2017 GMC Acadia: Caught Testing at High Altitude [Spied]

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2017 GMC Acadia prototype (by TFL viewer)

Check out this heavily clad 2017 GMC Acadia prototype as it was caught high altitude testing in the Colorado Rocky Mountains. The current Acadia is a versatile and spacious three-row crossover, but it can feel dated in some interior details.

This latest prototype is hiding behind a think veil, but leaned-back windshield and a sleek roofline are visible. Also, the front grille area appears a little smaller than on the current model. This all makes sense for improved aerodynamic performance.

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(by TFL viewer)

The current Acadia is using a 3.6-liter V6 with 288 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. The engine lineup for the next Acadia remains unclear. It is being developed along-side the next Cadillac XT5 crossover (and the Chevy Traverse), so the they may share drivetrains. Could there a 2.0-liter turbo under the hood? What about the 400 horsepower 3.0-liter turbocharged V6? This would make a great 2017 Acadia Denali.

Check out the 2013 GMC Acadia first drive video.

Also, take a look at this spy video of the 2016 Cadillac CT6 sports luxury sedan and the Cadillac XT5 prototypes.