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id: what-engine-does-the-2025-gmc-acadia-have-and-how-does-it-perform
title: "What engine does the 2025 GMC Acadia have, and how does it perform?"
category: faq
subtopic: acadia-power
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.markquartmotors.com/research/gmc/acadia-vs-competition.htm"
tags: ["GMC Acadia", "engine", "performance", "power"]
questions:
  - "What's the horsepower on a 2025 GMC Acadia?"
  - "How much torque does the Acadia have?"
  - "Can the GMC Acadia tow?"
  - "What engine is in the 2025 Acadia?"
related: [acadia-vs-highlander, acadia-vs-explorer, acadia-trims]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2025 GMC Acadia is powered by a 2.5L turbocharged engine that delivers 328 horsepower and 326 lb-ft of torque across all trims. That's genuinely impressive for a midsize SUV-it outpaces rivals like the Toyota Highlander (265 hp) and Ford Explorer (300 hp) in the base trims. The Acadia also handles up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity, paired with Active Torque Control AWD, so you can confidently haul gear for weekend adventures or serious work. The AT4 trim takes it further with off-road-tuned suspension and all-terrain tires for tricky terrain. Ready to test the power yourself? Call us at (715) 833-0444 or browse our current 2025 Acadia inventory to schedule a test drive at Markquart Motors in Chippewa Falls, WI.