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Updated on: November 20, 2020
Automotive Journalist
The 2021 GMC Canyon is here and it brings along subtle trim-specific updates along with an all-new off-road-oriented variant known as the 2021 GMC Canyon AT4. With a superb updated latest design philosophy and practicality quotient, the 2021 GMC Canyon Crew Cab is one of the best midsize trucks out there. Moreover, the trim lineup of the GMC Canyon has also been juggled for the model year 2021, as the 2021 GMC Canyon comes in a total of 4 trims - Elevation Standard, Elevation, AT4, and Denali.
What's new for the 2021 GMC Canyon is a revised front-end design for the Elevation Standard and Elevation trims. Moving up the ladder, the 2021 GMC Canyon Denali gets 20-inch wheels, added chrome body trim, and a more recognizable front grille. Speaking of the 2021 GMC Canyon AT4, well it's an all-new variant that broadens the Canyon's appeal in the midsize pickup truck segment and lures off-road enthusiasts. The 2021 GMC Canyon AT4 receives some serious performance equipment like 31-inch Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires, unique exterior, and interior styling, an electronic limited-slip rear differential, and a skid plate for underbody protection in order to live up to its name.
Very comfortable ride on all terrains
Great towing capacity
One of the best handlers in the segment
Enticing acceleration
Looks grand and has great street presence
Average front seating position
The base engine is laggy and lacks power
Revised front-end design
Reshuffled trim lienup
$29495
4dr Crew Cab
5
rear wheel drive
150
200 hp @ 6300 rpm
191 lb-ft. @ 4400 rpm
6-speed Automatic w/auto-manual
Independent front short and long arm suspension w/anti-roll bar
12.2/12.75
128.3 in.
212.4 in.
74.3 in.
70.7 in.
4026 lbs.
8.3 in.
39.2 cu ft.
41.3 cu ft.
3500
1440
9 sec.
17.1
19/22/25 mpg
525 mi.
3 yr./ 36000 mi.
5 yr./ 60000 mi.
6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Yes
$29,495 - $30,980
Style | Prices | MPG | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Seats | Colors |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Elevation Standard 4dr Crew Cab 5 ft. SB (2.5L 4cyl 6A) | Starting at $29,495 MSRP | (19/22/25) | 200 hp @ 6300 rpm, 2.5L, Inline 4, Regular unleaded | 6-speed Automatic w/auto-manual | rear wheel drive | 5 | |
Elevation Standard 4dr Crew Cab 5 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A) | Starting at $30,980 MSRP | (18/19/25) | 308 hp @ 6800 rpm, 3.6L, V-6, Regular unleaded | 8-speed shiftable automatic | rear wheel drive | 5 |
$33,095 - $38,195
Style | Prices | MPG | Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain | Seats | Colors |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 5 ft. SB (2.5L 4cyl 6A) | Starting at $33,095 MSRP | (19/22/25) | 200 hp @ 6300 rpm, 2.5L, Inline 4, Regular unleaded | 6-speed Automatic w/auto-manual | rear wheel drive | 5 | |
Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 5 ft. SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A) | Starting at $34,580 MSRP | (17/19/24) | 308 hp @ 6800 rpm, 3.6L, V-6, Regular unleaded | 8-speed shiftable automatic | four wheel drive | 5 | |
Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 5 ft. SB 4WD (3.6L 6cyl 8A) | Starting at $38,195 MSRP | (17/19/24) | 308 hp @ 6800 rpm, 1.4L, V-6, Regular unleaded | 8-speed Automatic w/overdrive and auto-manual | four wheel drive | 5 |
2021 GMC Canyon
$24,470 / 22 mpg
