General Motors has released details of the next-generation GMC Terrain, which is launching for the 2025 model year.

The compact SUV gets new design and features and a host of new safety and driver assistance features.

All trims of the Terrain are powered by a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine with 175 hp and 203 lb.-ft. of torque, just like its GM sibling, the Chevrolet Equinox. The Terrain features all-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission and maximum towing capacity is 1,500 pounds.

“The 2025 GMC Terrain builds on GMC’s strengths and offers our latest, premium technology and safety features, while bringing a fresh, bold design to our two-row SUV,” said Duncan Aldred, global vice president, Buick and GMC, in a news release. “With the next-gen Terrain and updated 2025 Yukon both slated to launch later this year, the entire GMC SUV lineup will be refreshed by year end.”

The new Terrain comes standard with a 15-inch infotainment screen on which up to three applications can be viewed simultaneously and an 11-inch driver information screen. The infotainment screen can be controlled via touchscreen or via Google Assistant.

It also gets heated front seats and a heated steering wheel.

Driver assistance features include:

• Enhanced automatic emergency braking
• Bicyclist braking
• Intersection automatic emergency braking
• Rear cross traffic braking
• Reverse automatic braking
• Side bicyclist alert
• Blind zone steering assist

The Terrain is also available with up to eight camera views, including an optional rear camera mirror.

The SUV will launch with the Elevation trim in late 2024 as a 2025 model, while 2026 will add the AT4 and Denali trims. The Elevation trim comes standard with 17-inch wheels.

Standard content on the AT4, which is said to be the most capable Terrain AT4 ever, includes:

• Selectable AT4-exclusive Terrain Mode
• Lifted ride height
• Metal underbody protection shield
• Animated headlamps and taillamps
• Red front recovery hooks
• 17-inch All-Terrain tires
• AWD and Hill Descent Control

Denali is a more luxurious trim and standard features include:

• Outboard front and rear heated seats
• Animated headlamps and taillamps
• 19-inch wheel (20-inch wheel available)
• Unique Smart Frequency Dampers for improved ride comfort
• AWD and Hill Descent Control

Expect pricing to be announced closer to availability. More information is available at gmccanada.ca.