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2010 GMC Terrain ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
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The Equinox, improved in every way including styling, was introduced virtually in December prior to wearing its full ****l jacket in Detroit earlier this year, and impressed all who saw it. The tough-and-tumble styling of the Terrain is already polarizing viewpoints, which is exactly what the GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) brand could use in order to fade away into the horizon as an also run brand. Clearly, despite commentary to the contrary, General Motors is not about to give up on a brand that makes money, but giving GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) a more distinctive brand identity won’t hurt its chances of maintaining a position within the GM portfolio of mainstream brands.
GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) is not making the mistake of producing a V6-only crossover, as four-cylinder engines are now more popular than ever before. The entry-level mill is 2.4-litres in displacement and makes a solid 182-horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque, which should be enough for spirited driving and, when the foot isn’t completely buried into the throttle, an impressive fuel economy rating of 7.8 L/100 km (30 mpg) on the highway.
In order to minimize the buzziness that can be inherent in a vehicle powered by a four-cylinder engine, GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) installed noise-cancelling technology. Another interesting tidbit is an Eco button the drive can press in order to improve fuel economy, resulting in a remapped throttle system for slower response, modified shift patterns and a torque converter lockup speed.
The 2010 Terrain ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) is expected to arrive in dealer showrooms later this year.
2010 GMC Terrain ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])
If you’re thinking for a moment that GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) is bringing yet another SUV to the market, let’s make it clear that the new 2010 Terrain ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) isn’t a sport utility vehicle but rather a cars ([Only Registered Users Can See Links])-****d crossover with truck-like looks. The terrain ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]), to debut at the New York auto show this week, is also the replacement for Pontiac’s Torrent, a model that’s been discontinued for model year 2010, which makes it blood brother to Chevy’s Equinox.
The Equinox, improved in every way including styling, was introduced virtually in December prior to wearing its full ****l jacket in Detroit earlier this year, and impressed all who saw it. The tough-and-tumble styling of the Terrain is already polarizing viewpoints, which is exactly what the GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) brand could use in order to fade away into the horizon as an also run brand. Clearly, despite commentary to the contrary, General Motors is not about to give up on a brand that makes money, but giving GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) a more distinctive brand identity won’t hurt its chances of maintaining a position within the GM portfolio of mainstream brands.
GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) is not making the mistake of producing a V6-only crossover, as four-cylinder engines are now more popular than ever before. The entry-level mill is 2.4-litres in displacement and makes a solid 182-horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque, which should be enough for spirited driving and, when the foot isn’t completely buried into the throttle, an impressive fuel economy rating of 7.8 L/100 km (30 mpg) on the highway.
In order to minimize the buzziness that can be inherent in a vehicle powered by a four-cylinder engine, GMC ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) installed noise-cancelling technology. Another interesting tidbit is an Eco button the drive can press in order to improve fuel economy, resulting in a remapped throttle system for slower response, modified shift patterns and a torque converter lockup speed.
The 2010 Terrain ([Only Registered Users Can See Links]) is expected to arrive in dealer showrooms later this year.