The attractively boxy, assertive look given off by the 2023 GMC Terrain belies the fact that its features and performance fail to produce a winning package in the ever-competitive compact crossover market. All the Terrain models feel a little malnourished, a result of the universally equipped and less-than-enthusiastic 175-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The spacious and welcoming interior is held back by modest equipment and merely average material quality. Five horsepower, bringing the total output from its 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder to 175 horsepower. Two new paint colors are being added this year, along with redesigned 19-inch wheels. The Terrain provides its passengers with a comfortable, cosseting ride. Although the softly sprung suspension is a boon on long highway drives, the comfort-oriented setup drains the compact crossover of driver engagement once the tarmac gets twisty. Likewise, the direct but syrupy steering, which provides effortless turn-in at low speeds, proves as uninformative as a mob boss in a police interrogation room.
Easy to operate and quick to respond to commands, Terrain’s infotainment system benefits from clear graphics, logical menus, and the latest in-car connectivity features. Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an onboard Wi-Fi hotspot are all standard. An in-dash navigation system is standard on the top Denali and is available on other models
Features:
- Gasoline
- 4 Doors
- 5 Seats
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Aux Input
- Back-Up Camera
- Blind Spot Warning
- Bluetooth
- Keyless Entry
- EST MPG: 24 City / 29 Hwy
- ENGINE:1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder engine
- TRANSMISSION: Automatic
- FWD
- 175 hp