2022 GMC ACADIA VS 2021 FORD EXPLORER

TECHNOLOGY BY YOUR SIDE: TEEN DRIVERS  

For parents with newly licensed teens, the ability to configure specific vehicle settings before your young adult gets behind the wheel can help set the mind at ease.

The 2022 GMC Acadia’s Teen Driver mode lets you limit or pause some features, and available safety systems can be set to turn on automatically. On top of that, you get an in-vehicle report card that breaks down driving patterns, allowing you to teach your new driver using precise examples. To view the report card, use the available infotainment screen.

In comparison, the 2021 Ford Explorer has the MyKey® technology feature that similarly allows you to configure your vehicle settings. The restricted mode is a great option to use with young drivers or any other driver who may need some help staying on track while behind the wheel.

However, MyKey® does not provide you with the convenient in-vehicle report card like the Teen Driver mode in the GMC Acadia. If viewing data that continually updates with each ride is pivotal for you, the Acadia is the way to go here.

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SAFETY: TRUSTED ONSTAR ®

When the Ford Explorer and the GMC Acadia go head-to-head on safety features, they appear comparable at first glance. For example, both come equipped with the Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) system.

However, the 2022 Acadia comes with standard OnStar®, the in-vehicle safety and security system you know and love. Along with that, the different available plans and 10 years of standard connectivity are hard to beat. GMC’s optional Connected Access also provides you with Vehicle Diagnostics, Dealer Maintenance Notifications, and more.

Although the Ford Explorer offers comparable safety features when it comes to things like parking assistance, stability control, and lane keeping help, it does not come with a safety service on par with OnStar®.

If this added safety feature is key for you, then the GMC Acadia is the best pick for you and your family.

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GMC Acadia Reviews

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INTERIOR DESIGN: 2022 ACADIA VS 2021 EXPLORER

The GMC Acadia’s interior offers available heated and ventilated perforated leather-appointed front seats, ensuring your comfort throughout any season. Ventilation is a life saver during a summer heatwave—no one likes peeling sweaty legs off a car cushion! Similarly, the 2021 Ford Explorer offers perforated leather front seats with accent stitching. Plus, you’ll also find the ability to add available heating and ventilation functionality.

The Acadia also comes with an Active Noise Cancellation feature, providing a calm interior experience behind the wheel. The Ford also offers a similar feature, so you’ll be able to enjoy the same great experience. Also under the sound umbrella, the Acadia offers an available Bose® premium audio system that will enhance your in-cabin listening abilities. While the Explorer also offers an upgraded sound system, it is not designed with Bose® technology.