The J.D. Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.
80
Out of 100
Quality & Reliability
Average
78/100
Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.
Driving Experience
Average
78/100
Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.
Resale
Great
81/100
J.D. Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.
Dealership Experience
Great
87/100
Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.
Measured owner satisfaction with 2018 GMC Terrain after 90-days of ownership.
Vehicle acceleration
The vehicle's navigation system
Interior storage spaces
Owners Don't Like
The problems experienced by owners of the 2018 GMC Terrain during the first 90-days of ownership.
Rear visibility
Vehicle maneuverability
Comfort of the 2nd row seats
Performance Specs
MPG City
21 - 28
MPG Hwy
26 - 39
Horsepower
137 - 252
Transmission
6 speed, Automatic, 9 speed, Automatic
Engine
Turbo Diesel I4, Turbo Gas/Ethanol I4
Drivetrain
All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Available Trims
2018 GMC Terrain Review
Overview
Want a big helping of technology to go with your compact SUV? Look no further than the GMC Terrain. It comes with a side of turbocharged power and room for five. Choose from four models: SL SLE SLT and the rang-topping Denali. Three turbocharged engines are available—two gas and one diesel. Towing a trailer? Going off-road or through snow? GMC’s Traction Select System delivers increased traction and control. The Terrain’s Electronic Precision Shift System uses buttons to control the transmission—no bulky shifter in the center console means more space to put stuff. And all the passenger seats fold flat even the one up front. That means lots of room for lots of things in lots of shapes. Need to make a phone call? Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility are standard. So is a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot capability. And Teen Driver parental controls. Driver-assist features like lane-keep assist and surround-vision are available too. Choose from a variety of colors options and accessories and build a Terrain that’s all yours. The GMC Terrain. The professional-grade compact SUV.
Technology
The GMC Terrain is so loaded with technology it comes with up to six USB ports—for five passengers! Apple CarPlay Android Auto compatibility 4G Wi-Fi hotspot capability—it’s all standard. So is the myGMC mobile app which lets you start your Terrain lock and unlock the doors find it in a parking lot and more—all from your smartphone wherever you happen to be. And with keyless entry you don’t even have to get out your key to unlock the doors and start the engine. The GMC Terrain. The smart compact SUV.
Safety
The GMC Terrain is built to protect you. Its body structure uses high-strength steel to help prevent penetration into the passenger compartment. Six airbags form an inflatable cocoon around you and your passengers. Collapsible pedals protect the driver’s legs from injury. The Teen Driver system lets parents set driving parameters—and generates a report card that shows what their kids are doing behind the wheel. And of course driver-assist features like lane-keep assist and surround-vision are available too. The GMC Terrain. The safer compact SUV.
Performance
With three turbocharged engines to choose from there’s a GMC Terrain ready to take just about anyone anywhere. A 1.6-liter turbodiesel maximizes efficiency and a two-liter gas engine lets you tow up to thirty-five-hundred pounds—and gets up to 28 miles per gallon on the highway. No matter which engine you pick selectable all-wheel drive is available. Use the Traction Select System to choose all-wheel-drive mode when you need it—or to disconnect the back wheels when you don’t. The GMC Terrain. It’s the smart compact SUV.