Not Your Typical Compact: The 2027 GMC Terrain

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While it is a compact SUV, the 2027 GMC Terrain stands out in a crowded landscape by blending several desirable qualities into a single, unique package. Muscular, truck-like styling blends with a premium, tech-forward interior across the lineup, creating a vehicle that is simultaneously upscale and rugged. Available in three trims, the versatile 2027 Terrain lineup is ideal for the everyday driver who wants more than just a basic commuter.

Trim Levels

Currently in its third generation of production, the 2027 GMC Terrain lineup continues to position itself as a premium alternative to other mainstream compact SUVs. Featuring a rugged, truck-inspired exterior design and an upscale, tech-forward cabin, the Terrain offers Rome drivers everyday capability in a unique, stand-out package. Explore some highlights of the lineup, notable model-year updates, and more here. 

Were There Any Significant Model Year Updates?

The most notable model-year update is the replacement of last year’s continuously variable transmission (CVT) with a standard eight-speed automatic for the FWD Elevation trim. This change offers a unified performance feel across the entire lineup, streamlined production for the OEM, and improved capabilities and driving dynamics for the GMC Terrain Elevation.

What Are Some Notable Trim-Level Highlights?

While all GMC Terrain trims are excellent choices for normal everyday driving, the AT4 and Denali trims elevate your experience by offering additional capabilities and features. For example, the AT4 is ideal for the everyday commuter who enjoys taking to the roads less traveled on the weekend, while a luxury-oriented driver would surely appreciate the heated and ventilated seating surfaces available only on the Denali. Explore some additional trim-level highlights below, and contact us if you have any questions: 

GMC Terrain Elevation

  • Heated front seats & steering wheel
  • 15-inch diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System 
  • 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center
  • Over 16 standard safety & driver assistance features

GMC Terrain AT4

  • AT4-exclusive Terrain drive mode
  • Lifted ride height w/ red front recovery hooks
  • Front skid plate w/ steel underbody shield
  • 17-inch Dark Machined aluminum wheels w/ all-terrain tires

GMC Terrain Denali

  • Heated & ventilated front & heated rear outboard seats
  • Animated headlamps & taillamps
  • HD Surround Vision & Rear Camera Mirror
  • 19-inch Midnight Silver machined-face aluminum wheels & all-season tires

Are Optional Packages Available?

Yes. You can equip all trims with a variety of optional packages, though not all packages are compatible with all trims. Here are a few that are available across the lineup: 

Interior Protection Package

  • Front Row Premium All-weather floor mats
  • 2nd-Row All-weather mat
  • All-weather cargo mat
  • Not available w/ Floor Liner Package or Front All-weather floor liners

Floor Liner Package

  • All-weather cargo mat
  • Front Row All-weather floor liners
  • 2nd-Row All-weather mat

Hit The Road Package

  • Roof rack cross rails
  • Front & rear splash guards
  • May require additional optional equipment

Technology & Safety

The 2027 GMC Terrain lineup is equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety and driver-assistance features to elevate your driving experience and provide peace of mind. From time-tested and driver-approved basic safety features to advanced technologies that constantly monitor the road ahead, Cartersville drivers who choose the 2027 Terrain can worry less and enjoy the drive. Explore the technologies and features that enable this below. 

What Safety/Driver-Assistance Features Can I Expect?

Each GMC Terrain trim shares the same collection of basic safety features. This is largely the case for driver assistance features as well, though the Denali trim goes above and beyond what the other two offer. First, here are the basic safety features that you can expect, regardless of which trim you choose: 

  • Safety Alert Seat
  • Airbag system
  • Vehicle health management
  • Teen Driver
  • Seat belt restraint pretensioner, rear
  • Automatic Occupant Sensing display
  • OnStar® services capable
  • Rear Seat Reminder
  • Buckle to Drive

The following driver-assistance features are also standard across the lineup: 

  • Forward Collision Alert
  • Following Distance Indicator
  • Rear Park Assist
  • Rear Cross Traffic Braking
  • Front Pedestrian & Bicyclist Braking
  • Reverse Automatic Braking
  • Passenger Sensing System
  • Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Blind Zone Steering Assist
  • Lane Keep Assist w/ Lane Departure Warning
  • Side Bicyclist Alert
  • Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Occupant Presence Detection

The following standard features are trim-specific. While the Denali trim offers many additional driver assistance features that aren’t standard on the other two, the available Technology Package II makes up for this difference: 

GMC Terrain Elevation

  • HD Rear Vision Camera

GMC Terrain AT4

  • HD Rear Vision Camera
  • Hill Descent Control

GMC Terrain Denali

  • 3 Years OnStar One
  • Hill Descent Control
  • Interior Camera
  • Traffic Sign Recognition
  • HD Surround Vision
  • Rear Pedestrian Alert

Technology Package II

Available For: Elevation, AT4

  • Traffic Sign Recognition
  • Rear Pedestrian Alert
  • HD Surround Vision
  • Surround Video Recorder
  • Rear Camera Mirror 
  • Front LED fog lamps

What Infotainment Features Are Standard?

