LARGE & IN CHARGE! -- 2024 Chevy Traverse RS vs. 2024 GMC Acadia Denali: Comparison
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- Here's our comparison between the All-New 2024 Chevy Traverse RS and the All-New 2024 GMC Acadia Denali!
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0:00 Intro
0:52 Pricing Breakdown
2:18 Detailed Exterior Comparison
5:06 Interior Comparison
11:24 Test Drive & Impressions Comparison
16:04 Sound Level Reading (dB) Comparison
17:14 Resale, Reliability, and Value
19:10 Comparison Conclusion
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TOYOTA GRAND HIGHLADER should be the only choice in this class if not leasing.
You should compare one of the 2 vehicles in this video to the Hyundai Palisade
@@SW-bj1so Grandhighlander was my firsr choice until I saw it in person.....easily mistaken for a Rav 4 and interior is very lackluster. Im sure when they refresh in a few years it will look much sportier
@@chuckback73 the highest trim level was VERY underwhelming....big turn off
Traverse exterior with Acadia interior for me 😮💨
I'll take the traverse
Please do a headlight comparison by taking them out for night drives.
guys - why do I have such expensive taste? I like the bling lux factor of the GMC. your comparison reviews are my favorite - no one else on YT covers stuff as well as you guys. thanks 🤓
They both look great, personally I would take Chevy Traverse
Just saw a black Z 71 traverse in the Costco parking lot. Even my 19-year-old daughter thought it looked really nice. They look good in person very sporty.
We looked at both and ended up buying the 2024 Acadia and love it
Ditto! Love my GMC Acadia!
My wife and I are looking to get rid of our current '19 Outlander & get into something bigger with way better quality. If you don't mind me asking, what made you decide on the Acadia?
@@dcrijo It's exterior and interior feel like a middle ground between mainstream and luxury. And between the traverse and acadia, the acadia feels quite a bit nicer inside. But if you want better quality and bigger, the CX-90, Telluride/Palisade, Highlander, etc are all gonna be nice for you guys.
@@ayushmalpeddi2793those are all smaller than the Acadia
@@dcrijo For a family of five, space was the deciding factor and the 2024 Acadia won hands down. The luxury, tech, and purple paint were just additional bonuses for us.
The traverse trim rs is one of my dream suv for the road. I also like awd, sunroof, and a summit white.
Traded my wifes 22 Terrian for the 24 Arcadia, and we are very impressed.
You can save almost 7K by going with an Traverse LT, AWD, Midnight pkg, Advanced driver pkg, Panoramic pkg, Trailering pkg and EvoTech at 51+K. You get 20s in black, imitation leather (cloth for le$$), no ventilation or 2nd row heating. Nearly everything offered in the RS trim for under 52K if 58K is too expensive 😉.
The Tahoe and Yukon are substantially larger than these vehicles now since the 2021 redesign. The GMC Acadia is undeniably more luxurious but the Traverse RS definitely is now a premium SUV as well. I can’t wait for you guys to review the new Buick Enclave Avenir.
I think they're both excellent choices in this segment. Personally, I prefer the interior and exterior design of the Chevrolet although I like the interior color options on the GMC more.
I can see where you come to on that the only thing I don't like about the Traverse is that there's no physical for climate
@josh0050 Actually there is, I have the Traverse Z71 and there are physical buttons/knobs for climate.
So feature wise, you can’t get a heads up display LED fog lamps, or the best stereo in the traverse. The Denali clearly has a more premium interior as well. General Motors should have done was offer another motor exclusive to the Denali trim, but of course they never do things like that the first time around.
I like the outside of the Traverse, but the interior of the Acadia 🫤
The rear window panel on the traverse looks weird, and flows more on the Acadia
They had a great upgrades. Glad they kept the 21.7gal fuel tank. Worth added to the shopping list.
DYNAMIC LIGHTING is wicked on this gmc!!!
What is dynamic lighting?
