2011 GMC Terrain

Rating from Vehicles should perform well

(3)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		2 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"Get ready to change your oil every 4000 miles, expensive oil too (V6, 3.0 L). This engine works hard without performance output. The GM high feature engines are costly to fix and in this case, doesn't provide any value. The transmission is really odd too. I would rather have a four speed automatic if not a manual. It drives like a minivan, but is sure footed in the snow. The interior is also nice. Overall, kind of uninspiring. If you drive it nice...you can get about 23 mpg."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from chad

(1)
Comfort:		2 out of 5
Performance:		1 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		3 out of 5
Interior Design:		1 out of 5
Value for the Money:		1 out of 5
Reliability:		1 out of 5

"Owned the Terrain for about a year and have put 19k miles on it. Have taken it back to the dealer for the 4th time to due to a loud rattle noise when you crank the car up.To this day I'm still having the issue and the dealership has changed the cam accuators,timing chain and oil pump. The dealership states theres a bulletin that tells them to try diesel oil instead of synthetic like the manual calls for. The GM rep told me I need to take it to a professional mechanic... This is a GM dealership with GM mechanics! If they can't fix their own vehicles then why have mechanics there? And why sale me an extended warranty if you can't fix it! So, before you think about purchasing a Terrain with the 4 cyl motor look at the reviews regarding engine rattle & loud startup noise. Also, review the fuel mileage because it doesn't get what the sticker states!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from Family car

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"The terrain is a good suv for the money. Don't hope to get 31 mpg like advertised. Ours gets between 24and 27 with the 4 cylinder engine. If I would have known this before I would have bought a v6. But hey what can u expect from car companies they say what they have to to get u to buy it. But a good car and we are pleased with it."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from Katie

(3)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		4 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		3 out of 5

"This car is great except the gas efficiency. IT does not get 32 highway and 22 city. They make it sound like it is so gas efficient and it is a gas hog. I have the 4 cylinder as well so I should get better. Inside is roomy though."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: Used

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from Becky

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		4 out of 5
Interior Design:		3 out of 5
Value for the Money:		3 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"I I've had my 2011 for a year and have over 24,ooo miles on it, Over all I like the vechile. But I live on gravel and I'm starting to notice lots of rattles. The back window really needs a wind deflector, to keep the dirt off. The back up camera is a problem when it rains and gets dirty easily. This vechile really needs dual air controls and an automatic rear door opener. I have arthritis in my hands and it's hard to open, besides being dirty from the gravel roads I live on. I've yet to get the mileage quoted but I'm getting 28 plus on most of my over the road driving with the 4 cyl. Really makes a difference if the wind is behind or hitting you in the front. Really wish it came in a real color like red, sick to death of the colors the auto industry has decided we like. I want a true red, something that doesn't blend into the road and can be seen at a distance."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from golfunman

(4)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		3 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I recently traded in my 2009 G6 covertible for the 2011 GMC Terrain, and though there are things I miss about the G6, I have no doubt I made the right decision. Oh sure, the G6 was sportier and a much cooler car to drive. It had lots of pep and it was just a fun car, but sometimes practicality is a much more important factor. The ride in the Terrain is tremendous. It's tight, rattle free, and just a very comfortable vehicle. It's nice to sit up high with a much better view of the road. I bought the 4 cylinder model, and as of yet I am not getting the mileage as advertised, but I'm hoping to see an improvement as the car is broken in (do cars still need to be broken in?). The styling is exceptional for an SUV crossover. Plenty of room in the back seat (I wish they had put some AC vents back there) and the radio/CD player is superb. You dont get an over abundant amount of space until you put the back seats down, but much more than I had in my G6 with the top down! Overall, I am very pleased with the Terrain. I had toyed with the idea of purchasing one last year, but went with the Buick LaCrosse CXL. Trust me, this vehicle's ride rivals that of my Buick."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting

Rating from Matt

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		5 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I upgraded to an SUV when i found out i'm expecting a child. And i absolutely love this vehicle. Tons of room, awesome radio and great gas mileage. I'm getting 21 in the city and about 30 highway (4cyl). It has a very smooth ride and really quiet."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family

Rating from Charlie

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		4 out of 5

"I like the Terrain but I am not getting the 22 mpg city or the 32 mpg highway mileage that is advertised!! I have had the Terrain for about 8 months and have just over 18,000 miles on it. In town I'm getting about 17 mpg and on the highway about 26 to 27 mpg. I'm not driving 55 mph but about the speed limit on the interstate of 70 mph. I had a 2006 GMC Envoy Denali and had to replace the transmssion twice in it!! I bought the GMC again because of the entended powertrain warrenty. However every once in a while when the Terrain changes gear it "jerks" it's not smooth...maybe I'm parinoid because of the Envoy. Once again I like it OK but disappointed in the gas milage!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Work

Rating from gmc man

(5)
Comfort:		5 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		5 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"Have had this Terrain for (3) weeks and my wife and I love it. Took it on a 600 mile trip with just 250 miles on it and got in excess of 28 MPG driving at 73-74 MPH on cruise control. First fill-up prior to our trip averaged 22.2 MPG all city driving. Milage will only get better as we pile on the miles. The ride was very smooth and the cabin was very quiet at 70+ with no wind noise coming from the windows. We chose this over a Subaru Outback and are both glad we did. Try driving one, you will be impressed"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around

Rating from SATKINS

(4)
Comfort:		4 out of 5
Performance:		4 out of 5
Exterior Styling:		5 out of 5
Interior Design:		5 out of 5
Value for the Money:		4 out of 5
Reliability:		5 out of 5

"I just purchased this vehicle after driving a much larger SUV. With the current gas prices and the economy I decided to purchase smarter. I now get great gas mileage and it looks very stylish not to mention it drives very smooth."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family