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2016 GMC Terrain Review
twfarms5@gmail.com, 02/07/2018
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
124 of 127 people found this review helpful
Within the last month I purchased a 2016 GMC Terrain mainly for everyday driving and my once a week commute of two 2 hours away. In this review I will discuss the exterior, interior, performance, and technology of the Terrain. I hope this helps you decide if this is the vehicle for you. **Exterior The GMC Terrain is a sharp looking midsized SUV. If you are a young college student, grandparent, or anyone in between this vehicle can suit your style. It has nice lines and curves and comes with a reverse camera. This vehicle is also nice for tall people because it sits just a little higher up and there are no foot rales on the outside. **Interior It is easy to tell that GMC put quality into the inside of the Terrain. The seats have a stylish look to them and are very comfortable. It is roomy in the front but also in the back seats and has lots of leg room and does not feel cramped. If you travel often and need room for your luggage this would be a great vehicle to have. The trunk is fairly sized but if you fold down the back seats the vehicle has more than enough room for anything you need to move. **Performance The GMC Terrain is an excellent vehicle if you only want to use it for around town or highway driving. The breaks work very well. It is an all-wheel drive vehicle therefore it does have a slight bit of trouble in the snow but if it slips or tires spin it recovers quickly. If safety is important to you I would recommend this vehicle. **Technology This vehicle comes fully equip with a digital touch screen radio, a USB and AUX port, and Bluetooth. The display is nice and user friendly. When first purchased, this vehicle’s radio sometime shuts off on its own and would not turn back on. After doing some further research it just needed two system updates, which the dealer will normally cover the cost of. Once this is done the radio is top quality and definitely worth it. One other cool feature is the lane departure system. This lets you know when you are crossing into another lane or going off the road without your blinker, it is very useful for people who do a lot of highway driving. If you are looking for a luxury SUV for practical use, then I would recommend taking a look at a 2016 GMC Terrain. It is a nice looking, quality vehicle that you are sure to love.
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Nwmo, 09/15/2017
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
37 of 38 people found this review helpful
Love the Terrain. Great ride. Handles great. The 4 cylinder motor is a little sluggish but it's my only complaint. Get about 25 mpg on Hwy.
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Linda Young, 03/16/2018
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2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
61 of 66 people found this review helpful
Very pleased with my Terrain. This model year has bulky fenders that have now been discontinued. I prefer the bulkiness - it looks BOSS. I like the fact that it doesn't look like every other SUV on the road. It has a smoother quieter ride than the Cadillac or Subaru I recently rode in. Steering is superb. Handles well and brakes are quick and smooth. I have gotten as much as 36 mpg but the average is 26 - 28 mpg. Love the phone feature where you can call from the vehicle and have great sound talking to someone. I have a hearing deficit and I can turn up the phone volume as high as I need. Update 4-8-24. Still purring like a kitten. Love it. Very reliable. Update: Two complaints. (1) Very unhappy about the lack of a CD player. I used to listen to audiobooks while traveling. (2) Mileage not as good as previously mentioned. It averages 24 mpg now. It still has the best ride and comfort of any vehicle I have had occasion to ride in. Post note: Replaced windshield wipers 4-3-19 today for a staggering $44.00. Who would have thought they could be that expensive? The old ones were original though so they did last a long time. Update: 10-3-19 Still happy with my Terrain. The front bumper guard could be an inch or so higher. I caught it on a high curb and it was nearly ripped off. I just make sure I stop short of a curb now. 4-3-2020 Still happy. No mechanical issues or problems.
