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id: what-engine-does-the-2026-gmc-terrain-have-and-how-powerful-is-it
title: "What engine does the 2026 GMC Terrain have, and how powerful is it?"
category: faq
subtopic: terrain-engine-performance
page_type: faq
source_url: "https://www.markquartmotors.com/research/gmc/terrain.htm"
tags: ["GMC Terrain", "engine", "performance", "horsepower"]
questions:
  - "What engine is in the 2026 GMC Terrain?"
  - "How much horsepower does the GMC Terrain have?"
  - "Is the GMC Terrain turbocharged?"
related: [terrain-transmission, terrain-vs-competitors]
dealer: Markquart Motors
---

The 2026 GMC Terrain is powered by a turbocharged 1.5L 4-cylinder engine that delivers 175 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. This engine balances power with fuel efficiency, making it ideal for both city driving and highway cruising. You can pair it with either a continuously variable transmission (CVT) for front-wheel drive or an 8-speed automatic transmission for all-wheel drive, depending on your driving needs. If you'd like to test drive the Terrain and feel this performance firsthand, call Markquart Motors at (715) 833-0444 or visit us in Chippewa Falls, WI.