Buick Rainier vs GMC Acadia
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 GMC Acadia
Overview
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | CXL | Elevation |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2007 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $31,550 (best) | $43,600 |
| Lowest listing price | — | $8,939 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $47,321 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $68,789 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 204 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 22 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 291 hp | 328 hp (best) |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft | 326 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 4.2 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 5 (best) | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 80.1 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 6,700 lbs (best) | 5,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,133 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,417 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8 in (best) | 6.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in | 120.9 in (best) |
| Length | 193.4 in | 204 in (best) |
| Width | 75.4 in | 79.6 in (best) |
| Height | 74.5 in (best) | 71 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Buick RainierCXL | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 5 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Buick Rainier | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CXL $31,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Elevation $43,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | CXL $33,570 MSRP | Elevation $45,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | AT4 $52,400 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Denali $58,900 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Denali $60,900 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Denali Ultimate $63,400 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Denali Ultimate $65,400 MSRP |
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Buick Rainier vs GMC Acadia FAQ
- Which is better: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2007 Buick Rainier vs 2027 GMC Acadia on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2007 Buick Rainier starts lower at $31,550. Live GMC Acadia listings start at $8,939.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2007 Buick Rainier leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,550).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
- Which has better horsepower: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
- Which has better seats: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2007 Buick Rainier or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2007 Buick Rainier leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (6,700).