Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at Edmunds and was the first editor-in-chief of Edmunds.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.
Pros
Plenty of power and a stout maximum tow rating
Balanced ride and handling on pavement and dirt
Roomy interior with an excellent driving position
Google-based infotainment is simple and easy to use
Cons
High base price
Unimpressive fuel economy ratings
Single cab style and cargo bed length
Indecisive transmission shifting
What's new
Redesigned midsize crew-cab pickup truck
Standard turbocharged engine and off-road suspension
Next-generation infotainment and new safety technologies
Kicks off the third Canyon generation
Overview
The 2023 GMC Canyon midsize pickup gets a full redesign this year, and it retains what we liked about the previous-generation model while improving everything else. GMC packages the new Canyon with a focus on what's popular, so it comes only in a crew-cab short-bed configuration with a standard off-road suspension and stance. Every 2023 Canyon features a turbocharged four-cylinder engine providing robust power and stump-pulling torque, and most versions of the truck include four-wheel drive. New infotainment, safety and convenience technologies debut, and the interior is roomier and more refined than before.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
The redesigned Canyon's emphasis on off-roading is most evident in the new AT4X model. It shares its hardware with its corporate cousin, the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, but wrapped in more upscale styling. This is particularly true inside the cab, where the GMC's more expressive detailing and premium materials help to justify the higher price compared to the Chevy. Highlights of the Canyon AT4X include 33-inch mud-terrain tires, an exclusive Baja driving mode, electronic locking front and rear differentials, Multimatic DSSV dampers, and improved ground clearance and approach angles compared to the Canyon AT4.
Competitors to consider
You have a lot of fresh midsize truck hardware to pick from. Besides the related Chevy Colorado, the Canyon also competes with the Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma, both of which will be redesigned for 2024. Jeep's Gladiator is also a great option, particularly if you plan on going off-road.
What’s it like to live with?
Considering the popularity of off-road-ready pickups, we think the Canyon AT4 will give you the most bang for your buck. It's not quite as capable as the AT4X, but it holds its own in most off-roading situations and saves you a considerable sum of money.
GMC Canyon models
The 2023 GMC Canyon is a midsize pickup truck available in a crew-cab short-bed configuration with your choice of four trim levels: Elevation, AT4, AT4X and Denali. All four are powered by a turbocharged 2.7-liter inline-four (310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft) paired exclusively with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Elevation comes standard with two-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive with a true low range is optional on that trim and standard on the AT4, AT4X and Denali. Keep reading for our editorial breakdown of the Canyon's standard and optional features.
Elevation
Standard feature highlights on the Canyon Elevation include:
18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
Off-road-tuned suspension
LED headlights
Remote locking tailgate
Keyless entry with push-button start
Tilt-only steering wheel
Height-adjustable driver's seat
8-inch digital instrument cluster
11.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (wireless connectivity for both)
Six-speaker audio system
Standard driver aids on all Canyons include:
Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
Optional equipment includes:
Convenience package
Remote engine start
Heated exterior mirrors
Rear window defogger
Sliding rear window
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
120-volt power outlet on rear console and in bed
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Upgraded tailgate (EZ-Lift and Lower) with integrated storage
Preferred package
Power-adjustable driver's seat
Heated front seats
Technology package
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the GMC and the car in front)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Canyon and its surroundings in tight parking situations)
Canyon Safety Plus package
Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
AT4
The AT4 includes all of the Elevation's equipment, adding:
Convenience and Preferred package contents
Hill descent control
Standard four-wheel drive with a two-speed transfer case
Additional USB ports
Options include:
Seven-speaker Bose audio system
Technology and Canyon Safety Plus packages
AT4 Premium package
Canyon Safety Plus package contents
Leather upholstery
Power-adjustable passenger seat
Wireless charging pad
Heated steering wheel
Heated and ventilated front seats
AT4X
The AT4X builds off the AT4 with additional changes to enhance the Canyon's off-road performance. Changes include:
Canyon Safety Plus, Technology and AT4 Premium package contents
17-inch wheels with more aggressive mud-terrain tires
Additional skid plates
Rock rails
Retuned suspension with 1-inch additional lift and Multimatic DSSV dampers
Locking front and rear differentials
Spray-in bedliner
Trailering package (see below)
11-inch digital instrument cluster
Head-up display
Bose audio system
For the first year, the AT4X is available with the Edition 1 package. It includes a variety of dealer-installed upgrades, such as:
17-inch beadlock-capable wheels
30-inch front LED light bar
Revised front bumper with brush guard
Front-mounted Comeup winch
Underbody cameras
Configurable bed rails
Accessory switch kit
Denali
The Denali sits atop the Canyon lineup. While not as off-road capable as the AT4X, it has the same set of convenience and technology features. It also has:
Chrome exterior trim
20-inch wheels
Special interior trim
An optional Trailering package is available for the Canyon. It includes a trailer hitch and an integrated trailer brake controller (allows adjustment of a trailer's brakes from the cab).