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Pat Leaper, 11/06/2017
2016 GMC Terrain Denali 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Excellent Value compared to German counter parts. Excellent Technology. Poor turning Radius. Very comfortable ride, hugs the road well. 6cyl has poor mileage
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Second Terrian and loving it
michael Marcus, 08/11/2016
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2016 GMC Terrain SLE-2 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
47 of 58 people found this review helpful
Shop around on the internet to find the best price available for the particular model you want before you negotiate with dealership for further reduction. Prices do vary I have noticed from dealership to dealership. I traded in my 2015 owned since 2014 Terrain SLE1 for my new 2016 Terrain SLE2. Most noticeable upgrade on the 4cyl engine is the power. Truly impressed. Gave it about 17 more horse power, you can feel the difference in acceleration on highways. Backup camera made improvements as well especially for parking. On my SLE2 model GMC to access Virtual Advisor feature, on you say OnStar command, I finally figured this out, GM didn't know and OnStar told me NYS discontinued this feature, not true. I'm a happy camper about this again. Car interior is also quieter than previous model. Styling upgrade although modest makes a nice statement especially with the new LED lights and redesigned hood. Not sure why Edmunds is down on this model but it is a well priced, beautifully made, nice riding SUV. I am very happy now owning my second one. I would not have done this if I were unhappy with my first one. Remember I own I don't lease. Not into throwing my money away . It doesn't grow on trees in my house. One more thing MPG is lower in city then advertised but show me one that isn't. Getting about 16 MPG city right now but should go up once its broken in, highway haven't done a trip yet, but based on other terrain I had I'm expecting about 28 MPG not using ECO button. Another nice thing why I could trade in my 2015 after owning it for 18 months was trade in value, seems it maintained its value well enough to afford me the opportunity to buy the newer model, reset the warranties, get a new SUV with no miles and once again start over again. How much is that worth when you invest your savings? Another consideration when considering this SUV.
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Many great characteristics but a few annoying ones
Sensible, 12/18/2016
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
This is an SUV. Supposed to be suitable for sports and utility use, right? The materials in the cargo area need to be better suited for that use. Even with the factory cargo mat, burrs, dirt, sawdust etc impregnates into the surrounding carpet like on the seat back. It's like Velcro! Vacuuming only pushes it deeper into the fabric. The plastic in the cargo area dents and scratches too easily - materials should be more resilient. Inside of the tailgate should be faced with rubber not semi-hard plastic that is easily damaged. Mechanically this SUV is great. 11k mile and zero issues. Quiet, comfortable ride. Once the 4 cyl engine was broken in, it has adequate power for everyday driving. Controls are easy to see, Bluetooth phone connection was simple. Handle for tilting driver's seat is award to reach when door is closed. Very nice vehicle for road trips. When folded, rear seat has an angle to it which makes loading long items problematic. Should fold flat. I have to go to a side door and pull cargo the rest of the way into the area.
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Great all around vehicle
Kista T, 02/19/2016
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-2 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
89 of 115 people found this review helpful
you will not be disappointed with the performance or appointments of the GMC Terrain. We drove a Tahoe for many years with children and pets, and looking for a downsize without the small car feel. THIS TERRAIN FITS THE BILL. I do not feel like I am driving in a small SUV, I feel comfort and space I did not notice in many competitors while test driving and comparison shopping. Again, I have been extremely pleased with our selection and looking forward to years of service out of our GMC.
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I am IN LOVE with this SUV!!
Caitlin, 11/12/2019
2016 GMC Terrain SL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Previously owned a Chevy Trailblazer, Jeep Liberty and most recently a 2009 Chevy Cobalt.. I knew I wanted a Terrain when I started looking at vehicles. I went to a local GM dealer and just wanted to test drive them. I have looked at them for a year and never drove one.. Went into the dealership, test drove an AWD 2016 Terrain and left with it that day. Absolutely fell in love with it. The exterior is beautiful to me. I love the bulky fenders and the hood on it. Being a 22 year old female, I wanted something sporty looking as well as safe for Ohio winter weather. The interior is super comfortable. GM really took their time with detail on this model. I love the red stitching in the seats. Touch screen radio and AUX in the center consul. This is great because I can hide my AUX cord when not in use. Inside of the center consul, there is a bright light that allows you to see when its dark out. I love that! The speakers are also great. I am someone who likes to play loud music with some bass in it. You can adjust your bass, tremb, etc. The cargo area is very roomy. I have a 100+lbs dog that stays back there when he is with me. I purchased a barrier off of amazon so he cannot jump over the back seat. Highly recommend that also! Overall winter driving.. Just had our first snow here in NE Ohio. Roads were wet and a little slick. I purposely tried to get it to slide at a stop sign and it would not. Handled great on the slushy roads!!! I think AWD is a MUST if you live anywhere it snows. I will own this one for a little while, but I plan on sticking with the GMC Terrain in the future. I LOVE THIS VEHICLE.
