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2020 Gmc Terrain

The 2020 Gmc Terrain is a compact SUV, rated at 27 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2020 Gmc Terrain
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Combined MPG
27
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$30,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeGmc
ModelTerrain
Model year2020
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 MPG27
CO₂ tailpipe325 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2300

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Terrain AWD26 MPG combined
Terrain AWD23 MPG combined
Terrain FWD27 MPG combined
Terrain FWD24 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City26 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined27 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Terrain27 MPG
Class average32.2 MPG

About 16% 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
$7,444

$1,489/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG27
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (2)

  • 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.

  • CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR23V339000 · 2023-05-11

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."

    Remedy: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232403240.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2020 Gmc Terrain?

The 2020 Gmc Terrain is EPA-rated at 27 MPG combined (26 city / 30 highway).

Is the 2020 Gmc Terrain reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2020 Gmc Terrain. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2020 Gmc Terrain?

The 2020 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 2020 Gmc Terrain?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Gmc Terrain costs roughly $1,489 per year to fuel, or about $7,444 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2020 Gmc Terrain?

The 2020 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