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GMC Terrain

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This article is about the GMC Terrain sold since 2010 in North America and 2011 in the Middle East. For the GMC Terrain sold in the Middle East between 2008 and 2010, see Opel Antara.
GMC Terrain
Overview
ManufacturerGeneral Motors
ProductionAugust 2009 – present
Model years2010–present
Body and chassis
ClassMid-size crossover SUV (2010–2017)
Compact crossover SUV (2018–present)
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive
Chronology
PredecessorGMC Envoy
Pontiac Torrent
GMC Terrain (for variant of Opel Antara, Middle East)
Isuzu Ascender 5-passenger

The GMC Terrain is a crossover SUV by American manufacturer General Motors under its GMC marque. Sharing its platform with the Chevrolet Equinox, the first-generation Terrain was built on GM's Theta platform,[1] while the second-generation model is currently built on the Delta platform. The Terrain is the smallest GMC vehicle, slotted below the Acadia. It also indirectly replaced the Pontiac Torrent which was typically sold via the same dealers prior to General Motors dropping the Pontiac brand.[2]

First generation (2010)

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First generation
Overview
ProductionAugust 10, 2009 – 2017
Model years2010–2017
AssemblyCanada: Ingersoll, Ontario (CAMI Assembly)
Body and chassis
Body style5-door SUV
PlatformGM Theta platform/GMT177
RelatedChevrolet Equinox
Cadillac SRX
Powertrain
Engine2.4 L LAF or LEA I4
3.0 L LF1 or LFW V6[1]
3.6 L LFX V6[3]
Transmission6-speed automatic
I4 Models 6T45
V6 Models 6T70
Dimensions
Wheelbase112.5 in (2,858 mm)[1]
Length2010–2012: 185.3 in (4,707 mm)
2013–2017: 187.8 in (4,770 mm)
Width72.8 in (1,849 mm)
Height66.3 in (1,684 mm)

The 2010 Terrain debuted in April 2009 at the New York International Auto Show, introduced as a replacement for the Pontiac Torrent, which ended production after GM shut down the Pontiac brand in 2010. Although the preceding Pontiac Torrent had the same Theta platform, the Torrent was a rebadged version of the original Chevrolet Equinox from 2005 to 2009, while GM decided to differ the look of the Chevrolet Equinox with its 2010 Terrain and still use the Theta platform. Early 2010 models had the GM Mark of Excellence logo applied on the sides of the vehicle.

The Terrain initially came in SLE and SLT trims. For the 2013 model year, a Denali trim was added, featuring additional chrome trim and slightly improved interior quality, the optional 3.6-liter SIDI V6 that is shared with the 2012 Cadillac SRX, and firmer front struts. The Denali also offered cross-traffic detection, blind-spot warning, and a power passenger seat as options.[3] A low-end SL trim was added for 2015, which was only available with front-wheel drive and the 2.4L Ecotec engine.

2016 refresh

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For 2016, the GMC Terrain received a facelift as part of its first mid-cycle refresh along with the Equinox. The refreshed version debuted at the 2015 New York International Auto Show. The refresh consisted of new front and rear fascias, new grille, a power dome hood, LED daytime running lights, new wheels, a new gear selector, a second storage shelf under the dashboard (in the place of the discontinued CD player), as well as the deletion of the door lock buttons from the dashboard.[4]

For 2017, GMC introduced the Terrain Nightfall edition, replacing chrome with gloss-black finish on the grille surround, the front and rear fascia accents, the license-plate surround, mirror caps, and roof rack, as well as charcoal grille inserts and darkened headlights pulled from the Terrain Denali. The Terrain Nightfall came with revised rims with machined faces and black spokes. The Terrain Nightfall trim was available on the SLE-2 and SLT trim levels and was available only in Onyx Black, Summit White, Graphite Gray, and Crimson Red.[5]

  • 2013 GMC Terrain Denali
    2013 GMC Terrain Denali
  • 2016 GMC Terrain SLE
    2016 GMC Terrain SLE
  • 2017 Terrain SLT Nightfall Edition
    2017 Terrain SLT Nightfall Edition
  • Interior
    Interior

Engines

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The first-generation Terrain was powered by a choice of two engines, a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder and a V6 engine that was upgraded from 3.0 liters of displacement to 3.6 liters for 2013.

