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Future GMC Terrain

We expect the next, third-generation GMC Terrain to launch on or after the 2023 model year. Until then, we expect the current, second-generation Terrain to receive minor changes, updates, and improvements.

Following is speculative and unconfirmed information about the next GMC Terrain. This page is a continuous work-in-progress and will be updated on a regular basis as we await official details from General Motors and GMC.

If you notice any inaccuracies about the information provided, or have edits to suggest, please let us know here.

Last redesigned model year: 2018 (second generation)
Last midcycle refresh/MCE model year: none currently
Expected redesign model year: 2023 (third generation)
Expected name: GMC Terrain
Current platform: GM D2 platform
Future platform: GM VSS-F platform
Layout: FF (front-engined, front-wheel-drive)
Current body styles: compact four-door crossover utility vehicle (CUV)
Future body styles: compact four-door crossover utility vehicle (CUV)
Segment: C Segment
Expected gasoline engines: turbo-charged I-3, turbo-charged I-4
Expected transmissions: 9-speed automatic

Overview

  • What: an all-new GMC Terrain compact crossover utility vehicle that will represent the third generation of the nameplate, after the second-gen Terrain was introduced in 2017
  • When: we expect the next GMC Terrain to launch in the 2023 calendar year timeframe as a 2023 model year vehicle
  • Why: an all-new Terrain is highly important for GMC, as the model remains a best-seller for the brand in the competitive and lucrative compact mainstream crossover segment
  • Where: sold in all current markets where the Terrain is currently sold, including the United States, Canada, Mexico and the Middle East

Expectations

Following are our expectations about the future GMC Terrain:

  • Based on the new GM VSS-F platform, delivering all-new underpinnings and engineering
  • All-new exterior design, available in four-door crossover body style
  • All-new interior design
  • Improved interior comfort and convenience
  • Inclusion of next-generation IntelliLink infotainment system
  • Introduction of more GM Active Safety features and technologies
  • Introduction of all-new powertrain range

Body Styles

We expect the upcoming future GMC Terrain to continue being available as a compact four-door crossover.

Price

We expect the next GMC Terrain to carry similar pricing as the current, second-gen model, with prices starting in the $25,000 range.

Platform

We expect the next-gen GMC Terrain to ride on GM’s VSS-F platform (vehicle set strategy) shared with all future front-drive GM cars and crossovers.

Powertrain

We expect the next GMC Terrain to feature an all-new powertrain, including an all-new engine and transmission set.

Production

It is currently unclear where the GMC Terrain will be assembled. The current-, second-generation model is assembled at the GM San Luis Potosi factory by GM Mexico.

Competitors

The future GMC Terrain will have various competitors in the mainstream compact CUV segment, including:

  • GM’s own Chevrolet Equinox
  • Ford Escape
  • Jeep Compass and Jeep Cherokee
  • Toyota RAV4
  • Honda CR-V
  • Nissan Rogue
  • Hyundai Tucson
  • Kia Sportage
  • Volkswagen Tiguan
  • Subaru Forester
  • Mitsubishi Outlander

Before The All-New Model

Before the all-new future GMC Terrain reaches the market, we expect the current second-generation Terrain to receive minor changes, updates, and improvements, along with a potential mid-cycle enhancement or facelift. See information about the current-generation Terrain by using the following links:

Discussion

Discuss the next GMC Terrain in our GMC forum.

News

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