GMC Terrain AWD

20102026 · 37 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
23
Best
32

The GMC Terrain AWD has been tested by the EPA across 37 different configurations spanning model years 2010 through 2026. Over this period, the Terrain AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 32 MPG, with an overall average of 23 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,400242825MPG
2025
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdRegular
$2,400242825MPG
2024
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,400232825MPG
2023
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,300242826MPG
2022
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,300252826MPG
2021
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,300252826MPG
2020
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,300252826MPG
2020
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdPremium
$3,000212623MPG
2019
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,300242826MPG
2019
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdPremium
$3,000212623MPG
2019
1.6L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdDiesel
$2,550283832MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdPremium
$3,000212623MPG
2018
1.5L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 9-spdRegular
$2,300242826MPG
2018
1.6L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdDiesel
$2,550283832MPG
2017
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
2017
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,300162318MPG
2016
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
2016
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,300162318MPG
2015
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
2015
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
2014
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
2014
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$2,600202823MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,150162319MPG
2013
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
2013
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$2,600202823MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,150162319MPG
2012
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$2,600202823MPG
2012
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,150162319MPG
2012
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
2012
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
2011
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202823MPG
2011
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,150162319MPG
2011
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdGasoline or E85
$3,150162319MPG
2010
2.4L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$2,600202923MPG
2010
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdRegular
$3,000172420MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
25
2025
25
2024
25
2023
26
2022
26
2021
26
2020
26
2019
32
2018
32
2017
23
2016
23
2015
23
2014
23
2013
23
2012
23
2011
23
2010
23

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Terrain AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the GMC Terrain AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the GMC GMC Terrain grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
991
Total Deaths
463

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
10.9%
Fire Occurrence
2.6%
Speeding Involved
11.2%
DUI Involved
12.4%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

79%
Front
11%
Side
11%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes153
Fatalities
86
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2022
Fatal Crashes161
Fatalities
77
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2021
Fatal Crashes158
Fatalities
62
Deaths/Crash
0.39
2020
Fatal Crashes126
Fatalities
64
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2019
Fatal Crashes84
Fatalities
38
Deaths/Crash
0.45
2018
Fatal Crashes81
Fatalities
36
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2017
Fatal Crashes71
Fatalities
34
Deaths/Crash
0.48
2016
Fatal Crashes68
Fatalities
19
Deaths/Crash
0.28
2015
Fatal Crashes56
Fatalities
31
Deaths/Crash
0.55
2014
Fatal Crashes33
Fatalities
16
Deaths/Crash
0.48

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2026
1
2024
1
2023
1
2022
1
2021
1
2020
1
2019
1
2018
5
2016
1
2015
1
2014
1
2013
1
2012
1
2011
2
2010
3
Critical
Moderate
Advisory