2016 · Small SUV · Gas / Flex-fuel
2016 GMC Terrain MPG & fuel economy
The 2016 GMC Terrain is a small SUV offered in 5 EPA-rated configurations. The most efficient version returns 26 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway) on regular gasoline. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 26 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2015 model. Among 60 small SUVs rated for 2016, it ranks 21st for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, it costs about $1,788 a year to fuel.
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Fuel average
The 2016 GMC Terrain's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.
| MPG | km/L | L/100 km | |
|---|---|---|---|
| City | 22 | 9.4 | 10.7 |
| Highway | 31 | 13.2 | 7.6 |
| Combined | 26 | 11.1 | 9.0 |
How it ranks among 2016 Small SUVs
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Terrain MPG across model years
Full history →5 EPA-rated configurations
| Configuration | Type | City | Hwy | Combined | Range | Your cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic Terrain FWD |
Gas | 22 MPG | 31 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| FWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic Terrain FWD |
Flex-fuel | 22 MPG | 31 MPG | 26 MPG | — | $1,788 |
| AWD · 2.4L 4-cyl · 6-speed automatic Terrain AWD |
Gas | 20 MPG | 28 MPG | 23 MPG | — | $2,022 |
| FWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic Terrain FWD |
Gas | 17 MPG | 24 MPG | 20 MPG | — | $2,325 |
| AWD · 3.6L 6-cyl · 6-speed automatic Terrain AWD |
Gas | 16 MPG | 23 MPG | 18 MPG | — | $2,583 |
Specs (most efficient configuration)
- Fuel
- Regular gasoline
- Engine / motor
- 2.4L 4-cyl
- Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Passenger volume
- 100 cu ft
- Cargo volume
- 28 cu ft
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 347 g/mi
- EPA fuel economy score
- 6/10
- EPA greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
2016 GMC Terrain vs. rivals
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gas mileage of the 2016 GMC Terrain?
Up to 26 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway); ratings range from 18 to 26 MPG depending on configuration.
What fuel does the 2016 GMC Terrain use?
Regular gasoline.
What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2016 GMC Terrain?
The 2016 GMC Terrain's fuel average is 11.1 km/L (9.0 L/100 km), or 26 MPG combined: 9.4 km/L in the city and 13.2 km/L on the highway.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 GMC Terrain per year?
About $1,788 at 15,000 miles a year with $3.10/gal regular gas, or $11.92 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.