2010 Detroit: GMC Granite Concept hints at future compact from performance grade

2010 Detroit: GMC Granite Concept

  • Key Competitors: Scion xB, Kia Soul, Nissan Cube.
  • Power: 1.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder – 138-hp / 148 lb-ft.
  • Transmission: 6-speed automatic.
  • Production: Nothing confirmed.

If the GMC Granite is ever produced, the model will be the “Performance Grade” brand’s smallest vehicle ever – a full 2 feed smaller than the GMC Terrain.

GMC says that the “urban-industrial design” is aimed at young professionals helping the brand take a more progressive direction.

“We”ve designed a new breed of truck that”s as efficient as it is chic, innovative as it is functional,” says Frank Saucedo. “Our goal was to create the next generation of urban mobility, fusing a flexible, functional social space with an urban-box design that”s equally at home at the cabin or the club.”

From what you’re seeing now – do you think GMC has a chance to steal some market from the Scion xB, Kia Soul and Nissan Cube? Have your say in the poll below.

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