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

Posted: Jan 11, 2010
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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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  • zermatt

    This is not a truck – it is a car. Chevrolet should be showing this concept. I thought that GMC was going to be the truck brand?

    What is clear is that GM is still confused as to what each brand is going to represent.

  • http://www.facebook.com/HoSway01 Jossue Josh HoSway Rivera

    I like no matter what brand GM sells it as, it still looks awesome! DAMN IT GM, MAKE THIS AND THE AVEO RS ALREADY!!!!

  • http://www.facebook.com/HoSway01 Jossue Josh HoSway Rivera

    I like no matter what brand GM sells it as, it still looks awesome! DAMN IT GM, MAKE THIS AND THE AVEO RS ALREADY!!!!

  • RV Rentals

    I think it's a great concept, its has functionality, its small, stylish with a host of great designs, and will surely bring an eye to the brand from the youth. The only question would be if it'll be too expensive for the target audience and if a possible product vehicle would be anything close to this design, not bland and boring.