At first sight, the new Canyons are slick & beautiful. Interior design is updated & eye catching. I purchased the Denali 4 wheel drive, 2.7L 4 cylinder turbo charged 310HP high output engine with 430lbs torque, 20" mags, a 2" factory lift, spray in bed liner, Sunroof, heated/ cooled leather seats, updated radio system (infotainment system) 11" screen, included side steps, etc.
The … engine output is great, good p/u & power. Surprisingly strong for a 4 cylinder engine. But I wonder if GM overthought or prematurely relied on 'too much too soon' on the reliability of the placing all your controls in the infotainment screen. Almost everything you do within the vehicle is controlled at the infotainment or radio screen. Your headlights, fog lights, HUD, radio, cameras, system checks, trip meters, system over the air updates, etc.
Ok, what's wrong with the system. After driving the vehicle for a few days, the infotainment system went black while driving. So no control over the radio, or some vital parts of the system which runs the vehicle. No access to my headlight controls (safety issue). It was near the beginning of early evening. But fortunately, I had set the headlights on automatic. So even though it got dark, the automatic headlights kicked on. So if I had had the lights set on manual, no lights. I would have been stuck somewhere on the side of the road. Luckily, later I was able to go onto the forums and find reset solutions for this problem. But the problems vary and the reset solutions don't always work. I have only owned the Denali for 2 1/2 weeks and had 3 (to date) infotainment glitches that are quite concerning. 1. black screen 2. frozen screen (in app mode) 3. flickering screen which also caused the instrument cluster to go from bright to dim and back several times. But over the last week, nothing has happened, The vehicle is running fine with no safety issues. But one never knows when the glitches will start up again. The vehicle will be serviced in a few days for a complete system check. According to the forums, this seems to be a problem for both Chevy Colorado's as well as GMC Canyons. Note: there are no switches on the dash for turning on your headlights. The infotainment system screen is where most of your controls are located. Until this problem is fixed for all, you are relying on reset procedures which eventually will work until the next incident. But what happens when it just goes dead. We aren't even talking about the early buyers who were victims of dead batteries that were drained by a computer glitch in Detroit that was pinging the vehicles for software updates when there was no updates. Kept the vehicle systems on until their batteries went dead. Supposedly has been addressed & fixed. I haven't experienced that, but worries me that it could happen again or who knows if an outsider hacked the system which caused the glitch. Even GM doesn't know how it happened. This could be a great vehicle for those looking to downsize from a big truck, but there is way too much that relies on the electronic brain put into this vehicle. Check the GM forums to see if these problems are prevalent in their other lines of vehicles.
Spent a year deciding on what truck I wanted to spend my hard earned money on and decided it would be the Canton AT4. Unfortunately I owned the truck 6 months and only have 5k miles on it when I got a power steering failure warning. Truck has been at the dealer for 30 days. No Parts!! No idea on a time frame. Won’t give me a rental. Extremely poor customer service! Will never … purchase a GMC product again.
My new GMC Canyon AT4 is simply brilliant. After owning 2 consecutive Chevrolet Colorado Z71s (2016 with the V6 and 2018 with the baby Duramax) which I both loved, I decided to get fancy and go with the 2023 GMC Canyon AT4 in Volcanic Red. Let's just say that my new truck is unbelievably comfortable and capable. It might not just be the prettiest truck I have ever owned, it might be the … prettiest truck I have ever seen. The exterior couldn't look better if they tried. The interior is incredibly well appointed and it is overflowing with technology. People literally stop and stare at it when they see it. I am also optimistic that it will function fabulously. This mid-sized truck fits perfectly in my garage, on city streets, on on Utah mountain dirt roads. I couldn't be happier.
