That is bad news. Unfortunately, transmission replacements are among the most costly repairs an SUV owner can make. You didn’t say what year your GMC Acadia is, but an Acadia transmission replacement typically costs between $4,000-$5,000+.

Depending upon the year and mileage of your Acadia, the question becomes: Should you replace your Acadia’s transmission with a new one or rebuilt one, or buy a new (or gently used) SUV to replace your Acadia? The chart below examines the Pros and Cons of each approach.

Options	Pros	Cons
Replace the transmission	Mechanics usually suggest SUV owners replace the transmission when there’s been a lot of damage to it. When replaced, it means you’ll get a new or refurbished one straight from the factory with the newest updates.	Depending upon the year of your Acadia—and its mileage—the replacement may be more costly than the value of your SUV.
Rebuild the transmission	Sometimes, a knowledgeable mechanic will suggest you rebuild the existing transmission. This cost may be far less than a replacement.	This may be a good choice, depending upon the value of your Acadia, but you should figure out the Kelly Blue Book value of your Acadia first.
Purchase a new SUV	A new SUV—or even just a newer SUV—will come with a good transmission, but it also has other components that are newer than the ones you have in your current SUV. You would likely be trading up.	Deciding about whether to purchase a new or used SUV often comes down to considerations of price. You should seek to discover whether your Acadia has any trade in value. If not, see what type of tax write off you can get from donating it to a charity.

Be sure to check whether your Acadia is still covered under GMC’s 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. If it is, you may be able to have the transmission replaced free of charge.

GMC Acadia owners often have car-related questions about such topics as an Acadia transmission replacement cost. They want to know how things work and whether repairs are worthwhile, so they can feel confident about making decisions instead of being confused.

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