The GMC Granite is a compact MPV

Compact MPV

A compact MPV is a car classification used in Europe to describe multi-purpose vehicle versions of small family cars , fitting between the mini MPV and large MPV sub-segments...

 concept

Concept car

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, developed by General Motors

General Motors

General Motors Company , commonly known as GM, formerly incorporated as General Motors Corporation, is an American multinational automotive corporation headquartered in Detroit, Michigan and the world's second-largest automaker in 2010...

. It was introduced at the 2010 North American International Auto Show

North American International Auto Show

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 in Detroit. If produced, the Granite would be GMC's smallest offering.

The Granite is powered by a 1.4 l (85.4 cu in) ecotec

GM Family 0 engine

The Family 0 is a family of inline piston engines that was developed by GM Powertrain Torino, a subsidiary of Opel, as a low-displacement engine for use on entry-level subcompact cars from Opel/Vauxhall....

 turbocharged I4 that produces 138 hp and 148 lbft. This is matched to a six-speed transmission with a dual-clutch. It is currently scheduled for North American market release in the second half of 2012 (for the model year 2013).