The 2025 GMC Terrain was recently announced with great fanfare, thanks to a fresh new design. The Terrain is now chock full of more standard tech and features than ever before. Let’s take a look at all it has to offer for the coming year when it comes to this luxurious SUV!
Key Takeaways:
- The 2025 GMC Terrain is bigger and better than ever, with more of the latest tech and safety features.
- The Terrain has “bolder truck-inspired” styling for 2025.
- This year features a new black or gray two-tone roof option.
- The pricing for the Terrain is expected to be around $32,000.
What’s New in 2025 for the 2025 GMC Terrain?
This third-generation compact crossover SUV will see the following design and feature change for 2025:
- 8-speed automatic transmission with gear selector on the steering column
- 15-inch portrait-oriented infotainment touchscreen
- Enhanced tech in safety and driver-assistance
- Optional two-tone roof in black or gray
- Bold, truck-inspired front styling
- More luxurious interior
- The entry-level SLE and SLT trims are a thing of the past—the Elevation is the only trim for 2025, with more to come the following year in AT4 and Denali trims.
Has the Interior for the 2025 GMC Terrain Been Updated?
When designing the latest Terrain, GMC took inspiration from its truck lineup for its front grille with the intent of giving the crossover a “more planted and athletic stance.” Its revamped bold grille now gives the Terrain a powerful new attitude, as it connects the headlamps to lower fog lights, creating an unforgettable front-end palette that will make head turn. A two-tone roof option—available in black or gray—also makes its debut.
At the rear, several straight lines emanate from the lower fascia with new vertically-oriented reflectors. The SUV’s C-shaped taillights are smaller in ‘25, while the Terrain's rear quarter windows have expanded in size.
What New Features Are Seen For the 2025 GMC Terrain?
While the Terrain is known for its comfort, GMC designers went back to the drawing board to add a touch more luxury by incorporating decorative chrome strips across the dash, upper door panels, and console armrests. Not only does this give the cabin a more luxe feel, it makes it appear wider.
The Terrain now features a new 11.0-inch driver information display, and its former push-button gear selector is long gone—gear selection has been moved onto the steering column. Heated front seats and steering wheel are now standard.
What ENgine is Under the Hood of the 2025 GMC Terrain?
The 2025 Terrain will feature a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, replacing an earlier nine-speed unit. It delivers 175 horsepower and 203 pound-feet of torque and has a towing capacity of 1,500 pounds. While these numbers are lighter than what you would normally see in other GMC lineups, you can still tow a small utility trailer.
Currently, all-wheel drive is standard, but a front-wheel-drive (FWD) version may be on the horizon come 2026.
Is the 2025 GMC Terrain a Safe SUV?
GMC believes safety is a priority and the Terrain is loaded with the latest in safety and driver assistance features. These include:
- Side Bicyclist Alert
- Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking and Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking
- Blind Zone Steering Assist
When Will the 2025 GMC Terrain Be Available?
The base-level GMC Terrain Elevation will be available in late 2024, with the AT4 and Denali to follow in 2025. If all the above sounds like what you’re looking for in a modern SUV, contact us at Reliable to find out when the first Terrains arrive on the showroom floor!