GMC Granite (2014)

CAR GARAGE | GMC Granite (2014) | The concept featured center-opening "French" doors That Eliminate the usual center body pillar. Motor Trend reports That while the pillar less construction may not survive, the 2014 GMC Granite will definitely keep the concept's rear-hinged back doors. As far as we know, the 2014 GMC Granite will be much like the boxy concept in both size and appearance. Body sides should remain an interesting mix of concave and convex surfaces, punctuated by a big "hockey stick" line, plus a bulging wheel arches and prominent lower sills. We rather like this styling with its "baby bulldog" water, especially as it does not betray the Granite's compact size.

We're equally unsure about the concept's front "shell" bucket seats and complex Star Trek-meets-Play station dashboard. Still, Several other elements cabin Could carry over to the 2014 GMC Granite, Such as unequal-size pod-type gauges, an extra-wide "organic-LED 'touchscreen for climate and infotainment functions, a Jaguar-style rotary selector for the automatic transmission, and plenty of connectors and power points for phones, music players, laptops, tablet computers, and other essential "active-lifestyle" gizmos. Like the concept, the 2014 GMC Granite is based on the General Motors Delta II global compact-car architecture hosts That the Cruze, Verano, and the three-row crossover Chevy Orlando (the last sold only overseas, though it was slated for North America at one point). Granite should also be similar in size to the Scion xB and visibly larger than the Nissan Cube.

As for power-teams, the concept was equipped with the 138-horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine available in the Cruze, so the 2014 GMC Granite will probably list it too. Speaking of wheels, the Cruze offers 16 -, 17 -, and 18-inch rims depending on model, so the Granite should too. Besides running gear, the 2014 GMC Granite share will almost Certainly chassis hardware and safety features with the Cruze and cousin Buick Verano. That means a strut-type front suspension, a well-located "twist-beam" rear axle, and 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS and an anti-skid system with integrated traction control. There should also be 10 standard airbags, Including front / rear side-impact airbags, full-length side curtains, and knee airbags for the driver and front passenger.

The 2014 GMC Granite should list at least two trim levels and extra-cost amenities Such as leather upholstery, heated front seats, a navigation system, rear-view camera, one or more high-power audio setups, and sport-tuned suspension. Sure, the boxy shape and size imply modest city-friendly maneuverability and fine interior-space utilization, but are secondary Those points apply equally to That the xB, Soul, Cube, and Element. So what we have here is Basically GMC's take on the "cute ute" idea, designed to appeal to young urban hipsters rather than older urban cowboys. Because GMC considers Itself a premium brand, the Granite Likely will be positioned as more upscale fare-boxy than other compact cars or mainstream crossover SUVs like the sales-leading Honda CR-V, a perennial Consumer Guide Best Buy.

2013 GMC Terrain Denali

2013 GMC Terrain Denali Review and Price

2013 GMC Terrain Denali with 3.0-liter V-6 Engine. The Terrain was also the last consumer-oriented GMC standing without a Denali model. With the 2013 GMC Terrain Denali, both are going to change.

Under the hood of 2013 GMC Terrain Denalisits GM’s familiar 3.6-liter V-6 instead instead of the aforementioned 3.0. It makes 301 hp and 272 lb-ft of torque, a considerable improvement over the 3.0′s 264 hp and 222 lb-ft. Despite the extra power and displacement, GMC says that fuel economy will be unaffected, meaning that the GMC Terrain Denali should get the same 16/23 mpg city/highway rating from the EPA as the 2012 V-6 powered Terrain. GMC will also offer the GMC Terrain Denali with the base I-4 engine 2013 GMC Terrain Denali.

2013 GMC Terrain Pricing will be announced closer to its scheduled arrival in the third quarter of this year. For reference, a 2012 GMC Terrain AWD SLT-2 with the V-6 already runs $35,335 including destination while a base-model 2012 Cadillac SRX is $36,360.

