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2015 Gmc Terrain

The 2015 Gmc Terrain is a compact SUV, rated at 26 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.

2015 Gmc Terrain
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Combined MPG
26
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$30,000
Recalls
3

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeGmc
ModelTerrain
Model year2015
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2.4 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic 6-spd
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG22
Highway MPG31
Combined MPG26
CO₂ tailpipe347 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2400

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Terrain AWD19 MPG combined
Terrain AWD23 MPG combined
Terrain FWD26 MPG combined
Terrain FWD19 MPG combined
Terrain FWD26 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City22 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Terrain26 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 19% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$528/mo
Amount financed
$27,000
Total interest
$4,697
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5-year fuel cost
$7,731

$1,546/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG26
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (3)

  • AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW15V666000 · 2015-10-16

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro, Equinox, Malibu, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The affected vehicles have front seat-mounted side impact air bags whose inflator may rupture upon its deployment.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the side impact air bag modules, free of charge. The recall began on October 19, 2015. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 01320.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS22V137000 · 2022-03-08

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles. A reflection caused by the headlight housings may illuminate areas above the vehicle and outside of the driver's view with excessively bright light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Remedy: Dealers will install headlamp appliques, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222363740.

  • VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR22V165000 · 2022-03-17

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The ball joints in the windshield wiper module may corrode, causing one or both windshield wipers to fail.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wiper module, and repair or replace it as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on April 21, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 25, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N212352530.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2015 Gmc Terrain?

The 2015 Gmc Terrain is EPA-rated at 26 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway).

Is the 2015 Gmc Terrain reliable?

NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2015 Gmc Terrain. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2015 Gmc Terrain?

The 2015 Gmc Terrain earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Gmc Terrain?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Gmc Terrain costs roughly $1,546 per year to fuel, or about $7,731 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2015 Gmc Terrain?

The 2015 Gmc Terrain is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC