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2012 GMC Terrain consumer reviews

$25,560–$27,310 MSRP range
side view of 2012 Terrain GMC
(135 reviews)
74% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.3
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 3.8
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.0
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Most Reliable car I have owned

Bought our terrain new in 2012 an have had no problems out of it at all .you set up so you can see traffic well an it runs great . Love the sun roof an all the room you have

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Terrain Great gas mileage Excellent interior.

This vehicle has more extras than slt 2 Touch screen navigational system, hands free calling 2 head rest DVD screens,,AC/DC adapter, USB port, power sunroof

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Trusty and Stylish

This car exceeded my expectations in every respect. It has proven to be durable, dependable and stylish. Six years after purchase, it still looks like new. My wife liked my 2012 Terrain so much she bought a 2013 model!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Love my terrain

This suv meets all my suv needs!! Great looking vehicle. Good mileage and great amenities for a great price!!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great in the snow!

I love, love, love this car! This is my first GMC - my second vehicle with advertised AWD (I drove a 2012 Ford Escape for about a week before trading it in for the Terrain). The Terrain drives night and day from the Escape (especially in the snow). I know it could be a difference in tires, but the Terrain feels like an all around safer vehicle. I do have a hard time with the size of vehicle and getting used to blind spots while in reverse. The ride is terrific and it's very comfortable. I do drive in Maine, and it is winter time, so I'm not getting anywhere near the advertised mileage for this vehicle. So far, with my 35 minute commute to work (back roads driving), I'm averaging about 19 MPG - was hoping for better, but we'll see what the summer brings. All around, I am very happy with the purchase of this vehicle!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Absolutely love my terrain l!!!

This suv has everything I need in a vehicle! Great in the winter good gas mileage and comfort. Engines runs smooth and low noise.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great SUV

I love my GMC Terrain. It has plenty of room and runs great. I bought it new in 2012 and it has 165,000 miles on it and it is still running great. I have replaced the basic wear and tear but never had any major issues with this car. It gets great gas mileage. It is a very affordable SUV.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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great vehicle.

Just traded in this Terrian but it still ran like a new one. Was a little sluggish on take off but handled very nice after that.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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This is absolutely the best car I have ever owned

Very sharp looking car. I have not seen another Terrain with all these options that looks this good. Very quite riding car. Clean Carfax report, no accidents and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's maintenance schedule.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great mid-sized SUV

I'm very satisfied with my used car purchase. Great look, smooth ride, comfortable riding and driving. I love the sophisticated interior. I've never driven a GMC but this is a nice first experience.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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