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2016 GMC Terrain consumer reviews

$27,000–$28,750 MSRP range
side view of 2016 Terrain GMC
(96 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.6
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.4
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.6
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Two week review

I have only owned my 2016 GMC Terrain Denali v6 for two weeks now but I absolutely love it! It has a comfortable ride and plenty of room for 4 adults. It can hold 5 people, but to get three in the back I'd think they would have to be slimmer adults, or kids, to sit comfortably. The middle console is really deep, up to your elbow deep. I'm tall and with the seat back you have to reach for the door controls. I'm constantly letting down the back window by mistake when I'm trying to let down the driver side window. The remote start and heated seats are wonderful on cold days! There is a slight vibration when turning the wheel from park. I took it to a dealership where they told me this is a known issue with the V6 Terrain (the 4 cylinder doesn't have this issue apparently). Other than that, so far so good! It has back up camera, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, collision warning with brake assist and other safety features. My other vehicle is almost 15 years old so it's taking me a while to get used to all this new technology!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very comfortable car, love the leather and V6!

Plenty of leg room in front and back. Drives so nice. Love the get up and go with the v6. Easy to clean leather. Big cargo space in back.

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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Best car I’ve ever owned

I love it. It drives smooth, great on gas and it’s comfortable. The backup camera is amazing, super clear even in rain or snow. Highly recommended.

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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I’m in love with it!

This is my favorite vehicle that I have owned. It is so comfortable and quiet and the ease and comfort makes me feel luxurious. I would change nothing about it.

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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Nice stylish affordable SUV

Love that it not to large. Very comfortable and has great features. Fun to drive, great gas mileage, and looks very stylish and expensive. Makes friends envious.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 3.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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My most favorite/reliable vehicle I have ever own

This [SUV] IS ONE OF THE BEST VEHICLE I EVER BOUGHT....& OWN! I WILL RECOMMEND THIS MACHINE TO ANYONE, FAMILY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS.... YOU CAN'T GO WRONG ?

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best in its category, engine, size, comfort, technology and interior. Fuel efficient, high performance, very stable and luxuries. In comparison to other cars I prefer it more than others

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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This is a great SUV!

This SUV drives more like a car and not like a truck. It is pretty good on gas, better on hwy than street way. I have owned for one month now and have gotten pretty comfortable with driving a SUV again big difference from the Camaro as far as acceleration, but once it gets going you won't even realize you are going over 70 mph...that smooth of a ride. The only con so far is there is a traction button that auto on when start so you have to remember to click off unless weather is bad like rain and you need extra traction.

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

This car is an excellent purchase. Hits everything I was looking for. Very comfortable and has great options. The price was great. Definitely recommend to others

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 Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Very good vehicle...

We leased this vehicle in 2015 and enjoyed it very much. Average gas milage with the 3.6 V6 AWD was around 26 mpg highway and 19 mpg city. 28,000 mile of driving only one service appointment (other than oil changes) for a bad injector. A loaner was provided by GM.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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