“GMC Terrain is a great compact truck with a lot of room on the inside. All of my family including the kids are tall, so that was a big factor to think of. The front seats and rear seats are built to give passengers a lot of room, it makes it a great ride on long trips. For my next purchase I would only change to leather seat not cloth.”
2019 GMC Terrain: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The 2019 GMC Terrain received only light trim-level equipment changes, not a redesign. The most important change was standard lane departure warning on Denali, while selected trims also received technology updates.
About the 2019 GMC Terrain
2nd generation (2018-2024), second model year and before the 2022 styling update
GMC positioned the Terrain as a compact five-seat SUV with a more premium look and cabin than a basic family crossover. Its main strengths were flexible cargo space, including a fold-flat front passenger seat, easy phone integration and three turbocharged engine choices ranging from efficient gas and diesel power to a stronger 2.0L engine. Distinctive GMC styling and the luxury-focused Denali version separated it from closely related mainstream competitors.
The 2019 lineup ranges from the essentials-focused SL and SLE to the comfort-oriented SLT and luxury-focused Denali. SLE Diesel and SLT Diesel pair the 1.6L diesel’s low-speed torque with added cabin conveniences, while SLT centers on leather-appointed seating, heated front seats and an 8-inch touchscreen. Denali stands out with the stronger 2.0L turbo engine, navigation, Bose audio, wireless phone charging and a hands-free liftgate.
What changed, by category
Safety
Lane departure warning changed from optional to standard on Denali. No new safety suite became standard across the full Terrain range.
Tech
SLE and SLE Diesel gained a standard 4.2-inch color driver display. SLT and SLT Diesel gained a standard HD rear camera, while Denali gained an HD rear camera and wireless phone charging. Navigation changed from standard to optional on SLE, SLE Diesel, SLT and SLT Diesel; satellite radio also changed from standard to optional on SLE and SLE Diesel.
2019 GMC Terrain specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, 1.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 9-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 9-Spd w/Overdrive | Automatic, 9-Spd w/Overdrive 9T50 | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Diesel | Diesel |
| MPG City | 26 mpg | 22–26 mpg | 22–26 mpg | 22 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 30 mpg | 28–30 mpg | 28–30 mpg | 28 mpg | 39 mpg | 39 mpg |
| Horsepower | 170 hp | 170–252 hp | 170–252 hp | 252 hp | 137 hp | 137 hp |
| Torque | 203 lb-ft | 203–260 lb-ft | 203–260 lb-ft | 260 lb-ft | 240 lb-ft | 240 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb | 3500 lb | 1500 lb | 1500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63.3 cu-ft | 63.3 cu-ft | 63.3 cu-ft | 63.3 cu-ft | 63.3 cu-ft | 63.3 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39.7 in | 39.7 in | 39.7 in | 39.7 in | 39.7 in | 39.7 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| HID Headlights | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Moonroof | ||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Remote Start | ||||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2019 GMC Terrain redesigned?
No. The 2019 GMC Terrain was the second model year of the generation introduced for 2018, so its basic body, styling, chassis and engine range carried over.
Did the 2019 GMC Terrain’s engine lineup change from 2018?
No. The 2019 Terrain retained the 1.5-liter and 2.0-liter turbo gas engines with nine-speed automatic transmissions, plus the 1.6-liter turbo diesel with a six-speed automatic.
What safety equipment changed on the 2019 GMC Terrain?
Lane departure warning became standard on the 2019 Terrain Denali. GMC did not make a new active-safety suite standard across every trim, and most driver aids outside Denali remained tied to equipment packages.
Which 2019 GMC Terrain trims received an HD rear camera?
The 2019 Terrain SLT, SLT Diesel and Denali received an HD rear camera as standard equipment. Denali also gained standard wireless phone charging.
What changed inside the 2019 GMC Terrain SLE?
The 2019 Terrain SLE and SLE Diesel gained a standard 4.2-inch color driver display. Navigation and satellite radio changed from standard to optional on both SLE versions.
2019 GMC Terrain Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 GMC Terrain.
4.0
2019 GMC Terrain
(193 reviews)
“I love the 2019 Terrain. I do not care for the auto-engine-stop. They also need to offer a v-6 fuel injection as the turbo is not as smooth as fuel-injection. The interior of the SLT is very quiet and plush, very nice. Get the BOSE upgrade as the standard sound system is very harsh, not balanced, sounds cheap. The overall vehicle is a 10.”
“Good storage capacity Headlight switch is very poorly positioned. Impossible to see the settings on this important safety control. BAD design!”