GMC Terrain vs Chevrolet Traverse
Overview | |
Years produced2009-Present | Years produced2010-Present |
MSRP$40,700 | MSRP$28,150 |
Listings9536 | Listings9511 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryRedesigned in 2024, the 2025 Traverse gets a few additional changes. The base LS trim level disappears and the upscale High Country trim level is new. Chevrolet also makes the formerly optional Trailering Package standard equipment—so it’s easier to take advantage of the Traverse’s 5,000-pound towing capacity—and a new Sun and Wheel Package is available. Those updates broaden this Chevy’s appeal but do not address perceived quality issues related to the powertrain and interior materials. Verdict: Chevy gets a lot of things right with the 2025 Traverse. However, there are head-scratchers related to quality and usability. From the unpleasant engine note and cheap interior plastics to the fussy wiper controls and aggravating third-row folding process, the Traverse regularly draws unfavorable attention to itself. | |
Reviews Summary“Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 328 hp I4 | Engine1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway30 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 328 hp I4 | Engine Name1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Torque326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower328 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City25 |
MPG Highway27 | MPG Highway30 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity8 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space22.9 cu ft | Cargo Space29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight4504 lbs | Curb Weight3449 lbs |
Height70.9 in | Height65.4 in |
Length204.5 in | Length182.3 in |
Width87.9 in | Width72.4 in |
Wheelbase121.0 in | Wheelbase107.3 in |
Maximum Payload1669 lbs | Maximum Payload1015 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity5000 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity1500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2009-Present | 2010-Present |
MSRP | $40,700 | $28,150 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Redesigned in 2024, the 2025 Traverse gets a few additional changes. The base LS trim level disappears and the upscale High Country trim level is new. Chevrolet also makes the formerly optional Trailering Package standard equipment—so it’s easier to take advantage of the Traverse’s 5,000-pound towing capacity—and a new Sun and Wheel Package is available. Those updates broaden this Chevy’s appeal but do not address perceived quality issues related to the powertrain and interior materials. Verdict: Chevy gets a lot of things right with the 2025 Traverse. However, there are head-scratchers related to quality and usability. From the unpleasant engine note and cheap interior plastics to the fussy wiper controls and aggravating third-row folding process, the Traverse regularly draws unfavorable attention to itself. | “Terrain” is a misnomer as applied to this compact crossover SUV from GMC. The name suggests far more off-roading capability than is available from this restyled Chevy Equinox, and the new AT4 trim level, which equips the 2022 GMC Terrain with standard all-wheel drive (AWD), “sport-terrain” tires, and a steel front skid plate, ought to come with a disclaimer. Based on our testing, the new 2022 Terrain AT4 is all show and no go, as in: “No, you can’t go there in this small SUV.” Not without damaging it, anyway. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 328 hp I4 | 1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 30 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 328 hp I4 | 1.5L 170 hp I4 |
Torque | 326 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm |
Horsepower | 328 hp @ 5500 rpm | 170 hp @ 5600 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 25 |
MPG Highway | 27 | 30 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 8 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 22.9 cu ft | 29.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4504 lbs | 3449 lbs |
Height | 70.9 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 204.5 in | 182.3 in |
Width | 87.9 in | 72.4 in |
Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 107.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1669 lbs | 1015 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 1500 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 5000 lbs | 1500 lbs |
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