Driving Experience
Includes acceleration and handling
What Owners Say
"The acceleration is absolutely horrible. It’s the most poochy vehicle I have ever driven."
Chris N., IA (2011 GMC Terrain)"It hesitates at times when accelerating. Already spent over $500 on suspension issues."
Anonymous, MN (2011 GMC Terrain)"it has never causd any trouble"
Anonymous, MN (2011 GMC Terrain)"The V6 engine has been of great use living in a mountainous region. I would not buy a vehicle without a V6."
Anonymous, NV (2011 GMC Terrain)"L4 engine is seriously lacking in power. At 100K miles, we have started an oil consumption test via the gmc dealer. Otherwise, it has been very dependable."
Anonymous, SC (2011 GMC Terrain)"trying to accelerate is like winding a rubber band ! MPG is nothing close to what GM claimed."
DENNIS H., AR (2011 GMC Terrain)"Handling is fine. As a 4-cylinder large vehicle, it's pretty gutless going up grades. If the incline is too steep, as some are in my area, I lose acceleration while pushing the gas pedal to the floor. On level surfaces, it is fine."
Anonymous, CA (2011 GMC Terrain)"Nice riding vehicle and chairs have great padding for long trips. The acceleration has a lot of lag and you need to punch the gas pedal to get the vehicle to move."
MICHAEL H., NC (2011 GMC Terrain)"traction is not good at all in wet weather,starting or stopping."
LEROY B., OH (2011 GMC Terrain)"Handles very well in the winter, we feel very safe driving this vehicle"
DAVID S., ON (2011 GMC Terrain)"Excellent handeling"
FRANCIS V., NJ (2011 GMC Terrain)"poor acceleration"
Anonymous, MI (2011 GMC Terrain)"miserable turning ratio"
Anonymous, VA (2011 GMC Terrain)
"The car provides good milage and for my needs, very good acceleration. It is very comfortable with leather seats that are heated for winter driving. The controls are easy to use and there is vdry little distraction from driving"
Charles D., CO (2011 GMC Terrain)