The GMC Terrain crossover SUV (CUV) initially launched for the 2010 model year, giving GMC an entry in the then-nascent compact crossover space. The first-gen model was somewhat of a tweener between a compact and midsize models. It performed very well, attracting many a new customer to GM’s Big Red brand. The success of the first-gen model resulted in the introduction of the all-new second-generation Terrain for the 2018 model year, this time as as a new compact model with a brand-new design, a more refined cabin, and new technology features as well. As a compact CUV, the GMC Terrain is in a highly competitive segment, which means it needs to bring the heat to stay at the forefront. But does it? To answer that question, we spent the last 1,000 miles with the Terrain and have listed five reasons to buy the GMC Terrain, and five reasons not to.
5 Reasons To Buy The GMC Terrain
1. A Unique And Premium Look
Let’s face it – looks matter, and luckily, the GMC Terrain has the aesthetics needed to turn heads. No chance you’ll be fading into the background with this one. The second-generation model brought with it “the next chapter of GMC design,” offering up bolder styling cues, a slick-looking fascia, and a cool “floating roof” rear C-pillar. Match it all to a set of bright aluminum wheels, and the GMC Terrain is sitting pretty.
2. Quick And Nimble Handling
Most crossovers handle like mud. Not so with the GMC Terrain. Thanks to the GM D2XX platform, which incorporates both a lighter weight and higher torsional rigidity than the preceding first-generation’s architecture, the GMC Terrain now feels much more lively behind the wheel. It’s not a sports car, nor does it aim to be one. Even so, it’s a joy to drive on a daily basis, without any fuss, but with just the right amount of pleasantness and driver involvement behind the wheel.
3. Impressive NVH
As part of its premium positioning, the GMC Terrain interior also offers very low NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) levels, creating a more pleasant experience for the driver and passengers. Chalk it up to a well-insulated cabin, the standard standard active noise cancellation feature, and solid dampening from the chassis and engine mounts.
4. Great Infotainment System
Having the latest and greatest features is a must in the crossover space, and the GMC Terrain delivers thanks to highlights like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth for phone and audio, and an available OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. Running it all is GMC’s latest eight-inch infotainment screen that is bright and responsive. Rear seat entertainment is optional.
5. Great Storage
Finding spots for all the things is important in CUV, and the GMC Terrain provides on that front with loads of storage throughout the cabin, including “shelves” on the doors and in front of the front passenger. In back, there’s nearly 30 cubic-feet of cargo space, plus 63.3 cubic-feet with the rear seats folded. Passenger room is solid as well, ensuring optimal comfort on quick runs as much as on road trips.
5 Reasons Not To Buy The GMC Terrain
1. Upper Trim Is Expensive, Lower Trims Could Be Better
Finding the right balance between cost and features can be tricky with the GMC Terrain. The upper trim levels can get very pricey very quickly, what with the 2020 GMC Denali starting at $38,300 and quickly rising much higher as options are added. Meanwhile, the base trim doesn’t quite live up to GMC’s premium claim, with chintzy-feeling interior trim and wheels. Both offer subpar equipment for their respective price points. The true sweet spot is somewhere in the middle.
2. Really Wide Turning Radius
Most folks like compact CUVs for the vehicles’ combination of practicality and maneuverability. And while the GMC Terrain does feel lively on the move, the crossover’s wide turning radius (18.7 to 20.8 feet) makes it feel a bit unwieldy in tight city driving situations, like when making a U-Turn.
3. Premium Gas Recommended
When equipped with the optional turbocharged 2.0L LTG I-4 engine option, premium fuel is a must for the car to actually deliver its full power potential and refinement. Otherwise, the powerplant just doesn’t feel as good as it should.
4. Materials Out Of Step With Pricing Higher In Range
Dropping some serious coin on a premium automobile means the cabin should reflect the high price. Unfortunately, that’s simply not the case with higher trim levels of the GMC Terrain such as the SLT and Denali, with hard plastics found throughout. But as an added bonus, at least the front passenger seat folds flat, making carrying long items a breeze.
5. Build Location
For some buyers, where a car is built is a big deal. The desire to support American workers is especially pronounced these days, and the fact that the GMC Terrain is constructed at the GM San Luis Potosi factory by GM Mexico could be considered a big strike against the vehicle. That said, there are those to whom the build location doesn’t matter, and this second contingent typically makes up the overwhelming majority of the car-buying population.
