The GMC Canyon is powered by a 2.7L turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission with 310 horsepower. The 2025 Canyon is available in four-wheel drive with three trims Elevation, AT4, and Danali while the 4x2 model is only available in the Elevation trim.
Two-wheel drive Canyons are the most efficient powertrains and are capable of 23 highway mpg. When properly equipped, Canyons have a towing capacity of 7,700 pounds. The 2025 Canyon is only available as a crew cab with a 5-foot box.
Base Elevation Canyons are adequately equipped with standard features that include 4-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, 18-inch aluminum wheels, an 11.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 3 USB ports and 6-way manual driver seat adjustment.
AT4 models are more off-road focused and include an automatic locking rear differential, hill descent controls, integrated bed storage, an easy-lift and lower tailgate, LED headlights, dual-zone climate control, heated front seats, and off-road low speed cruise control.
The Denali trim sits at the top of the lineup and features side steps, chrome accents, heated side mirrors, LED taillights, 20-inch alloy wheels, ventilated front seats, a 10-way power driver seat, leather upholstery, a 7-speaker sound system, adaptive cruise control, 4 USB ports, an 11-inch digital gauge display, a heated steering wheel, rear pedestrian detection and surround view cameras.
Like most modern vehicles, safety is addressed by a combination of airbags and electronic systems designed to help prevent an accident. The Canyon comes with rear parking sensors, active lane departure, active blind spot, forward and rear collision mitigation, front pedestrian detection and a following distance alert.
Powerful Engines
Towing Capacity
Relatively Compact Footprint
Good Fuel Economy
Quiet Ride
Available 4-wheel Drive
The GMC Canyon drops the AT4X trim for 2025 but otherwise carries over with minimal changes.
The GMC Canyon fits the bill for people who need solid utility but appreciate the fuel economy compromises a full-sized pickup truck bring with it. As trucks have gotten more capable, they've also gotten bigger. Some buyers are looking for a truck's cargo capacity but don't want to give up fuel economy or maneuverability. Enter the GMC Canyon, with a footprint that's not much bigger than the average mid-size sedan. The GMC Canyon competes with such compact trucks as the Toyota Tacoma and the Nissan Frontier.
