Question of the Day: Do you think GM should build the GMC Granite?

Posted: Jun 30, 2010
Filed under: GM, GMC, Hybrids, Green News, Industry News

GMC Granite Concept

With all the buzz surrounding the GMC Granite Concept, we figured we’d just ask you guys whether or not you think GM should build a production version of “Professional Grade” compact.

It was reported yesterday that the Granite has been given the green light for production, however, the Detroit automaker was quick to say that nothing is officially official just yet.

If built the GMC Granite will be powered by a 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine making 138-hp and 148 lb-ft of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission. The model will compete with the likes of the Nissan Cube and the Scion xB.

With that in mind, do you think GM should go ahead and just put the Granite in production?

Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below.

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- By: Omar Rana

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  • This is a great piece of design! Please do not kill it! Also, PLEASE KEEP THE DOORS AS IS!! The functionality and cargo capability are key features. GM pulled off the double doors with their trucks years ago. I'm sure they can figure out some sort of nifty hydro-formed steel components that will satisfy the side impact requirements and keep the B-pillar out of the picture.
  • Mmgdang
    Wow Great job GM!!!! Im a Honda lover thru and thru but this lil suv's got me sprung!!!!!!
  • Joe
    Yes, absolutely, do the Granite, I'll sell my Forester to get one... but careful that it doesn't turn soft in the process.
  • GMfan87
    if they could keep it close to the concept, hell yeah they should
  • Avuedown
    The Opel Meriva from a different mother; if the Granite can come to market as masculine and upscale as the concept I would consider it. Though I am not crazy about the rear hinged back doors. I am invisioning having to coordinate people and things in a crowded parking lot just to get in and out.
  • Shaymart
    To add....it would be a GREAT replacement for the aged Chevy HHR
  • RotaryLover
    That's exactly what I was going to say! :D
  • Shaymart
    I think GM should build a car like it badged as something other than a GMC. After all, wasn't GMC supposed to be a "truck" brand that is "professiona grade", not a Scion imitator?
  • J Man
    What happened to the Orlando, it is a much better looking vehicle.
  • kabluey
    IF Opel takes this one yes, but if they let their Koreans do evil then no...
  • cabjf
    It will probably come out looking and driving like a GMC version of the Aveo.
  • Pat
    If i was in the market for a car like this I'd def pick the Granite over the xB and the Cube
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