How about you, dear reader? Are there any big reasons to buy (or not to buy) the GMC Terrain that we neglected to mention? Post them in the comments section and let us know. And don’t forget to subscribe to GM Authority for more GMC Terrain news, GMC news and around-the-clock GM news coverage.
Comments
I bought a 2012 terrain..I have only 70,000.00 miles on it and my engine died!!! My sreering went ..and no help from GMC !! Will never buy a GMC again and will pass the word around how GMCcould care less !
WHAT,
Margaret Panico —-
GM didn’t care, you got to be kidding !!!!
HA, HA, HA, HA Just a little humor. I know how you feel, many others do as well.
Did you know GM had no customer support when you bought your vehicle ?
I don’t think most GM buyers know this !!
Did you know GM vehicles are only expected to last the warranty period ?
In your case it would be 36,000 miles, I believe.
Would you have bought a GM vehicle if the sales person said:
” Now Margaret, remember this new GM vehicle will only last 36,000 miles, then you need a new one ”
?
?
Just curious ??
Its my opinion that GM should be advertising this.
That their vehicles are only designed to last the warranty period.
I wonder how that would change peoples buying decisions.
But just my opinion.
I agree with your writer “just curious” as long as these dealers can get away with not having to REALLY service this type of car – for issues like the engine dying ,you have to write letters to the district rep -then up the ladder you keep going until you get results the top folks don’t like this type of advertisment always get nems to mention to the next guy . also as a car guy mysrlf this car is a suv -station wagon whatever you call it — if you want a thrill A BAD THRILL try putting a small load of work tools or heavy furniture in the back and then let two normal size adults in their back seat , drive 50 mph and hold on it sways like an old chevy caprice on steroids–if your old enough to remember that car -you could mix margritas going around a basic curve –hold on tight and enjoy your fancy bluetooth and ignore the ride–remember this experience, when buying your next suv
Not bad looking however, it’s just that mid size mini wagon are a dime a dozen, they all just blend together from one manufacturer to the other, high end European to low budget China models. Another grocery get for soccer mom’s, it is a large market ……. did I say underpowered…..
IMHO….. ???
Wye yes, Scott ZL1,
You did say underpowered !!
Just like every other GM mid and smaller vehicle.
Load them to factory spec, they are all DUDs !!
GM’s moto ” Good Enough ”
But just my opinion !!
Have a 2013 terrain Denali 55000 can’t say nothing bad about it but I think I’ll pass on made in Mexico had to retire early because all the Oreos went to Mexico also got to worry about our union jobs here
Hybrid would have been the right choice but gmc wont go there so my business goes somewhere else
I bought a GMC Denali Terrain 2019. And I love it. It’s loaded. Black exterior and cream interior. It drives smooth and very quiet. The only thing is it recommends 93 for gas. Even though it’s a little pricey for the gas it’s worth it. I had it now for 6 months and I’m still finding so many new things about it. Denali surprise’s me.
Definitely marked up vehicle. You won’t get any nice or extra features without ridiculous markups and to go to the Denali trim at almost $40K is definitely not worth it for how small this vehicle is! Not to mention bc it’s a CUV which isn’t disclosed in most ads etc. it feels like you’re driving a regular car. Meaning you are at the same level as a car and not a bit higher up in your seat as you would expect from an SUV. Aesthetically the car is nice but GMC has failed to make the transition of this car as being “compact” known and it has also failed to match the price for the less space this new version provides. All in all very misleading
Oil consumption class action lawsuit for 2010-2012 Terrain comes to final now. No recall, reimbursement for some customers expenses, must be diagnosed by GMC dealership to have oil consumption issue (not private mechanics), no consideration for blowm rear main seal, catalytic converter failures and more. And all along, GMC could have simply done right by their customers. The won’t get another dime of my hard earned money. GMC has lost credibility as a business.