Bought a Traverse RS 2 weeks ago, love it
I prefer the chevy displays over the gmc however the lack of a H.U.D is a glaring misstep on Chevy's part if anything it should at least be an available option. That H.U.D should be a standard SAFETY FEATURE on all models
GMC looks so much better from the outside.
Nah, I disagree greatly! It looks boring af on the outside...something from 5-10 years old looks the same where the Chevy looks like something brand new and very masculine for an SUV, almost "truck like".
Thank you bros... I've been waiting for this comparo. you just granted my wish. 😅❤
Exterior for me is Traverse (I don't like the big Denali badge at the back)
Interior design is Acadia except for *the infotainment system. I'm diggin the horizontal 17.7" from Traverse.
Next time the Z71 and AT4 variants. hehe. More sweet confections to your channel. God bless...
Great review-- I really like the luxury size, look and feel of the GMC Acadia Denali AWD.. Chrome grill and the Denali trim name along the back and the 22 inch wheels… it’s pricey but I like the size and its comfortability.. This helped me make a decision to order one today.
I would pick the GMC
GM really brought their game in terms of design of both of these. They no longer look like jellybellys and offed crisp, modern designs.
On the Chevy, the bold design does indeed standout in a sea of vanilla offerings for sure. My only wish is that the red interior accents were optional instead of mandatory, since they do seem to be a bit too liberally applied for my tastes. But I do appreciate the more streamlined screen orientation in the Chevy vs GMC.
On the GMC, what a massive quantum leap over the dullard that was previous model. With the style, presence, interior(especially), and tech are truly advanced. The only thing with the Acadia is I think its priced about $5K too expensive. There just doesn't seem to be $7500 worth of premium over the Chevy(no massaging seats, ventilated rear seats, rear seat infotainment, and both share Super Cruise).
@@hellkitty1014 My only question is *did you watch the review?* The GMC’s upgraded 16-speaker Bose performance audio system is worth $2,000 alone. The Acadia Denali has more expensive and luxurious materials throughout with real laser etched woods and authentic aluminum accents. The Chevy’s interior feels premium but it’s no where near the aesthetic of the Acadia Denali or Enclave.
The GMC also offers more technology like the large HUD and an upgraded adaptive suspension system is also included in this price difference. Certainly justifies a $5k-$6k price premium over the RS.
Hmm... mini Tahoe vs. mini Yukon. Both look great, but I like the Traverse styling slightly better. Besides, it's pretty much the same thing at a lower price. Either way, I have to say that GM is really on a roll with their SUV designs lately.
I'm a GMC guy and want all the features including HUD. Resale will offset the extra cost so that isn't a factor for me. Downsizing from a Yukon XL to the Acadia. We take delivery in a week. Very excited!! GM did a great job on the redesign for both.
You Guys describe the differences perfectly, sport vs luxury. I think you cant go wrong with either just depends on personal preference. I am a person who keeps my vehicles for quite a wile and I focus on keeping them in as much of new condition as I can, doing my own detailing work. One thing that I see as a con on the Traverse is all that piano black on the front. I don't see that aging well over time especially if you live in an area with a lot of bugs. I personally chose the Acadia. Pros and cons to both though. Thanks CarConfections again!
How is the sliding sunroof air deflector made? Is it still a screen like material like the Yukon or a solid actual deflector? Nobody ever shows it or discusses it. The screen deflector on the Yukon is worthless from a noise standpoint. Would like to see it displayed or discussed.
Not a fan of how thick those quarter panel pillars are on the Traverse... they could have figured a way to make the window flow into the D pillar without such a massive C pillar, really cuts third row visibility.
Overall, they both look sleek, although I think the Acadia looks just a little bit more my taste
I saw both and went with the 2024 Acadia Denali. Absolutely love it!
Absolutely love my Traverse RS!!!!
I wish they would have moved the Cadillac XT6 to this platform
Same…
Excellent video!
Never knew the average American salary doubled during COVID now everyone is buying $50000+ vehicles
Around 50k (48K) is now the average new car purchase in 2024 with 35K for used.