RMV: $31,105
Excellent deal$6,635 Below
Fishers, IN
2021 GMC Canyon
$24,470 / 22 mpg
RMV: $31,105
Excellent deal$6,635 Below
Fishers, IN
2021 GMC Canyon
$24,470 / 22 mpg
RMV: $31,105
Excellent deal$6,635 Below
Fishers, IN
2021 GMC Canyon
$24,902 / 22 mpg
RMV: $31,105
Excellent deal$6,203 Below
Fishers, IN
2021 GMC Canyon
$25,268 / 22 mpg
RMV: $31,105
Excellent deal$5,837 Below
Lake City, FL
2021 GMC Canyon
$25,726 / 22 mpg
RMV: $31,105
Excellent deal$5,379 Below
Lake City, FL
2021 GMC Canyon
$27,546 / 22 mpg
RMV: $33,120
Excellent deal$5,574 Below
North Little Rock, AR
2021 GMC Canyon
$25,905 / 22 mpg
RMV: $31,105
Excellent deal$5,200 Below
Oklahoma City, OK
2017 GMC Canyon
$12,250 / 63,145 miles
RMV: $17,727
Excellent Deal$5,477 Below
Pompano Beach, FL
2012 GMC Canyon
$6,995 / 175,912 miles
RMV: $9,770
Excellent Deal$2,775 Below
Pennsauken, NJ
2020 GMC Canyon
$33,000 / 1,235 miles
RMV: $42,226
Excellent Deal$9,226 Below
Havre, MT
2011 GMC Canyon
$6,950 / 139,230 miles
RMV: $8,877
Excellent Deal$1,927 Below
Logan, OH
2012 GMC Canyon
$4,995 / 174,560 miles
RMV: $6,257
Excellent Deal$1,262 Below
Tavares, FL
2011 GMC Canyon
$10,995 / 109,000 miles
RMV: $13,747
Excellent Deal$2,752 Below
New Gloucester, ME
2012 GMC Canyon
$11,995 / 149,826 miles
RMV: $14,840
Excellent Deal$2,845 Below
Branchville, NJ
2012 GMC Canyon
$17,695 / 78,340 miles
RMV: $21,796
Excellent Deal$4,101 Below
Spokane, WA
2017 GMC Canyon
$25,966 / 46,861 miles
RMV: $29,816
Excellent Deal$3,850 Below
Marlton, NJ
2017 GMC Canyon
$19,500 / 29,918 miles
RMV: $21,562
Good Deal$2,062 Below
Lumberton, NC
2019 GMC Canyon
$33,900 / 21,423 miles
RMV: $37,171
Good Deal$3,271 Below
Southern Pines, NC
2016 GMC Canyon
$16,990 / 52,051 miles
RMV: $18,591
Good Deal$1,601 Below
Milton, FL
2018 GMC Canyon
$24,550 / 29,969 miles
RMV: $26,591
Good Deal$2,041 Below
San Jose, CA
2016 GMC Canyon
$26,490 / 25,987 miles
RMV: $28,713
Good Deal$2,223 Below
Clarksburg, WV
2018 GMC Canyon
$28,995 / 13,333 miles
RMV: $31,368
Good Deal$2,373 Below
Plymouth, MI
2020 GMC Canyon
$28,590 / 6,022 miles
RMV: $30,905
Good Deal$2,315 Below
Bakersfield, CA
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Pricing And Features
Engine And Performance
Fuel Economy
Interior
Exterior
Safety
Competition
Final Verdict
6.2
OVERALL RATING
Overall Rating
The prices for the 2021 GMC Canyon starts at $27,595 for the base Elevation Standard trim and ranges up to $42,095 for the top of the line Denali trim. Speaking of engine options, the 2021 GMC Canyon gets a total of 3 engine options - a base 2.5L I4, a more powerful 3.6L V6, and the torquiest of the lot - a 2.8L turbocharged Diesel engine, available with the Denali and AT4 models.
The 2021 GMC Canyon's towing capacity of 7000 lbs. and the sweet ride and handling characteristics really lend this pickup a competitive edge over its rivals such as the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado, 2021 Toyota Tacoma, and the 2021 Ford F-150. So is the 2021 GMC Canyon really worthy? Scroll down our 2021 GMC Canyon's review as we try and find the answer to this.
7.3/10
Pricing and Features
6.0/10
Engine and Performance
4.0/10
Fuel Economy
8.0/10
Interior
7.0/10
Exterior
2.0/10
Safety
8.0/10
Competition
4.8/10
Final Verdict
The 2020 GMC Canyon's trim lineup consisted of three trim levels - Base, SLE, and SLT. However, that's not the case with the trim lineup of the 2021 GMC Canyon, as the auto-marque has reshuffled and renamed the Canyon's trim lineup for the model year 2021.