I ordered a new 2023 canyon AT4,when it came in I was excited.When the sales person was explaining some of the new electronics at the dealership, we couldn't get my i-phone to sync with some of the electronics.Salesman no problem, same thing happened recently to same vehicle,guick fix.That was a month and a half ago.Factory says because it is a new production, they have not made any new … parts for them.They said it might take a couple of weeks to get the part.That didn't happen.I have called the G M C factory several times and nobody will give me a time frame for the part production.Seems like General Motors has a serious problem.Very disappointed, if anyone is thinking about a new Canyon I hope you have better luck.
Choosing between a Chevy Colorado and a GMC Canyon comes down to your budget and styling preference. If you prefer the Canyon's design and interior, or you simply want a Canyon Denali for its more upscale appearance, then choose the GMC. However, be aware that GMC positions the Canyon as a premium model, so it's priced higher due to added standard equipment and longer complimentary trials to subscription services. Also, note that you'll pay extra for paint colors that don't cost more over at the Chevy dealership.
The new 2023 Canyon is a better truck than the 2023 Ford Ranger, largely because the Ranger is at the end of its current-generation lifespan. It's true that the Ranger is generally priced lower and can tow nearly as much weight as the Canyon. But overall, the new Canyon is undeniably the better midsize pickup truck. Next year, when a redesigned Ranger goes on sale, the story might be different.
Midsize-truck buyers love the Toyota Tacoma, the best-selling model in the segment. But compared to the new Canyon, the 2023 Tacoma is slower and less comfortable. But like the Ford Ranger, the Tacoma is getting a complete redesign for 2024 that promises to upgrade the truck in every way (except for towing capacity). If you're curious what it's like to live with a third-generation Tacoma, Edmunds performed a long-term test waaaaaay back in 2016. In most ways, that experience remains valid today.
The GMC Canyon midsize pickup gets a full redesign for 2023 and succeeds the previous-generation Canyon that made its debut nearly a decade ago. While we were impressed with the old truck's handling, powertrains and towing capabilities, its technology features, interior design and off-road capabilities were in need of improvement. Thankfully, this latest Canyon builds off of the previous-gen's strengths and improves everything else.
The new Canyon features a new turbocharged engine, GMC's latest in-car tech, a wide array of driver aids and some impressive off-road capabilities. We had an opportunity to drive all four of the 2023 Canyon's trims, including some time off-roading in the new Canyon AT4X, a truck that's essentially a GMC-badged version of the impressive Chevrolet Colorado ZR2. Are the changes enough to move the needle and make the Canyon a superior pick over the Toyota Tacoma? We got real seat time to find out.
What's under the Canyon's hood?
All Canyons are powered by a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine. This is the same engine that made its debut in GM's light-duty full-size trucks a few years back. That means no more V6 or turbodiesel engine options for the Canyon. Unlike the related Chevrolet Colorado, which features three different power ratings for the 2.7-liter, the Canyon gets the high-output version of this engine in all trims. It makes 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque and is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission. This is a stout amount of power for a midsize truck and tops the outputs of the current Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma. Four-wheel drive is standard on all but the base Elevation trim.
What other hardware changes does the Canyon get?
There's a wider track than before as well as a taller ride height. The Canyon's base ground clearance is now 9.6 inches and just a bit shy of the Tacoma's 9.7 inches of clearance. Opting for the off-road-focused AT4X takes things up another inch, raising ground clearance to 10.7 inches. Additionally, the AT4X, as the new GMC version of the Colorado ZR2, features Multimatic DSSV dampers, electronic locking front and rear differentials, 33-inch all-terrain tires, rock rails and heavy-duty skid plates. The Multimatic dampers are particularly noteworthy, as they improve the truck's off-road capabilities without significantly sacrificing on-road comfort.
An Edition 1 package that will only be available for the redesigned Canyon's first year of production adds on front- and rear-facing underbody cameras, an off-road front bumper with safari bar, a front 30-inch light bar, a winch, a unique front skid plate and 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels. The front bumper, safari bar, light bar and winch will only be offered on the Edition 1 at launch but will be available as a factory or dealer accessory for 2024.
How does the Canyon drive?
We didn't have any significant complaints about the previous Canyon's ride, handling and overall performance, so it's no surprise that the new truck is still a solid performer. The new engine provides plenty of power, with lots of low- and mid-range torque to help it feel quick around town. There's more than enough power for merging or passing on the highway too. The eight-speed automatic is quick and smooth, though on our initial drive we noticed that it occasionally shifted unexpectedly, as if it wasn't sure what gear it needed to be in.
