strong performance while maintaining respectable fuel efficiency for its class.
These elements—premium materials, advanced tech, distinctive design, and a refined driving experience—collectively position the GMC Acadia Denali as a luxury option within the mid-size SUV segment.
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