By the Rims & Tires Team
Compiled & reviewed by our West Georgia tire & wheel research team · Updated 2026-07-24
The GMC Acadia is a mid-size three-row crossover based on the same C1XX platform as the Chevy Traverse and Buick Enclave. It competes against the Honda Pilot, Toyota Highlander, and Kia Telluride. Tire selection should focus on long wear, quiet highway ride, and all-season competence for family use.
GMC Acadia tire sizes
The 2017-2023 Acadia SL/SLE base trims use 245/65R17 on 17-inch wheels. The SLE and SLT can also be equipped with 235/65R18, and the Denali runs 235/55R20 on 20-inch wheels. The redesigned 2024+ Acadia grew substantially: Elevation and Denali run 255/55R20 or 275/45R22, and the off-road AT4 runs 265/65R18. Verify on the driver door sticker.
The Acadia was downsized for 2017, then grew again with the 2024 redesign — tire sizes differ across all three generations, so match your model year before ordering.
Best tires for the GMC Acadia
Continental CrossContact LX25 (235/65R18) — the quietest all-season for the Acadia SLT and Denali. Outstanding wet traction, 70,000-mile warranty, and very low road noise. Best for Acadia owners who prioritize family ride quality.
Michelin Premier LTX (245/65R17, 235/65R18) — excellent wet weather safety pick for the Acadia. EverGrip technology with widening rain grooves. Best for Acadia owners who regularly drive through rain.
Michelin Defender LTX M/S (245/65R17) — the best long-wear option for the Acadia SLE on 17-inch. Excellent wet performance, 70,000-mile warranty, quiet ride. Best for high-mileage Acadia family drivers.
Continental CrossContact LX25 (245/65R17) — also available in the 17-inch size for Acadia SLE owners who want maximum quiet.
Frequently asked
What tire size does the GMC Acadia use?
2017-2023: SL/SLE (17-inch) 245/65R17, SLT (18-inch) 235/65R18, Denali (20-inch) 235/55R20. 2024+: Elevation and Denali 255/55R20 or 275/45R22, AT4 265/65R18. Verify on the driver door sticker.
How much do GMC Acadia tires cost?
245/65R17: $150 to $230 per tire. 235/65R18: $165 to $250 per tire. A full set of four on 17-inch installed runs $600 to $920.
How do I know when my Acadia needs new tires?
Check the tread with a penny — if the top of Lincoln's head shows, you're due. Watch for sidewall cracks, uneven wear, and the SUV feeling loose in the rain, which matters more with a family aboard. Age counts too: rubber hardens over the years, so have a shop check tires more than a few years old even when the tread looks okay.
Should I replace all four tires at once on my Acadia?
On an AWD Acadia, matched tread depth all around keeps the system happy, so four at a time is the safe default. On a front-wheel-drive Acadia you can replace in pairs on the same axle if the others still have real life left. When you're unsure, a shop can measure all four and tell you honestly whether two will do.
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Last updated 2026-07-24. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.