They are using the top trim levels for this comparison, but the Traverse starts at $37k, and the Acadia at $42k. Realistically, most of these will be selling in the $40's - about on par for the segment. Also consider these are almost as big as the previous gen (2020) Yukons and Tahoes. Not even sure these should be called "midsize" SUVs anymore.
If you don't need 3 rows, the 2025 Equinox/Terrain duo are being redesigned with similar styling to these two. Those are gonna start in the high $20's/low $30's. I'd say those are more for the "average" American with 2.5 kids. 😄 (Actually, I think it's less now.)
Not that large. Large would be a Suburban or a Yukon XL, Escalade.
Agree, my 22 Traverse Premiere Redline was 52k and change... Now when I go to leave again in 25, a Traverse RS is 57k, bc of 22 inch rims from 20, and a bigger radio screen and super cruise
GMC Acadia Denali all the way. Much nicer interior, and I also am not a fan of black wheels.
Instead of giving points for the larger screen you should give points for how easy /safe it is to use the screen.
@@djplonghead5403 both are equally intuitive and easy to use, both systems were designed by the same company, *Google.*
I just have a hard time getting past the red trim and striping on the seats in the Chevy Traverse RS.
I’d probably take the GMC. The designs they have been putting out are 👌🏽 and I kinda still can’t believe the Traverse doesn’t even offer LED tail lamps on any model except the RS trim😅
Yes they are led front and back
The taillamps on ALL TRIMS are LED... I have a Z71
The Denali interior is AMAZING
The only think I like better on the Traverse is the screen - I don't like the vertical screens and not sure how it affects the A/C flow as the vents look a tad strange
Love your car video
IMO the upcoming 2025 Buick Enclave ST looks the best (inside/out) of the three. Chevy needs to offer a High Country version. Hate all the cheap redness on the RS trim.
I’d describe it as sporty and not cheap
I kinda think the Acadia is the nicest inside. As for exterior the enclave looks great from the back. But the front end overhand is too big and the side looks awkward. Mostly because the third row windows are too small. Not sure why they want the make the car look smaller and sleeker. The traverse looks more brawny, muscular, and has more presence. Unfortunately its interior is the cheapest and doesn't offer a High Country with all the features/tech.
I did the form for Santa Fe and got zero invoice pricing. Great video.
Thanks! We will look into it and see what's going on
Traverse Top Trim RS comes with a Passenger Power Seating where Acadia gives in the Lowest Trim Elevation, that's a bummer but Traverse gets a 8 seater configuration and Acadia only comes in 7 Seater, rumor mill says 8 Seater is coming in Acadia as well may be for 2025 MY.
How do engine noise during aggressive acceleration compare between the new L4 vs former V6 engines. I.e. which one is more civilized and quiet during acceleration and not just during riding nicely at 55mph?
The previous V-6 engine was more refined and quieter when accelerating
Give me the Chevy all day that black gloss and black rims 🔥
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I will pick both
The Traverse’s tail lights remind me of the Toyota Sienna
You know I looked at the length of these two suvs and I found they’re the exact same size as the previous gen Tahoe and Yukon
Yes and since 2021 the Tahoe and Yukon grew again allowing for the Traverse & Acadia to grow filling the void.
Yep, but what's odd is the Traverse always had a dimensionally larger interior than the Tahoe(except width) and a wayyyy more hospitable 3rd row, up until 2021-current.
@hellkitty1014 Unibody construction and a transversally mounted engine does that. The Ford Maverick has a bit better interior volume than the outgoing Ranger, and the Jeep Renegade has more interior cargo space than the Jeep Wrangler (2 door)
@@AHungryHunky yep. GM lowered the floor of the Tahoe/Yukon/Escalade and raised the roof and they're at long last appropriately sized for the interior, given how large the exteriors have been. That IRS suspension did wonders.
That's a really great comparison. It was really helpful. thank you❤🎉😊
Glad you enjoyed the comparison, thanks!
