The 2010 GMC Terrain Demands Attention – For All the Right Reasons
This crossover has it all, from an ECO button to a seat-mounted DVD system.
With the fuel-efficiency of a compact, the agility of a sportscar and the design details of a luxury SUV, the 2010 Terrain is a bold new addition to GMC’s lineup. With lots of standard features and best-in-class rear legroom, this vehicle is a perfect fit for busy lifestyles.
The 2010 GMC Terrain is a crossover that gives its driver and four passengers the best in comfort and style. A 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder Spark-Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI) engine with Variable Valve Timing (VVT) develops 182 hp and 174 lb/ft of torque, and boasts a best-in-segment EPA-estimated highway fuel economy rating of 32 mpg. Simply push the ECO button and the torque converter lockup speed will be reduced to 1,125 rpm to help conserve fuel. For more power and towing capacity with the same earth-friendly attitude, consider the 3.0-liter DOHC SIDI VVT V6, which will give you 264 hp and 222 lb/ft of torque. A standard six-speed automatic transmission maximizes performance and fuel economy with both engines.
Available in front-wheel and all-wheel drive, the 2010 Terrain arrives in four trims – SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1 and SLT-2. Whichever you choose, GMC’s list of standard features is sure to keep the drive enjoyable. From a standard rear vision camera and plug-and-play USB port to standard StabiliTrak stability and traction control, the Terrain starts you off with an undeniably luxurious base model. Even better, the base MSRP is just $24,250.
The 2010 GMC Terrain is, to put it simply, solid. Riding on a 112.5-inch wheelbase with a four-wheel independent suspension system, this crossover promises tight handling and a level of agility that seems to be absent on many larger crossovers. As for design, GMC blends its famous strong, truck-like build with a modern sleekness that will please the style-conscious. Kicking Tires notes that the new Terrain is different. “It seems GM has changed every piece of sheet metal on the Terrain to make it stand out. And stand out it does.” With options like 17-inch, 18-inch and 19-inch chrome-clad wheels, Solar-Ray deep-tinted glass and a programmable power rear liftgate, the Terrain refuses to be overlooked.
Stylish, yet smart, the interior of the 2010 Terrain has everything a 21st century driver could wish for. The interior design is inspired by industrial sculpture, and includes elements like contrast stitching for that high-end look. The center console is a “floating” stack, arranged among generous amounts of fiery accent lighting. With standard and available perks like a 40GB touchscreen navigation system, remote start and XM Satellite Radio, the Terrain ensures that every driver will have exactly what they want, when they want it.
Passenger comfort is another area in which the 2010 Terrain easily surpasses its competitors. The standard MultiFlex sliding rear seat can move up to eight inches fore and aft for more legroom and greater cargo capacity. The 60/40-split rear seatback easily accommodates extra luggage with 31.6 cubic feet of rear cargo space to begin with; you may be all set. Autoblog adds up the Terrain’s storage features – “An oversized glovebox, a closed storage area in the instrument panel above the center stack, a closed storage compartment under the center armrest large enough for a laptop computer and two-tier storage in the doors.” For entertainment, passengers will appreciate the available DVD system with two eight-inch LED front-seatback-mounted screens. Now that says enjoyable family travel.
For safety, the 2010 Terrain boasts one of the most useful automobile features on the market today – OnStar. With a standard one-year Safe and Sound plan, the Terrain is equipped with automatic airbag deployment response, stolen vehicle assistance, roadside assistance, remote vehicle door unlocking, hands-free calling, accident assistance and much more. In addition to StabiliTrak, this 2010 Terrain also comes with four-wheel antilock disc brakes, dual-stage frontal airbags, thorax side-impact airbags, head-curtain side airbags and a Passenger Sensing System to make sure all passengers, especially small children, are properly noticed, seated and secured.
The minute you see that three-tier, charcoal and chrome grille coming down the street, you’ll know it’s the Terrain. With the precise handling of a smaller crossover and the head-turning presence, performance and features of a larger, luxury SUV, the 2010 GMC Terrain demands to be seen. Arrival is expected this fall. Let’s stay in touch!
