GMC Canyon



Overview of the GMC Canyon
Learn about the GMC CanyonSummary
For those looking for a multi-functional, versatile truck, the GMC Canyon is an ideal choice. With a powerful towing capacity, high-tech features—even in early generations—and an ample collection of airbags and additional features for increased comfort, the Canyon has a lot to offer for drivers looking for a workable, reliable vehicle. A diesel engine is an available option, although it does substantially impact the price of operating the Canyon. It drives well on rough and urban roads alike thanks to its advanced suspension, so drivers can use it for their everyday commute as well as take it off-road.
Safety
Although the GMC Canyon's advanced driver safety tech is reserved for its top models, many of the top-of-the-line features are available as optional add-ons for lower trims. In the 2019, you can add on forward-collision and lane-departure warning systems, which help prevent accidents and keep you driving straight, and six airbags and a rearview camera, as well as oversized sideview mirrors are optional.
Safety features across older generations include:
- Six standard airbags, as well as front and rear head-curtain (standard in 2010+ models, optional in earlier models)
- Optional traction control in all generations/trims
- Optional fog lamp (2012+ models)
- Four-wheel antilock brakes to prevent wheels from skidding when sudden braking is applied (standard from 2006)
- Electronic Stability Control to detect and minimize traction-loss (standard in 2009+ models)
Interior
The interior features of the Canyon are generally consistent across all generations and trims, so no matter which one you choose, you can rely on your Canyon coming fully equipped. The only non-standard amenity is a heated front seat; however, it is optional for nearly all models. Interior features from 2008 models included power windows, air conditioning and tilt steering to optimize the comfort of arm-positioning, while fog lamps, leather seats and a sunroof were optional.
Technology
The technology for the Canyon is impressive compared to other trucks in its class. In 2012, Bluetooth compatibility for Apple/Android became standard for all trims, much earlier than other similar trucks. In 2015, USB ports in the front were also added to base trims.
An infotainment media centre was introduced in 2015, with optional GPS navigation. The rear backup camera was optional for earlier trims but became standard in the new 2019 models.
Space
With its powerful V6 engine, the Canyon's towing capacity has a rather high minimum rating of 1590 kg. In addition, the flatbed has decent room for everyday use, and cabin headroom is average for its class, though some legroom in the rear is compromised.
Comfort
The GMC Canyon is available in two- or four-wheel drive, allowing its drivers to choose an option suitable for their use. Its suspension is above-average even in base trims, making for a comfortable ride on all roads, but for those who commonly go on the trail, an All Terrain model offers jacked-up suspension, cushioning its passengers on rough roads.
Leather seating is optional for all trims and most model years and standard for the SLT model, and a heated steering wheel is another add-on to customize the comfort of the Canyon.
Pros and cons of the GMC Canyon
- Two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive
- Diesel engine available
- Good towing capacity
- Advanced driver safety tech is only standard on top model
- Diesel option can drive price up
- Limited legroom in rear seats
Safety ratings of the GMC Canyon

Safety ratings provided by NHTSA
- Frontal crash rating
- Side crash rating
- Rollover rating
- Number of airbags6
Specifications of the GMC Canyon
Key specifications available across all trim levels- Seats2 - 5
- Doors4
- Fuel typeGas or Diesel
- TransmissionManual or Automatic
- City consumption11.8 - 14 L/100km
- Highway consumption7.9 - 9.9 L/100km
- Width1885 - 1887 mm
- Length5395 - 5705 mm
- Trunk space-
- Cargo space-
Trims available with the GMC Canyon
What is a trim? Trims are different options of the same car with different features and equipment. The specs depend on the trim you choose.This variant of the GMC Canyon 2015 - present is available in 9 trims:SL trim features and specs
Available with the SL trim:
- Electrically adjustable front seats (optional)
- Emergency wheel
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the SL trim:
- Extended cab
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the SL trim:
- Rear-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SL trim:
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth (optional)
- Power door locks (optional)
- Touchscreen (optional)
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Elevation Standard trim features and specs
Available with the Elevation Standard trim:
- Center arm rest between front seats (optional)
- Emergency wheel
- Spare wheel (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the Elevation Standard trim:
- Crew cab
- Extended cab
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Elevation Standard trim:
- Four-wheel drive
- Rear-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Elevation Standard trim:
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- Cruise control (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Power door locks
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Base trim features and specs
Available with the Base trim:
- Cargo barrier (optional)
- Center arm rest between front seats (optional)
- Electrically adjustable front seats (optional)
- Emergency wheel
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the Base trim:
- Crew cab
- Extended cab
- Fog lights (optional)
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Base trim:
- Emergency call system (optional)
- Four-wheel drive
- Rear-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Base trim:
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth (optional)
- Cruise control (optional)
- Navigation system (optional)
- Power door locks (optional)
- Touchscreen (optional)
- WiFi (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
All Terrain trim features and specs
