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2016 GMC Terrain Features and Specs When it comes to driving home in a new crossover SUV, the possibilities are nearly endless! We've put together a list of three reasons why you should hurry in to test drive the 2016 GMC Terrain. You don't want to drive home in a vehicle that doesn't suit your needs, and we want to help you find the perfect fit! Read on to learn more about the latest GMC Terrain for the 2016 year. more New Features on the 2016 GMC Terrain As far as exterior features go, the new front end on the GMC Terrain gives the vehicle a more modern appeal. Updates include daytime running headlights and optional safety features like Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert being offered on the SLE and SLT trim levels for the first time! A competitive member of the compact SUV segment, the GMC Terrain offers premium cloth seat fabric on the SLE and SLT trims, and even more options for customization on the Denali. New premium colors for the 2016 GMC Terrain include White Frost Tricoat and Crimson Red Tintcoat. READ MORE: 4 Reasons to Choose an SUV Over a Minivan Engine Options for the 2016 GMC Terrain Ecotec 2.4-Liter I-4 Engine: Delivers an estimated 32 mpg on the highway. 3.6-Liter V6 Engine: Puts out a best-in-class 301 horsepower and 272 lb-ft of torque with a towing capacity of 3,500lbs. READ MORE: What's New on the 2016 Buick Verano? Available Colors on the 2016 GMC Terrain

When you have to worry about driving your family around all the time, there are a large number of things to consider. A minivan is known as the vehicle for families across the country, but many are finding the sporty and versatile convenience of the SUV makes it a great option as well. Today we will tell you 4 reasons to get an SUV instead of a minivan for the family. more You need to cart the kids around. You need space for all their stuff and you need to make sure everyone is comfortable for the next big family road trip. Here are five reasons why you should do it all in an SUV. READ MORE: The Buick Enclave, Perfect for Big Families! 1) Minivans carry the stereotype: Not only will people assume that you are a soccer mom, but there is a good chance that you are one! Choose to drive a vehicle that looks more aggressive, handles more like a car, and offers the space you need without sacrificing your self-esteem. Drive a powerful SUV. 2) SUVs can tow more and carry more: Unless you get a really powerful minivan, chances are that an SUV will be able to tow the family pontoon boat or haul the kids college dorm room materials more easily than a minivan could. Because they are built more like a truck, they are prepared to handle tougher jobs. 3) Large SUVs actually have a truck's engine. They are made to handle tough road conditions with ease and confidence. There are few who feel save in a smaller vehicle on an icy road, but a 2015 GMC Acadia will have you feeling like you could race! Great traction and capability in wintery weather makes the SUV a great choice. All-wheel drive baby! 4) Safety is key. While minivans are pretty safe as far as ratings and precaution goes, it is equally safe to buckle the family into a three-row SUV. They go through the same tests and get excellent ratings that prove they are excellent options for the whole family! READ MORE: Buick Comes Out Ahead of Honda in Initial Quality and Dependability! Still not sure if there is an SUV that is perfect for your family? Give our sales team a call. We'll help you find the right one, at the right price, and take it for a spin. We look forward to hearing from you.

3D Art Image of the 2016 GMC Terrain We all love and appreciate talented artists, but we often forget the beauty and design that goes into the making of a new vehicle The 2016 GMC Terrain is going to be a truly amazing-looking vehicle and in a recent video from the creative folks at GMC, the Terrain was mixed with street art. In this quick video, we see artists paint a 3D art image of the 2016 GMC Terrain and hang it for passersby to take pictures with. What a neat idea! more If you are at all interested in taking the 2015 GMC Terrain for a test drive, contact the friendly team here at Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac in Kenosha. We would be happy to help get you into a newer and more exciting vehicle. You can even schedule your test drive appointment online whenever it is most convenient for you. We look forward to seeing you!