GMC Acadia (2013)

CAR GARAGE | GMC Acadia (2013) | With an award-winning combination of space, capability and fuel-efficiency, epitomizes GMC Acadia's 'never say never' attitude," said Tony DiSalle, U.S. vice president of GMC Marketing.  GMC Acadia interior retains the functionality popular with families, Including the Smart Slide seating system, the which allows easy access to the third row for both seven-and eight-passenger seating configurations.

The redesigned Acadia will be the first vehicle on the market with GMC's new front center air bag system, created to protect drivers and front passengers in far-side impact crashes where the affected occupant is on the opposite, non-struck side of the vehicle.  Standard on the GMC Acadia Denali and available on other models are Side Blind Zone Alert and Rear Cross Traffic Alert systems. Every model of GMC Acadia also comes standard with six months of On Star's Directions and Connections service, the which includes automatic crash response, turn-by-turn navigation, roadside assistance, emergency services and remote door unlocking link.

The 2013 Acadia's redesigned infotainment functions feature capacitive touch controls that use electrodes to sense the conductive properties of objects Such as the touch of a finger. GMC's Color Touch Radio - first introduced on the 2012 Terrain - is standard in the GMC Acadia. Available Interlink allows customers to seamlessly integrate Their smartphones for hands-free calling through the audio system and Bluetooth streaming of popular favorites internet radio Pandora and Stitcher.  GMC Acadia's most-popular options, Including rear-seat entertainment, a Dual Sky Scape sunroof and a trailing package, continue to be available.

 

2013 GMC Terrain Denali

CAR GARAGE | 2013 GMC Terrain Denali | U.S. vice president of GMC Marketing 'Tony DiSalle', introduce Terrain Denali, GMC also Announced a new 3.6-liter V-6 engine with direct injection and continuously variable valve timing will replace the current 3.0-liter V-6 engine in the Terrain lineup for the 2013 year models. GMC Denali is expanding its exclusive sub-brand with the debut of the 2013 Denali Terrain, Bringing a new level of style and power to the small luxury SUV..

An integrated cylinder head / exhaust manifold design saves about 13 pounds compared to a non-integrated design, while a composite intake manifold saves about 5.5 pounds vs. an aluminum intake. Additionally, a front cover and structural lightweight high-strength connecting rods save additional weight.

Front-wheel drive is standard on Denali GMC Terrain, with all-wheel drive is available for both engines. New dual-flow dampers are exclusive to the Denali GMC Terrain's suspension system.  Terrain Denali comes standard with many of the GMC's leading technologies, Including radio with a color touch IntelliLink. This new infotainment system features a reconfigurable home screen; intuitive voice commands; Bluetooth smartphone integration; control of streaming internet radio apps Such as Pandora and Switcher; and iPod controls with Grace-note music database technology.

Forward collision and lane departure warning alerts are standard on Denali GMC Terrain. Convenience features, Such as a programmable power lift gate, are standard on Denali GMC Terrain. Available technologies include color touch navigation and a rear-seat entertainment system. It includes Automatic Crash Response, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, roadside assistance, emergency services link, stolen vehicle assistance and remote door unlock.

GM introduces CNG bi-fuel Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra pickups

Bi-fuel Chevrolet Silverado. Click to enlarge.

General Motors is introducing compressed natural gas (CNG) bi-fuel versions of the 2013 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500 HD extended cab pickup trucks. Fleet and retail consumers can place orders beginning this April.

The vehicles feature a CNG-capable Vortec 6.0L V8 engine that seamlessly transitions between CNG and gasoline fuel systems. With both CNG and gasoline tanks full, the trucks offer a range of more than 650 miles. The Silverado and Sierra will be available in standard and long box, with either two- or four-wheel drive.

The Vortec engine features hardened exhaust valves and hardened intake and exhaust valve seats. Bosch supplies the fuel injection system. The trucks use a 17-gallon Type 3 CNG tank made from composite material with aluminum liner and carbon fiber wrap. GM placed a collar around the head of the tank for further safety.

Fuel tank and fuel door. Click to enlarge.

GM mounts the tank through the bed of the truck to the frame; the fuel door is high up and out of the impact area. All of the high pressure fuel lines run inside of the frame rails.