Agreed! I have a 2011, found out 3 weeks after our purchase that GM and the Dealership were aware of the problem. Think either disclosed it? Nope, not until it was in the shop for pistons, rings, all three chains and an exhaust manifold…3 weeks after we bought it. Even then, we were unaware until we overheard two salesmen at the dealership talking about it, we questioned them, and went straight to the general manager. We tried to give it back, but was told sorry for your luck, but we will fix it. We have had it two years now, the exhaust manifold was just (December 26, 2019) replaced for the 3rd time, the cat has been changed twice, the fuel pump-twice, timing, balance, and primary chains-3 times (chains were also just done), water pump, intake manifold, and all with regular preventative maintenance. I can only imagine what would have happened without pm. Oh, and did I forget to mention, we received a notice last week from the litigation team–yep, my car is on there too. We will NEVER buy another GM or go to that dealer again. Yes, we have told everyone we know. Yes, we are also in the process of sending 425 pages to NHTSA, BBB, Attorney General. GM and the dealership(s) involved in purchase, as well as maintenance, have been verbally notified regarding any/all pending actions. 2.4L ecotec was a bad idea
The negative comments likely don’t come owners often this vehicle. We bought our 2019 Terrain Denali in May 2019 and love it. The sticker price was in the mid $40K range but with incentives, it was upper $30K’s. Just had 5K service and have had no issues at all. The car drives like a dream and has every option you can imagine included. The 2 Liter Turbo puts out 256 HP and is very responsive. We’ve averaged 25 MPG since we bought the Terrain. We truly love the many many features, quality, comfort, safety, and beauty of this vehicle.
My wife and I have a 2018 SLT and I couldn’t agree more with your assessment. We have about 13k on ours now, and it’s doing great. Couldn’t be happier.
You are allowed your opinion, just like the rest of us, not negative, constructive criticism is a much better term, You left out underpowered 4 banger……..
I just have to say, Jay and Ron,
You should, you should have nothing but great comments !!
You have 5000 and 13000 miles on your vehicles !!
They are new for crying out loud !!
I would like to here back from both of you at 70,000 miles please !!
But I would guess that you are in the buy and lease for 3 to 5 year group or just more GM customer service people here, and have no idea what a newer GM vehicle is like from 75,000 to 150,000 miles.
And Scott Zl1, you can leave me out of the 4 cylinder haters group. I happen to like the GM engines of today, 3, 4, 6, and 8 cylinders !!
GM just has them in the wrong vehicles or simply doesn’t offer or stock a better than ” Good Enough one !!
Take for instance the new Cadillac CT5. Will GM put the equal numbers of 3.0TT and 2.7 T on the lot as the underpowered 2.0T ? They haven’t in the past. So most of the Cadillac customers either have to order a better than ” Good Enough ” Cadillac, or just get stuck with the ” Good Enough ” one GM has placed on the dealer lot. Therefore GM has now populated the roads with ” Good Enough ” Cadillacs instead of the good to GREAT ones !!
I wonder why Cadillac is always at the bottom of the customer satisfaction surveys ?
But again, just my opinion.
I have a 2012 V6 with 90k if that counts as I have no issues. I also have a 2019 Denali in which I thought its wayyyyy more power than the 2012 V6 that I have
On my 3rd GMC Terrain never had a repair or problem with any of them nothing we travel a lot we use it around town and it’s giving me great service and comfort ready to buy another one
I’m happy for you, sound like you trade them in before warranty runs out ? Must remember GM builds them to last 36 month,36k miles, then at the dealer level start to make $$$ on cheap plastic, did I say underpowered vehicles. With overpriced services.
Yes i still want to see GM great again…… ???????
Jay – Isn’t it strange that you got a thumbs down for saying that you are happy with your 2018 Terrain? I’ve got 2 down and I up by stating how much I love our 2019 Terrain Denali.
Karen -We previously owned two Chevy Equinox LTZ’s – a 2010 and 2011. The 2010 developed the same 4 cyl engine oil consumption problems that eventually destroyed the engine at 50K miles. Chevrolet replaced the engine free of charge and advised me that the engine warranties were lengthened as a result. Sorry if you weren’t treated the same by GMC.
Final word. In my opinion, few vehicles are built to last for many years after they go out of warranty. I never lease a vehicle, but I try to trade them before 50K miles to avoid costly repairs (mostly normal wear) , like brakes, tires, AC, belts, batteries, etc. Having one newer, comfortable, well appointed and reliable 4 wheeled vehicle suits our needs. My Harley Road King takes care of my open road recreational/adventure needs. Thanks for everyone’s opinions.
