2025 BMW X5 vs. 2025 GMC Terrain Review

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2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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2025 GMC
Terrain

MSRP*: $30,000 to $32,000
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 175-hp, 1.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic, Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 175 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.3 in 181.0 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 74.5 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.2 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 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 X5, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X5 and the GMC Terrain.

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 X5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the GMC Terrain, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the GMC Terrain, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the BMW X5, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the GMC Terrain.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a significantly larger turning radius than the GMC Terrain, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X5 greatly out-muscles the GMC Terrain.

Powertrain
The BMW X5 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 X5 and the GMC Terrain. The BMW X5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the GMC Terrain.