GMC gives Acadia the Denali treatment

GMC is giving the Acadia crossover the Denali treatment, creating a new top trim level for the model lineup.

The Acadia Denali goes on sale in fall 2010.

Changes to the Acadia to create the Denali version include a chrome mesh grille, 20-inch wheels and tires, and redesigned front and rear bumper fascia.

Luxury touches layered on the interior include heated and cooled leather seats and wood-grain inserts on the leather-wrapped steering wheel. The Acadia Denali will have front-drive and four-wheel-drive versions. Power comes from a 3.6-liter V6 rated at 288 hp.

By Bob Gritzinger