2012 GMC Terrain review
GMC Terrain highlights
Customer rating
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Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 24 highway, 20 combined
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What is new for the 2012 GMC Terrain?
- Blind Spot Monitor and Lane Departure Warning features are now available as options on select trims.
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the GMC Terrain an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks GMC Terrain 11th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.
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SLT 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Overhead Airbags
- Pioneer Sound System
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Flex Fuel Vehicle
- Lane Departure Warning
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Parking Sensors
- Pioneer Sound System
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Entertainment System
- Running Boards
- Sunroof(s)
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
182
Torque (ft-lbs)
172
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18
Wheelbase
112.5"
Overall length
185.3"
Width
72.8"
Height
66.3"
Leg room
F 41.2"/R 39.9"
Head room
F 39.8"/R 39.2"
Front tires
P235/60R17
Rear tires
P235/60R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
225/1500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2012 GMC Terrain FAQ
The 2012 GMC Terrain is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SLT: 22 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- SLE: 22 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
The GMC Terrain received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the GMC Terrain as 10 out of 29 among Compact SUV
The 2012 GMC Terrain has received an average 4.5 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2012 GMC Terrain, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2012 GMC Terrain Reviews.
The 2012 GMC Terrain has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
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