If the GM, Ford, and everyone else made cars that were made to last 200,000 or more miles with minimal maintenance costs then nobody would ever have a reason to want to trade right?
How many miles on all of them please Vincent ?
3rd Terrain in 9 years ?
So one every 3 years then ?
With the 10 to 12 thousand mile allotment ?
So never owned one out of warranty then ?
So never owned one with over 50,000 miles then ?
Just curious, and of course opinion.
It’s not unusual for customers to trade every 3-4 years to where you get the latest and greatest and get good value for the previous car on a trade in. Or better yet… lease, it’s what I do. NO long term maintenance and you are always under warranty with a standard mile 3 year 12,000 mile a year lease.
Number 6 the Terrain needs an engine
PSA… IT SHOULDN’T BE ON THE ROAD!!!! We finally got rid of the lemon that died on us weekly. When we traded it in, I asked that it be taken off the road as no family should experience the horrifying situations of owning this. We wait longer than usual times to merge into traffic as we were extra cautious. Just last week, we merged onto Hwy 25 with plenty of time but upon accelerating, the engine dinged again and that horrible noise accompanies a reduced engine power light. With this, you have NO GAS so you can only pull over. We merged in front of a semi, granted he was three blocks away but by the time the car died and we made it to the side, it was mere seconds. I felt we were risking our lives every time we drove it. It constantly died going up the golf course hill in Buffalo. We couldn’t make it up a hill. Mostly, it sat parked. We went from a paid off Acadia to payments. And we went from the Acadia with lower miles to one with more miles. Just to get rid of it. The sales person assured me that they were a reputable dealer and this would go to parts. I’m shaking and crying and vomiting at the thought of anyone else owning this. We literally took a huge loss trading in it because we couldn’t sell it because we were decent people who have a conscious.
@morriesautogroup #morriesford #buffaloMN #GMCAcadia #LemonLaw #LemonTitle #SoManyPartsReplaced #AccidentWaitingToHappen
It’s just part of THAT GREAT GM FEELING …
LOL ???
We replaced a coil. It failed a week later. Repeat this cycle over 7 years. Replace all of the coils, spark plugs, water pump, high pressure gas pump, low pressure gas pump, timing belt, sensors and more. It still does “engine power reduced”. You still have to get it to the side, shut it off, and hope it will reset and give you gas. After 7 years of being assured it was “fixed”, I don’t believe it. It will fail. And someone will get hurt.
This is our fourth GMC terrain. It a 2019. A lot of our friends drive the Chevy equinox. My wife and I are both not happy with this newest model. First what I like about it, love the 34 miles per gallon that I can get on the highway. It is fast and nimble, I find myself speeding and I never like to speed. I have the lower trim package and it is noisy & bumpy. I can’t hear the radio after about 40 miles an hour. My wife and I are big people I’m 6-1 she’s 5:8. We literally hurt when we get out of the car. My friends paid a lot less for the equinox. We’ve always been able to afford to get a 2-year lease, can’t believe how much this least cost me at 3 years. I kind of regret just not buying a used 2018 terrain.
Aaron; it’s sad that you aren’t fully satisfied with your new Terrain. We previously drove Saturns then switched to Chevys. Had a 2010 and a 2011 Equinox (both LTZ’s). I think those were nicer looking than the 2020 Equinox Premier. In May, we traded our 2014 Traverse LT2 on our 2019 Terrain Denali with 2L Turbo. With just 5K miles on it, of course we are completely happy with it. We decided on the Denali over the similar Caddy CT5 and the Equinox Premier. The GMC has a bolder look, Quiet ride, plenty of power, and included Towing equipment and full length sun roofs. There’s a big jump in cost between the other trims and the Denali simply because there are so many great option included on the Denali. We’ve played that “wish we’d of gotten this model or that option” buyers remorse before, and just don’t anymore.
Not thrilled with the push/pull transmission controls, and don’t like the auto engine shut down at stop signs and traffic lights. The sheet metal is thin. My neighbors oak tree overhangs my driveway. The falling eggcorns have dented the hood and roof. Same as the Toyota Rav 4, but not my Sierra. I will say that the car is fun to drive with the turbo charged 2 litre engine.
I have a 2012 V6 SLE and a 2019 Denali. My 2012 has 90k on it and I don’t have any issues with it. I decided to go for the 2019 Denali as secondary vehicle as it does have more power than my 2012.
