The 2017 GMC Terrain is an exciting contender in the mid-size crossover segment. It uses the same platform as the Chevrolet Equinox and shares a general aesthetic with both the Acadia and the latest Chevrolet Malibu, though its unique styling helps to set it apart. The Terrain's rocker panels are integrated into the doors, narrowing the area over which a passenger must step. The body is stiffened with single-piece side stampings plus high-strength steel in critical areas.

The Terrain benefits from two efficient engines, each making use of variable valve timing and direct injection. A standard 2.4L 4-cylinder engine makes an impressive 182 horsepower yet delivers 32 mpg on the highway. A 3.6L V6 is optional on all trims. It makes 301 horsepower and returns a combined EPA-estimated 20 mpg. A 6-speed automatic transmission is the only transmission available. Front-wheel drive is the standard drivetrain, but all-wheel drive is available.

Storage areas are everywhere in the cabin, including an oversized glovebox, an enclosed storage bin in the instrument panel above the center stack and a closed storage bin under the center armrest large enough for a laptop computer. The rear seats feature MultiFlex, which allows the seats to move back and forth a total of eight inches for the best rear legroom in the segment.

Standard equipment on base SL includes Bluetooth, a rearview camera, 17-inch painted aluminum wheels, StabiliTrak stability control, traction control, 4-wheel anti-lock brakes, six air bags, an anti-theft system, an XM Satellite Radio-ready audio system, iPod and MP3 capability and six months of OnStar service. Power windows, door locks, remote keyless entry, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel, as well as power mirrors and automatic headlamps round out the generous standards list.

Equipment on the SLE trim includes satellite radio and heated front seats, and upgrades include LED daytime running lights, a leather steering wheel, 8-way power driver's seat, automatic climate control, an eight-speaker audio system and IntelliLink, with Bluetooth audio streaming.

The uplevel SLT trim includes luggage rails, a Pioneer 8-speaker stereo, heated power seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and remote start standard. Options on the SLT include a rear entertainment system, navigation system, a power sunroof and 18- or 19-inch chrome wheels.

The Terrain Denali is immediately recognizable by its unique wheels, chrome grill, satin chrome accents and unique headlight and tail light design. Inside, the Denali comes with black leather seating surfaces with contrasting stitching, a soft touch instrument panel with French stitching, smoked mahogany wood trim, 8-way power adjustable front seats and a sunroof. The Denali also includes a lane departure warning system, a cross traffic detection system and a power liftgate as standard features. Options on the Denali include a rear seat entertainment system and a navigation system.

Powerful Engine Selections

Sharp Styling Inside And Out

Available All-wheel Drive

The GMC Terrain gets a new Nightfall edition for 2017. The Nightfall edition gets a blacked out front and rear fascia, body colored door handles and black luggage rails. It also comes with 18-inch aluminum wheels and heated, power adjustable outside mirrors.

Starting about $24,100, the 2017 GMC Terrain is one of the most affordable crossover vehicles in its class -- a class that also includes the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. The interior features a dual-cockpit design with ice-blue ambient lighting and sophisticated, classy appearance touches that make it look much more expensive than it is.

