2024 GMC Terrain vs. 2025 Kia Niro Review

Picture of the 2024 GMC Terrain

2024 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $28,700 to $38,600
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Picture of the 2025 Kia Niro

2025 Kia
Niro

MSRP*: $26,990 to $35,390
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 53 MPG
MPG - Hwy 28 - 29 MPG 45 - 54 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.3 ft3 63.7 ft3
Engine
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 139-hp, 1.6-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 175 hp 139 hp
Exterior Length 182.3 in 174.0 in
Exterior Width 72.4 in 71.9 in
Leg Room Front 40.9 in
Rear 39.7 in
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in
Head Room Front 40.0 in
Rear 38.5 in
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 in

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Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the GMC Terrain than the Kia Niro. The Kia Niro offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the GMC Terrain, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Kia Niro requires fewer stops at the gas station than the GMC Terrain, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the GMC Terrain or the Kia Niro, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The GMC Terrain is about the same width as the Kia Niro. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the GMC Terrain, which is slightly longer than the Kia Niro.

Handling
The GMC Terrain has a significantly larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The GMC Terrain has a little more horsepower than the Kia Niro.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Terrain does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Kia Niro.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the GMC Terrain and the Kia Niro. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the GMC Terrain as you will in the Kia Niro.