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Great buy
Mike rowe, 09/09/2016
2016 GMC Terrain SLT 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Under powered otHer wise super car
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Nice crossover, needs a bit more power
IndianaDriverD, 05/28/2019
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
This is my first Terrain. When I test drove this car, I was actually looking at the Equinox' first. My wife liked the Equinox look but I liked the Terrain better. It looks more like a truck which I liked. The good of the car is that it is very comfortable ride- very quiet, good shock absorption, and comfortable seats with plenty of room for passengers and driver. The bad is the 4 cylinder engine is very weak. It lacks power which many cars normally have. It isn't imperative for me to have a ton of power so it works for this season of life for me but when I'm in high speed traffic it would be nice to have. You feel a bit like a turtle moving slowly along. That being said, it's a good car for a small family looking for a comfortable cruiser or someone who doesn't need a lot of power.
TOO MANY BLIND SPOTS!
Kelly, 09/27/2019
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
In today's car world, most cars run pretty well. My 2016 GMC Terrain runs great. However, I CANNOT STRESS how many blind spots there are. TWICE I went to pull out of a street making a left handed turn and almost hit a car. The metal between the windshield and the right front passenger window is a complete blind spot. I also encounter problems when driving on a highway and I cannot see vehicles on either my left or right side. BE CAREFUL. I cannot wait until I can rid of this vehicle. I do not feel safe driving it whatsoever!
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Jared Novak, 05/01/2019
2016 GMC Terrain SLT 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
This is my 19th vehicle in only 6 years of driving. I’ve have owned so many vehicles it this is the best overall. It feels and looks more expensive than it is. And I knew when I was shopping I had to have a American compact suv. This one gets better gas mileage, has a higher resale value, has higher safety scores, and according to consumer reports has the highest reliability of the three American (escape,terrain/equinox,Cherokee) utes. I get 25 mpg city and 30 on the highway and I’m not a light footed driver. Mine is fully loaded the navigation works get the WiFi is so fast and convenient. All of the safety systems make it impossible to crash and I have the brown saddle leather seats and they are so good looking. The transmission can have a rough shift here and there but that and some cheap plastics are my only gripe. I would have preferred the v6 but I’m very happy with the 2.4 Ecotec it’s powerful enough and it’s quite and refined.
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Nice crossover, needs a bit more power
IndianaDriverD, 05/28/2019
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is my first Terrain. When I test drove this car, I was actually looking at the Equinox' first. My wife liked the Equinox look but I liked the Terrain better. It looks more like a truck which I liked. The good of the car is that it is very comfortable ride- very quiet, good shock absorption, and comfortable seats with plenty of room for passengers and driver. The bad is the 4 cylinder engine is very weak. It lacks power which many cars normally have. It isn't imperative for me to have a ton of power so it works for this season of life for me but when I'm in high speed traffic it would be nice to have. You feel a bit like a turtle moving slowly along. That being said, it's a good car for a small family looking for a comfortable cruiser or someone who doesn't need a lot of power.
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Squealing after 6000 miles
Cjones, 07/05/2016
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
8 of 11 people found this review helpful
So the car overall is awesome. The SUV is spacious and fits my two large dogs just fine. Only concern is recent constant squealing in the back of the vehicle.
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11 Months Dead Battery
D, 11/12/2016
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-2 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
This car is great. I've had it for 11 months, have only driven 9000 miles and I really do love my car. However, my battery died. It should be covered under warranty but still.... it should not have died. I don't leave anything plugged in and none of my lights were on. It doesn't make sense.
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Loving this SUV!
C. Smith, 03/10/2019
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I love everything about this vehicle (but I do miss the CD player). I'm all about gas mileage and this GM gem has given me as high as 37 MPH on the interstate. Highly recommend this Terrain!!
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Buford, 01/01/2022
2016 GMC Terrain Denali 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
It's been a great vehicle, 6 cylinder excellent vehicle
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Help, 02/24/2019
2016 GMC Terrain SL 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
1 of 32 people found this review helpful
I recently purchased a 2016 gmc terrain and And all I’ve been doing in the snow is slipping and sliding! I brought it back to the dealership where I purchased it and they said there is nothing wrong with the vehicle! When I make any turns my vehicle is all over the place. Is this normal?