The steering is responsive and provides more feedback from the road surface than the systems in other midsize trucks. These qualities give the Canyon a more refined feel; the whole truck seems tighter and more buttoned-down than before. The suspension, be it the standard setup or the AT4X's Multimatic DSSV dampers, is well balanced between on-road comfort and off-road compliance. While rivals like the Tacoma, Ford Ranger and Jeep Gladiator feature suspensions that allow for compliance and clearance on rough roads but can feel soft and wallowy on pavement, the Canyon seems well tuned for both.
What about off-roading?
We drove on some trails that would have been too tight for a Sierra 1500. The Canyon's midsize proportions and direct steering gave us the confidence to thread the needle between some nasty-looking logs without puckering up too badly. Front and rear electronically locking differentials are standard on the AT4X, and the rear diff can be activated on-the-fly.
Other than some mud and narrow clearances, the trails GMC took us on weren't overly taxing for a truck as capable as the AT4X. We think the regular AT4 with its standard four-wheel drive, all-terrain tires, hill descent control and two-speed transfer case would have made it through the same areas just as unscathed.
The Canyon features multiple drive modes, with three (Off-Road, Terrain and Baja) aimed at improving performance on loose surfaces. Off-Road is the most mild and intended for grass, mud or gravel. Terrain mode adjusts things like throttle response and transmission tuning to help improve low-speed maneuverability. Think steep hills and rock crawling. Baja mode — exclusive to the AT4X — is intended for high-speed driving on sand or dirt, though we didn't have an opportunity to put it to the test.
How comfortable is the Canyon?
The Canyon has decent on-road manners, especially for a truck. It's not pillowy soft, but it generally soaks up bumps without bouncing about or being too stiff. All 2023 Canyons are crew cabs, with four real doors and a full bench seat in the rear. Seats in both rows are decently padded and offer a more supportive shape than the outgoing Canyon's rather flat seats. There's more than enough space for four adults inside this truck. The driver's seat position is excellent and much preferred over the splay-legged position required by the awkward seat placement in the Toyota Tacoma.
How's the Canyon's interior?
The Canyon's interior design and feel are better than the outgoing Canyon's. The last Canyon drove well, but the interior was drab to look at and cheap to the touch. Stiff seats and hard plastics undercut the truck's generally comfortable ride. The new interior, while not necessarily luxurious, offers a more refined and premium feel than the old truck's cabin. That's especially true in the Denali trim, which features interior upgrades over the other variants with wood trim and additional leather on surfaces like the door panels.
This all makes the Canyon feel much more grown-up than before. GMC and General Motors as a whole have been making a concerted effort to improve their interiors as evidenced by models like the refreshed GMC Sierra and fully redesigned models like the Chevrolet Trailblazer and Trax. GM interiors have generally lagged behind the competition, so we're pleased that the new Canyon doesn't suffer from the same middling design as its predecessor.
How's the Canyon's tech?
Along with the new interior comes new in-car tech, including an 11.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system that will be standard on all trims. It features GM's latest user interface and comes standard with wireless connectivity for both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. If you prefer to use the Canyon's system rather than stream from your phone, the new infotainment is straightforward and easy to use. The Google-backed system uses Google Maps as its native navigation system, so it's easy to use.
The Elevation and AT4 both come with 8-inch digital instrument clusters, while the AT4X and Denali get slightly larger 11-inch digital instrument clusters. Additionally, the AT4X and Denali get a head-up display; it's optional on the standard AT4.
But it's not just in-cabin tech that gets a bump. The Canyon is available with a number of other features that help it stand out. Some of those features include an available 10 exterior cameras, including one underneath the truck so you can see just how close those rocks are to bashing the underside of your truck. That camera even has a washer nozzle to spray the lens, useful for when the entire underside gets caked in mud.
There are a handful of standard and available driver's aids too. Standard equipment includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, automatic high beams and lane keeping assistance. Additionally, features like adaptive cruise control and blind-spot warning are available with certain packages. In practice, it all works well. The adaptive cruise helped maintain good gaps, and all of those cameras were helpful when navigating tight trails.
How are the Canyon's towing and hauling?
Towing and hauling have always been among the Canyon's strengths, and the 2023 model is no different. Payload ratings vary from just over 1,000 pounds in the AT4X Edition 1 to over 1,600 pounds in the two-wheel-drive Canyon Elevation. All trucks feature the same bed length. At 61.7 inches, it's slightly longer than the beds on the Tacoma, Ranger and Gladiator, but it's slightly smaller than the Honda Ridgeline's bed.