The 2021 GMC Canyon comes in a total of 4 trims - Elevation Standard, Elevation, AT4, and Denali. Out of these, we review the 2021 GMC Canyon AT4 and the 2021 GMC Canyon Denali separately. The prices of the 2021 GMC Canyon initiate from $29,495 for the base Elevation trim and ranges up to $45,595 for the top of the line Denali trim.
Model |
Elevation Standard | Elevation |
---|---|---|
MSRP (RWD) (2.5L) |
$29,495 | $33,095 |
MSRP (RWD) (3.6L) |
$30,980 | $34,580 |
MSRP (4WD) (3.6L) | - | $38,195 |
Key Features |
17" Dark Argent Metallic cast-aluminum wheels | Black Off-Road assist steps |
17" all-terrain Blackwall tires | Black Rocker Guards | |
20" low gloss-Black aluminum wheels | Black tailgate handle | |
Black GMC Emblem |
Body-color rear bumper | |
Daytime Running Lamps | Locking tailgate | |
Keyless Entry Keypad | Off-Road lights | |
2-way manual front passenger seat | All-weather floor liners | |
4-way power driver seat | Automatic climate control | |
6-speaker audio system | Door locks, power |
The 2021 GMC Canyon Elevation Standard and the 2021 GMC Canyon Elevation can be configured with two engine options - a base 2.5L Inline-4 and a more potent 3.6L V6 engine. Both these trims of the 2021 GMC Canyon come standard with rear-wheel drive.
There is no option of a 4WD drivetrain on the base Elevation Standard model, whereas, the 2021 GMC Canyon Elevation 4WD comes at a price of $38,195. One more thing worth noting here is that the base 2.5L 4-cylinder engine of the 2021 GMC Canyon is not configurable with a 4WD option.
Apart from the standard features, GMC also offers a number of additional packages for the 2021 Canyon so as to amp-up its appeal. Some of the most prominent packages on offer with the 2021 GMC Canyon and their price are as follows:
Out of all these packages, we specifically suggest you check-out the Driver Alert Package as it adds highlights such as lane-departure warning and front collision warning, which ensures the overall safety of the driver and crew.
Though there are a number of ways and techniques for deriving the actual reliability and ownership experience of a vehicle, one of the most trusted ways is to call attention to what the JD Power says about it. The JD Power Report gives ratings to vehicles on certain parameters like the Quality, Driving experience, resale value, etc. The ratings are mainly based on reviews by car-owners.
Speaking of the GMC Canyon, the 2020 GMC Canyon bagged a total score of 77 out of a maximum of 100, which happens to be a decent score. Below is a further breakdown of this score:
Since the 2021 GMC Canyon will be a carryover model, with just some subtle tweaks, we expect the same score to imply on the new model as well.
As per the data available on the NHTSA site, there has been no recall made for the 2021 GMC Canyon. It is also worth noting the fact that there were no recalls made for the 2020 model either. Lack of any kind of recalls clearly indicates how well the car is built and how well the company has tested the parts used in the car in order to ensure that no problems arise in the vehicle due to faulty part design or bad construction quality.
Category |
Year 1 |
Year 2 |
Year 3 |
Year 4 |
Year 5 |
Total |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Tax Credit |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
$0 |
Insurance |
$731 |
$757 |
$783 |
$810 |
$839 |
$3,920 |
Maintenance |
$373 |
$618 |
$648 |
$1,431 |
$1,540 |
$4,610 |
Repairs |
$0 |
$0 |
$111 |
$263 |
$383 |
$757 |
Taxes & Fees |
$1,532 |
$111 |
$111 |
$111 |
$111 |
$1,976 |
Financing |
$1,498 |
$1,205 |
$892 |
$558 |
$202 |
$4,355 |
Depreciation |
$5,331 |
$1,174 |
$1,112 |
$1,304 |
$1,234 |
$10,155 |
Fuel |
$1,718 |
$1,769 |
$1,822 |
$1,877 |
$1,933 |
$9,119 |
Real cost of ownership |
$11,183 |
$5,634 |
$5,479 |
$6,354 |
$6,242 |
$34,892 |
Speaking of the ownership costs, the GMC Canyon seeks a total of around 35,000USD over a span of 5 years. This amount includes a number of costs such as insurance, taxes and dealership charges, depreciation, repairs, fuel, financing, etc.