Available with the All Terrain trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the All Terrain trim:
- Crew cab
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended cab
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Long wheel base
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the All Terrain trim:
- Dimming interior mirror
- Four-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the All Terrain trim:
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- Cruise control
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
AT4 trim features and specs
Available with the AT4 trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the AT4 trim:
- Crew cab
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Long wheel base
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the AT4 trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror
- Four-wheel drive
- Lane departure warning (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the AT4 trim:
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- Cruise control
- Digital radio
- HDMI port for rear passengers
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Elevation trim features and specs
Available with the Elevation trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats (optional)
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Spare wheel (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the Elevation trim:
- Crew cab
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended cab
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Elevation trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror
- Four-wheel drive
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Rear-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Elevation trim:
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- Cruise control
- Digital radio (optional)
- HDMI port for rear passengers
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
SLT trim features and specs
Available with the SLT trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Cargo barrier (optional)
- Center arm rest between front seats (optional)
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the SLT trim:
- Crew cab
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable (optional)
- Extended cab
- Fog lights (optional)
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the SLT trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror
- Emergency call system (optional)
- Four-wheel drive
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Rear-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SLT trim:
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay (optional)
- Bluetooth
- Cruise control
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Denali trim features and specs
Available with the Denali trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic)
- Cargo barrier (optional)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel (optional)
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support
- Spare wheel (optional)
- Ventilated front seats
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the Denali trim:
- Crew cab
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive
- Long wheel base
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the Denali trim:
- Collision warning system
- Dimming interior mirror
- Four-wheel drive
- Lane departure warning
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the Denali trim:
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay
- Bluetooth
- Cruise control
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
- Wireless charging pad/mat
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
SLE trim features and specs
Available with the SLE trim:
- Air conditioning (automatic) (optional)
- Cargo barrier (optional)
- Center arm rest between front seats
- Driver seat has lumbar support (optional)
- Electrically adjustable front seats
- Emergency wheel
- Front seats have lumbar support (optional)
- Heated front seats (optional)
- Heated steering wheel (optional)
- Leather steering wheel
- Multifunction steering wheel
- Passenger seat has lumbar support (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Electric windows
- ISOFIX installation points
- Power steering
Available with the SLE trim:
- Crew cab
- Door mirrors electrically adjustable
- Extended cab
- Fog lights
- Four-wheel drive (optional)
- Long wheel base
- Roof bars (optional)
- Roof rails (optional)
Available across all trims:
- Alloy wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED daytime running lights
- Short wheel base
- Standard roof
Available with the SLE trim:
- Collision warning system (optional)
- Dimming interior mirror
- Emergency call system (optional)
- Four-wheel drive
- Lane departure warning (optional)
- Rear-wheel drive
Available across all trims:
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Brake assist system
- Disc brakes
- Dusk sensor
- Electronic traction control
- Front-driver airbag
- Front-passenger airbag
- Side airbag
- Side curtain airbag
- Stability control
- Tire pressure indicator
Available with the SLE trim:
- Android Auto (optional)
- Apple CarPlay (optional)
- Bluetooth
- Cruise control
- HDMI port for rear passengers (optional)
- Navigation system
- Power door locks
- Touchscreen
- WiFi
Available across all trims:
- Computer
- Hill start assist
- Radio
- Rear sensors
- Rear view camera
- USB port for front passengers
Frequently asked questions about the GMC Canyon
The 2.5 L-engine GMC Canyon can tow 1,588 kg, while 3.6 L-engine Canyons have a 3,175 kg towing capacity when fitted with the available Trailering Package.
The GMC Canyon, along with its "twin" counterpart the Chevrolet Colorado, emerged in 2004, with first production beginning that year.
Current colour options for the GMC Canyon are Dark Slate Metallic, Quicksilver Metallic, Summit White, Onyx Black Marine Blue Metallic, Satin Steel Metallic and Red Quartz Tintcoat.
GMC Canyons are produced in the United States at the Wentzville Assembly plant, located near St. Louis in Wentzville, Missouri.
The new 2019 GMC Canyon's base trim starts at $27,700, which can be reduced to as low as $4,000 by opting for an older model.