The 2018 GMC Terrain is a compact SUV that offers a couple of upgraded turbocharged engine options along with a full suite of active safety features. Smooth handling and great control don’t even begin to describe its ride quality as it features a wide variety of impressive performance features that stand out and make it a true adventure vehicle.
The all-new GMC Terrain is lighter in weight to further enhance the performance of the vehicle and make it truly irresistible. Its exceptionally stylish exterior helps the vehicle in grabbing the attention of SUV enthusiasts, while its premium interior ensures that luxury enthusiasts will want this SUV for its many comfort and convenience features.
Available at an affordable price in the UAE, the 2018 GMC Terrain comes with a brand new infotainment system with plenty of new technologies to ensure that every ride in this compact SUV is entertaining. Of course, in true GMC fashion, the 2018 Terrain is available in a high-performance Denali trim as well.
Here is a review of the 2018 GMC Terrain with a closer look at its design, performance, upgrades, active safety feature suite and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 GMC Terrain
The designers at GMC have given attention to every single detail so that this SUV can be as stylish as possible. The exterior is now sportier, while the interior is designed to be comfortable and luxurious for all five occupants.
Exterior
Stylish and stunning, the exterior of the 2018 GMC Terrain has been designed to grab the attention of onlookers. It looks elegant and sportier than before, thanks to the new design elements that have been added to enhance the exterior appeal.
The front of the vehicle features a sculpted grille that stands out and invites onlookers to take a closer look at its commanding and authoritative design. Every trim level has its own distinctive grille so that it is easily identifiable from the very first look.
Flanking the grille on the sides are the signature C-shaped HID LED headlamps that look exquisite and provide brilliant visibility to the driver in all weather conditions. The vehicle appears incredibly sporty from the sides, thanks to the floating roof design that takes the look of the vehicle to the next level. The fenders are arching out and muscular while the sharp line just below the windows gives the vehicle an edgy look from the sides.
The 2018 GMC Terrain is fitted with 17-inch silver painted aluminum wheels, with the option of 18-inch and 19-inch wheels in various designs and accents. The wheels are fitted with all-season blackwall tyres on all trim levels.
From the rear, the vehicle has retained the signature GMC Terrain look with the signature C-shaped LED taillights. The rear of the 2018 GMC Terrain is very bold, all thanks to the muscular curves and smooth lines that make the rear end dynamic.
The exterior of the 2018 GMC Terrain is available in 6 metallic colors (Quicksilver, Ebony Twilight, Graphite Gray, Blue Steel, Stain Steel and Coppertino) and two exclusive colors (Red Quartz Tintcoat and Summit White).
The perfect vehicle for every Tinseltown. #GMCTerrain #Denali pic.twitter.com/N3lDI6DGux
— GMC (@ThisIsGMC) December 24, 2017
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Interior
Flawlessly classy and undeniably luxurious, the interior of the 2018 GMC Terrain incorporates the sportiness of the exterior into the cabin to bring a sense of synergy in the overall design. The designers at GMC have blended first-class comfort with bold styling to create a cabin that offers the best the brand has to offer.
To maximize the comfort and enhance the ride experience for the occupants, the designers have covered the cabin with soft-touch materials and real aluminum trim to give it a premium appearance. A leather-wrapped steering wheel is standard on all trim levels.
All seats in the 2018 GMC Terrain are trimmed with premium cloth. The front of the cabin has 4-way manually adjustable bucket seats while the rear of the cabin has 60/40 split folding rear seats that can be folded down to increase the cargo capacity of the vehicle.
Along with an air conditioning system, the 2018 GMC Terrain also comes with a humidity sensor that will adjust the temperature of the cabin according to the preference of the passengers. As for in-cabin convenience features, the 2018 GMC Terrain has 3.5-inch monochromatic driver information screen, 7-inch diagonal GMC infotainment system, 6-speaker system, 4 USB ports, Bluetooth and a lot more.
The 2018 GMC Terrain has a maximum cargo capacity of 63.3 cubic feet.
Engineered to improve everyone’s outlook. #GMCTerrain #Denali pic.twitter.com/SlnUGkU8We
— GMC (@ThisIsGMC) December 11, 2017
Performance of the 2018 GMC Terrain
The performance specifications of the 2018 GMC Terrain have changed a lot. For this upgraded model, the SUV comes with two new turbocharged engine options and a new automatic transmission that takes the performance of the 2018 Terrain to a whole another level.
The first engine option is of a 1.5-litre turbocharged Inline 4-Cylinder engine with Variable Valve Timing and Direct Fuel Injection. This new engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and it is capable of producing 170 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. This engine offers a fuel efficiency of 26mpg in the city and 30mpg on the highway.
The second engine option is of a 2.0-litre turbocharged inline 4-Cylinder engine with Direct Fuel Injection and Variable Valve Timing. Paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission, this engine can generate 252 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque. This engine offers a fuel efficiency of 22mpg in the city and 28mpg on the highway.
The 2018 GMC Terrain is a front-wheel drive SUV that is also available with all-wheel drive in the UAE. On the front-wheel drive models, the 2018 Terrain has Normal/Tour mode, Snow mode and Tow/Haul mode, while the all-wheel drive models have FWD mode, AWD mode, Off-Road mode and Tow/Haul mode.
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Safety Features
The 2018 GMC Terrain is available with the latest safety technologies and intuitive driver-assistance systems to ensure that the driver is always in control of the vehicle and feels confident while driving the SUV.
Here are some of the standout safety features available in the 2018 GMC Terrain:
- Hill Descent Control
- StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System
- Cruise Control
- Rear Vision Camera
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- Passenger Sensing System
- Air Bag System
- Teen Driver
The optional safety features include:
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Rear Park Assist
- Following Distance Indicator
- Forward Collision Alert
- Automatic Parking Assist
- Lane Keep Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Low Speed Forward Automatic Braking
- Safety Alert Seat
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Lane Change Alert
Price of the 2018 GMC Terrain in the UAE
The 2018 GMC Terrain is already available in the UAE with both new engine options. The starting price of the 2018 GMC Terrain is AED 89,900, while the 2018 GMC Terrain Denali trim has a starting of AED 152,000.
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