GMC offers a three-year overall limited warranty which is valid till 36,000 miles. Apart from that, the car also gets a powertrain warranty of five years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes early. The various warranty covers by the American automakers are as follows:
Criteria |
Period |
---|---|
Limited Warranty |
3 years or 36,000 miles |
Powertrain Warranty |
5 years or 60,000 miles |
Complimentary Maintenance |
1 visit for the year |
GMC provides for competitive coverage in the mid-size pickup truck segment against its arch-rivals. The warranty offers provided by GMC motors are quite reasonable and enough for its market audience.
We had put an estimate of $47,205 for 5 years, 15,000 miles each year. This equates to 34,892 for 75000 miles, that is, a running cost of 2.14 miles per dollar! This calculation includes many factors like depreciation, fuel costs, and insurance. This is also a very subjective parameter as many of the factors depend on how the car is driven and maintained.
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We'd recommend you to go for the 2021 GMC Canyon Elevation as it is the only trim here that offers a 4WD drivetrain. In order to maximize the potential of this truck, you should opt-in for the optional 3.6L V6 engine paired to a 4WD drivetrain.
Moreover, the 2021 GMC Canyon Elevation offers all the comfort features, space, and performance to ensure that the crew reaches its worksite on time and with all the essentials.
It is always a sensible decision to buy a used car, as it saves you a lot of money while giving you a larger selection of options within your price range. Moreover, when you buy a used car, you do not take a hit on the depreciation factor.
Buying a used GMC Canyon Crew Cab is a good idea if you have a tight budget with desperation to purchase and the new updates and features don’t seem to be a boon to you. The purchase of a used truck will save any person thousands of dollars with almost the same performing abilities and cargo space. It is an economical way to go unless the new note-worthy feature and configuration updates have no real-life application.
The basic GMC Canyon offers 3 engine options, 2 drivetrain options, and 3 transmission options. The base powertrain of the 2021 GMC Canyon comes in the form of a 2.5L Inline-4 engine that's good for belting out 200 hp and a peak torque of 191 lb.-ft.
The second engine option of the 2021 GMC Canyon Crew Cab is a 3.6-liter V6 engine, punching out 308 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque yoked to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Most buyers opt for this powertrain because the smaller 2.5L engine feels inefficient for a mid-size pickup truck like this.
On the transmission front, the 2021 Canyon has an option to upgrade the standard 6-speed automatic transmission to the 8-speed automatic transmission which is really smooth. With the 8-speed automatic incorporated, the engine fires off while gaining momentum without any friction, and can carry the maximum towing capacity of 7,000 lbs.
Models |
2021 GMC Canyon |
2021 Chevrolet Colorado |
2021 Toyota Tacoma |
2021 Ford F-150 |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$29,495 |
$26,395 |
$27,325 |
$28,940 |
Engine |
2.5L NA I4 engine |
2.5L NA 4-cylinder engine |
2.7L I4 DOHC 4-cylinder engine |
3.3L Naturally Aspirated V6 |
Drivetrain |
RWD |
RWD |
RWD |
RWD |
Transmission |
6-speed automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
6-speed automatic |
10-speed automatic |
Power |
200 hp @ 6300 RPM |
200 hp @ 6300 RPM |
159 hp @ 5200 RPM |
290 hp @ 6500 RPM |
Torque |
191 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM |
191 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM |
180 lb-ft @ 3800 RPM |
265 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM |
The GMC Canyon and the Chevrolet Colorado share the same powertrain with a 2.5L I4 engine belting out 200 ponies. However, Colorado has a significant price advantage here as it offers identical power outputs and torque but at a much more economical price. Moving on, the 2021 Ford F-150 gets a 3.3L Naturally aspirated V6 engine as standard that belts out 290 hp which is the best in class power figures.
As mentioned above, the GMC Canyon Crew Cab is one of the quickest mid-size premium pickup trucks in the market. The 2021 GMC Canyon goes from 0-60 MPH in just 8.5 seconds and the quarter-mile time is just 16.5 seconds at 82 mph, which Is decent but definitely could have been better according to the horsepower of the engine on the spec sheets.
