They also changed the OnStar package and possibly the number of power outlets. I believe that the GMC website and brochures state that there is a one year free trial of Onstar's Safe and Sound Plan with the current 2010 model. The site referred to above states that the 2011's free trial period is for six (6) months of the Onstar Directions and Connections plan; which is the highest tier package. I guess this is a mix bag; on one hand the Directions and Connections includes navigation however, the trial period is only for six months as opposed to a full year.
Curiously, there appears to be a difference in the number of power outlets between the Equinox and Terrain - with the Terrain receiving one less power outlet on the 2011 model. As I understood it, both the 2010 Terrain and Equinox have four power outlets. When I clicked on the "standard equipment" hyperlink for the 2011 Terrain it states that there are three outlets as follows: "Power outlets, 3 auxiliary with covers, 12-volt, includes 1 front, 1 rear seat, 1 rear cargo area." In comparison, the same tab for the Equinox states the following: "Power outlets, 4 auxiliary with covers, 12-volt, includes 1 front of console, 1 in console, 1 in back of console and 1 in cargo area." What gives in losing one of the two console outlets? I hope that this is just a misprint.
I do wish they would have taken the opportunity to upgrade the Bluetooth connectivity as I have read that GMC may lag their competition in this one area - at least that's what the CNET review alleged.
Anyone have insights as to when we can expect the 2011 models will become available for orders?