Driver Alert Package I

Driver Alert Package II

Preferred Equipment Group 5SA

8 Speakers

AM/FM radio: SiriusXM

IntelliLink

Pioneer Premium 8-Speaker System

Radio data system

Radio: Color Touch AM/FM Stereo

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

Air Conditioning

Automatic temperature control

Rear window defroster

Single-Zone Automatic Climate Control

8-Way Power Driver Seat Adjuster

8-Way Power Passenger Seat Adjuster

Bluetooth® For Phone

Memory seat

Power driver seat

Power steering

Power windows

Remote keyless entry

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Universal Home Remote

4-Spoke Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel w/Wood

Four wheel independent suspension

Speed-sensing steering

Traction control

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

ABS brakes

Dual front impact airbags

Dual front side impact airbags

Emergency communication system: OnStar Guidance

Front anti-roll bar

Low tire pressure warning

Occupant sensing airbag

Overhead airbag

Rear anti-roll bar

Power Liftgate

Power Programmable Rear Liftgate

Brake assist

Electronic Stability Control

Exterior Parking Camera Rear

Rear Park Assist

Delay-off headlights

Fully automatic headlights

Panic alarm

Security system

Speed control

Bumpers: body-color

E10 Fuel Capable

Heated door mirrors

Power door mirrors

Roof rack: rails only

Satin Chrome Door Handles

Satin Chrome Heated Power-Adjustable Mirrors

Satin Chrome Surround Grille

Spoiler

Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror

Compass

Driver door bin

Driver vanity mirror

Forward Collision Alert & Lane Departure Warning

Front reading lights

Garage door transmitter

Illuminated entry

Illuminated Front Sill Plates

Leather steering wheel

Outside temperature display

Passenger vanity mirror

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

Rear seat center armrest

Remote Vehicle Start

Tachometer

Telescoping steering wheel

Tilt steering wheel

Trip computer

Front Bucket Seats

Front Center Armrest

Heated Driver & Front Passenger Seats

Heated front seats

Perforated Leather-Appointed Seat Trim

Power passenger seat

Split folding rear seat

Passenger door bin

Satin Chrome Luggage Rails

Alloy wheels

Wheel Locks

Wheels: 18" x 7" Denali-Specific (4)

Side Blind Zone Alert

Rear window wiper

Variably intermittent wipers

3.23 Axle Ratio

Driver Alert Package I includes (UFT) Side Blind Zone Alert, (UFG) Rear Cross Traffic Alert and (UD7) Rear Park Assist

Driver Alert Package II includes (UEU) Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning

Memory Package recalls 2 "presets" for power driver seat and outside mirrors

Engine, 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder SIDI (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) with VVT (Variable Valve Timing) (182 hp [135.7 kW] @ 6700 rpm, 172 lb-ft [232.2 N-m] @ 4900 rpm)

Transmission, 6-speed automatic

Axle, 3.23 final drive ratio (Included and only available with (LEA) 2.4L I-4 SIDI engine and (MX0) 6-speed automatic front-wheel drive transmission. Refer to Engine/Axle chart for availability.)

E10 Fuel capable (May be upgraded to (FHS) E85 FlexFuel Capable with (FE9) Federal emissions on FWD (TLF26/TLH26/TLJ26) models.)

Alternator, 120 amps

Front wheel drive

Battery, 525 cold-cranking amps with rundown protection

Suspension, front independent, strut type coil springs

Suspension, rear independent trailering arm with three lateral locating links, coil springs

Suspension, Enhanced Ride and Handling

Steering, power, variable electric assist

Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc

Exhaust, single

Wheels, 4 - 18" x 7.0" (45.7 cm x 17.8 cm) Denali-specific (Included with (LEA) 2.4L DOHC 4-cylinder SIDI engine only.)

Tires, P235/55R18 all-season, blackwall (Included with (RV6) 4 - 18" x 7.0" (45.7 cm x 17.8 cm) Denali specific wheels only.)

Spare, tire and wheel

Grille, Denali-specific with satin chrome surround

Liftgate, rear power programmable with fixed glass includes (UG1) Universal Home Remote.

Luggage rails, chrome (Satin chrome with Denali model.)

Bumpers, front and rear body-color (Includes Silver painted rear skid plate.)

Headlamps, halogen projector lamp

Glass, deep-tinted (all windows, except light-tinted glass on windshield and driver- and front passenger-side glass)

Mirrors, outside heated power-adjustable, satin chrome

Wipers, front intermittent with washers

Wiper, rear intermittent with washer

Door handles, chrome (Satin chrome with Denali model.)

Audio system, Color Touch AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo with MP3 playback includes 7" diagonal color touch-screen display, USB port, AUX port and iPod support (Includes IntelliLink. May be upgraded to (UHQ) Color Touch Navigation with IntelliLink.)

