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Overview
Sentiment is sharply divided by generation and is heavily influenced by powertrain reliability. For the 2024+ redesign (2025-2026 model years), owner sentiment is cautiously positive, praising its spacious interior, comfortable ride, modern
Best version
For the 2024+ generation, the Denali trim is frequently mentioned as the preferred version for maximizing feature content, including Super Cruise, a digital rearview mirror, heads-up display, massage seats, and advanced parking assist. Howe
Known issues
*Engine failures (3.6L V6) — Catastrophic failure due to oil pickup tube clogging and cam failures, particularly in 2010-2015 models around 80,000-100,000 miles. Frequency: very frequent for older generations. · *Transmission failures — Complete transmission failure reported around 100,000 miles on a 2017 model; transmission issues and "known transmission problems" cited as a deal-breaker for 2017-2023 models; early reliability issues with the 2024+ generation's transmission. Frequency: very frequent.
Generation
Version
3.6 V6 (310 Hp) AWD Automatic
From 2020-2026
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