If you think cars are already too expensive, you’re not going to be a fan of GMC’s recent price increases. The 2025 Terrain’s new squared-off styling and redesigned interior starts at $31,395 FWD, a $1,300 increase over last year’s model Adding all-wheel drive raises the price another $2,000, bringing the total to $33,395.
The high-end AT4 and Denali will get a makeover in 2026
The base trim will also change from SLE to Elevation, offering luxury standard features such as a heated steering wheel, heated front seats, remote start, adaptive cruise control and a redesigned AT4 and new versions of the AT4 and the Denali will join the Elevation for the 2026 model year , but no new pricing has been announced. Considering the Denali currently starts at $38,600, it will likely be $40,000 more if the base trim’s price increase is any indication.
Increasing the price of the GMC Terrain does not mean a new powertrain
Despite styling changes and price increases, the GMC Terrain’s powertrain remains the same. The small SUV is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder that develops 175 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque in front- or all-wheel drive Transmission options depend on the powertrain configuration, including front-wheel drive terrain and CVT . It is, all-wheel-drive It also gets an eight-speed automatic
Rising prices make the options more attractive
The GMC Terrain’s sibling, the Chevrolet Equinox, is powered by the same 1.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder with the same powertrain. It can also be equipped with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive and the same transmission options. The FWD Equinox starts at $29,995, while the AWD starts at $31,995. It also has heated seats and a steering wheel similar to the Terrain.
That’s basically a $1,400 increase in the price of the same car below. The styling of both cars is very different; However, the Equinox takes on a more modern, dynamic shape than the triangular earth.
Final Thoughts
Higher prices alone would make the Terrain less appealing to most. However, compared to the packages you get with many of the same equinoxes, it’s even worse.
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