The GMC Canyon is powered by one of three available engines, a 2.5L 4-cylinder, a 3.6L V6, or a 2.8L 4-cylinder Duramax turbo-diesel. All are relatively powerful in this segment, with the 2.5L producing 200 horsepower and 191 pound-feet of torque, while the 3.6L is good for 305 horsepower and 269 pound-feet. Both engines are relatively efficient as well, with 2-wheel drive models capable of 27 mpg on the highway when equipped with the 4-cylinder engine. The V6-equipped Canyon is estimated at 26 mpg on the highway. Finally, the turbo-diesel, available in SLE and SLT crew cabs, makes 181 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.

With the 2.5, a 6-speed manual transmission is standard on 2WD SL and Extended-Cab models. The 3.6 benefits from an 8-speed automatic, while other models get a 6-speed auto. When properly equipped, Canyons with the 2.5 have a tow rating of up to 3,500 pounds; the figure jumps to 7,000 pounds on the 3.6 and an impressive 7,700 pounds for the diesel.

Buyers are given the choice of three different body styles and four different trims. Crew Cabs with four full-sized doors are available with in long or short bed styles, while an Extended Cab with a smaller rear seating area is available only with the longer bed. Four-wheel drive is an option across all body choices; however it is only available in SLE and SLT trims.

The Extended Cab version is the only Canyon that can be had in the stripped out SL trim. Costing a couple of thousand dollars less than other Canyon models, the SL has no rear seat and is equipped with the 6-speed manual transmission. It does however, come with a rearview camera.

The base trim on the Crew Cab versions is simply called Canyon. This trim level adds a power driver's seat, projector beam headlights, 16-inch alloy wheels and a corner step rear bumper.

The SLE trim adds a slew of interior features, including an 8-inch color touchscreen, OnStar with built-in Wi-Fi hotspot technology, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, aluminum interior trim, four USB ports and steering wheel-mounted audio controls. Other additions to the SLE trim include 17-inch aluminum wheels and a nicer rear tailgate.

The top-of-the-line SLT trim adds plenty of upscale goodies as well as a bit of bling. Additions include leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, heated and powered outside mirrors, a powered passenger seat, a remote starter, chrome exterior highlights and 18-inch polished aluminum wheels. Options on the SLT include a Bose stereo and a navigation system.

Like most modern vehicles, safety concerns are eased by a combination of airbags and electronic systems designed to help prevent an accident. The Canyon comes standard with a rearview camera, anti-lock brakes, traction control and stability control. Features such as forward collision alert and a lane departure warning system are optional.

Powerful Engines

Towing Capacity

Relatively Compact Footprint

Good Fuel Economy

Quiet Ride

Available 4-wheel Drive

The GMC Canyon returns for 2017 with several new options and features. The biggest news under the skin, is a new 8-speed automatic transmission that comes standard with the 3.6L V6 engine. This transmission promises to improve both performance and fuel economy. A Teen Driver feature is also new and allows parents to keep an eye on their children, monitoring top speed and the deployment of any active safety features. A new Terrain X package is available this year which includes beefy all-terrain tires, off-road suspension and a Hill Descent Control system, while a new Nightfall Edition comes with a body colored grill, polished exhaust tips, 18-inch wheels and a spray-on bedliner.

The GMC Canyon fits the bill for people who need a decent amount of utility but who don't want to deal with driving a full-sized pickup truck everywhere they go. As trucks have gotten more capable, they've also gotten bigger. Modern, full sized trucks are simply too big to be practical in many situations these days. Enter the GMC Canyon, with a footprint not much bigger than the average family sedan; it's maneuverable but still rugged enough for all of the jobs that can only be dealt with by a true pickup truck. The GMC Canyon competes with other compact trucks such as the Toyota Tacoma and the Nissan Frontier.

Preferred Equipment Group 4LE

6 Speakers

AM/FM radio: SiriusXM

Premium audio system: IntelliLink

Radio data system

Radio: AM/FM Stereo 8" Diagonal Color Touch Screen

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

Air Conditioning

Rear window defroster

Power driver seat

Power steering

Power windows

Remote keyless entry

Steering wheel mounted audio controls

Speed-sensing steering

Traction control

4-Wheel Disc Brakes

ABS brakes

Dual front impact airbags

Dual front side impact airbags

Emergency communication system: OnStar Guidance

Front anti-roll bar

Front wheel independent suspension

Low tire pressure warning

Occupant sensing airbag

Overhead airbag

Electronic Stability Control

Exterior Parking Camera Rear

Delay-off headlights

Front fog lights

Fully automatic headlights

Panic alarm

Security system

Speed control

Bumpers: body-color

Front & Rear Splash Guards

Front License Plate Kit

Power door mirrors

Rear step bumper

Auto-dimming Rear-View mirror

Cloth Seat Trim

Compass

Driver door bin

Driver vanity mirror

Front reading lights

Illuminated entry

Outside temperature display

Overhead console

Passenger vanity mirror

Tachometer

Telescoping steering wheel

Tilt steering wheel

Trip computer

Front Bucket Seats

Front Center Armrest

Split folding rear seat

Passenger door bin

Front Recovery Hooks

Alloy wheels

Wheels: 17" x 8" Blade Silver Metallic

Variably intermittent wipers

4.10 Rear Axle Ratio

Remote Start

Engine, 2.5L I4, DI, DOHC, VVT (200 hp [149.0 kW] @ 6300 rpm, 191 lb-ft of torque [259 N-m] @ 4400 rpm) (Not included on Crew Cab models.)

