2026 GMC Acadia vs. 2026 Jeep Wrangler Review

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2026 GMC
Acadia

MSRP*: $43,700 to $64,900
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2026 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $34,895 to $79,995
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 17 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 27 MPG 22 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 97.5 ft3 31.7 - 72.4 ft3
Engine
  • 328-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 328 hp 270 - 470 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 2,000 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 204.0 in 166.8 - 188.4 in
Exterior Width 79.6 - 80.0 in 73.9 in
Leg Room Front 44.3 in
Rear 41.5 in
Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Head Room Front 41.2 - 42.6 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.0 in
Front 40.7 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.2 - 41.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Acadia than in the Jeep Wrangler. The GMC Acadia will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Wrangler.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the GMC Acadia, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Jeep Wrangler.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The GMC Acadia is somewhat more expensive than the Jeep Wrangler.

Dimensions
Since the GMC Acadia is much wider than the Jeep Wrangler, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the GMC Acadia, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Jeep Wrangler.

Handling
The GMC Acadia has a significantly larger turning radius than the Jeep Wrangler, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The GMC Acadia has a little more horsepower than the Jeep Wrangler.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the GMC Acadia transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Jeep Wrangler.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the GMC Acadia more than the Jeep Wrangler, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the GMC Acadia, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Jeep Wrangler.