Does the 2021 GMC Terrain need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the SL FWD.
- All 7 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $267 more a year.
- 50% of 134 SUVs (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| SLE FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| SLE AWD | 1.5L | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| SLT FWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| SLT AWD | 1.5L | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
| Denali FWD | 1.5L | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
| Denali AWD | 1.5L 4cyl | Regular | 26 | $1,477 | $1,754 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 GMC Terrain | SL FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Chevrolet Equinox | L FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Subaru Forester | AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan | S FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Honda CR-V | LX 2WD | Regular |
| 2021 Mazda CX-5 | Sport FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Jeep Compass | Sport FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree