GMC Terrain vs. Jeep Liberty
When we compare the GMC Terrain's and the Jeep Liberty's specifications and ratings, the GMC Terrain has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Jeep Liberty has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The GMC Terrain and Jeep Liberty have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the GMC Terrain's and the Jeep Liberty's specifications and ratings, the GMC Terrain is a better car than the Jeep Liberty.
GMC Terrain vs. Jeep Liberty Pricing
A used 2012 GMC Terrain ranges from $5,988 to $15,202 while a used 2012 Jeep Liberty is priced between $5,994 to $14,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Terrain’s base engine makes 182 horsepower, and the Jeep Liberty base engine makes 210 horsepower. The Terrain is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 576 miles. The Liberty is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles.This gives the Jeep Liberty the advantage in fuel efficiency and the GMC Terrain the advantage in maximum range. The Terrain uses ethanol, gasoline, and the Liberty uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The GMC Terrain has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Jeep Liberty has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The GMC Terrain has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,988 - $15,202
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$5,994 - $14,993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
GMC Terrain Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Jeep Liberty Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
GMC Terrain Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
8 out of / 22Ranking
8 out of / 19Ranking
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11 out of / 66Ranking
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19 out of / 66Ranking
19 out of / 55Ranking
22 out of / 55Ranking
25 out of / 66Ranking
25 out of / 55Ranking
27 out of / 53Ranking
28 out of / 66Ranking
28 out of / 62Ranking
29 out of / 66Ranking
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30 out of / 55Ranking
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52 out of / 66Jeep Liberty Rankings
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Terrain Trim Levels
SLE-1, SLE-2, SLT-1, SLT-2
Jeep Liberty Trim Levels
Arctic, Jet Edition, Latitude, Limited, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 6200 rpm
Torque:
172 foot-lbs @ 4900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
210 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 576 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
312 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.3 inches
Cargo Space:
31.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
26.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
126.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3853 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
185.3 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4076 lbs
Width:
72.3 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
176.9 inches
Wheelbase:
106.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/75R16
