2026 GMC Terrain Overview

The 2026 GMC Terrain is a compact SUV with engineering inspired by GM trucks, but it offers the seating capacity, legroom, and cargo space of a crossover. Whether you’re already shopping for a GMC Terrain for sale near you, or you’re only beginning to consider a new GMC Terrain for your Raleigh commute, explore our overview of the many highlights of this compact crossover with Hendrick Buick GMC Cary. Once you’ve finished reading, apply for financing and contact our team to arrange a test drive in Cary. 

New GMC Terrain: Feature Highlights 

The 2026 Terrain lineup has been expanded to include the AT4 and Denali trims. If you’re shopping for a GMC Terrain for sale near you, you’ll want to compare the features of its new trim levels to the standard Elevation trim. That way, you can determine which GMC Terrain for sale at our showroom has the right features for your Apex family: 

Elevation

• Heated front seats and steering wheel
• 15-inch diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System
• 11-inch diagonal Driver Information Center
• Over 16 standard safety and driver assistance features

AT4

• Includes or upgrades Elevation key standard features, while adding: 
• AT4-exclusive selectable Terrain drive mode
• Lifted ride height with red front recovery hooks
• Front skid plate with steel underbody shield
• 17-inch Dark Machined aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires

Denali

• Includes or upgrades Elevation key standard features, while adding: 
• Heated and ventilated front and heated rear outboard seats
• Animated headlamps and taillamps
• High-definition surround vision and rear camera mirror
• 19-inch Midnight Silver machined-face aluminum wheels and all-season tires

New GMC Terrain: Engine Specs 

No matter which GMC Terrain you choose, you’ll enjoy the same powerful 1.5L turbo 4-cylinder engine. This powertrain pairs impressive fuel economy numbers with sporty performance. Take a moment to explore key specs, from fuel economy numbers to towing capacities: 

1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine

• Standard Engine On: Elevation (FWD/AWD), AT4 (AWD-only), Denali (AWD-only)

• FWD Paired With: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)

• AWD Paired With: 8-speed automatic transmission

• Horsepower: 175 hp

• Torque (FWD/AWD): 184 lb-ft of torque / 203 lb-ft of torque

• Maximum Towing Capacity (FWD/AWD): 800 pounds / 1,500 pounds

• FWD: 26 city / 28 highway / 27 combined mpg

• AWD: 25 city / 28 highway / 25 combined mpg

• FWD Cruising Range (City/Highway): 385 miles / 414 miles

• AWD Cruising Range (City/Highway): 374 miles / 437 miles

• Required Fuel: Unleaded, regular

• Fuel Tank Capacity (FWD/AWD): 14.8 gallons / 15.6 gallons

Test-Drive a GMC Terrain for Sale Near Holly Springs

Are you ready to test-drive a GMC Terrain for sale at Hendrick Buick GMC Cary? Call our team in Cary to arrange your test drive. Our phone number is (919) 342-8196. Before you take the next step, check out our helpful overviews of the 2026 GMC Terrain interior and exterior features as well.