2018 GMC Terrain near Des Moines Iowa
View Inventory2018 GMC Terrain - OVERVIEW
The 2018 GMC Terrain is a compact SUV. This all-new vehicle features an upscale interior design and sleek exterior. With plenty of potential for connectivity, this GMC is also about customer satisfaction. The Terrain comes in six models: the base SL, the SLE (standard and diesel), the SLT (standard and diesel), and the Denali. Regardless of trim level, all vehicles are made to impress. Inside, the Terrain infotainment system helps you stay connected to the world wherever you are. Craftsmanship and attention to detail are apparent in the exterior design, and safety is a key consideration. When you are ready to explore one of the top SUVs of the year, visit Watters Autoland, serving Ankeny Des Moines Waukee Indianola Iowa for a test drive.
2018 GMC Terrain - SAFETY
All trim levels of the 2018 GMC Terrain near Des Moines have standard safety features and add-on options. All trim levels have passenger sensing systems, airbag systems, and teen driver systems. Rear park assist is optional in the SLE and SLT trims and standard in the Denali. Rear cross-traffic alert is an add-on feature in the SLE and comes with the Denali. Low-speed forward automatic braking and lane keep assist can be added to the SLT or Denali. Surround vision, automatic parking assist, and forward collision alert can be purchased for the Denali from an Iowa dealer.
2018 GMC Terrain - INTERIOR
The 2018 GMC Terrain's interior features a keyless open and start in all trim levels. Other highlights include a center console that contains a button and switch-based transmission system with an Electronic Precision Shifter. The center console's sleek, narrow design frees up considerable storage space in the cabin. Luxury is a priority in 2018. All models have a leather-wrapped steering wheel, real aluminum trim, and ultra-soft materials. As a true SUV should, this GMC's interior design has flexible accommodations for passengers and cargo. All trims have a front-to-back load floor with front-row and second-row passenger seats that fold flat to maximize cargo space. When all seats are down, this GMC can accommodate items up to 8 feet long. Your Iowa dealer can also add a Skyscape sunroof to any model.
2018 GMC Terrain - MECHANICAL
A 3.47 rear axle ratio is standard in all trims, as are electronic parking brakes and high-performance brake linings. All trims have hill descent control and a stop/start engine control system. While an engine block heater is not standard, it is available as an add-on feature. All models come with an electronic stability control system and 4-link rear suspension. Trailering equipment is available for purchase.
2018 GMC Terrain - EXTERIOR
No detail is overlooked in the Terrain's exterior, which features a sculptured shell outfitted with the lines, creases, and chamfers to catch the sun's light. On the 2018 GMC Terrain, you'll find GMC's classic bold, vertical, rectangular grille flanked by C-shaped headlamps and C-shaped LED tail-lamps with signature graphics. Automatic on/off and delay headlamps and heated power-adjustable mirrors are standard in all trim levels.
Here is a breakdown of standard and optional interior and exterior model-specific specs:
SL
- Standard manual rear liftgate
- 17" tires
- Body color door handles
- Tinted rear glass
- Standard automatic on/off headlamps
- Standard HID headlamps
SLE
- Standard manual liftgate and optional power liftgate
- Heated front seats available
- Standard deep-tinted rear glass
- 18" tires
- Diesel engine available
- Standard single-zone AC, optional dual-zone AC
- Optional 3.17 rear axle ratio
SLT
- Optional leather seats
- Optional hands-free programmable liftgate
- Available heated steering wheel
- 17" tires
- Diesel engine available
Denali
- Standard leather seats
- Standard heated steering wheel
- Standard heated front seats
- Interior with wood-grain trims and contrast piping and stitching
- Optional front fog lamps and roof-mounted side rails
- 19" tires
- Optional dual-outlet exhaust
2018 GMC Terrain - POWERTRAIN
With a choice of three turbocharged engines, the Terrain is ready to hit the highways, dirt roads, and everywhere else you can drive a 2018 GMC Terrain near Des Moines. The base package features a 1.5L gas engine, but customers can also choose a 1.6L turbocharged diesel engine or a 2.0L gas engine. The standard 1.5L engine packs plenty of power with 170hp and a 9-speed transmission. It also offers 203 lb.-ft. torque and top efficiency. This engine also has a capless fuel fill. The 1.6L engine has 137 HP and 240 lb.-ft. of torque. This engine is available in a standard 6-speed transmission. The 2.0L engine packs 252 HP and 260 lb.-ft. torque. Like the 1.5L gas engine, the 2.0L engine has a 9-speed transmission and capless fuel fill. If you're not sure what to get, Watters Autoland, serving Ankeny Des Moines Waukee Indianola Iowa, can help you choose.
In addition to power and performance, traction control is another important component of driving. For that reason, your 2018 GMC Terrain near Des Moines is equipped with advanced technology like the Traction Select system, which allows drivers to switch between driving modes to make adjustments in real-time as needed to meet changing road conditions. Key differences in each drivetrain include:
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) modes
- Normal/ Tour: Ideal for daily driving conditions
- Snow: Reduces the likelihood of wheels slipping in low-traction driving
- Tow/Haul: Boosts trailer performance via trailer sway control
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) modes
- FWD: Improves efficiency in daily driving by mechanically disconnecting the rear axle and eliminating drag
- AWD: Provides power to the front and rear wheels to improve traction on wet or snow and ice-covered roads
- Off-Road: Adjusts the AWD system to improve traction and handling on dirt, sand, and gravel surfaces
- Tow/Haul: Improves trailer handling and control by engaging trailer sway control and automatically employing AWD to boost traction on boat ramps and slippery surfaces like gravel roads
As your premier Iowa dealer, Watters Autoland is here to help you choose a 2018 GMC Terrain that you will love. Serving Ankeny Des Moines Waukee Indianola Iowa, we are here to help you explore all of the options. We can explain differences in drivetrain and even help you match an interior and exterior color. Stop in today to test drive a 2018 model and see what you're missing!