First Look: 2025 GMC Terrain
Announcement
GMC Arabia just announced the new generation of the GMC Terrain launching in 2025. The 2025 GMC Terrain promises to enhance the safety features and technology offered by its predecessors. The truck-inspired design gives a new look to the SUV. The wide range of new features such as a two-tone roof option and spacious interior makes the vehicle stand out among its preceding models.
2025 GMC Terrain Specifications and Features
GMC Terrain is one of the most popular used GMC cars in the UAE. The 2025 GMC Terrain will be launched in three trim levels – the Elevation trim, Denali and the 2026 AT4 – and aims to deliver more features and technology in the new compact SUV model. The vehicle ensures comfort for all occupants with its unique and high-tech features and precedes the previous models when it comes to luxury and comfort. It is the most advanced model in GMC Terrain history.
Let’s explore the 2025 GMC Terrain specs and features in this detailed overview.
Performance
The new generation of GMC Terrain promises an enhanced performance of the vehicles. GMC Terrain comes with a standard 1.5-litre turbocharged engine that delivers 275.23 Nm of torque and 175 horsepower. The vehicle also has up to 680 kg of towing capacity. The elevation trim has an 8-speed transmission and all-wheel drive. Whereas, the 2026 AT4 and Denali have hill descent control along with all-wheel drive. Furthermore, the 2026 AT4 is also equipped with a selectable AT4-exclusive terrain mode.
Exterior

The new generation GMC Terrain shows up with a new attitude, an athletic stance and a new grille that shares similarities with the GMC truck lineup. The inspiration from a truck design gives GMC Terrain a fresh look. The front-end graphics are different this time around as the grille connects the headlights to the lower fog lights.
The vehicle also gives the customers a new option for personalisation. It offers a GMC Terrain-first two-tone roof option in black or grey allowing customers to customise the vehicle as they like. The elevation trim also comes with 17-inch all-terrain wheels.
The 2026 AT4 comes with a host of new features that enhance the exterior and make it the most capable Terrain AT4. The lifted ride height and metal underbody protection shield protect the vehicle while off-roading and during other adventurous rides. The 17-inch all-terrain tyres also help while driving in challenging terrains. It also comes with animated headlights and taillights along with red front recovery hooks for easier towing.
The GMC Terrain Denali introduces luxury to the SUV with top-notch technology and incomparable craftsmanship. The Denali trim is available with 19-inch wheels. Customers can also opt for 20-inch wheels for the vehicle. To increase the comfort of occupants, Denali is equipped with unique smart frequency dampers. The luxury SUV also comes with animated headlights and taillights.
Interior

The 2025 GMC Terrain has a revamped interior. The design features long sweeping lines to highlight the cabin width. The IP insert, console armrest and upper door feature chrome decorations making the cabin even more attractive. Wireless chargers are located near the armrest making it convenient for all occupants. Additionally, the AutoSense power liftgate offered by the GMC Terrain automatically opens the liftgate or the back hatch simply while the key fob is present nearby.
The spacious and comfortable cabin also includes standard features such as a heated steering wheel and heated front seats. However, the GMC Terrain Delani has both outboard front and rear heated seats. Lastly, the interior is tech-forward with a 15-inch screen along with 4G Wi-Fi hotspot capability and an HD surround vision camera.
Safety Features
The new GMC Terrain comes with a host of enhanced safety features. All these ensure the safety of drivers and passengers, as well as pedestrians and other vehicles.
The new GMC safety features and driver assistance features available in GMC Terrain are as follows:
- Side bicyclist alert
- Enhanced automatic emergency braking
- Intersection automatic emergency braking
- Front pedestrian and bicyclist braking
- Reverse automatic braking
- Blind zone steering assist
- Rear cross-traffic braking
Infotainment
The new generation GMC Terrain includes a high-tech infotainment system. It comes equipped with a 15-inch-diagonal premium infotainment system and an 11-inch-diagonal driver information centre. Drivers can view up to three applications simultaneously on the standard 15-inch diagonal screen.
2025 GMC Terrain Price and Release Date
The new two-row SUV is expected to launch in 2025. GMC is yet to announce the price for the latest model for its three trim levels.
FAQs
How much will the 2025 GMC Terrain cost?
The GMC Terrain price has not been announced yet.
Is the GMC Terrain a luxury car?
The 2025 GMC Terrain Delani is a luxury SUV with a wide range of high-tech features and extraordinary craftsmanship. The front and rear heated seats along with unique smart frequency dampers and other exceptional GMC Terrain features make the vehicle a luxury car.
What was the first year of the GMC Terrain?
GMC Terrain debuted in 2010 as a mid-size crossover SUV. It later transformed into a compact crossover SUV class in 2018.
This is everything you need to know about the 2025 GMC Terrain and its trim lineup. The advanced specs of the vehicle ensure comfort and luxury and the fresh look makes it more attractive.
Since the 2025 GMC Terrain is yet to hit the roads, the older models are just as good with high technology and amazing safety features. Take a look at GMC Terrains for sale in the UAE to get your hands on the previous models.
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