What is the fuel consumption of the 2026 GMC Terrain?
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (Terrain) uses 8.8 L/100 km combined (9.2 city, 8.3 highway). The 2 rated configurations range from 8.8 to 9.3 L/100 km.
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The 2026 GMC Terrain is in the Natural Resources Canada fuel-consumption ratings for new light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. 2 configurations are listed, with official L/100 km or electric range. MSRP is shown only when a separate published Canadian price has been checked.
Updated Sources: Natural Resources Canada (fuel consumption ratings)
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (Terrain) uses 8.8 L/100 km combined (9.2 city, 8.3 highway). The 2 rated configurations range from 8.8 to 9.3 L/100 km.
Yes. NRCan rates AWD configurations of the 2026 GMC Terrain.
Yes. Transport Canada has published 1 safety recall covering the 2026 or newer GMC Terrain. The list, with what to do, is in the Recalls section of this page.
Its Vehonix efficiency score is 6/10. It ranks #124 of 283 SUV models for fuel use.
The closest matches by body style and price are the Mitsubishi RVR, BMW X1 M35i xDrive, Jeep Compass and Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC SUV. The Rivals section compares price, fuel use and power.
AWD for winter
Winter tires still matter most (mandatory in Quebec Dec. 1 to Mar. 15).
Combined fuel use (NRCan)
Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.
Dimensions, capacity and EnerGuide label figures have not been verified for this model yet.
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| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | — |
| HST (13 %) | — |
| Estimated total, Ontario | — |
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No checked equipment list has been added yet. The ratings above come from the NRCan file.
Cheapest to run: Terrain, $2,726/yr · $13,632 over 5 years
Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.
The manufacturer’s Canadian warranty has not been verified for this model yet. Terms apply to whichever comes first, years or km.
1 safety recall on file for the 2026 GMC Terrain.
On certain vehicles, the owner's manual may be missing. As a result, the vehicles may not meet certain requirements of Canadian regulations.
Note: For the Escalade model, the recall also affects certain 2026 model year Escalade IQ and Escalade IQL models.
A missing owner's manual could cause confusion on how to safely operate the vehicle and increase the risk of injury or a crash.
General Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install the owner's manual.
Filed under Terrain · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
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Against the competition
The GMC Terrain leads in 2 of 2 categories against 4 direct rivals.
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Where it beats the Terrain
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Where the Terrain wins
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Where the Terrain wins
| Spec | GMCTerrainThis car | MitsubishiRVR | BMWX1 M35i xDrive | JeepCompass | Mercedes-BenzGLC 300 4MATIC SUV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combined fuel use | 8.8 L/100 km | 8.8 L/100 km | 8.8 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km | 8.9 L/100 km |
| City / highway (L/100 km) | 9.2 / 8.3 | 9.7 / 7.8 | 9.9 / 7.4 | 10 / 7.5 | 9.9 / 7.7 |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 6/10 | 6/10 | 6/10 | 5.9/10 | 5.9/10 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drivetrain | AWD available | 4x4 available | No | 4x4 available | No |
| Drivetrains | AWD | 4WD | — | 4WD | — |
| Rated configurations | 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Recalls this model year | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Compare | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → |
Rivals matched automatically: same body style, other brands, closest starting price (or fuel use when the price is missing). Fuel and ratings: NRCan 2026. Prices: manufacturer MSRP before freight and tax. “Best” only reflects the figures shown.
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