The trucks always start on gasoline, then switch over automatically to CNG after a few minutes once the appropriate temperature is reached. The trucks continue operating on CNG until the CNG tank is depleted, and then it automatically switches back to gasoline. The driver can switch from CNG to gasoline using a switch on the dashboard. An LED system on the switch monitors the fuel in the CNG tank.

Horsepower and torque are identical to the base truck when running on gasoline. On CNG there is “minimal” loss of horsepower and torque, according to GM. The bo-fuel truck offers comparable towing capability. The CNG system adds 450 lb. to the total weight of the truck.

GM is the only manufacturer to offer a single-source option for its gaseous fuel vehicles. The bi-fuel trucks are built with a specially designed engine, the fuel system is installed by GM’s Tier One supplier (IMPCO) and the completed vehicle is delivered directly to the customer. This process makes ordering the bi-fuel option as seamless and efficient as a standard vehicle.

The bi-fuel commercial trucks will be covered by GM’s three-year, 36,000-mile new vehicle limited warranty and five-year, 100,000-mile limited powertrain warranty and vehicle emissions warranty, meeting all Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission certification requirements.

Source: Green Car Congress

2011 GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept

GMC Sierra HD Off-Road Concept is an exploration of the ability of heavy trucks combined with greater off-road versatility. It is highlighted by a bold exterior styling, enhanced off-road suspension and pricing details are expected from GMC - all designed to give better access to off-road destinations.

The new Sierra 2011 HD supports all HD concept field with a change in production based chassis and 4WD Duramax Diesel / Allison 1000 six-speed powertrain. The improved suspension and unique dimensions of the body, including increased ground clearance and a wider track and the approach / departure angles that provide off-road capability, while high levels of payload and towing capacity.

"Sierra All Terrain HD Concept takes GMC excellent new HD platform to the next level, he married the legendary Duramax Diesel / Allison Transmission, and heavy expression in the GMC Premium package, All Terrain," said Lisa Hutchinson, director of product marketing GMC . "It offers exceptional features of the Sierra HD - hauling, towing, and performance - and apply them to the harshest environments and driving 'the best professional tool for construction crews, ranchers, adventurers, and whose activities do not affect where the the pavement ends .. "

The GMC Sierra HD SUV has a unique configuration of five feet, eight inches double cab / short box that supports a wheel in the corners proportion. Short overall length of the Sierra HD production models, the dimensions of the concept of contributing to a greater approach / departure angle. Other off-road elements are

Wider, 73 inches (1853 mm) track for greater stability

About 3 inches (76 mm) ground clearance

Front custom of upper and lower control arms

Fox purpose built off road shock with remote reservoir fluid (integrated in the wheel house coating)

Front and rear shock Jounce

Electric front stabilizer

35 inches tall BFGoodrich KM2 "muddy terrain" tires mounted on 20-inch wheels machined aluminum

Complete Skid composed.

2010 GMC Terrain

The all-new 2010 GMC Terrain made its world debut at the 2009 New York International Auto. GMC Terrain is a five-seat crossover SUV that combines bold styling with fuel efficiency and higher functions.

"The new field GMC brings the history of technical expertise and innovation in a small container of fuel for today's buyers," said Susan Docherty, Buick, vice president Pontiac-GMC. "The features that make the ability of a vehicle, a GMC is rooted in the GMC Terrain, which makes it an attractive choice for existing customers traditional SUVs that are looking for a distinctive style and efficiency. "

A new engine of 2.4 L four-cylinder direct-injection is expected to offer the best in class fuel economy of 30 mpg highway. Maximum fuel economy is achieved in part with an "ECO" mode that is activated via a button mounted on the console. When activated, it reduces the speed of locking torque converter to 1125 rpm to save fuel on models with 2.4L engine.

Also available is a 3.0L DOHC direct-injection V-6 engine provides an estimate of 264 horsepower (197 kW). Both engines are mated to promote efficient six-speed automatic and offers a refined driving experience safer.