Transmission, 6-speed automatic (Included with (LCV) 2.5L I4 engine or (LWN) 2.8L Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine.)

Rear axle, 4.10 ratio (Requires (LCV) 2.5L I4 engine. Not included on Crew Cab models.)

GVWR, 5600 lbs. (2540 kg) (Standard on Extended Cab models with (LCV) 2.5L I4 engine only.)

Transfer case, electric, 2-speed Autotrac

Differential, automatic locking rear

Four wheel drive

Recovery hooks, front

Frame, fully-boxed

Steering, electric power-assist

Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, 4-wheel disc

Capless Fuel Fill (Requires gas engine and (E63) pickup box.)

Wheels, 17" x 8" (43.2 cm x 20.3 cm) Blade Silver Metallic cast aluminum

Tires, P255/65R17 all-season, blackwall

Pickup box

Tire, compact spare T175/80R18, blackwall (Requires (RTX) 18" compact spare wheel.)

Wheel, compact spare, 18" x 4.5" (45.7 cm x 11.4 cm) Black cast aluminum (Standard with (LCV) 2.5L I4 engine only. Not included on Crew Cab models.)

Bumper, rear Chrome

CornerStep, rear bumper

Moldings, Chrome beltline

Headlamps, projector-type with LED signature

Fog lamps, front

Lamps, cargo area cab mounted with switch on center switch bank

Mirror, spotter, located in corner of driver-side outside mirror

Mirrors, outside power-adjustable, body-color, manual-folding

Glass, windshield shade band

Door handles, body-color

Tailgate, EZ-Lift and Lower

Tailgate, locking

Tailgate handle, Black

Audio system, 8" diagonal Color Touch screen with IntelliLink, AM/FM/SiriusXM with USB ports and auxiliary jack, Bluetooth streaming audio for music and most phones, hands-free smartphone integration, voice-activated technology for radio and phone; and "Shop" with the ability to browse, select and install apps to your vehicle. You can customize your content with audio, weather and more.

SiriusXM Satellite Radio is standard on nearly all 2017 GM models. Enjoy a 3-month All Access trial subscription with over 150 channels including commercial-free music, plus sports, news and entertainment. Plus listening on the app and online is included, so you'll hear the best SiriusXM has to offer, anywhere life takes you. Welcome to the world of SiriusXM. (IMPORTANT: The SiriusXM Satellite Radio trial package is not provided on vehicles that are ordered for Fleet Daily Rental ("FDR") use. If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. To cancel you must call us at 1-866-635-2349. See our Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. All fees and programming subject to change.)

Audio system feature, 6-speaker system

Audio system feature, USB port, located on instrument panel

Audio system feature, USB port, located inside center console

OnStar 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi hotspot connects to the Internet at 4G LTE speeds; includes OnStar Data Trial for 3 months or 3GB (whichever comes first) (Visit www.onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data. Available Wi-Fi requires compatible mobile device, active OnStar service and data plan. Data plans provided by AT&T.)

Seats, front bucket

Interior trim, aluminum

Seat adjuster, driver 4-way power with manual recline

Seat adjuster, passenger 2-way manual, fore/aft with manual recline

Seats, dual rear with underseat storage (Extended Cab models only.)

Console, floor, front compartment, custom

Charging ports, 2, USB, located on the rear of the center console

Floor covering, color-keyed carpeting

Floor mats, carpeted front

Floor mats, carpeted rear

Steering wheel, leather-wrapped

Steering column, tilt and telescopic, manual

Steering wheel controls, mounted audio controls

Speedometer, miles/kilometers

Instrument panel, soft-touch materials

Display, driver instrument information enhanced, multi-color

Door locks, power

Windows, power with driver Express-Up and Down

Cruise control, electronic, automatic

Remote Keyless Entry, extended range

Theft-deterrent system, immobilization

Theft-deterrent system, unauthorized entry

Air conditioning, single-zone manual climate control

Defogger, rear-window electric

Handles, door release, front and rear, chrome

Mirror, inside rearview auto-dimming

Console, overhead

Visors, driver and front passenger illuminated sliding vanity mirrors

Lighting, interior, center dome (Extended Cab models only.)

Lighting, interior, dual reading

StabiliTrak, stability control system

Traction control, electronic

Daytime Running Lamps

Airbags, Dual-stage frontal airbags for driver and front passenger; Seat-mounted side-impact airbags for driver and front outboard passenger; Head-curtain airbags for front and rear outboard seating positions; Includes front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal passenger airbag (Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.)

OnStar Guidance Plan for 3 months including Automatic Crash Response, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Advanced Diagnostics and more (trial excludes Hands-Free Calling) (Fleet orders receive a 6-month trial. Visit www.onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model. OnStar acts as a link to existing emergency service providers. Not all vehicles may transmit all crash data.)

OnStar Basic Plan for 5 years includes limited RemoteLink mobile app services, Advanced Diagnostics and Dealer Maintenance Notification (Basic Plan available for 5 years from the date of vehicle delivery and is transferable. Does not include Emergency, Security or Navigation services)

Rear Vision Camera

Teen Driver mode a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob, to encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report gives you information on your teen's driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver

Tire Pressure Monitor System

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