I have a 2011 Terrain SLT THAT I bought new in fall of 2010. I had a taillight go out when under warranty . Had to put a battery in it recently. It has 86,000 miles on it. Love it! Wanted to buy a new one last year but didn’t like the looks of the body. And the price was too much for me.
I currently have a 2012 GMC terrain v6 with 130,000 miles on it. It has been a good car. I have only had 2 issues with it so far. One at 100k thermostat went bad. Now at 130k my CV joints have started going bad. I think that’s pretty good Sat far. I am still happy with my car. 1300$ worth of extra repairs is not that bad for 130,000k miles.
I guess that GM has really gone downhill in the last few years.
I owned 2 Astro vans and had over 250,000 miles on them when a “Moron” totaled the first one – which could have gone at least to the 300K or 350K mark.. I now drive a 2003 Tahoe and have over 400,000 miles on it. Very little has gone wrong other than regular maintenance.
I think I might get a new Impala before they quit building them. I am favoring the V-6 naturally aspirated engine as I don’t think the turbo 4’s will last for a couple of Hundred thousand miles !!!!
GM has really gone downhill and needs to regroup with people who actually Care about the company and the cars that they build.
I have a 2012 Equinox with 235,000 on it. The only things I have had to replace other than suggested maintenance items are brakes once , an Alternator at 225k a water pump at 190k and 2 batteries I know their are not a lot of vehicles that can do that. This car has been driven hard and it has never let me down.
Woowee! So much negativity. I simply would like to mention that I’ve been a loyal GM owner since my 1st car in 1992. I had me a 1983 Chevy Malibu wagon, with a Buick 3.8L V6. As a graduation gift, I got a 63 Impala 4 door hardtop. When I returned from my overseas duty station, I picked up a 89 Pontiac Sunbird. May not have been the fastest, greatest car, however, That car played a monstrous role in saving my obliterated drunk butt when I rolled it across 4 lanes on a state highway less than 1 mile from my home.
Several years later, I met my future wife, we got a 94 Cavalier, then graduated to an 02 Malibu, then after our first daughter was born, went on the path of the minivan–2004 Chevy Venture. I never owned a vehicle that broke 200k miles before. Maybe they weren’t trouble free, but because I didn’t mind rolling up my sleeves and getting dirty, I thought of it as no big deal. Then, as we became more financially stable, we were able to afford a nearly new Cruze and brand new 2016 Traverse. 100k pain free miles on my Cruze. Now, I happily drive a 2016 Malibu LTZ Limited with over 147k miles and my wife loves the 2018 Traverse. Biggest non-secret is following the factory’s preventive maintenance recommendations. We are blessed!
Also built in Canada
Ingersoll Ontario!!!!
WHY when I give you thumbs it shows then goes right away but I can give a thumbs down on other reviews and it shows not one thumbs-up has worked for me to stay. I am older than you I can tell but I have been a Loyal GM lover since my first GM it was a 1960 F85/Cutlass that was the second car I bought my first car I was 15 and bought an MG from an older man who said the transmission was shot I paid him cash for it of course… back in 1975 you didn’t run to the bank to borrow all the time you saved for what you wanted LOL I worked all through school bought my first house while in high school paid 1/2 cash down and no I did not come from a well to do family. my 50 cents a week allowance IF I was lucky enough to get went right in the bank. I worked hard I’d drag the lawnmower for blocks even 1/2 way across town and then you got $5 a yard if you were lucky. I would LOVE to see a kid today do that ROFLMAO. My favorite car I got in high school also and that was a 72 Cutlass Supreme Convertible LOL I just looked up the value OMG those were the days it now is worth more than today’s new cars LOL and is 5 times the car. But the gas milage would kill you today LOL but I loved the big ole GM’s
We purchased our 2019 Terrain Denali this Spring. Drove it 400 miles over the first weekend and the ride was horrible, noisy and stiff. At 60mph we couldn’t hear to carry on normal conversation. Different road surfaces all created different loud cabin noise. Handkook tires were factory installed. We went back to our West Chester, PA dealer to have him remove and install Michlein or Bridgestone that other Terrain’s in stock had. After a couple of weeks they said they couldn’t help. Not even on a shared price break! This vehicle is #10 purchased from this dealer. Disapointed to say the least. Two different Handkook dealers said they would not have installed their tires on a Terrain!! Our Michlein dealer also said they would not install the Handkook tires on our vehicle. $900 for the Michlein’s now provides the great performance we now injoy on the ’19 Terrain.
