Used 2016 GMC Acadia for Sale Nationwide
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CarGurus Analysis:
2016 GMC Acadia
With 66 currently listed for sale and an average price of $13,472.00 CAD, 34.8% of 2016 GMC Acadias for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2016 GMC Acadia 4.33 / 5 stars.
100.0% of 2016 Acadia models on CarGurus are accident free.
CarGurus Analysis: 2016 GMC Acadia
Summary
With 66 currently listed for sale and an average price of $13,472.00 CAD, 34.8% of 2016 GMC Acadias for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favourably reviewed: Owners rated the 2016 GMC Acadia 4.33 / 5 stars.
100.0% of 2016 Acadia models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2016 GMC Acadia stands out as the final year of the first-generation model, and that matters because this version still reflects the Acadia’s original mission as a family-friendly crossover. It was GMC’s first unibody vehicle and its first vehicle with front-wheel drive, and it was designed to replace several three-row vehicles across General Motors’ portfolio. That gives the 2016 Acadia a clear identity: it is a practical, comfort-focused SUV rather than a performance-first one.
Mechanically, the 2016 Acadia came exclusively with a 3.6-litre V6 engine, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and available with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. The first-generation Acadia also developed a reputation for upscale touches in higher trims, especially the Denali, which brought unique front and rear-end treatments, a honeycomb-pattern grille, chrome brightwork, unique 20-inch wheels, premium perforated leather upholstery, and wood trim. Those details help explain why the Acadia appealed to buyers who wanted a roomy crossover with a more polished feel than many mainstream rivals.
At the same time, the 2016 model is best understood in the context of the generation’s broader strengths and weaknesses. The Acadia was aimed at affordability and comfort over performance and capability, and the buying guide notes that older versions had dull styling, were dull to drive, and delivered below-average fuel economy. Even so, the 2016 model is singled out as one of the better Acadia years for reliability, which makes it an appealing choice for shoppers looking for a used three-row crossover with a straightforward layout and a strong value proposition.
Other model years to consider
- Average price: $34,035.00 CAD
- Good/great deal percentage: 28.2%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 149
- Average price: $38,268.00 CAD
- Good/great deal percentage: 27.6%
- User rating: 4.89 / 5
- Total listings: 156
- Average price: $18,526.00 CAD
- Good/great deal percentage: 30.9%
- User rating: 4.79 / 5
- Total listings: 94
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
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Greg W
Reviewed a 2016 GMC Acadia on Aug 18, 2025
The best affordable used car ever nice for first car ownership .make sure to check every part of the care for new upgrades before useing.these cars last past 1000.50 miles too 200,000 miles.
James T
Reviewed a 2016 GMC Acadia on Nov 14, 2022
The car rode smooth and for all the features and passenger space it got great gas mileage
Patti E
Reviewed a 2016 GMC Acadia on Feb 18, 2023
Very nice vehicle. Larger than I expected. Im looking to replace an older GMC Envoy and the Acadia felt big. Overall the Acadias Ive found are a little pricey for me. This one was more reasonable and I should have jumped on it as it appears to have sold.☹
2016 GMC Acadia Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| SLE-1 FWD | $34,175 |
| SLE-2 FWD | $36,755 |
| SLT-2 AWD | $44,295 |
| SLT-1 AWD | $43,020 |
| SLE-1 AWD | $36,175 |
| Denali AWD | $49,890 |
| SLE-2 AWD | $38,755 |
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