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2016 GMC Terrain
Ron D., 09/29/2019
2016 GMC Terrain Denali 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Comfortable, good handling and decent fuel mileage. I originally leased this vehicle (with buyout ) and currently own it. I have had only 1 issue, that being a dead battery in the first 3 months. GMC support sent a ramp truck on a Sunday morning, within a 2 hour time period to my home to retrieve the car. This after having spoken to my dealers service dept ( Prime GMC in Hanover, MA.) they wanted to check everything out and promised it on Monday and wanted to give me a rental, which I declined as we have 2 vehicles in the home. The car was ready on Monday and I was told there was a dead cell in the battery. The electrical system was checked and I have had no other issues with this vehicle since. All service has been done at Prime GMC and I would not consider going anywhere else.
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Joe R, 12/29/2020
2016 GMC Terrain SLT 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Good power and handling. Good gas mileage. Love the sun roof. Good sound system.
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My RESEARCHED DREAM
Mariah, 11/02/2021
2016 GMC Terrain SLT 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I had the opportunity of finding a new car after an accident and man did I do my research on midsize suvs this model has yet to cause me any grief or disappointment. My suv takes hills like a champ when taking it to cali or Oregon. I absolutely love my GMC, it’s classy, roomy in my opinion and still technologically advanced. Only issue I seem to have with passengers is the lack of air flow to the back row wish there would be some sort of over head ac for those who have to sit in the back but it’s not an issue for me since I drive it lol
Sporty SUV
Jamila, 03/18/2022
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Love it! It’s like a small truck and SUV all in one
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I would buy it all over again!
Pat K, 09/14/2023
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-2 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I put 188,000 miles on the vehicle. I drive long distances, and the vehicle began using oil or I would still have it! Great vehicle!
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Great vehicle, loads of power
Jay W., 04/13/2024
2016 GMC Terrain SLT 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
We've had our 2016 Terrain since it was new and I still love to drive it. This is our second vehicle, so it only has 40,000 miles on it. The only repair that we had done was replacing a fuel sensor that was covered under warranty. The rest has been regular oil changes, tire rotation, etc. This car is a rocket for its size. We have the 3.6 liter V-6 version, and it moves. A little heavy on gas usage if you gun it, but I'm 74 so my fun days are behind me. I think it's the flared fenders and dark blue metallic paint that I like to most. It also has the chrome luggage rack and SLT chrome package. It may be too much chrome for today's drivers, but I'm old school. Love the car and get tons of compliments. It is beautiful when washed and polished.
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LOVE THIS SUV!
Amanda, 08/22/2024
2016 GMC Terrain SLT 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I have had numerous SUV's from Jeep to Ford and the Terrain is by far the best and most reliable. This is my favorite car!
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Good to me!
Lauren Krassner, 02/24/2025
2016 GMC Terrain SLT 4dr SUV (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This ride has been reliable! Its been good to me but I need something bigger now.
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APWU Bob, 04/27/2025
2016 GMC Terrain Denali 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2016 Terrain with all Denali upgrades in 2020. Love it from day with very low milage, 20,400. Love the entire display and blue tooth. Do not know why some complain about performance. Didn't buy it to race. Do know however when riding with cruise on 75 still got more acceleration if needed. I often drive from home in NC coast to Myrtle Beach, SC 4-hour round trip. Do know with cruise on 63 I get 33 plus mpg. It does drop to 28 however with cruise on 75. Great safety features. Very informative info on small screen behind but visible through steering wheel. So glad I brought it. If any complaint (we all have to have one) been told by local dealer and GM diagnostic the navigation maps are not up dateable but my I phone comes in fine with the blue tooth. Give it a 9 1/2 stars.
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Beware!
Kayla E, 02/02/2025
2016 GMC Terrain SLE-1 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
Beware a 2016 GMC terrain SLE. The engine consumes oil! You can’t go more than 500 miles without having to have an oil change. This car could kill you! I repeat do not buy! This car could kill you! They have had a class action lawsuit against them for scamming millions of Americans. GMC refuses to issue a recall for this hazard! They refuse to fix the issue! Beware do not buy this vehicle! It could kill you and your loved ones!
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