A 15-inch Google-powered infotainment screen is the core of your infotainment/navigation experience. It is accompanied by a six-speaker audio system and an 11-inch driver information center, and you have access to a variety of standard connectivity options that include: 

  • 5G vehicle connectivity
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay®/Wireless Android Auto™ capability for compatible phones
  • SiriusXM w/ 360L Trial Subscription
  • Wi-Fi® Hotspot capable
  • Google built-in compatibility

Performance

What Are The Basic Specs & Fuel Economy Of The 2027 GMC Terrain?

The 1.5L turbo I4 that powers the GMC Terrain delivers surprisingly dynamic and capable performance. It produces up to 175 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque, and all trims, regardless of drivetrain configuration, can tow up to 1,500 pounds if properly equipped. It runs best on regular, unleaded fuel (87 octane), and the EPA estimates that it can achieve the following mileage figures under ideal driving conditions:

  • FWD: 26 city / 28 highway / 27 combined mpg
  • AWD: 24 city / 26 highway / 25 combined mpg
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 14.8 gallons (FWD) / 15.6 gallons (AWD)

What Features Support The Capabilities Of The 2027 GMC Terrain?

With few exceptions, all three 2027 Terrain trims share the same performance-related features. First, here are those that you will find across the lineup:

  • 3.47 axle ratio
  • Drive Mode Selector
  • MacPherson front suspension
  • E15 fuel capable
  • Brake lining wear indicator
  • 130-amp alternator
  • Battery, 70AH, 12V, 760 cold-cranking amps
  • Emissions, evaporative system, level 3
  • Single-outlet exhaust
  • 4-wheel antilock disc brakes
  • Brake rotors with FNC
  • Automatic Stop/Start

The AT4 and Denali trims also feature Hill Descent Control and come equipped with an OEM trailer hitch. The former additionally has a front skid plate and a steel underbelly shield to protect it from rough, uneven terrain.

What Drive Modes Are Available?

The Drive Mode Selector on the 2027 GMC Terrain offers Normal and Snow modes for FWD and Normal, AWD, Snow, and Off-Road modes for AWD. These drive modes enable the following:

  • Normal: Optimizes fuel economy & drive quality on everyday drives.
  • Snow: Reduces slippage on slick surfaces by slowing acceleration & torque response.
  • AWD: Improves normal driving on paved roads covered w/ ice, water, or snow by engaging the rear wheels.
  • Off-Road: Improves traction, maneuverability & handling on gravel, sand & mud.

Terrain mode is also available, though only on the AT4. According to GMC, Terrain mode adjusts shift mapping and traction control and adds automatic braking to improve performance during low-speed driving on uneven surfaces.

Interior

Spacious and comfortably appointed, the surprisingly upscale interior of the 2027 GMC Terrain is a pleasant contrast to its otherwise rugged exterior. Explore it when you visit Welborn GMC Of Cartersville to tour our inventory. CoreTec upholstery is prominent on the Elevation and AT4 trims, while the luxury-forward Denali trim is the only member of the lineup that offers genuine leather seating. And though amenities such as ventilated front-row and heated outboard seats are restricted to the latter, all Terrain trims are equipped with premium features like active noise cancellation and heated front seats.

Exterior

Bold and rugged, the exterior of the compact 2027 GMC Terrain exudes an outsized presence on Canton roads. It is quite well-equipped, though some features such as the rainsense automatic wipers and heated washer park are only available on the two upper-level trims. That said, each trim can be customized with a number of attractive exterior colors, and several wheel options are available for the Elevation and Denali trims.

Experience The 2027 GMC Terrain With Welborn GMC Of Cartersville

Stand out in a landscape inundated by compact SUVs with the rugged GMC Terrain. Explore your options, and test-drive the lineup with us. Afterward, review our financing and leasing options to see which pathway to ownership is right for you.

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