2026 GMC
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2025 Kia
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| MPG - City | 24 - 26 MPG | 53 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 28 MPG | 45 - 54 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 63.5 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Engine |
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| Transmission | Automatic, Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 175 hp | 139 hp |
| Exterior Length | 181.0 in | 174.0 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.5 in | 71.9 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 44.0 in
Rear 39.7 in |
Front 41.5 in
Rear 39.8 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.6 in
Rear 39.2 in |
Front 40.5 in
Rear 39.6 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.
Comfort
The GMC Terrain offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Kia Niro, with comparable head- and legroom.
The GMC Terrain will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Kia Niro.
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
Since the GMC Terrain is much wider than the Kia Niro, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging.
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 larger turning radius than the Kia Niro, making it slightly 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.