drzoidberg

2012 GMC Terrain SLT-1 "Trim" AWD V6 interior.

When I first drove the 2010 GMC Terrain a few years ago, I hated it. No doubt compounded by the sudden electrical problems I experienced as well. However, I took a chance with the 2012 model. I'm happy to say that they've made a few important changes which have given me a more favorable impression; also, this is a high trim level, and it's pretty nice.

I think the spotter mirrors have been added for the 2012 MY only?

The particular model I'm driving stickers for $37K!!, and has nearly every single option available. SLT-1 Trim + AWD + V6 + leather seats + upgraded Pioneer audio system with hard-drive, + rear power liftgate + sunroof + chrome appearance package + 19" chrome clad wheels


PROS:

- GM MyLink system works well. Offers Pandora streaming capabilities.
- Dashboard feels solid and high quality.
- 8 speaker Pioneer sound system with subwoofer sounds great! Don't know why they use the awful Bose system on the GMC Acadia.
- V6 provides competent acceleration.
- 7" color touchscreen is very clear and easy to use. Rearview camera display has been relocated to the touchscreen, instead of being mounted in the rearview mirror (2012 MY change only).
- Much better visibility, thanks to simple addition of driver's and passenger's side blind spotter mirrors.
- HVAC blows quickly and powerfully.
- New GM corporate steering wheel is comfortable to handle.
- Comfortable leather seats with French stitching.
- Big 19" alloy wheels.
- Cabin is quiet and dampened.
- Visually striking and more unique than its Chevy Equinox cousin...

CONS:

- I still find the exterior to be polarizing and ugly.
- Steering slightly on the heavier side.
- Brakes a bit mushy.
- Seat headrests felt insufficiently padded and hard.
- Still big blindspots, but they've been mitigated by addition of spotter mirrors.
- Rear view poor.
- Feels like a heavy vehicle.
- Options can quickly push the vehicle price tag high; the particular trim and model I'm driving costs $37K MSRP!!!
- Engine is low on torque.
- Poor fuel economy for AWD V-6 version; 16/19!!

CONCLUSION:

It's been significantly improved since I first drove (also helps that I'm driving a higher trim model with V-6). The interior is a great place to spend time. If they improved the driving dynamics and exterior design, I'd strongly recommend it.