Sunday, July 3, 2011
2011 GMC Terrain Reviews
2011 GMC Terrain rack-mounted electric power steering system provides greater fuel efficiency on four-cylinder-equipped models, saving nearly 11 miles per tank of gas.A family of 17-inch, 18-inch aluminum and 19-inch chrome-clad wheels is available.
2011 GMC Terrain is designed for drivers looking for a smaller crossover SUV with an affordable price tag. The Terrain is GMC’s smaller alternative to the larger Acadia utility vehicle.
The 2011 GMC Terrain is available with two engine options – a 2.4 liter, four cylinder engine, and a 3 liter DOHC six cylinder option.
Pricing: pricing for the 2011 model is $24,995 MSRP. Fuel economy: most likely will remain steady at 22 mpg city/32 mpg highway
The interior of the 2011 GMC Terrain will vary depending on which trim level you purchase. At the most basic level, the Terrain will include features like air conditioning, cruise control, a trip computer, power accessories, powered front seats, OnStar, and a CD player with satellite radio and an auxiliary audio input. The Terrain scored highly in terms of front and rear seat comfort, and in quietness. The vehicle also rated better than average for its class in cargo room.
Interior features for the 2011 GMC Terrain can vary as four trim levels are available. The standard model includes front bucket seats, driver information center, remote keyless entry, rearview camera integrated with rearview mirror, air conditioning, and rear window defogger. The 2011 GMC Terrain is able to seat five people. The Terrain comes with a basic four-cylinder engine that produces 182 horsepower. A six-speed automatic transmission comes with both engines; front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is also available. Four-cylinder models have electronic power steering, while the V6 engine has regular hydraulic power steering.
On the pro side, the 2011 GMC Terrain is a relatively compact utility vehicle that still provides plenty of cargo space with MultiFlex rear bench. The ride is comfortable and fuel economy rates well for its class. Probably the best thing about the Terrain is the price tag.
The 2011 GMC Terrain is an excellent vehicle with great gas mileage that almost matches the Ford Escape Hybrid.
The 2011 GMC Terrain is available with two engines – a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, and a 3 liter DOHC six-cylinder option. An abundance of acoustic insulation and an innovative noise-canceling system (yep, like those fancy Bose headphones) are noticeably quieter cabin than its competitors, while the Terrain and the ride is comfortable seating and more indicative of a larger SUV.