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2018 Gmc Terrain

The 2018 Gmc Terrain is a compact SUV, rated at 28 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

2018 Gmc Terrain
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Combined MPG
28
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$30,000
Recalls
5

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeGmc
ModelTerrain
Model year2018
Vehicle classCompact SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic 9-spd
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG26
Highway MPG30
Combined MPG28
CO₂ tailpipe316 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2200

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Terrain AWD32 MPG combined
Terrain AWD23 MPG combined
Terrain AWD26 MPG combined
Terrain FWD32 MPG combined
Terrain FWD24 MPG combined
Terrain FWD28 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City26 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined28 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Terrain28 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 13% 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
$7,179

$1,436/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG28
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (5)

  • AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE18V340000 · 2018-05-24

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 GMC Terrain vehicles. The sensing diagnostic module (SDM) that senses a crash and deploys the necessary air bags may not power down correctly when the vehicle is shut off, causing it to be inoperative when the vehicle is restarted.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the SDM with updated software, free of charge. The recall began June 29, 2018. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18179.

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER18V576000 · 2018-08-30

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Equinox, Impala, Cruze, Volt and Bolt EV vehicles, GMC Terrain vehicles, Buick Lacrosse and Regal vehicles, Cadillac XTS and XTS Professional vehicles and 2018 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles. The rear brake caliper pistons may have an insufficient coating causing gas pockets to form, potentially reducing rear brake performance.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will bleed the vehicle's brake system, free of charge. The recall began October 11, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18279.

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP18V358000 · 2018-05-31

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION20V668000 · 2020-10-29

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Chevrolet Cruze and Buick LaCrosse, 2018-2020 Chevrolet Equinox, Chevrolet Traverse and GMC Terrain, 2018 Chevrolet Malibu, 2019-2020 Buick Encore, Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, Chevrolet Blazer and GMC Acadia, and 2020 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The start/stop accumulator endcap may have missing bolts.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the start-stop transmission accumulator and replace it if any bolts are missing, free of charge. The recall began December 15, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202313440.

  • POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT17V516000 · 2017-08-22

    General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2018 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles and 2017-2018 GMC Acadia vehicles. The right front intermediate driveshaft may fracture and separate while driving.

    Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the right front intermediate drive shaft assembly, free of charge. The recall began August 25, 2017. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 17329.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2018 Gmc Terrain?

The 2018 Gmc Terrain is EPA-rated at 28 MPG combined (26 city / 30 highway).

Is the 2018 Gmc Terrain reliable?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2018 Gmc Terrain. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2018 Gmc Terrain?

The 2018 Gmc Terrain earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2018 Gmc Terrain?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2018 Gmc Terrain costs roughly $1,436 per year to fuel, or about $7,179 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2018 Gmc Terrain?

The 2018 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