Traverse RS in Atlanta, & Acadia Denali in South Carolina
I heard the traverse is bad on oil and is suseptible to engine problems worried cause I do lots of highway driving for work. Feedback?
This is a new engine so there's no evidence yet saying it would be unreliable (or reliable)
For the outgoing generation, I would take the Acadia. For this new generation, based on outside appearances alone I would take the Traverse. However fit and finish on the interior might sway me.
Edit: I forgot they put the stupid Tablet style infotainment in the Acadia. Chevy it is. Actually after seeing the maps on them, I'm thinking the vertical screen is more practical. Still would just prefer less screens in general.
Yes. A smaller but more practical screen is better than a large and useless screen.
Sure… it might say a 17 inch but if you take away climate, nav, and other information you are actually looking at a 15” screen. Toyotas 12.5” screen does not have the climate integrated in it so the 15.5” inch around a 12” screen after the nav is taken away.
A lot of new and fancy GM vehicles might have 30” screens but a lot of it is wasted space- headlight switches, blank area, etc.
my winner is going to have to be the Acadia because it works so much better compared to the Traverse where it looks way too complicated and overstyled and there's physical controls and I think the quality feels much better in the Acadia than it does in the Traverse this doesn't really surprise me though because I'm not been a big fan of the way Chevy products looked when they came out i like gmc better
No way I could justify $7k more for the GMC. I got the RS and nothing but incredible reviews from people who see it.
I’m taking the acdia
GMC for Luxury
I like GMC didnt follow in the direction of chevy and doing the split headlight setup. It makes it look more expensive than it is. However I will say as far as both vehicles are concerned, they dont sound the way they look.
Acadia 4 me ❤
0-60, how many seconds?
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I was not expecting the Travers to win
Me gusta mucho más el acadia denali 👍👍
throw the Plug In stuff in the Traverse and I'll buy it today
I was thinking about buying an Chevy Traverse. I really like the z71 trim but there is no ventilated seats and there is no way I will pay $10k more for RS trim just to get them, so NO THANK YOU :(
Still hard to compare to the Palisade or Telluride for quite a bit less money.
@@yamaha642 The *gm* twins are more spacious, have better build/material quality and both have better executed tech. Traverse and Acadia will also be more dependable. Have you heard of Hyundai’s latest DCT problems? It’s only “hard to compare” if you’re comfortable paying markups for Kia Tellurides.
Remember, these are the very top of the line trims. The Traverse, Telluride, and Palisade all start around $37k or so. The Acadia starts in the low $40's though. I'm thinking most sales of these will be mid-range trims in the mid-$40's. They're just using the maxed-out trims for review purposes.
But yeah, $58k/$65k is way overkill (bordering ridiculous) for a non-luxury midsize SUV, in my opinion. If I'm spending $65k on a GM, it's gonna be a full size Tahoe/Yukon, or something from Cadillac. But some people like the high trims, I guess.
@@G-Ratedthe palisade and telluride don’t have DCTs
I really dislike the red trim on all higher traverse models
Nothing a fancy cover from wish couldn’t fix 😅
ITS EITHER TRAVERSE RS OR YUKON DENALI ......traverse for badass remodel....or Yukon Denali for road presence and Denali badge. I dont think the masses view an Acadia as a luxury vehicle. I dont like the front grill of Acadia or how tailights look like mini yukon tail lights. I do like the light leather option and some aspects of the interior.....not a fan of the GMC screen
these are the same sizes as the 4th generation Tahoes and Yukons. And for that price it needs adaptive swiveling headlights
Yeah, I agree even non-cutting edge Toyota offers swivel headlamp on the Highlander
@@Ryan2022even our 2016 Buick has swivel headlights.
Although, most night reviewers have found it doesn’t improve visibility in most cases. Cornering lamps would be nice though.
Interesting in seeing how the Interior lighting is for a $61,000 GMC.
