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2018 GMC Terrain SLE 1.5L Turbo/Satin Steel=HAPPY
Susan Holmes, 05/18/2018
2018 GMC Terrain SLE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
16 of 17 people found this review helpful
In looking at purchasing a mid-size SUV, I found a lot of options in this category. Ultimately, I purchased the 2018 Terrain, and there is plenty to love about this vehicle. The price is very competitive. It seems GMC gets it, equipping this model with the 1.5L Turbo 4cyl. It gives you fuel economy of 26 city for commuters and errand runners like me, with the power available to make quick lane changes in traffic. I test drove a 2011 Terrain, 2016 Rogue (too peppy) and a 2015 Terrain to purchasing. The SLE base model comes well-equipped, only missing power seats and roof rack. Enjoy push start ignition/finger shifters/a fully revamped Infotainment system which allows you to place calls while driving with ease to your stored Favorites. There is privacy glass in the back windows. The back seat is spacious and equipped with reading lights. The rear cargo space is about 32" deep, so luggage and duffels fit with ease for travel. No CD player but a USB for music stored on a flash drive. The Terrain looks elegant and classy; the interior is quiet and the ride is cushy. The auto stop doesn't bother me at all. I love this vehicle and look forward to many years with my 2018 GMC Terrain. I'm almost at 2500 miles, and pick up my license plates tomorrow!
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Excellent suv
jmechanic, 12/21/2017
updated 12/27/2018
2018 GMC Terrain SLE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
56 of 64 people found this review helpful
best compact crossover suv on the market right now. in my 35 years as an automotive technician I have fixed ,driven,tested and owned many vehicles and nothing compares to a GM in overall quality, performance,safety and features, despite what you read out there. this 2018 terrain is another example of that. the sle also comes with the 2.0 l turbo, not just the slt or denali. i also love the fact that GM does not use the CVT transmission on their vehicles like Honda, toyota, nissan and many others do, just to get a litle better mpg sacrificing performance. will like to point out that although many of the features on the new terrain are new to the terrain, they are not new to general motors. I recommend the 2.0L turbo over the 1.5 unless your all about mpg, another option the 1.6L turbo diesel. go test one for your self. After 3k miles i have the same opinion this is an Excellent suv but i feel gm should add magnetic ride specially to the upper trim like slt and Denali to ged rid of some road noise. Interior quality is good but should be better for the upper trim level as well. Power is Excellent transmission shift very smooth after a couple of hundred miles of driving and adapting learning is completed. Driver seat is kind of hard but after a while it gets better. Shift knob was very easy to get used to and i will say its the safest in the industry. Blind spot is an issue with this vehicle make sure to get safety package 2 with cross traffic alert and parking assist. Over all a 8out 10 for lower level and 7 out 10 for higher level.
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SLE WITH UPGRADES
Wyatt, 09/13/2018
updated 02/11/2025
2018 GMC Terrain SLE 4dr SUV (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
25 of 28 people found this review helpful
Bought this Terrain new July of 18. My wife loves this vehicle. Trouble free so far with great gas mileage and a pep in its step. Upgrade included the 2.0 liter engine and driver convenience package 1 not found on LS models. Update: 6 years under the carport now with a little over 34000 miles, still trouble free other than a battery . Great little machine. Update:6 months shy of 8 years now. 42000 miles now and still trouble free. Replaced tires at 40000.
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Terrific Terrain
J, 04/05/2018
2018 GMC Terrain SLE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
I had owned a 2010 Chevy Traverse for 8 years before buying the Terrain. I no longer needed a large 3 row vehicle so I was looking to downsize to a smaller SUV. The ride of this vehicle is definitely stiffer and not as quiet as the Traverse. But on the flip side the Terrain's steering is very responsive along with great braking. At first I wasn't sure about the firmest of the cloth seats but after driving it for 2 months I have found that they are very comfortable and supportive for longer trips. I have the electric seat and am able to fine tune them for comfort. The new style button shifter took no time at all to get used to and love the extra space it affords. The motor is the 1.4 which gives us great gas mileage but if you want a little more power you might want to test drive the 2.0 motor. Wish that GMC had installed the on/off switch for the stop and start feature as it still seems odd to me to have no motor running when stopping. I'm sure time will allow me to get used to this feature. Overall this a great SUV with a stylish interior and exterior look plus it is fun to drive! Love it!
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Biggest hassle of my life
Don’t buy terrain, 08/12/2018
2018 GMC Terrain SLE 4dr SUV AWD (1.5L 4cyl Turbo 9A)
35 of 43 people found this review helpful
I purchased a brand new 2018 Terrain in May of 2018. Had it for 5 days (approximately 200 miles) before it was towed from my house back to dealership. The car was bucking and braking on its own, would not accelerate and seemed to be slipping gears and not shifting. Got car back after dealership found nothing wrong. This occurs 3 more times, each time worse than the other. Almost caused me an accident on the highway when I went to accelerate to change lanes and the car wouldn’t accelerate at all. After the 4th time it happened I refused to take the car back from the dealership and had to either sue GM for a refund or accept a buy back and get something else. Owned car for 2 months. Only drove it approximately half the time of owning because the rest of the time it was in for service. Ended up needing a new transmission. Never been more disappointed in my life. Save yourself the safety hazard and hassle and DO NOY BUY THIS VEHICLE.
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