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2023 GMC Terrain

US · SUV · Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

The 2023 GMC Terrain is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Combined Economy
26 MPG US (9.0 L/100 km) · EPA
Drivetrain
AWD, FWD
Transmission
9-speed automatic
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
Engine1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement1.5 L
Cylinders4
AspirationTurbocharged
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionAutomatic
Gears9
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: AWD, FWD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km)
City24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km)
Highway28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

  • 23V339000: CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child…

    Remedy: Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner…

    Reported May 11, 2023. View on NHTSA

  • 22V929000: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with ventilated front passenger seats. The Occupant Classification System may not properly disable the front passenger air bag when there is a small child or child restraint detected in the seat.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger presence system, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 24, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782.…

    Reported December 15, 2022. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 3, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 3, 2026

Data verified: November 3, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2023 GMC Terrain have?

1.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2023 GMC Terrain?

Combined fuel economy is 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2023 GMC Terrain front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: AWD, FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2023 GMC Terrain?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.