Once you get into the 40k price range ALL lights should be LED and there should be puddle lamp. Things like the Encore GX (top trim) and other 40k vehicles from GM lack LED interior lights.
@@djplonghead5403 swivel headlights, aren’t new. manufacturers have been doing some discontenting and using chip shortages as an excuse, which is ridiculous at this point. As far as your statements about what cars should have at certain price points good luck with that. General Motors has been on a roll. The last five years they sell every truck and SUV they make and their reliability ratings keep going up what has changed is they don’t offer discounts anymore and they no longer price their vehicles below the competition. This goes for GM and Jeep/RAM especially. You’re gonna pay for every little thing you’re not gonna get LED lights on every $50,000 vehicle. They’re going to pull some options off that used to be standard.
The traverse is sexy as heck the Acadia is cute
Small four-cylinder for a 3-ton vehicle is criminal
No V6 on both of them.
I want it
I’ll have it
Gm had the chance too put vented 2nd row n missed it n sunshades smh 65k
@@shawnharris7747 I’m pretty sure the $65k here is spent on the more expensive materials throughout the cabin instead of the budget going to a motorized second row seat to blow air up the back & some thin mesh sunshades.
The gotta fight for their rights to party
I don’t see that extra $8,000 for the GMC.
The interior looks the same. If I’m buying a more luxury car I expect a more difficult look of the car
Traverse is better
Both are severely underpowered for their size. They both increased significantly in size, but both shrank considerably down to a 4 cylinder. The 2024 Acadia we drove struggled to get up hills with our family of 4 in the SUV. The engine choice is very disappointing! The Yukon and Tahoe which are now not much bigger than the Traverse and Acadia are powered by V8's. Yes, I know EPA is pushing these manufacturers... but this is sad!
What kind of hills?
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I hate subscriptions.
After 3yrs yes. Lease it for 3yrs and it’s all good
The interior of the Traverse is hideous and I don't understand why they don't offer any other option.
People with kids, just buy a used minivan and invest the money instead in your children’s college fund. They will be more grateful to you
Turbo engines
The majority of the driving public do not know enough about engines, turbos, cubic inches, torque and horsepower to care. Just like an air compressor, the higher the pressure you run it the shorter the life of the pump, a car engine is a pump. Turbos pressurize the engine to falsely make it put out more power. The 4 cylinders lose power as they get more miles on them, there is no substitute for cubic inches, horsepower and torque. I have built engines and turbo's boost the pressure into the small engines creating more power at the expense of the life of the engine. Your maintenance cost will exponentially increase with a turbo when it fails. Any economy you may have gotten from the turbo will be totally lost on the replacement cost of the turbo. This vehicle is way too large/heavy for a 4 cylinder. A long list of gadgets will not negate the lack of power from a 4 cylinder, not to mention the turbo lag when you need all the power from the small 4 cylinder. GM has lost this customer. We have a 2017 ACADIA V-6, 34 MPG highway.
Interesting
Both are WAAAYYYY overpriced to be honest. Both have a 4 cylinder turbo engine which is horrible when they could have stuck with a traditional 6 cyclinder.
The rear window panel on the traverse looks ugly & weird, and flows more on the Acadia.
Just wish the Denali didn’t come with that ugly chrome grill
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The new palisade will blow these out the water watch 😂
Palisades are FUUUGLY... at least to me. Nice side profile, but the front and rear ends are absolutely hideous. No way could I drive something like that. To each their own though.
Ill take a v6 with 370 hp. Thank you. Those turbo 4 's wont last under towing over time
Turbos do not sound good while towing… neither do these transmissions.
Those engines under heavy load sound like 25k sedans. Shameful gm. You could do better there.
I like how people try to shift the blame to the EPA on that and say it’s not their fault it’s EPA regulations that’s right it’s EPA regulations that General Motors supports 100% and brags about. They are in bed with the EPA and it is disgusting.
They’re literally the same cars
Acadia 첫인상이 너무 못생겼어
16th👍
Absolutely love my Traverse RS!!!!