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GMC Acadia Depreciation Calculator

Calculate the GMC Acadia depreciation rate by year, mileage, and country — with accident-history adjustments and a year-by-year depreciation chart.

The GMC Acadia is a midsize three-row SUV that competes in a crowded family-hauler segment. Depreciation is average-to-slightly-steep for the class, with the all-new 2024+ generation retaining value better than the outgoing smaller model. Resale is strongest on Denali and AT4 trims with AWD.

1-year depreciation
21%
5-year retention
48%
MSRP
$43,995–$59k
Avg mi / year
14,000

Depreciation inputs

Depreciation during your 5-year ownership
$26,649
-52%
Value at purchase
$51,248
Brand new
Value when you sell
$24,599
5y / 60,000 mi
Depreciation / year
$5,330
Depreciation / mi
$0.44
T1XX
3rd generation · started 2024

Current generation — no successor has launched yet.

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Year-by-year depreciation

Depreciation rate per year, based on an MSRP of $51,248

Age Value % Retained Annual depreciation
New $51,248 100%
Year 1 $40,486 79% -$10,762 (21%)
Year 2 $35,361 69% -$5,125 (12.7%)
Year 3 $31,261 61% -$4,100 (11.6%)
Year 4 $27,674 54% -$3,587 (11.5%)
Year 5 $24,599 48% -$3,075 (11.1%)
Year 6 $22,037 43% -$2,562 (10.4%)
Year 7 $19,474 38% -$2,563 (11.6%)
Year 8 $17,424 34% -$2,050 (10.5%)
Year 9 $15,374 30% -$2,050 (11.8%)
Year 10 $13,837 27% -$1,537 (10%)

GMC Acadia depreciation by country

The same car depreciates at different rates in different markets. Here's how the GMC Acadia depreciation rate changes across the seven major markets we track.

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United States
Baseline

Baseline market. The Acadia sells in steady volume, with Denali and AT4 trims holding value best. Fleet and rental exposure on base trims puts mild downward pressure on 2–3 year resale.

Currency: USD Unit: mi
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Canada
+2% retention

Popular family SUV in Canada, especially AWD configurations in Ontario, Quebec, and Alberta. Cold-climate demand for three-row AWD keeps retention slightly above US levels.

Currency: CAD Unit: km
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United Kingdom
-22% retention

Not officially sold in the UK — only grey-import examples exist. Parts and service difficulty mean depreciation is steep and resale is thin.

Currency: GBP Unit: mi
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Europe
-24% retention

No factory presence in Europe and the large body style is poorly suited to European cities. Depreciation is severe on the few imported units.

Currency: EUR Unit: km
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Saudi Arabia
+8% retention

Officially sold across the GCC and well-liked for its size, V6 power, and AC performance. Denali trims hold value strongly in Saudi Arabia's used market.

Currency: SAR Unit: km
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India
-28% retention

Not officially sold in India; effectively no local presence. Any grey-import unit would face severe depreciation due to parts and tax challenges.

Currency: INR Unit: km
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Australia
-18% retention

Not sold through GMC in Australia, though similar Holden Acadia variants were offered until 2020. Holden-badged examples depreciate faster post-brand shutdown due to residual uncertainty.

Currency: AUD Unit: km

GMC Acadia depreciation after an accident

An accident on a vehicle's history permanently increases its depreciation rate, even after perfect repairs. Here's how much extra depreciation each severity level adds to a GMC Acadia.

Minor accident
+8% depreciation

Paintwork, bumper scuffs, non-structural repairs. Disclosed on history reports but limited resale impact.

Moderate accident
+18% depreciation

Panel replacement, airbag deployment, meaningful CARFAX entry. Significantly accelerates depreciation.

Major accident
+33% depreciation

Frame damage, flood, salvage title. Permanent depreciation hit even after full restoration.

This "diminished value" is the extra depreciation a car carries after an accident. Insurance rarely reimburses it — our calculator bakes it into every depreciation estimate.

GMC Acadia FAQ

How much does a GMC Acadia depreciate per year?
A GMC Acadia typically depreciates about 21% in the first year and 8–10% per year after that. By year 5, the Acadia retains roughly 48% of its original MSRP, which is slightly below the midsize SUV average of around 50–52%. Denali and AT4 trims depreciate a bit slower due to stronger used-market demand.
What is a GMC Acadia worth after 5 years?
A $48,000 Acadia SLT bought new will typically be worth around $23,000 after 5 years and 70,000 miles. A Denali purchased at $55,000 usually retains closer to $27,000 in the same window. Clean service history and AWD add roughly 4–6% to these figures.
Does the Acadia depreciate faster than the Chevy Traverse?
The two SUVs share platforms and depreciate at similar rates, but the Acadia tends to retain about 1–2% more value at the 5-year mark thanks to GMC's more premium positioning. Denali trims widen that gap further, while base Acadia trims trail the better-equipped Traverse LT and RS models.
How much does an accident affect a GMC Acadia's resale value?
A minor accident on a Carfax report reduces Acadia resale by roughly 8%, while a moderate collision drops value by about 18%. A major accident with structural repairs can cut resale by 33% or more, and the diminished-value hit remains even after professional repairs.
Which GMC Acadia trim has the best depreciation profile?
The AT4 trim currently posts the strongest retention, losing about 3% less value than the segment average over 5 years thanks to its rugged styling and limited supply. Denali holds its dollar value well but depreciates a slightly higher percentage due to its higher MSRP. Base Elevation trims retain a solid percentage but have the lowest absolute resale price.

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