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GMC Acadia vs Rivian R2

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 GMC Acadia

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2027 Rivian R2

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Overview

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationRivian R2Premium
Selected trimElevationPremium
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedelectric
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20272027

Pricing & market

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationRivian R2Premium
MSRP$43,600 (best)$53,990
Lowest listing price$8,939 (best)—
Median listing price$47,187 (best)—
Highest listing price$68,789 (best)—
For sale now202 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationRivian R2Premium
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)—
City MPG20 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)—

Performance

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationRivian R2Premium
Horsepower328 hp450 hp (best)
Torque326 lb-ft537 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.5 L (best)—
CylindersI4—

Size & capability

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationRivian R2Premium
Seating8 seats (best)5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume97.5 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity5,000 lbs (best)4,400 lbs
Curb weight—4,960 lbs (best)
Ground clearance6.8 in10 in (best)
Wheelbase120.9 in (best)116 in
Length204 in (best)186 in
Width79.6 in (best)75 in
Height71 in (best)67 in

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC AcadiaElevationRivian R2Premium
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

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.

TrimGMC AcadiaRivian R2
1

Elevation

$43,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Premium

$53,990 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Elevation

$45,600 MSRP

Performance

$57,990 MSRP

3

AT4

$52,400 MSRP

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4

Denali

$58,900 MSRP

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5

Denali

$60,900 MSRP

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6

Denali Ultimate

$63,400 MSRP

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7

Denali Ultimate

$65,400 MSRP

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Live inventory

GMC Acadia vs Rivian R2 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Acadia vs 2027 Rivian R2 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Acadia starts lower at $43,600. Live GMC Acadia listings start at $8,939.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
The 2027 Rivian R2 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (330).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
The 2027 Rivian R2 leads on horsepower in this comparison (656).
Which has better seats: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on seats in this comparison (8).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 GMC Acadia or 2027 Rivian R2?
The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).