Audio system feature Pioneer premium 8-speaker system with subwoofer and amplifier

SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2017 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus listening on the app and online is included, so you'll hear the best SiriusXM has to offer, anywhere life takes you. Welcome to the world of SiriusXM. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. To cancel you must call us at 1-866-635-2349. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. All fees and programming subject to change.)

Audio system feature, USB port

IntelliLink includes Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones; Hands-Free smartphone integration with Pandora and Stitcher smartphone compatible; voice-activated technology for radio and phone

Bluetooth for phone personal cell phone connectivity to vehicle audio system (Upgraded to IntelliLink, includes Bluetooth streaming audio for music and select phones with (UFU) Color Touch AM/FM/SiriusXM stereo with MP3 playback or (UHQ) Color Touch Navigation with IntelliLink.)

OnStar 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot connects to the Internet at 4G LTE speeds; includes OnStar Data Trial for 3 months or 3GB (whichever comes first) (Visit www.onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data. Available Wi-Fi requires compatible mobile device, active OnStar service and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T.)

Seats, front bucket

Seat trim, perforated leather-appointed

Seats, heated driver and front passenger

Seat adjuster, driver 8-way power and power lumbar

Seat adjuster, passenger 8-way power and power lumbar

Seats, rear bench, 3 passenger with manual fore/aft adjustment, 60/40 split seatback and recline feature

Floor mats, carpeted front

Floor mats, carpeted rear

Sill plates, front illuminated, Denali specific

Console, front center, with arm rest and concealed storage

Cupholders 2 front and 2 rear and 2 additional in rear center armrest

Steering wheel, 4-spoke leather-wrapped with wood and mounted cruise and audio controls

Steering column, tilt and telescopic

Instrumentation includes speedometer, single trip odometer, fuel level, engine temperature and tachometer

Driver Information Center monitors 26 various systems including, Vehicle Information Menu (oil life, tire pressure, standard/metric units) and Trip Information Menu (trip 1, trip 2, fuel range, average fuel economy, instant fuel economy, average vehicle speed) and compass display

Windows, power with driver and front passenger Express-Down

Door locks, power programmable with lockout protection

Remote Keyless Entry

Remote vehicle start includes extended range Remote Keyless Entry

Cruise control, electronic with set and resume speed

Universal Home Remote includes garage door opener, programmable

Theft-deterrent system, content theft alarm and engine immobilizer

Air conditioning, single-zone automatic climate control

Defogger, rear-window electric

Power outlets 4 auxiliary with covers, 12-volt, includes 2 front, 1 second row and one in the cargo area

Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming

Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated vanity mirrors

Assist handles, front passenger and rear outboard

Lighting, interior with theater dimming, center-mounted dome, rear cargo area, dual front map lights and ambient lighting on integrated center stack (Includes ambient lighting on door pull cups, center console area and center console cupholders.)

OnStar Guidance plan for 3 months, including Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Advanced Diagnostics and more (trial excludes Hands-Free Calling) for 6 months, including Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Advanced Diagnostics and more (trial excludes Hands-Free Calling) (Visit www.onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data.)

OnStar Basic plan for 5 years includes limited vehicle mobile app features, Monthly Diagnostics Report and Dealer Maintenance Notification (Basic Plan available for 5 years from the date of vehicle delivery and is transferable. Does not include Emergency, Security or Navigation services.)

StabiliTrak, stability control system with traction control

Daytime Running Lamps, LED

Air bags, dual-stage frontal and thorax side-impact, driver and front passenger, and head curtain side-impact, front and rear outboard seating positions (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

Air bag, Passenger Sensing System sensor indicator inflatable restraint, front passenger/child presence detector (Always use safety belts and the correct child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert

Side Blind Zone Alert

Rear Park Assist

Rear Vision Camera

Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning

Tire Pressure Monitor System (Does not monitor spare.)

Safety belts, 3-point, front and second row all seating positions

Door locks, rear child security

LATCH system (Lower Anchors and Top tethers for CHildren), for child safety seats