GMC Terrain vs Chevy Trailblazer

Let’s get down to business. We took out our measuring tape to see how much the exterior dimensions of the Terrain and the Trailblazer differentiate. Check it out:

After a closer look, the GMC is longer than the Chevy, which results in a more comfortable, smooth ride. The vehicle’s longer wheelbase will make it harder to feel those small bumps in the road, coming in handy when your kids are fast asleep in the back.

The GMC’s roomier dimensions also mean more interior space is dedicated to your passengers. The Terrain offers 103.2 cubic feet of rider space, whereas the Trailblazer provides 98.2 cubic feet.

The same goes for cargo space. Thanks to the GMC’s longer dimensions, you’ll find more cargo room in the trunk and behind the first row.

Even with a packed house, the GMC Terrain leaves plenty of room for everyone’s essentials, whether it be school backpacks, a diaper bag and stroller, or your weekly grocery haul. The Terrain’s larger cargo space determines whether you can take home that new area rug or need it delivered.

Let’s explore some of these vehicles’ engine basics. For starters, both come with a 9-speed automatic transmission, which helps deliver the right amount of power to the wheels at any given speed. Being a 9-speed, you’ll experience smooth gear shifting, too!

The GMC and the Chevy both have Driver Shift Control as well. This feature allows you to override the automatic transmission whenever you want manually. Go on, take control.

Running the show for either SUV is a peppy engine. The Chevy’s 1.3L turbo engine generates 155 horsepower and 174 lb-ft of torque, ample power for quick-footed and steady drives.

How does the GMC compare? The Terrain has a 1.5L turbo engine that produces 175 horsepower and 203 lb-ft of torque. That extra power boost will give you quicker acceleration and a more dynamic experience behind the wheel.

Meet GMC Pro Safety and Chevy Safety Assist: the standard driver-assistance suites of the Terrain and the Trailblazer. These safety suites are designed to keep you on course, mitigate accidents, stay alert, and boost your confidence. You’ll find several similar systems between the two, including:

• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Following Distance Indicator
• Forward Collision Alert
• Front Pedestrian Braking
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning

With available Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert in either SUV, you gain the power of superhuman sight and instinct. These features watch your flanks and back on the road, helping you avoid near collisions.

Have you ever wanted to try a new restaurant in town, but when you get there, you find out it’s parallel parking only? Gulp. With the GMC Terrain, you won’t even sweat it, thanks to the available Automatic Parking Assist. This handy feature automatically steers your vehicle into a parallel or perpendicular parking space while you brake and shift gears.

The Chevy Trailblazer offers parking sensors but no similar offering that parks your vehicle for you.