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" The GMC Granite concept is yet another compact crossover SUV aimed at young urban professionals. But a closer look at the Granite sparks our interest a bit more, especially since it may show the direction of future product at GM. Compared to the vehicle in GMC&amp;#039;s lineup that it most closely resembles--and the demographic and psychographic of the segment overall--the GMC Terrain crossover, the Granite is a full 2 feet shorter overall. Here&amp;#039;s a trend--smaller vehicles have traditionally been downmarket from larger ones throughout GM&amp;#039;s lineup, with less content and luxury, cheaper appointments and bargain-basement prices. Not any more. While GM won&amp;#039;t reveal price or concrete production intent for this avant-garde concept, the interior furnishings and fit and finish are first rate, with thoughtful attention to detail. Flip-and-fold seats allow a surprising amount of cargo capacity, and the feeling inside is intended to be warm and welcoming. That&amp;#039;s in contrast to the angular, industrial look of the exterior sheet metal. With four French-style doors and no B-pillar, the interior of the Granite is easily accessed for loading passengers and cargo. And with its wide (70.3-inch) and tall (60.5-inch) body, there&amp;#039;s plenty of interior room for both. Powered by a 1.4-liter turbocharged engine that&amp;#039;s part of GM&amp;#039;s new family of small-displacement direct-injection four-cylinder engines, the Granite is shifted by a dual-clutch six-speed automated transmission. The main display on the dash, home base for nav, infotainment, phone and HVAC controls, uses organic LEDS for a full-color presentation. The rear cargo area has plenty of hidden compartments to hide gear. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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