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2026 GMC

Terrain FWD

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 1.5 L, Turbo

GMC Terrain: best and worst years
2026 GMC Terrain FWD (photo 1 of 4)

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Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
28 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG City
26 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
MPG Comb
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Fuel $/yr
$2,500EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
CO₂
329 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Dimensions & capacity

Doors
4NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Length
181 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Width
74 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Height
66 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Wheelbase
107 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
Curb Weight
3,446 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026
GVWR class
Class 1C (4,001 to 5,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
33
Reported injuries
1

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup cameraStandard

Driver assist

  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorStandard
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Push-button startStandard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER18%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE12%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM10%
  • POWER TRAIN10%
  • SUSPENSION10%
  • SERVICE BRAKES8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 50 total.

GMC Terrain: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.