Years Engine Power Torque Availability
2010–2011 2.4 L Ecotec LAF I4 182 hp (136 kW; 185 PS) 172 lb⋅ft (233 N⋅m; 24 kg⋅m) All models
2012–2017 2.4 L Ecotec LEA I4 182 hp (136 kW; 185 PS) 172 lb⋅ft (233 N⋅m; 24 kg⋅m) All models
2010–2012 3.0 L High Feature LF1/LFW V6 264 hp (197 kW; 268 PS) 222 lb⋅ft (301 N⋅m; 31 kg⋅m) Optional on SLE and SLT
2013–2017 3.6 L High Feature LFX V6 301 hp (224 kW; 305 PS) 272 lb⋅ft (369 N⋅m; 38 kg⋅m) Optional on SLE, SLT, and Denali

Notes:

  • All four-cylinder models have a single rear exhaust port, while all V6 models have dual rear exhaust ports.
  • All ratings are on regular gasoline.

Natural gas version

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Natural Gas GMC Terrain at the NGVA Show in Atlanta November, 2013

In 2013, Nat G CNG Solutions in Houston, Texas, and AGA Systems in Salt Lake City, Utah, began offering a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) version of the Terrain and the Chevrolet Equinox using the 2.4L Direct Injection engine. The natural gas version is a "bi-fuel" CNG vehicle, meaning it runs on either gasoline or natural gas, giving it extended range. The Terrain/Equinox were the first direct injection natural gas vehicles ever approved by the US EPA.[6]

The CNG version was available for newly purchased Terrains through select dealers or as a retrofit on 2013 and 2014 models. Nat G CNG Solutions offered the vehicle in two options: a two-seater cargo version and a five-seat passenger version. The cargo version had an 837-mile (1,347 km) combined gasoline/natural gas highway range (9.2 gge of CNG), while the passenger version had a 775-mile (1,247 km) combined highway range (6.8 gge of CNG).

  • Interior of 5 Seat "Passenger Version" from Nat G CNG Solutions and AGA Systems
    Interior of 5 Seat "Passenger Version" from Nat G CNG Solutions and AGA Systems
  • Loaded interior of "Cargo Version" from Nat G CNG Solutions and AGA Systems
    Loaded interior of "Cargo Version" from Nat G CNG Solutions and AGA Systems
  • Interior of "Cargo Version" from Nat G CNG Solutions and AGA Systems
    Interior of "Cargo Version" from Nat G CNG Solutions and AGA Systems

The companies claimed that the natural gas version had tested at the EPA lab at 31 mpg‑US (7.6 L/100 km) highway on natural gas and had achieved a Bin 3 emissions equivalent to the Toyota Prius.[6]

Silver Eagle Distributors, L.P., the nation's largest distributor of Anheuser-Busch products,[7] was the launch customer for the natural gas version with an initial order of up to 100 of the natural gas versions.

Recall

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In March 2022, General Motors recalled over 740,000 GMC Terrain models made from 2010 to 2017 for headlights being excessively bright. In October 2022, General Motors issued a fix for the recall by thoroughly cleaning the headlights and applying a translucent decal on the headlight.[8][9]

Safety

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The 2010 model year Terrain was awarded "Top Safety Pick" by IIHS, it received the highest-possible rollover protection rating of Good and achieved the Good rating for the roof strength test because its roof can withstand a force equal to four times the vehicle's weight. [10]

IIHS scores (2010)[11]
Moderate overlap front (original test) Good
Side (original test) Good
Roof strength Good
Head restraints and seats Good

Second generation (2018)

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Second generation
Overview
Production2017–2024
Model years2018–2024
AssemblyMexico: San Luis Potosí, San Luis Potosí (San Luis Potosí Assembly)
Body and chassis
PlatformGM D2XX
Related
Powertrain
Engine
  • 1.5 L LYX turbo I4 (2018–2022)
  • 1.5 L LSD turbo I4 (2023–2024)
  • 2.0 L LTG turbo I4 (2018–2020)
  • 1.6 L LH7 turbo-diesel I4
(2018–2019)
Transmission
  • 9T45 9-speed automatic (1.5 L)
  • 9T50 9-speed automatic (2.0 L)
  • 6T45 6-speed automatic (diesel)
Dimensions
Wheelbase107.3 in (2,725 mm)
Length183.1 in (4,652 mm)
Width72.6 in (1,843 mm)
Height65.4 in (1,661 mm)
Curb weight3,327 lb (1,509 kg) (1.5 L FWD)

On January 8, 2017, the second-generation GMC Terrain was unveiled at the 2017 North American International Auto Show as a 2018 model. The second generation went on sale in Summer 2017 and was available with three turbocharged four-cylinder engine choices, including a diesel option. The headlamps and taillamps now featured LED lighting accents, and the top-of-the-line GMC Terrain Denali was exclusively available with the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and dual chrome exhaust tips.

