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2022 GMC Terrain

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

GMC Terrain
Pictured: 2019 GMC Terrain Denali, front 2.29.20. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
Body styles
4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV AWD Denali, 4dr SUV FWD
Engines
1.5L 4-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
27 combined · 25 city / 30 hwy
Length
183.1 in
Curb weight
3,448–3,801 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.

Watch out for

No weak spots against similar models in the data.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 33 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2022 GMC Terrain is a small SUV offered with a 1.5L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 183 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,622 lb (4dr SUV AWD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 27 MPG combined (25 city / 30 highway), 2% better than the 2022 small SUV average of 26.5 MPG, for an estimated $2,500 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 88 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the fuel/propulsion system.

What changed for 2022

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 Terrain — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Terrain →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV AWD183.1 in72.4 in65.4 in107.5 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,622 lb57/43
4dr SUV AWD Denali183.1 in72.4 in65.4 in107.5 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,801 lb57/43
4dr SUV FWD183.1 in72.4 in65.4 in107.5 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,448 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Terrain FWD1.5L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spdFront-Wheel Drive25 / 30 / 27+2%$2,500330
Terrain AWD1.5L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 9-spdAll-Wheel Drive25 / 28 / 26+6%$2,600342
6/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
6/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
26.5 MPG2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2022 GMC Terrain SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★16.4%
2022 GMC Terrain SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 5★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★18.5%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
StandardLane departure warning

Similar 2022 small SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2022 GMC Terrain (this car)27 MPG★★★★★4
2022 Toyota RAV440 MPG★★★★★2
2022 Toyota RAV4 Prime38 MPGNot rated3
2022 Honda CR-V38 MPG★★★★★6
2022 Toyota 4Runner17 MPG★★★★★3
2022 Hyundai Tucson38 MPG★★★★★3
2022 Subaru Forester29 MPG★★★★★1

Recalls (4)

Child Seat › Vehicle Latch Anchor · May 11, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V339000 · 668,187 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles. The four rear-seat lower child seat LATCH anchorage bars may have excessive powder coating, which could prevent a child seat from being installed with the anchorage bars. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
Risk
The inability to install a child seat with the LATCH anchorage bars could result in an unsecured child seat, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Owners are advised to install child seats using the vehicle's rear seat belts until the remedy is complete. Dealers will inspect the latch anchorage bars, and remove and replace the finish, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232403240.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump › Control/Drive Module · Jan 19, 2023

NHTSA campaign 23V013000 · 23,323 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The fuel pump module may not consistently provide sufficient fuel to the engine, resulting in an engine stall.
Risk
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 5, 2023. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222372310.
Seats · Sep 29, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V724000 · 6,895 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Chevrolet Equinox and 2022 GMC Terrain vehicles. The driver's seat may have a stripped or loose bolt at the seat frame height-adjust pivot.
Risk
A seat with a missing or loose bolt may not properly restrain the occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the driver's seat and replace the seat cushion frame, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 4, 2022. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GMC's number for this recall is N222377890.
Tires › Tread/Belt · Aug 5, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V612000 · 9,597 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles equipped with certain Hankook tires. The tires may have been manufactured with an insufficient amount of curative agent, which could cause tread separation.
Risk
Tread separation can result in a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the tire DOT numbers, and replace any affected tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 31, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782; and Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is N212343560.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2022 GMC Terrain is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

88Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
20,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Fuel/Propulsion System32
Unknown Or Other14
Engine13
Fuel System, Gasoline11
Power Train11
Electrical System10
Steering3
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump2
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/05: 224/07: 124/10: 424/11: 124/12: 125/01: 225/02: 125/03: 325/04: 325/05: 125/06: 225/07: 125/08: 325/09: 325/10: 525/11: 225/12: 226/02: 226/03: 326/04: 126/05: 326/06: 426/08: 926/09: 324/0524/1125/0225/0525/0825/1126/0326/06max 9

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2022 GMC Terrain buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Fuel/Propulsion System — 32 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
  3. Engine — 13 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Fuel System, Gasoline — 11 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 20,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 GMC Terrain. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Terrain years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Terrain26–Not rated01
2026 Terrain27181.1 inNot rated133
2025 Terrain27181.1 inNot rated013
2024 Terrain26183.1 in★★★★★153
2023 Terrain26183.1 in★★★★★241
2021 Terrain27183.1 in★★★★★236
2020 Terrain27183.1 in★★★★★2197
2019 Terrain32183.1 in★★★★★3187
2018 Terrain32183.1 in★★★★★5226
2017 Terrain25185.4 inNot rated1135
2016 Terrain26185.4 inNot rated2153
2015 Terrain26185.4 inNot rated3299

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →