2014 GMC Terrain review
GMC Terrain highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Spacious backseat that slides and reclines for added comfort
- Available V6 engine makes this crossover faster than even modern competitors
- Interior stays quiet at highway speeds
- Supple suspension soaks up impacts on rough roads
- Some advanced driver aids available
Cons
- Four-cylinder engine feels sluggish
- Less cargo space than many rivals
- Touchscreen is hard to reach
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 23 highway, 19 combined
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Comfort is king with the 2014 GMC Terrain and Terrain Denali
For those seeking a comfortable, quiet and potentially powerful compact SUV on a budget, the 2014 GMC Terrain might fit the bill.
The interior is comfortable and quiet, and the rear seats slide forward and backward nearly eight inches to optimize rear legroom or cargo space. Under the hood, the standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder does well with fuel economy, but if you want power the available 3.6-liter V6 engine is the way to go. Not only is it powerful enough to outrun even modern compact SUVs, it can also tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Of course, there’s no getting around the 2014 Terrain’s age, as a glance at the array of infotainment and climate control buttons on the dash can tell you. That said, while the Terrain obviously doesn’t have modern smartphone integration, there’s a standard USB audio input, and SLE-2 and higher trims have Bluetooth® audio streaming. Driver assist tech is limited, but includes forward-collision warning and lane-departure alert. Denali trims get blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.
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What is new for the 2014 GMC Terrain?
- SiriusXM Trial Available features are now available as options on select trims.
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What We Like
V6 Power: Even though it’s older, the 2014 GMC Terrain has a trick up its sleeve: A powerful V6 engine. Not only is it enough to outpace newer compact SUVs, it can also tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped, pretty good for this class.
Rear Seat Flexibility: We like the sliding rear seat of the 2014 Terrain, which allows you to optimize cargo space with the seat all the way forward, or legroom with it in its rearmost position. In fact, it’s enough to give this older vehicle more legroom and cargo space than its successor (2018-present), albeit by just a little bit.
Interior Comfort: You don’t have to get the luxury-level Terrain Denali to get a comfortable interior and smooth ride. Every GMC Terrain benefits from this, thanks to extensive sound deadening and a soft suspension. That all goes double for the upscale Denali.
What Needs Improvement
Interior Space: By external measurements, the Terrain is a “tweener” vehicle, slotting somewhere between rivals like the Honda CR-V and the bigger Ford Edge. However, the interior is actually smaller than both. While what you get is comfortable, if you need maximum interior and cargo space, the Terrain comes up a little short.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4 out of 5
26 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 9 |
|---|---|
| 4 Stars | 12 |
| 3 Stars | 3 |
| 2 Stars | 1 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
RepairPal gave the GMC Terrain an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks GMC Terrain 11th out of 29 among Compact SUVs.
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Denali 2WD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Pioneer Sound System
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Full Roof Rack
- Navigation System
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Rear Entertainment System
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.4L
Horsepower
182
Torque (ft-lbs)
172
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
18
Wheelbase
112.5"
Overall length
185.3"
Width
72.8"
Height
66.3"
Leg room
F 41.2"/R 39.9"
Head room
F 39.8"/R 39.2"
Front tires
P235/55R18
Rear tires
P235/55R18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
225/1500 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2014 GMC Terrain FAQ
The 2014 GMC Terrain is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Denali: 22 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- SLE: 22 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
- SLT: 22 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
The GMC Terrain received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the GMC Terrain as 10 out of 29 among Compact SUV
The 2014 GMC Terrain has received an average 4.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2014 GMC Terrain, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2014 GMC Terrain Reviews.
The 2014 GMC Terrain has a maximum towing capacity of 1500 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2014 GMC Terrain:
- SiriusXM Trial Available
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