2016 GMC Terrain

$1,500
from
201
listings
$2K–$18K
price range
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Low$1,500
High$17,988
From$1,500
Avg Mileage111,567 mi
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Sourced from 201 active dealer listings as of

2016 GMC Terrain Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,500
$2K–$18K
201 listings111,567 avg miles
AT4
From$15,795
3,117 listings|$16K–$48K
Denali
From$1,500
2,906 listings|$2K–$63K
Elevation
From$16,980
5,180 listings|$17K–$42K
SLE
From$625
3,681 listings|$625–$37K
SLT
From$900
2,675 listings|$900–$42K

2016 GMC Terrain Pricing

Price Trend

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GMC Terrain Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 147 complaints, the 2016 GMC Terrain rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
147
Complaints
9
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
16V4490002016-21-06
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

If the information on the certification labels is incorrect, the operator may install incorrectly sized tires or rims or may improperly inflate the tires, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V1370002022-08-03
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles. A reflection caused by the headlight housings may illuminate areas above the vehicle and outside of the driver's view with excessively bright light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

The bright reflection may cause a glare for other drivers, reducing their visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2016 GMC Terrain's biggest weak point? VISIBILITY/WIPER. It leads 147 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Visibility/wiper45
02Engine33
03Exterior Lighting9
04Unknown Or Other7
05Air Bags5
147 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov

GMC Terrain Fuel Economy

18–26mpg combined
·
16-22city
·
23-31hwy
·
$1,700-$2,450/yr

Fuel economy for the 2016 GMC Terrain ranges from 18 to 26 MPG combined across 5 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Terrain FWD - Automatic 6-spd
26mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr6/10 Average
Terrain AWD - Automatic 6-spd
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Terrain FWD - Automatic 6-spd
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,200/yr4/10 Average
Terrain AWD - Automatic 6-spd
18mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
16 city23 hwy~$2,450/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2016 GMC Terrain

42States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Michigan (11%), but the remaining listings are spread across 41 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2016.

2016 GMC Terrain Buyer FAQ

What to know before you buy

Is the 2016 GMC Terrain a good car to buy?

The 2016 GMC Terrain has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is visibility/wiper, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2016 GMC Terrain?

NHTSA shows 2 recall campaigns for the 2016 GMC Terrain. Before buying, verify all recalls are complete. The dealer must fix them at no charge. See the safety section for the full list.

What's the gas mileage of the 2016 GMC Terrain?

Depending on configuration, the 2016 GMC Terrain delivers 18–26 MPG combined. Choose wisely. The full comparison shows how engine choice affects your wallet.

What are common problems with the 2016 GMC Terrain?

VISIBILITY/WIPER is the number-one complaint area for the 2016 GMC Terrain, based on 147 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2016 compare to other GMC Terrain years?

The 2016 sits at a specific point in the GMC Terrain lifecycle. The model overview compares all years side by side.

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