"GMC is a strong brand and a base for GM and GMC Terrain SUV crossover is the latest example of how we adapt to changing market conditions," said Docherty. "Since we first demonstrated the Acadia crossover, GMC is committed to providing customers can find vehicles with the technology staff that they expect."

2010 GMC Granite Concept

Combining aesthetics decidedly urban industrial design with features for young professionals, Granite Concept GMC is the ability to brand the brand in a new direction more progressive. It was unveiled at the 2010 North American International Auto in Detroit.

If the marketing, the concept of granite is the smallest GMC GMC ever - but has been optimized to feel much larger. Its length is 2 full feet (0.6 m) shorter than the way new compact crossover, but its open interior has been designed to be spacious and flexible to the needs of the population. The generous cargo space and seats only flip / folding, for example, allow a mountain bike to fully charge the inside of the tailgate closed.

"Concept GMC granite was conceived as a new GMC vehicle type - which could extend people's ideas of what may be a GMC," said Lisa Hutchinson, director of product marketing for GMC "We call it". urban utility vehicle "and our goal was to redefine what the GMC name could mean a new generation of customers who want both a bold design and functionality."

The current composition of GMC trucks and crossover SUV, the GMC concept of Granite offers style and functionality, advanced features, high quality materials and attention to detail. Industrial external influence is combined with a broad and exact features of the tools and technology. Heating systems, navigation and infotainment technologies, for example, looks through the large new generation of technology in organic light emitting diodes, which is more dynamic than traditional screens used in most production vehicles.

GMC Sierra Hybrid Crew Cab

GMC announced the 2009 GMC Sierra Hybrid, a powerful full-size truck that is 40 percent greater city fuel economy improvement of 25 percent overall fuel economy while delivering the capability expected of a full size truck - including 6.100 pounds (2.767 kg) towing capacity.

Partnering General Motors' patented two-mode hybrid system and a powerful 6.0L gas V-8, the Sierra Hybrid delivers highly efficient performance, including all-electric driving at 30 mph (48 km / h). This allows fuel savings to be made even when the car is fully loaded or towing a trailer.

"Sierra Hybrid represents GMC's commitment to technical excellence, which produces a fully functional vehicle that offers a significant improvement in fuel economy," said Jim Bunnell, GMC general manager. "Sierra Hybrid deliver fuel, which should be the best full-size pickup segment, exceeding the current mileage leader -. The non-hybrid Sierra"

The GMC Sierra Hybrid goes on sale in the fourth quarter of 2008 and is based on strong and capable Sierra platform was introduced for the 2007 model year. It will be available in the body style of the taxi in 2WD and 4WD models. Each model comes with several features, popular, including the system of electronic stability control, a locking rear axle and a trailering package. Sierra Hybrid also offers front-impact airbags and curtain airbags for head and is the only full-size truck with five stars in side impacts in federal crash tests.

2010 GMC Terrain Sport Utility Crossover

The Bottom Line

What does "GMC" mean to you? They've spent years hammering us with the words "Professional Grade," but what does that mean? Now GMC wants to stretch your mind a bit more with its smallest crossover yet, the 2010 GMC Terrain. With base prices from $24,995 to $31,745, the 2010 GMC Terrain arrives with a 3 year/36,000 mile basic warranty, a 5 year/100,000 mile powertrain warranty and EPA estimates from 17 mpg city/24 mpg highway (V6 AWD) to 22 city/32 highway (I4 FWD). Let’s drive.

2010 GMC Terrain Sport Utility Crossover

Summary

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A brand new crossover, the GMC Terrain offers seating for five passengers and a best in class 32 mpg highway fuel economy rating. Available with FWD or AWD, the base engine on the Terrain is a 2.4L direct-injection inline four-cylinder producing 182 hp. A 264 hp 3.0L V6 is available and both engines are paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Standard features include a rear-vision camera, OnStar, and XM Satellite radio.

