2026 GMC Terrain Performance

When drivers are shopping for a capable compact SUV, many turn to the latest GMC Terrain. Offering impressive performance in a slim package, the 2026 GMC Terrain ensures you have the power you need for your busy Salem lifestyle. Learn more about the 2026 GMC Terrain specs, from its available transmissions to its fuel economy ratings, with this performance guide from Lum's GMC. 

2026 GMC Terrain Engine Specs

A single 1.5L turbocharged four-cylinder engine powers the 2026 GMC Terrain lineup, ensuring you receive competent capability regardless of which trim you prefer. That said, drivers can customize their 2026 GMC Terrain specs by choosing between front-wheel and all-wheel drivetrains, as each provides slightly different torque for the Newberg roads. See the 2026 GMC Terrain engine specifications below for the full breakdown:

• Engine: 1.5L turbocharged 4-cylinder
• Drivetrain: Standard front-wheel drive; available all-wheel drive
• Transmission (FWD): Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT)
• Transmission (AWD): 8-speed automatic
• Horsepower: 175 hp
• Torque (FWD/AWD): 184 lb-ft / 203 lb-ft

2026 GMC Terrain Towing Capacity

Due to the differences in torque, the GMC Terrain drivetrain you choose will also affect your available towing capacity. Explore the 2026 GMC Terrain towing capacity by drivetrain below to discover which gives you the power you need for your Hillsboro adventures:

• 2026 GMC Terrain Towing Capacity (FWD): 800 pounds
• 2026 GMC Terrain Towing Capacity (AWD): 1,500 pounds

2026 GMC Terrain MPG Ratings

Though the GMC Terrain engine prioritizes power, that doesn’t mean this compact SUV compromises on fuel efficiency. Depending on the drivetrain, you can expect GMC Terrain gas mileage ratings as high as26 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. Get the rundown of all the GMC Terrain mpg ratings here:

• 2026 GMC Terrain MPG Ratings (FWD): 26 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 27 mpg combined
• 2026 GMC Terrain MPG Ratings (AWD): 25 mpg city / 28 mpg highway / 25 mpg combined

Test-Drive a New GMC Terrain at Lum's GMC

Now that you’ve read about the 2026 GMC Terrain specs online, it’s time to experience them from behind the wheel at Lum's GMC. Contact us online or by phone at (503) 376-6642 to schedule a test drive at our McMinnville dealership, and our team will walk you through all the exciting performance features and accessories you can expect from this new GMC SUV.