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GMC Terrain MPG

 

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Model Year Body/Powertrain MPG  
2012 2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 252hp 2.0L I4 9-sp shiftable automatic 4WD 17.84
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With the turbocharged 252hp 2.0L I4 engine, 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive, the 2012 GMC Terrain has been averaging 17.84 MPG (miles per gallon).

The 2012 GMC Terrains in this analysis were driven mostly on the highway at an average speed of 58 miles per hour (about 32.5 percent of the miles driven). The rest of the miles were in the city (12.5 percent), in heavy traffic (2.5 percent), and in the suburbs (0 percent).

In addition, the average 2012 GMC Terrain in this analysis was driven on flat terrain with a medium foot and the AC not used at all.
2012 2012 4dr SUV 182-hp 2.4L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic AWD 24.5
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2012 2012 4dr SUV 182-hp 2.4L I4 6-sp shiftable automatic FWD 21.5
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TrueDelta Reviews the Real Gas Mileage of the 2012 GMC Terrain

2012 GMC Terrain Real Gas Mileage: Cons
YearComment
2011 On a positive note, the larger V6 earns the same EPA fuel economy ratings as the old one. On a less positive note, it also earns the same fuel economy ratings as the much larger, 4,850-pound Acadia: 16 city, 23 highway. In suburban driving the trip computer reported high teens to low twenties, a few mpg below lighter, more compact competitors. The four-cylinder gets 22/32 with FWD, 20/29 with AWD, but many owners have failed to approach these numbers in the real world. see full GMC Terrain review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Real Gas Mileage of the 2012 GMC Terrain

2012 GMC Terrain Real Gas Mileage: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Although I have never seen this truck get the estimated fuel economy it boasts about in advertising, considering the shear mass of it and it's breadbox front end, with the I4 the fuel economy is very good considering it is a heavy little beast with AWD. I can average 700 kms. out of a tank of fuel no problem and on longer jaunts have seen it break 800 kms. If you are one of those people who complain about fuel consumption in this truck- you should have bought a Prius... because for what it is, it is exceptional on fuel. Try a different brand of fuel for a while, some brands have more additives and burn quicker. see full GMC Terrain review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Compared to our current vehicle, we estimated approx. $75/month in fuel savings. see full GMC Terrain review
2012 GMC Terrain Real Gas Mileage: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 You get 32 mph/gal ONLY if you set the cruze and stay at or below 55mph. see full GMC Terrain review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 doesnt get near what they say it will get. worse then the last 2.4 I-4 engine I had.(2006 HHR) see full GMC Terrain review
2011 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 We are getting about 14 miles to the gallon. Worst 3.0 litter i have ever owned see full GMC Terrain review
 

2012 GMC Terrain Gas Mileage (MPG)

Unlike other fuel economy surveys, TrueDelta's Real-World Gas Mileage Survey includes questions about how and where a car was driven. So you can get an idea of the GMC Terrain's real-world MPG based on how and where you drive a car.