2008 GMC Acadia and Saturn Outlook

By Benjamin Cyr

Road-Test liked:

• A modern and unique design which brings fresh air to the world of SUV’s and crossovers;
• A complete factory installed package;
• Impressive interior volume allowing  seating for many passengers and storage space for  their baggage;
• The silence of the ride and the comfort of the interior;
• Generally pleasurable road handling given the vehicle’s size and vocation;
• The detailing which, once again, sets it apart from other GM products;
• The very competitive starting prices for the Saturn ($ 33,990) and the GMC ($ 36,495);
• An up-to-date  and relatively efficient drive train, especially the six-speed transmission.

Road-Test disliked:

• The power of the engine which can adjust well to extra weight;
• The exaggerated turn radius making parking adjustments difficult;
• The disappointing  city fuel consumption , not a trivial consideration in these times of galloping  prices;
• The total cost when factoring in the array of options.

Additional comment: René

At the risk of sounding boring or controversy-shy, I agree totally with Ben. The Acadia shines all over: good-looking, spacious, economical and thoroughbred. The slight lack of road stability notwithstanding, I would be hard-pressed to come up with more negatives than those mentioned.

• In conclusion, the GMC Acadia and the Saturn Outlook were a pleasant surprise what with the tempting prices and their various usages. It would be great to have an optional V8 now and not as a possibility in the future, however, the fuel consumption factor still loams large. All in all, GM should be proud of its current conceptions.

Technicals Informations (Acadia)

Technicals Informations (Outlook)

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