2025 BMW X1 vs. 2025 GMC Terrain Review

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2025 BMW
X1

MSRP*: $41,350 to $50,800
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2025 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $30,000 to $32,000
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MPG - City 23 - 24 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 31 - 33 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 46.9 - 57.2 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 241-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 312-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 241 - 312 hp 175 hp
Exterior Length 177.2 - 177.4 in 181.0 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 74.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.4 in
Rear 37.0 in
Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 42.1 in
Rear 39.3 in
Front 40.0 in
Rear 39.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the GMC Terrain than in the BMW X1, due to its greater head- and legroom. The BMW X1 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the GMC Terrain.

Convenience
The BMW X1 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). The BMW X1 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the GMC Terrain, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X1 is much slimmer than the GMC Terrain, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The BMW X1 is slightly shorter than the GMC Terrain, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The BMW X1 has a larger turning radius than the GMC Terrain, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X1 greatly out-muscles the GMC Terrain.

Powertrain
The BMW X1 has much lower torque than the GMC Terrain, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X1 and the GMC Terrain. The BMW X1 has less cargo space than the GMC Terrain, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.