The braking performance of the 2021 GMC Canyon is better than most as well. In a test, the truck's response to the brakes was exceptionally good. The Canyon can brake well with maximum towing capacity as well. The large brake rotors provide an impetus to better braking abilities. The acceleration and braking performance are quite outstanding considering its rivals.
Models |
2021 GMC Canyon |
2021 Chevrolet Colorado |
2021 Toyota Tacoma |
2021 Ford F-150 |
---|---|---|---|---|
0-60 MPH |
8.5 secs |
8.4 secs |
9.4 secs |
7.5 secs |
Quarter-Mile (seconds) |
16.5 seconds |
16.2 seconds |
14.7 seconds |
15.2 seconds |
Top Speed (MPH) |
130 MPH |
135 MPH |
116 MPH |
130 MPH |
60-0 (feet) |
121 feet |
123 feet |
119 feet |
128 feet |
The Canyon is beaten by its rival when it comes to acceleration and quarter-mile timings. Toyota Tacoma seems to show great braking performance but disappoints in acceleration. The 2021 Ford F-150 proves to be the fastest in the segment, in 0-60 mph as well as quarter-mile timings. The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado too has good speeding abilities despite the muscular and gigantic size of the car.
Pickup trucks are not really meant for setting drag-strips ablaze, what they are really intended to do is to tow and carry stuff. The 2021 GMC Canyon gets a 2.5-liter Inline 4 under the hood that makes 200 hp and 191 lbs.-ft. of torque. With this engine setup, the 2021 GMC Canyon can tow a total of 3500 lbs. and has a payload capacity of 1440 lbs.
However, bring in the more potent 3.5L V6 engine that tucks in 308 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque to the 2021 GMC Canyon, and the towing capacity increase to 7000 lbs. whereas the payload Capacity increases to 1531 lbs. that means, you can tow your everyday gigs with comfort and ease.
Models |
2021 GMC Canyon |
2021 Chevrolet Colorado |
2021 Toyota Tacoma |
2021 Ford F-150 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Towing Capacity (Maximum) |
7000 lbs. |
7700 lbs. |
6800 lbs. |
9200 lbs. |
Payload Capacity (Maximum) |
1531 lbs. |
1551 lbs. | 1620 lbs. |
1920 lbs. |
Speaking of the rivals, almost all the contenders of this segment are more or less in the same ballpark in terms of towing and payload capacity, except for the 2021 Ford F-150. The 2021 Ford F-150 posts a maximum towing capacity of 9200 lbs and a maximum payload capacity of 1920 lbs, making it the best in the segment.
The 2021 GMC Canyon is a pickup truck and definitely drives like one. Be it the unpaved road or the town streets the GMC Canyon is always a delight to drive. The dimensions of the GMC Canyon lend it the capability of soaking the harshest of bumps and breaks without transmitting them into the cabin. The GMC Canyon's ride quality strikes a fine balance between being robust and soft.
However, despite such a massive size, the 2021 GMC Canyon is not that difficult to maneuver in city traffic either. The feedback from the Canyon's steering wheels is absolutely spot-on and gives you a genuine idea about what's happening on the front-end. The Canyon is not a corner-carver, courtesy of its hefty weight, there is a considerable amount of body roll. However, it can still handle some sharp turns at sedate speeds.
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The 2021 GMC Canyon Crew Cab has great gas mileage with the 3.6-liter V6 engine mated to an 8-speed automatic that cranks 300 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque produces good miles per gallon. The 2021 GMC Canyon delivers 20/25/22 in the city, highway, and combined, respectively.
The fuel tank capacity of this 2021 GMC Canyon is about 21 gallons which is great considering the engine under the hood of such a massive truck. The mpg figures will be deducted by 1 in each if a 4-wheel-drive is integrated.
Models |
2021 GMC Canyon |
2021 Chevrolet Colorado |
2021 Toyota Tacoma |
2021 Ford F-150 |
---|---|---|---|---|
MPG (City) |
19 |
19 |
19 |
19 |
MPG (Highway) |
25 |
25 |
22 |
25 |
MPG (Combined) |
22 |
22 |
21 |
22 |
Fuel Capacity (gallons) |
21 |
21 |
21.1 |
23 |
Range (city/highway/combined) (miles) |
399/525/462 |
399/525/462 |
401/464/443 |
437/575/506 |
When it comes to fuel-efficiency, all the rivals are more or less in the same ballpark here. However, the Ford F-150 has a significant advantage here as it delivers same efficiency figures even with greater power. Moreover, the 2021 Ford F-150 has the best in class fuel-tank capacity, which makes it a serious mile cruncher.
