Chevrolet used the Chicago Auto Show to
unveil the 2021 Equinox and now attention is turning to the facelifted GMC
Terrain. Spotted in California by Carscoops reader Tim Page, this camouflaged
prototype gives us an up-close look at the crossover’s new grille. As you can
see, it’s less oval-shaped and follows in the footsteps of newer models such as
the Acadia, Canyon and Sierra.
Besides the new grille, there’s a modified
front bumper with more prominent air intakes. The side intakes are
significantly larger and they adopt new chrome accents. While the headlights on
this prototype are only temporary, GMC teased the 2021 Terrain when they
unveiled the redesigned Yukon. That picture shows the new AT4 variant will
feature ‘triple’ headlights which are surrounded by C-shaped LED daytime
running lights.
GMC has been tight-lipped about specifics,
but we can expect updates to be minor and echo those on featured on the Equinox.
Engine options should also carryover and include an entry-level turbocharged
1.5-liter four-cylinder that develops 170 hp and 275 Nm of torque. We can also expect a familiar 2.0-liter four-cylinder
pumping out 252 hp and 352 Nm of torque.
The rear views
show the 2021 Equinox. Tim says all four pictures show the same crossover, but
we beg to differ as the Terrain is labeled vehicle #6 and sports chrome door
handles and a more pinched beltline. The Equinox, on the other hand, is vehicle
#4 and it has body color door handles and a soft beltline. Besides, pictures
already exist showing the facelifted Terrain will keep its claw-shaped
taillights.