Benefits of Driving a 2010 GMC Terrain Sport Utility Crossover

Starting at just under $24,000, the 2010 GMC Terrain is one of the most affordable vehicles in its class, which includes competitors Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4. The interior features a dual-cockpit design, ice-blue ambient lighting and cool black and silver accents that give the Terrain a sense of class. Storage areas are everywhere in the cabin, such as an oversized glove box, a closed storage bin in the instrument panel above the center stack and a closed storage bin under the center armrest large enough for a laptop computer. The rear seats again in 2010 feature MultiFlex, which allows the seats to move back and forth a total of eight inches for the best rear legroom in the segment.

What's new for 2010?

The 2010 GMC Terrain features a unibody construction with clean sculpted lines and prominent wheel arches. It features a selection of two engines, two drivetrains, climate control, heated seats, an entertainment system ? all intended to make hauling people stylishly, efficiently and comfortably.

Model Strengths

• Powerful compact crossover that seats five
• sharp-looking exterior with strong lines
• stylish interior with ambient lighting

Model Review

The 2010 Terrain has the same platform as the Chevrolet Equinox. The base trim is the SLE, with the up-level SLT available. GM's new 2.4L 182-horsepower engine and front-wheel drive is the standard configuration, and all but the base trim can be fitted with an optional 172-horsepower 3.0L V6 engine. All trims feature 6-speed automatic transmission and variable valve timing. All-wheel drive is available on all trims.


Guide Review - 2010 GMC Terrain

The compact crossover field is where all the action is right now, with new models or makeovers from Chevrolet, Hyundai, Kia, Mazda and Subaru competing for sales with the venerable offerings from Honda, Toyota, Nissan and Ford. Enter GMC, with its first compact SUV, the 2010 Terrain.
Terrain shares its architecture with the all-new Chevrolet Equinox -- same engine and transmission choices, same basic dimensions, same interior layout. GMC is sensitive to charges of badge engineering, and prefers the term "platform-sharing."
On the exterior, Terrain and Equinox are quite different. Terrain draws on the current lineup of GMC trucks for inspiration, with pronounced wheel wells and a truckish front end look. I actually prefer Terrain's macho design to Equinox's softer gentler lines, but it really will come down to a matter of taste for most buyers. Inside, Terrain and Equinox are pretty much identical except for the badges. That's okay, because the interior is really nicely executed, and quite livable.
Terrain is the second SUV, after Equinox, to get GM's new direct-injection technology. The new fuel handling system results in improved efficiency and better power over conventional fuel injection or carburetion systems of the past. Matched with a six-speed automatic transmission, both the four-cylinder and V6 Terrains offer decent bang for the buck.
There's plenty of competition in the compact crossover world, and after spending a week in the Terrain, I think GMC has a dog in the hunt. It's going to take a lot to dethrone the Honda CR-V, and Terrain isn't quite at that level of refinement -- yet. It will be interesting to see how the new GM offerings influence the next generation of SUV.

2011 GMC Sierra All Terrain HD Concept

GMC today announces the new 2011 Sierra Denali HD, the first offering of the exclusive Denali line on a heavy-duty GMC pickup. The Sierra Denali HD leads a comprehensively redesigned lineup of 2011 Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD trucks that go on sale in early summer – including the most powerful diesel engine in the segment.

Sierra HD’s new 6.6L Duramax turbo diesel delivers 397 horsepower (296 kW) at 3,000 rpm and 765 lb.-ft. of torque (1,037 Nm) at 1,600 rpm.

The Sierra Denali HD comes exclusively on the 2500HD chassis, in a 4WD crew cab standard box configuration. A Vortec 6.0L gas V-8/six-speed automatic powertrain is standard and the new Duramax 6.6L turbo diesel/Allison 1000 six-speed transmission powertrain is available.

The iconic Denali four-bar, chrome grille with round air inlets distinguishes the Sierra Denali HD on the outside, along with body-color bumpers, chrome door handles, chrome accents and 18- and 20-inch polished forged aluminum wheels.

The balance of the new 2011 Sierra HD lineup is identified on the outside by new, three-bar grilles and powertrain-badged louvered hoods, along with a revised, full-width chrome steel front bumper and a new family of 17-, 18- and 20-inch wheels. It’s beneath the skin, however, where they are truly separated from their predecessors – and the competition.