The American automakers have ensured that the design of the interiors of the 2021 GMC Canyon is comfortable, spacious, and functional. This truck is more about optimum utilization of the simple features, instead of flashy or flamboyant aspects on the inside with zero sensibility with the functions. The truck has wonderfully spaced out front seats.
There is enough leg space, shoulder space, and headspace for those who stand 6-ft tall. The elevated rear-seats are comfortable but long hours will be a stressful situation. 3 adults need to be squished for a long drive, the backseats have limited legroom.
Models |
2021 GMC Canyon |
2021 Chevrolet Colorado |
2021 Toyota Tacoma |
2021 Ford F-150 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
4 |
4 |
Front Row (Headroom/Shoulder Room/Leg Room, in inches) |
41.4/57.5/45.0 |
41.4/57.5/45.0 |
39.7/58.3/42.9 |
40.8/66.7/43.9 |
Rear Row (Headroom/Shoulder Room/Leg Room, in inches) |
38.3/56.2/35.8 |
38.3/56.2/35.8 |
34.9/56.5/24.6 |
N/A |
The Canyon may not have much room for carrying suitcases inside the truck, but it sure has better cargo-bed volume and storage space for loose items than its competitors. It is a commercial pickup truck and having good enough cargo space is inevitable.
It has a deep center-console bin, multiple door pockets, and other miscellaneous spots throughout the cabin that provide a haven for loose items to be assorted. The inside comes swathed in leather upholstery with very basic materials on the other parts of the truck.
Some of the most eminent standard interior and convenience features of the 2021 GMC Canyon are:
The Canyon’s touchscreen infotainment system is intuitive and minimalistic. It doesn’t have the best infotainment system in the business; it is very basic for a near-luxurious commercial truck. The screen is user-friendly but the rubberized knobs for volume or tuning and the excessively hard buttons aren’t the industry standard.
The 7-inch color touchscreen infotainment system on the 2021 GMC Canyon is average as the touchscreen display is a bit too basic. The truck does have Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as the smart device integration. With a standard 6 speaker setup, the audio quality is decent. However, you can definitely upgrade to a premium 7 Bose speaker set up which is a lot better than the basic one.
Some of the most prominent standard infotainment features of the 2021 GMC Canyon are:
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The 2021 GMC Canyon has a good exterior design with a premium and brawny feel. The 2021 GMC Canyon gets a redesigned front grille that further accentuates its street presence.
The 2021 GMC Canyon's look is characterized by clean and sleek lines that possess functionality and eye-catching handsomeness. The hood has indentation around a section that is actually bulging upwards, which makes the truck look really bulky. The rear headlights have a C-shaped LED which looks really well.
The bold grille, red towing hooks, sporting fender flares, rounded rectangle elements, and the front and back fenders flaring out make it the standout features that increase the significance of such incorporations. The Canyon is going to be dressed appealingly with aggressiveness and muscularity to its frame.
Models |
2021 GMC Canyon |
2021 Chevrolet Colorado |
2021 Toyota Tacoma |
2021 Ford F-150 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Curb Weight |
3,943 lbs |
4,050 lbs |
4,305 lbs |
4,069 lbs |
Length |
212.4” |
212.7” |
212.3” |
209.1” |
Width |
74.3” |
74.3” |
74.4” |
79.9” |
Height |
70.7” |
70.4” |
70.6” |
75.6” |
Ground Clearance |
8.3” |
8.3” |
9.4” |
8.7” |
Wheelbase |
128.3” |
128.3” |
127.4” |
122.8’ |
Chevrolet Colorado is the longest of the lot, and hence it translates better into much bigger cabin space, whereas the Ford F-150 stands out to be at the bottom of the pile. Toyota Tacoma's 9.4-inch ground clearance lets it wade over large boulders, and take on uncharted roads quite easily. GMC Canyon's lighter curb weight also helps it to achieve competitive acceleration figures too.