The underpowered 1.5T and strange 2 MPG drop compared to the Equinox with the same engine and older 6 speed automatic are hardly noteworthy and the larger tired versions are loud on the highway. I was frankly more impressed with a friends 2019 Hyundai Tuscan with the 2.4 for thousands less even though I hate CUV’s.
I also noticed for 2020 the 2.0T vanishes as an option for the mid trim level SLE which means in order to get the power option you now have to spend several thousand more on the SLT, a cute way to maximize profits.
Terrains are also built at the Cami plant in Ingersoll, Ontario. Yes, unfortunately, there are some from Mexico.
But, all you have to do is open the door and check.
It’s imperative that this comment is here as you only mentioned mexico in your article.
I bought a 2011 Terrain v6 OK it had 165K on it and it ran and drove like it was new. I had it for a full day before I bought it I thought $3500 out the door was a good deal as I am on disability and thought this is probably the nicest vehicle I will ever be able to buy again. I worked in GM sales and was one heck of an honest salesperson, I was the salesman of the month almost every month but made barely over my base pay. The sales manager didn’t like me as I was hired by one of the dealerships higher up managers. The owner had 6 dealerships I worked at one of the smaller ones and did better in sales than some of his bigger dealerships. I quit to never getting the commission I should have for any sale I made even when I should have gotten a huge commission I would get base. So I quit. This was right before the housing market crash. I started to train to be a mortgage broker until I saw what they were doing to people. I quit that job fast I said I had to be able to sleep at night. I got a phone call to my amazement from the service mgr. He asked me if I wanted to come to be a service writer as he had a guy that was there for years and he was going to retire. He said he loved my strong work ethic. I would be the only one in the winter who would be outside cleaning cars all day long. I said well I did that so I was able to get the people as they pulled in to look around instead of the “girls” who were afraid of the cold and would sit at their desks. I took the job. I totally loved my job as a service writer. I was the top writer for all 6 stores every month and we were one of the smallest stores. I went on to be a service manager. I have to say the vehicles lasted much longer back then than they do today. I seen newer GM’s that are so rusted I am amazed. Now I would go out of my way and could do more when a service manager than a writer but WOW I could not believe it. I had driven the 2011 Terrain for a full day I knew it needed tires and front rotors tuned. I am now on disability due to my first back surgery leaving me crippled. I am pending my 3rd one now this time to have discs replace and both knees need to be replaced. So I brought it home and didn’t drive it until I was able to get the tires on and I bought new rotors “Good ones” and the good brake pads that don’t leave the black dust on your wheels. I had the tires put on and rotors, and pads. I went to pick it up and it stalled when I went to pull out of the place that did the repairs. I WON’T go back to them again. But that is a whole different story. I thought well maybe I will run some Sea Foam through the gas system and see what happens. It did seem to make a difference so I was happy but that was only for a day LOL. It got worse so I took it back to where I bought it a local well only GM dealership in town and they wanted $5800 to repair it. So I said what about making a trade on another vehicle since I put new good touring tires on it and front breaks and rotors maybe they would give me what I paid for it anyhow… Ha Ha Ha… they said they would only give me $1000.00 trade I came home and called GM as they do have what is called Good Will Warranty. They offered to split the bill with me they paid $3500.00 on the repair. So now if the dealership did all that they said I basically have a rebuilt engine. I do need to check the oil to see how that is I have not gone anywhere other than to the store and back. I did make a trip about 100 miles round trip to get a mobility scooter someone gave to me free after I asked about it on Craigslist. I think they felt bad after hearing my story of having to dish out so much money that was basically all I had left in my savings. in the Terrain and a lady God bless her soul, she said if they gave you the scooter let me give you the hauler. LOL, now that was sweet. The people told me the scooter had new tires new batteries and was like new. it looked that way but the guy ran down the drive and had it up on the carrier as soon as I got the ramp down. I am glad they gave it to me as by the time I got home the tires were flat on it and it won’t take a charge. I said OMG I have the worst luck in the world. I did my research on the Terrain way too late though. I PRAY it lasts me. I see what they sell for on the lots with this many miles on it and am amazed at what people pay but then again the lots can get people with poor credit financing. I have been a lifetime GM person I learned a lot and can’t say I am proud of GM for some of the things they do. I had moved my mother in to take care of her 11yrs