With this generation, the interior is quite different from the contemporary Chevrolet Equinox, with all models featuring a folding front passenger seat to accommodate items up to eight feet long, an exclusive switch-based transmission shifter, under-console pass-through storage area, and a storage compartment above the glove box. Standard technology features include a larger Driver Information Center screen, seven-inch touch-screen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability, four USB ports (including one Type-C port), keyless open and start (including passive entry on all doors), traction selection system, active grille shutters, and rear-seat reminder. SLE and SLT diesel models receive more standard features than their gas-powered counterparts.[12]

  • Rear view
    Rear view
  • GMC Terrain Denali
    GMC Terrain Denali

2022 refresh

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In February 2020, General Motors unveiled a refreshed version of the GMC Terrain; it was initially planned to go on sale in mid-2020 for the 2021 model year, but production issues and the COVID-19 recession led General Motors to cancel the GMC Terrain facelift in March 2020. General Motors confirmed that the GMC Terrain refresh would instead go on sale in Summer 2021 for the 2022 model year along with refreshed versions of the Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse, and Buick Enclave.[13]

  • 2022 GMC Terrain
    2022 GMC Terrain
  • Interior
    Interior

Safety

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IIHS scores (2021)[14]
Small overlap front (Driver) Good
Small overlap front (Passenger) Good
Moderate overlap front Good
Side (original test) Good
Side (updated test) Marginal
Roof strength Good
Head restraints and seats Good
Headlights Poor
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Vehicle) Superior
Front crash prevention (Vehicle-to-Pedestrian, day) Advanced
IIHS scores (2022)[15]
Small overlap front (Driver) Good
Small overlap front (Passenger) Good
Moderate overlap front Good
Side (original test) Good
Side (updated test) Marginal
Roof strength Good
Head restraints and seats Good

Third generation (2025)

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GMC unveiled the third-generation Terrain on August 12, 2024.[16]

Sales

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Calendar year Sales (US)
2009[17] 14,033
2010[18] 60,519
2011[18] 83,179
2012 97,786
2013[19] 99,525
2014[20] 105,016
2015[21] 112,030
2016[22] 87,925
2017[23] 85,441
2018[24] 114,314
2019[25] 101,470
2020[26] 86,020
2021[27] 47,488
2022[28] 86,567
2023[29] 71,857

References

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  2. ^ General Motors (2010-03-02). "Sales and Production Release February 2010". Retrieved 2011-04-19.
  3. ^ Truett, Richard (March 31, 2015). "GMC Terrain undergoes facelift for 2016". Auto News. autonews.com. Retrieved April 9, 2015.
  4. ^ Turkus, Brandon (March 21, 2016). "GMC Terrain Nightfall Edition is murdered-out for the masses". Autoblog. Retrieved March 25, 2016.
  5. ^ a b Piellisch, Rich. "Nat G CNG for New GM Crossovers". Fleets and Fuels.com. Archived from the original on 19 April 2014. Retrieved 2 December 2013.
  6. ^ John L. Nau
  7. ^ Holderith, Peter (October 13, 2022). "GMC Terrain Headlight Recall Fix Is Just a Piece of Tape". The Drive. thedrive.com.
  8. ^ Scott, Victoria (March 22, 2022). "740,000 GMC Terrains Recalled for Headlights That Are Way Too Bright". The Drive. thedrive.com.
  9. ^ Tutu, Andrei (2010-06-03). "2010 GMC Terrain Awarded IIHS Top Safety Pick". autoevolution. Retrieved 2024-07-09.
  10. ^ "2010 GMC Terrain 4-door SUV". IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety. Retrieved 2024-07-09.
  11. ^ "2018 GMC Terrain Brochure" (PDF).
  12. ^ "2022 GMC Terrain Info, Specs, Wiki | GM Authority".
  13. ^ "2021 GMC Terrain 4-door SUV". IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety.
  14. ^ "2022 GMC Terrain 4-door SUV". IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety.
  15. ^ Smith, Christopher (2024-08-12). "2025 GMC Terrain: This Is It". Motor1.com. Retrieved 2024-08-13.
  16. ^ "General Motors 2009 Calendar Year Sales" (PDF). General Motors. Archived from the original (PDF) on October 19, 2011.
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  23. ^ "GM's U.S. Crossover Sales Topped 1 million in 2018".
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  25. ^ "GM 2020 Sales Far Outperform the U.S. Industry in Fourth Quarter and Calendar Year".
  26. ^ "Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Deliver GM's 2nd Consecutive Year of Full-Size Pickup Sales Leadership in 2021".
  27. ^ "GM Delivers a Year of Firsts". GM Pressroom. 2023-01-04. Retrieved 2023-01-06.
  28. ^ "U.S. Q4 and Full-Year Sales: GM Delivers Another Year of Firsts". GM Pressroom. 2024-01-04. Retrieved 2024-01-05.
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