Key Features of the 2027 GMC Terrain

15" Diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System

The 15" diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System is one of the clearest signs that the 2027 GMC Terrain was designed for today’s connected driver. This large color touchscreen display is positioned to help the driver access, manage, and customize favorite in-vehicle entertainment, apps, and vehicle settings with less distraction. Its size gives menus, icons, and camera views room to breathe, which can make navigation between functions feel more natural. The system is complemented by an 11" diagonal Driver Information Center, giving the driver key information directly ahead while the central display manages infotainment and convenience controls. Google built-in is also part of the Terrain technology story, supporting a familiar digital experience for many shoppers. Whether you are checking a route, selecting audio, adjusting settings, or using available camera views, the Terrain’s digital layout feels modern and intuitive. This is especially valuable for shoppers moving from an older SUV, because the cabin immediately feels fresh without being overwhelming.

60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seats and Cargo Versatility

The Terrain’s interior is built around practical flexibility. With seating for up to five passengers and up to 63.5 cu. ft. of max cargo volume behind the first row, it gives small SUV shoppers meaningful space without moving into a larger vehicle. Behind the second row, the Terrain offers 29.8 cu. ft. of cargo volume, which is useful for errands, backpacks, small furniture, outdoor equipment, pet supplies, and road trip luggage. The 60/40 split-folding rear seats help the cabin adapt when you need to carry longer items while still preserving a rear passenger seat. GMC also adds a rear cargo underfloor storage compartment, a smart place to tuck smaller belongings out of sight. The front center console passthrough storage adds another useful area for everyday items, helping keep the cabin organized. This balance of passenger comfort and cargo adaptability is a major reason the Terrain works well as a primary household vehicle, not just a commuter SUV.

1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine and 8-Speed Automatic Transmission

Capability in the 2027 GMC Terrain begins with its power-packed 1.5L Turbo 4-cylinder engine paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The engine is designed to deliver responsive everyday performance, while the transmission helps keep acceleration smooth and composed. For many shoppers, the appeal is balance: the Terrain is compact enough for town driving, but it has enough power and confidence for highway merging, rolling terrain, and daily family use. GMC also lists 175 horsepower for the Terrain’s turbocharged engine, giving the SUV the performance needed for a wide range of driving needs. Available All-Wheel Drive adds traction support when conditions call for added confidence, and selectable drive modes help tailor vehicle response. Depending on equipment, drive modes can include Normal, Snow, Off-Road, Tow/Haul, and the AT4-exclusive Terrain Mode. When properly equipped, the Terrain can tow up to 1,500 lbs., which is enough for smaller recreational items such as a light fishing boat, single-axle trailer, or compact camper.

Over 16 Standard Safety and Driver Assistance Features

The 2027 GMC Terrain places a strong emphasis on driver awareness, with over 16 standard safety and driver assistance features listed for the Elevation trim and additional available technologies on higher trims. Blind Zone Steering Assist can alert the driver and provide a brief, firm turn of the steering wheel when a potential crash is detected with a moving vehicle in the lane being entered. Forward Collision Alert can warn the driver of a potential collision with a detected vehicle ahead and can also provide a tailgating alert. HD Rear Vision Camera displays a high-resolution digital image of the area behind the SUV when in Reverse and can show an overlay of the vehicle’s projected path. Front Pedestrian & Bicyclist Braking can help avoid or reduce the severity of certain front-end collisions with detected pedestrians or bicyclists at specified speeds. IntelliBeam can automatically switch high beams on and off based on surrounding traffic, while Rear Cross Traffic Braking can alert the driver and provide hard emergency braking when detected vehicles cross behind the SUV in Reverse.

Distinct Elevation, AT4, and Denali Design

GMC gives the Terrain lineup a clear sense of choice. Elevation features an upright grille with LED headlamps and taillamps, creating a crisp, modern appearance. AT4 is designed for a more adventurous look and feel, adding an AT4-exclusive front skid plate with steel underbody shield, LED fog lamps, red recovery hooks, lifted ride height, and 17" Dark Machined aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires. Denali brings a more premium visual identity through a signature Galvano chrome grille, chrome accents on the side and rear, animated headlamps and taillamps, 19" Midnight Silver machined-face aluminum wheels, and available upscale comfort features. The available two-tone roof in Sterling Metallic or Ebony Twilight Metallic adds another layer of visual distinction. Available exterior colors include Onyx Black, Downpour Metallic, Sterling Metallic, Summit White, Titanium Rush Metallic, Volcanic Red Tintcoat, and White Frost Tricoat. Inside, the available panoramic sunroof with power sunshade brings an open, premium feeling to the cabin, while Denali offers perforated leather-appointed heated and ventilated 8-way power front seats.