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Holden Acadia 3.6 (231 Hp) Step Gear
Holden Acadia:
The GMC Acadia is a crossover SUV manufactured by General Motors for its GMC division. The first-generation GMC Acadia shared the GM Lambda platform with the Saturn Outlook, the Chevrolet Traverse, and the Buick Enclave. The Acadia went on sale in 2006 as a 2007 model in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The Acadia replaces three of the 7- or 8-seater vehicles on the Buick-Pontiac–GMC dealership network, the midsize GMC Safari van, the GMC Envoy, and the Pontiac Montana SV6 minivan for the domestic market. As of 2009, the Lambda vehicles had replaced the Buick Rainier, Buick Rendezvous, Buick Terraza, and the GMC Envoy XL and then subsequently the GMC Envoy, Chevrolet TrailBlazer and the Isuzu Ascender. A Denali version of the Acadia debuted for 2011. In 2017, the second generation Acadia was repositioned as a mid-size crossover utility vehicle in order to compete in the growing midsize SUV market against the likes of the Ford Explorer, Edge, and the Jeep Grand Cherokee....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Acadia Overview:
Holden Acadia (Acadia). With 367 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1906 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A crossover utility vehicle that blends features of SUVs and passenger cars. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
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3.9 / 5
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Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (231 hp) for versatile driving.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Cons:
- • Relatively high fuel consumption: 9.3 L/100 km combined.
- • Compact cargo space (292 L); may require careful packing.
- • Meets EURO 5 emission standard; check for local urban restriction zones.
Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Holden |
| Model: | Acadia |
| Generation: | Acadia |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 (231 Hp) Step Gear |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | CUV |
| Seats: | 5-7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 231 Hp @ 6600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 63.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 367 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LGX |
| Engine displacement: | 3649 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | EURO 5 |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.1 kg/Hp, 123.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 195.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1874-1938 |
| Max. weight: | 2675 |
| Max load: | 737-801 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2102 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 292 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2000 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73.4 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 200 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4979 mm mm |
| Width: | 1916 mm mm |
| Height: | 1762 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2857 mm mm |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 1972 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2139 mm |
| Front track: | 1638 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1638 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 198-203 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 321 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 315 mm |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/65 R18; 235/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 18; 8J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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