ago to keep my sister from putting her in a home. She thought my mother had money and tried to scam her out of it haha hs my father worked for GM for years and retired from there before they filed for bankruptcy. I help her out as GM did the retirees dirty when the filed for bankruptcy. They cut their pension in half and put them on a different medical plan than they were on with the regular GM employees. OMG, it’s WORSE than medicare/Medicaid combined. I help her as much as I can but she did want to buy a new car as she didn’t want to worry about having something that needed to be repaired all the time I said well not sure about GM and since they did the retries so dirty she was not overly thrilled about a GM product STUPID me I said well Subaru seems to have awesome reviews. I went into Finance with her as I know that is where the dealerships today make their money with the internet there is not much competition out there on cars anymore. A fool older than myself and I am 60 was texting and never looked up and pulled out in front of me I was taking apart to have a mechanic put on my Buick. Like that car, she got first new so I could drive her to the Drs. and do some errands for her. it was a Lincoln MKZ that was already a year old but never sold on the lot I explained the floor plan to her that dealerships get after the end of the year whats left on the lot they have to pay for and own and are no longer considered new since they are titled to the dealership then. Plus they have to pay tax on them as long as they are on the lot, so she would get a good deal one it. But the warranty does not start until they are sold to an individual, OMG that car I will say was a sharp-looking car but GM has them hands down for quality I mean even a Chevy Cruze were built better. Which she did like but as I stated she was still stinging from the way GM did my father dirty when they filed bankruptcy. How a company that pays their upper mgt hundreds of thousands of dollars can be so rotten to the people who broke their backs making the cars is so unreal. I was amazed how the Lincoln crumbled for me going 45mph and hitting a trailer the guy was pulling but I had no idea he was going to pull out I kept my eye at him and he never looked up and I slammed on the brakes or it would have been worse, of course, he had a brother in law who got his ticket reduced to a nonmoving no points fine. So I could not get enough to pay the medical bills let alone my two front teeth knocked out by the airbag blowing my hand into my mouth breaking my hand and knocking out 2 teeth. So I take her just to look at a Subaru as I told her lets to go to Huebners here in Ohio as they also sold GM and I had dealt with them often in sales, doing dealer trades and getting parts off them for our good service customers who wanted the vehicle fast so they could go on a vacation or something. I said it’s a small town and they are so nice to let’s go there but you can look as we drive through here since we were going right past the Boardman Subaru dealership. I told her I had a bad feeling about them and wanted to go to the Huebners.No she could not wait, She has a stubborn streak in her LOL I told her The finance guy kept doing his best to sell her an ext. warranty. I said mom your last car had 1250miles on it and you had it 3 yrs until I totaled it.The finance mgr came down to almost the basic powertrain warranty for the 10yr 100K miles I said that is not a bad deal plus it was transferable which a lot are not. I said ok now that is a good deal. I figured if she could not afford the payments or something happened down the road I would take over the payments. Or is she passed she was going to leave me the car knowing I could never buy anything decent again I can’t even get my military benefits… OMG Subaru is JUNK anymore, maybe they are good for safety ratings but that is it. I felt safe driving it home as it was a really bad ice and snow storm that day… The last one of the year and people all over were in ditches and accidents everywhere. I could not even get the Legacy to fishtail or slide at all I was very impressed with it in the snow. LOL, now my car was down again so I did drive hers a bit that following winter and every time I would get in the battery was dead. They said that is normal and put a bigger battery in it saying Subaru puts cheap batteries in their vehicles. I thought ok every car mfg has their own weaknesses LOL but after that, there was no difference it was still dead all the time. I took it in several times for that and when I would wash it if I got water on the driver’s door then it would lock and unlock even if the key fob was way out of range. The service writer first tried to BS me and I explained don’t play me that way I don’t like it I did your job and was ALWAYS 100% honest with my customers’ I was the same when I was in sales that is why I had a line of people every Sat and Sunday that would not deal with anyone else and wait forever if I was already with a customer. This service girl and guys were NUTS they would not know the truth if it hit them in the face. I told her I was a service writer and mgr and I know cars and service soI don’t like being lied to at all. We did have the vehicle into service multiple times for the electrical problems that never got fixed and had it serviced