Some of the most noteworthy exterior features of the 2021 GMC Canyon are:
The GMC doesn’t offer the best safety available in the segment and is far behind when it comes to safety aspects with its competitors. It doesn’t live up to the standards set by its rivals in the market.
The 2021 model hasn’t been crash-tested by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Although the previous-gen GMC Canyon earned a 4-star rating by the NHTSA but wasn’t voted as the Top Safety Pick by the IIHS. Irrespective of everything, it lacks the advanced active safety features and driver-assistance technology to prevent accidents.
Some of the most prominent safety features aboard the 2021 GMC Canyon are:
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The 2021 GMC canyon Crew Cab and Chevrolet Colorado are twins under the General Motors umbrella. They are very similar in almost all aspects of the vehicle. The same standard features, towing capacity, fuel capacity, powertrain, and many other similar things. The trucks are closely ranked in the compact pickup truck market.
They both have similar reliability ratings by J.D. Power. The Canyon gets that extra Brownie point because of the tad bit nicer interiors. The Chevrolet is a very purist pickup truck but the GMC Canyon has better features and creature comforts on the top-tier trims. The Canyon is beaten in the acceleration and spacing aspect while most other aspects are similar. Colorado is a better choice here because of the equal and better features and attributes with lower cost.
The Toyota Tacoma and GMC Canyon are equally good, and you cannot go wrong in choosing either of them. Although the 2021 Toyota Tacoma’s price is a bit steeper, it still provides the same value as the Canyon Crew Cab. The Canyon crew cab can tow and haul more cargo but the fuel economy is better achieved by Toyota Tacoma.
The GMC canyon provides the extra oomph with the acceleration and braking performance, the Toyota Tacoma is an all-rounder. Overall, both are fine automobiles that do their job well.
The Ford F-150 has had a long livery and the 2021 model takes it a step further as the F-150 has received an extensive overhaul for the model year 2021. The Ford F-150 is the best selling pickup truck in the United States and positions itself as a value for money offering.
The 2021 Ford F-150 comes at a starting price of $28,940, and for this price it gets a 3.3L V6 engine pumping out 290 hp as compared to the 2.5L I4 engine of the 2021 GMC Canyon that churns 200 ponies. The Ford F-150 performs better than the GMC Canyon in almost all aspects and is definitely the greater choice among the two.
All in all, the GMC Canyon Crew Cab is an excellent choice of pickup truck for all purposes. The truck has everything you’re looking for in a pickup truck. It has the good-looking exterior, incredible performing capabilities, good safety features, comfort and convenience, smooth and firm handling, customizable configurations and so much more to suit all your needs. It is one of the best options in the market.
The brands GMC and Chevrolet come under the GM giant. And to keep the costs in check, they both share the chassis and the powertrain. The build quality varies but they both offer a similar amount of kit for the price.
As standard, the 2021 GMC Canyon comes with a rear-wheel drivetrain. However, the option of getting a 4WD is also there and costs a few bucks extra over the selected trim's MSRP. However, the new 2021 GMC Canyon AT4 gets 4WD as standard.
If properly maintained and taken care of, a GMC Canyon can easily last for 200,000 miles.
Yes, the GMC Canyons are very good at retaining their value. The GMC Canyon has a J.D. Power Resale Score of 85/1000, which shows that its resale value is constantly high.
The annual maintenance cost of a GMC Canyon, on average, ranges from $220 - $237, depending upon your service provider.
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Car Name | Deals | Starting Price | Number of Listings |
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2021 GMC Canyon | 1 | $21,999 | 16 Listings |
2020 GMC Canyon | 2 | $22,199 | 70 Listings |
2019 GMC Canyon | 3 | $20,499 | 399 Listings |
2018 GMC Canyon | 10 | $18,907 | 566 Listings |
2017 GMC Canyon | 11 | $12,250 | 422 Listings |
2016 GMC Canyon | 4 | $12,495 | 428 Listings |
2015 GMC Canyon | 4 | $7,595 | 209 Listings |
2012 GMC Canyon | 5 | $4,995 | 62 Listings |
2011 GMC Canyon | 3 | $6,950 | 24 Listings |