Negotiating leverage
33
moderate leverage / 100
~50 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
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2016 GMC Terrain Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$9,689
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$3,000$18,800
- Typical market range
- $7,995–$12,346
- Ridekick fair price
- $9,689
- Original MSRP range
- $23,975–$35,925
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
5 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
50
days of supply
Balanced market
Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 GMC Terrain.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$24,840–$25,920
Estimated dealer invoice — about $27,000 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SLE-1 | $8,062 | $27,000 | $24,840–$25,920 |
| SLE-2 | $9,311 | $28,500 | $26,220–$27,360 |
| SLT | $9,665 | $32,570 | $29,964–$31,267 |
| Denali | $12,067 | $35,925 | $33,051–$34,488 |
| sl | — | $23,975 | $22,057–$23,016 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$5,833$21,994$38,154
Fair priceSLE-1
$8,062
SLE-1: fair price $8,062, original MSRP $27,000, estimated dealer cost $24,840 to $25,920.
SLE-2
$9,311
SLE-2: fair price $9,311, original MSRP $28,500, estimated dealer cost $26,220 to $27,360.
SLT
$9,665
SLT: fair price $9,665, original MSRP $32,570, estimated dealer cost $29,964 to $31,267.
Denali
$12,067
Denali: fair price $12,067, original MSRP $35,925, estimated dealer cost $33,051 to $34,488.
sl
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sl: fair price not available, original MSRP $23,975, estimated dealer cost $22,057 to $23,016.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2016 GMC Terrain runs about $10,385 in MT to $11,768 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $730 | $110+ | $10,914 |
| TX | $630 | $332 | $11,036 |
| FL | $604 | $1,074+ | $11,752 |
| NY | $403 | $371 | $10,848 |
| PA | $604 | $587 | $11,265 |
| IL | $630 | $683 | $11,387 |
| OH | $579 | $444 | $11,097 |
| GA | $705 | $637 | $11,416 |
| NC | $302 | $793 | $11,169 |
| WA | $655 | $215+ | $10,944 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $10,599 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2016 GMC Terrain.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Equinox and GMC Terrain vehicles manufactured October 16, 2015. The certification labels may have incorrect tire/rim size and cold tire pressure information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the certification label, free of charge. The recall began on July 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1050, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 46600.
Campaign 16V449000 · 21/06/2016
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2010-2017 GMC Terrain vehicles. A reflection caused by the headlight housings may illuminate areas above the vehicle and outside of the driver's view with excessively bright light. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: Dealers will install headlamp appliques, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2022. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222363740.
Campaign 22V137000 · 08/03/2022
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2016 GMC Terrain?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $9,689, within a typical market range of $7,995 to $12,346.
Is the 2016 GMC Terrain cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $27,000, so a fair used price is roughly $17,311 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2016 GMC Terrain?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $10,385 in MT to $11,768 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2016 GMC Terrain?
There are about 50 days of national market supply for the 2016 GMC Terrain — Supply and demand are roughly balanced for the 2016 GMC Terrain.
How much can you negotiate on a 2016 GMC Terrain?
Negotiating leverage rates 33/100 (moderate). ~50 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2016 GMC Terrain?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $24,840–$25,920 — its $27,000 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 9/14/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.