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GMC Announces Next-Generation Terrain and Trims
The 2025 compact SUV, expected to be released in late 2024, offers an optional rear camera mirror and more than 15 safety and driver assistance features.

The new two tone roof can be seen in a rear 3/4 view of the 2025 GMC Terrain Elevation.
Photo: GMC
GMC revealed the next-generation 2025 Terrain with a new design, launching first in the Elevation trim. The new MY delivers more standard technology and equipment for the compact SUV.
All Terrains come standard with a 1.5L Turbocharged engine, offering 175 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque and up to 1,500 pounds max trailering. All-wheel-drive, an 8-speed automatic transmission, and 17-inch wheels are standard on the Elevation trim at launch.
"The 2025 GMC Terrain builds on GMC's strengths and offers our latest premium technology and safety features while bringing a fresh, bold design to our two-row SUV," Duncan Aldred, global vice president of Buick and GMC, said.

The 2025 GMC Terrain Elevation's interior features a 15-inch-diagonal premium GMC Infotainment Center and 11-inch-diagonal Driver Information Center.
Photo: GMC
Overall Tech Takeaways
Every 2025 Terrain comes standard with more than 15 safety and driver assistance features, heated front seats, and a heated steering wheel. New for 2025, the suite of standard safety and driver assistance features includes:
Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking
Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking
Rear Cross Traffic Braking
Reverse Automatic Braking
Side Bicyclist Alert
Blind Zone Steering Assist
The 2025 Terrain comes with standard tech across all three trims, including a 15-inch-diagonal Premium GMC Infotainment System and an 11-inch-diagonal driver information center. Up to three applications can be viewed simultaneously on the 15-inch-diagonal screen.
Using the touchscreen or standard Google Assistant, drivers can reply to text messages, get directions through Google Maps, or control select vehicle functions, which could help fleets prevent distracted driving.
New for 2025 are up to eight available camera views, including an optional rear camera mirror – a first for the GMC Terrain.
Additional available technologies include:
5G Wi-Fi hotspot capability
HD Surround Vision camera
Rainsense wipers
Heated wiper park
AutoSense power liftgate (automatically opens the liftgate in the presence of the key fob)

The next-generation GMC Terrain lineup includes Elevation, AT4 and Denali trims. The 2026 MY Terrain AT4 and Denali shown.
Photo: GMC
AT4 and Denali Expected Release and Specs
In 2025, GMC will launch the 2026 model year AT4 and Denali trims.
Standard content on the next-generation AT4 includes:
Selectable AT4-exclusive Terrain Mode
Lifted ride height
Metal underbody protection shield
Animated headlamps and taillamps
Red front recovery hooks
17-inch All-Terrain tires
AWD and Hill Descent Control
Denali standard features include:
Outboard front and rear heated seats
Animated headlamps and taillamps
19-inch wheels (20-inch wheels available)
Unique Smart Frequency Dampers for improved ride comfort
AWD and Hill Descent Control

A front 3/4 view shows the compact SUV's redesigned grille, which shares design cues with GMC's truck lineup.
Photo: GMC
The Terrain's Truck-Inspired Design
The 2025 Terrain has a new grille that now shares design cues with GMC's truck lineup by connecting the new headlamps to the lower fog lights. It will also offer a GMC Terrain-first two-tone roof option in black or gray.
The new interior offers chrome decoration sweeping the IP insert, upper door, and console armrest. Available wireless chargers are located near the armrest.
"With the next-gen Terrain and updated 2025 Yukon both slated to launch later this year, the entire GMC SUV lineup will be refreshed by year-end, giving customers the latest design, the best technology, and the best driving experience we've ever offered in our SUVs," Aldred said.
The 2025 GMC Terrain is expected to arrive in late 2024.
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