now the car is still low miles under 10K the warranty is up and of course the battery is dead. The neighbors were having a tree taken down I had to move it and here in one weeks time chipmunks had gotten under there and ripped out the heat shield under the hood. I said well we will have the warranty give it towed and get it fixed LOL they hung up on me every time I mentioned Boardman Subaru and an extended warranty. Finally, I called Subaru roadside assistance and said I wanted to speak to someone about a warranty that was the first time I got to speak to someone and explain she purchased it That Subaru of America had even called us 6 months after we purchased it and I said to him I was in with her and she bought the gold plus plan 10yrs 100K miles bumper to bumper basically factory warranty minus wear parts. They said no she didn’t it was not until I mentioned writing the Attorney General and told them yes I got the right email that I got from AARP all the other times I had written them about something I never got any response but I had my identity when Equifax had their data breach. Then they all a sudden said oh she has the basic powertrain warranty that would tow her 15 miles. I said no #1 I said if she is going to need to replace anything on the powertrain in that length of time then we need to find a different car. I said the Gold plus is nice but she should never need that for all the more it will be driven and I put most of the miles on it going to my Drs in Pittsburgh and feel bad but my car just kept breaking one thing after another OK it was a GM but it was not driven much and sat for years. The guy asked for my email to send me an unsigned extended warranty. I said this is NOT a binding warranty I knew that from working in warranty a contract has to be signed by the buyer and seller of the warranty or its just paper. Oh, my gasket blew. I called Subaru of America and of course, I was put on hold for hours every call. I did an online chat with the roadside assistance people and they agreed that the ext. warranty unsigned was not of any use to anyone LOL she stated she would send a message to Subaru of America to call me. I said OK but please make sure that it is after 12 noon or they will not get ahold of me. Now you know the guy calls early in the morning when I said I was not going to be home. he left a number and extension to get in touch I had to listen to it 6 times just to get it written down he spoke so fast it was unreal I could barely understand the message and number and 6 digit ext. I called and left a message then a few hours later not hearing back I called again. and then again leaving messages finally he calls back 3 days later after I called the dealership and spoke to the finance guy who wrote the deal. he literally laughed at me on the phone. I did not know I had so many gaskets that could blow LOL. He said he would never just write ext warranty and a price on the deal sheat. I told him to pull the sales jacket he said he sure would and call me back by 5 pm that evening. of course, no call back so I called and left Charles at Subaru of America a message that I had tried all I can take to fix this thievery by the dealership and would get in touch with the Attorney General as they had their chance and I would put it out there everywhere what they did to an elderly lady I sat there and did not know that he wrote it that way I just told her what to not do as they can load up the back end of a deal on a car more than anyone has an idea, so I wanted to make sure what she did was not be ripped off that way. but he did to top it off Subaru of America asked me to send in all the deal paperwork. I said what??? you should have all that or be able to get that from the dealership much easier than me running making and paying for copies and mail them in. I knew then that they could not find the deal jacket. So to stop this babbling I would say GM is not as bad as some of you make them out to be. YES, I do agree that the Equinox and Terrain issues should of recall NOT TSB (Technical Service Bulletin). That is how GM got out of fixing all the cars and most people pay for those themselves That is a dirty pull but I will still buy GM over others. It’s a total shame foreign car companies make more cars in the USA than American Mfg do… I must say some Politicians don’t care about people and jobs in America. Of course, car mfg will get away with what they can anymore… We the common people of the US elect people to represent us and all they do is to fill their pockets and nothing to help us out. W have one President who has cared if Americans work and that would be Trump. like me or not for saying that but it is 100% true. All the other Presidents sold us out long ago.
Bye for now D1Chevyman!
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I own a 2016 Terrain SLE. What I’m most annoyed about is when the back windows are opened there is sever wind /air buffering to the point that it makes the car shake. The wind has a pulsating affect. It almost feels that the air pressure in my ears uncomfortable. My question is does anyone notice the same problem with their cars? What makes the pulsating affect?
I have a 2015 Terrain with 119888 miles on it. I have had no issues with it. As for no power, I had it over 90mph just this morning. It will get up and go.