Overall Rating:
Completely redesigned for the 2018 model year, the second-generation GMC Terrain trades the prior model’s blocky styling and available V-6 engine for svelte—albeit somewhat polarizing—looks and a trio of turbocharged four-cylinder engines, including a fuel-efficient turbo-diesel. On the road, the Terrain prioritizes comfort over driver engagement, and its refined chassis provides the smooth serenity of a luxury vehicle.
Although its wheelbase has shrunk by 5.2 inches, the new Terrain remains impressively roomy. Its interior build quality, however, leaves much to be desired, and its value proposition is sullied by pricing that puts it at the costlier end of the compact-crossover segment.
What’s New for 2018?
Everything. The Terrain is completely redesigned for 2018. Smaller and lighter than its predecessor, the latest Terrain is sized to compete directly in the compact-crossover segment (the prior Terrain fell midway between the compact and mid-size classes). Accompanying its overhauled chassis and new styling are a trio of turbocharged four-cylinder engines. A 170-hp turbocharged 1.5-liter inline-four is standard, and shoppers can opt for either a 252-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four or a 137-hp turbo-diesel 1.6-liter inline-four.
Trims and Options We’d Choose
GMC charges a pretty penny to purchase a Terrain relative to its competition, which is why our ideal Terrain would be the lower-level SLE model, priced at $28,895 (add $1700 for all-wheel drive), which includes such niceties as:
• A 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
• A proximity key with push-button start
• High-intensity-discharge headlamps
On top of this we’d add the $890 Driver Alert package, which includes a blind-spot monitor, rear cross-traffic alert, rear parking sensors, and heated exterior mirrors. Opting for the Driver Alert package, though, requires also checking the box for the $1375 Driver Convenience package (power driver’s seat, heated front seats, remote start, dual-zone automatic climate control, and roof rails). Finally, we’d also add the power programmable rear liftgate ($400), bringing the total price of our Summit White Terrain—all other colors add $395 or $495 to the bill—up to $31,160.
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