2018 GMC Terrain & Terrain Denali Specs & Key Features: A Closer Look

The next-generation Terrain is the compact SUV GMC needed back in 2018.

Powered by a 170-hp, 1.5L turbo engine mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission, the 2018 GMC Terrain is completely new – from the more streamlined styling to more available features and advanced safety technologies than the outgoing model.

Some of the standard features include a flat-folding front passenger seat which isn’t common in today’s utility vehicles (but should be); keyless open and start; LED daytime running lights both front and rear; and for a better drive, a Traction Select system that’s driver controllable.

GM’s OnStar comes standard with the Basic Plan free for five years; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also included, along with access to a standard in-vehicle OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot which does require a subscription (US customers can opt for the unlimited data plan for $20/month through AT&T).

Check out our full 2018 GMC Terrain first drive review here.

2018 Terrain Key Specs:

Engine2.0L turbo DOHC DI VVT
Power252 / 188 @ 5500 rpm
Torque260 / 353 @ 2500-4500 rpm
TransmissionHydra-Matic 9T50 nine-speed automatic
BrakesFour-wheel disc with ABS and ESC; Duralife rotors with low-drag calipers
Wheels19-in. aluminum
TiresP235/50R19
Wheelbase107.3 / 2725
Headroom (in / mm)Front: 40.0 / 101 (w/o sunroof), 38.2 / 970 (w/ sunroof)
Rear: 38.5 / 970 (w/o sunroof), 36.9 / 936 (w/ sunroof)
Legroom (in. / mm)40.9 / 1040 (front)
39.7 / 1008 (rear)
Max Cargo Volume (cu. ft. / L)29.6 / 838 (behind rear seat)
63.3 / 1792 (rear seat folded)
81 / 2293 (front pass. seat and rear seat folded)
Fuel Economy: City22 (FWD)
21 (AWD)
Fuel Economy: Highway28 (FWD)
26 (AWD)

GMC Terrain 2018 Denali Model

There’s always the group that needs to step it up and adding Denali to anything GMC is the way to go. The all-wheel drive Terrain Denali starts at $40,245 US for all-wheel drive and $38,495 for the front-wheel drive model.

Stepping up to the Denali version adds a standard 252-hp, 2.0L turbo engine while rolling on 19-inch ultra-bright machined aluminum wheels. LED headlamps, a heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, hands-free power programmable liftgate, an 8-inch diagonal infotainment system with navigation, and Bose premium seven-speaker audio system are all equipped in this trim level. Plus, a list of added safety features including Side Blind Zone Alert with Lane Change Alert.

Here are some of the 2018 Terrain Denali’s key features:

  • Satin-chrome multidimensional grille
  • 19-inch ultra-bright machined aluminum wheels with dark-painted pockets
  • Bright roof rails, door handle surrounds, outside mirror caps and body-side moldings
  • Denali-specific suspension tuning and urethane spring isolators
  • Denali-specific leather-trimmed seating and heated front seats, with Denali logo on the front seats
  • Denali-logo aluminum sill plates, Denali-specific interior trim color, dual-zone automatic climate control
  • 8-inch-diagonal GMC Infotainment System  with Navigation and supporting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • 4.2-inch multi-color driver information center
  • Available Comfort Package includes ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and wireless device charging

2018 GMC Terrain Photos

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Shooting cars and bikes professionally since film was a thing, for over 20 years, Amee has collaborated with the major automakers and agencies, and his work has been published in various global outlets including MotorTrend, GlobeDrive, SuperStreet, Chicago Tribune, PerformanceBMW, and others. He’s an automotive writer and founder/managing editor of TractionLife.com, focusing on digital marketing & SEO for the past ten years (backed by a marketing degree, go figure). Find him travelling, spending time with his kids and family. Or golfing, poorly.