The Elevation, AT4 and Denali all have a 7,700-pound towing capacity, right there with the best midsize trucks. The AT4X is rated at a lower but still impressive 6,000 pounds, and the AT4X Edition 1 is rated at 5,500 pounds.
How economical is the Canyon?
All Canyons use the same turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine, but fuel economy ratings vary slightly. The two-wheel-drive Elevation gets an EPA-estimated 20 mpg in combined city/highway driving. Four-wheel-drive models are rated at 19 mpg combined except for the AT4X (18 mpg). Overall, the Canyon's EPA numbers are a bit worse than the class average. Most rivals average at least 20 mpg combined, even with four-wheel drive.
What are the Canyon's trim levels?
The 2023 GMC Canyon is available in four trim levels: Elevation, AT4, AT4X and Denali. All four are powered by a 2.7-liter turbocharged inline-four (310 hp, 410 lb-ft) paired exclusively with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Elevation comes standard with two-wheel drive; four-wheel drive with a true low range is optional on that trim and standard on the AT4, AT4X and Denali.
Elevation Standard feature highlights on the Canyon include:
LED headlights
18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires
Keyless entry with push-button start
Tilt-only steering wheel
8-inch digital instrument cluster
11.3-inch touchscreen display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (wireless connectivity for both)
Six-speaker audio system
Standard driver aids on all Canyons include:
Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane keeping assistance (steers the Canyon back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Optional equipment includes:
Convenience package
Rear window defogger
Sliding rear window
LED foglights
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
120-volt outlet on rear console and in bed
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Upgraded tailgate (EZ-Lift)
Preferred package
Power-adjustable driver's seat
Heated front seats
Technology package
Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the GMC and the car in front)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the truck and its surroundings in tight parking situations)
Canyon Safety Plus package
Rear parking sensors
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot)
AT4 The AT4 includes all of the Elevation's equipment, adding:
Standard Convenience and Preferred package features
Hill descent control
Standard four-wheel drive with two-speed transfer case
Additional USB ports
Options include:
Seven-speaker Bose audio system
Technology and Canyon Safety Plus packages
AT4 Premium package
Leather upholstery
Power-adjustable passenger seat
Rear armrest
Wireless charging pad
Heated steering wheel
Heated and ventilated front seats
AT4X The AT4X builds off the AT4 with additional changes to enhance the Canyon's off-road performance. Changes include:
Standard Technology, Canyon Safety Plus and AT4 Premium packages
17-inch wheels with more aggressive all-terrain tires
Additional skid plates
11-inch digital instrument cluster
Head-up display
All-weather floor mats
Rock rails
Retuned suspension with 1-inch additional lift and Multimatic DSSV dampers
Locking front and rear differentials
Bose audio system
Spray-in bedliner
Trailering package (see below)
For the first year, the AT4X is available with the Edition 1 package. It includes:
Configurable bed rails
30-inch front LED light bar
Revised front bumper with brush guard
Factory winch from ComeUp
17-inch beadlock-capable wheels
Underbody cameras
Accessory switch kit
Denali The Denali sits atop the Canyon lineup. While not as off-road capable as the AT4X, it has the same set of convenience and technology features. It also has:
Chrome exterior trim
20-inch wheels
Special interior trim
An optional Trailering package is available for the Canyon. It includes a trailer hitch and an integrated trailer brake controller (allows adjustment of a trailer's brakes from the cab).
Edmunds says
The midsize pickup truck segment has competitors from GMC, Jeep, Ford, Toyota, Chevrolet, Honda and Nissan all contending for your attention. With a new powertrain, a significantly improved interior, lots of available tech and some real off-road credibility, the new GMC Canyon is a big improvement and should be a prime pick in 2023.
The 2023 GMC Canyon introduces the third generation of the midsize pickup and becomes the second truck under the General Motors banner to add the AT4X trim, following the full-size GMC Sierra. The Canyon, which is the pricier corporate cousin of the Chevrolet Colorado, was last redesigned in 2015. We expect new styling and a slew of new or updated features, but for now, the newly added off-road AT4X kit highlights the officially announced changes.
AT4X is an evolution of the AT4 trim the Canyon introduced for the 2021 model year, which has been a standout addition. GMC says you will get a 1-inch suspension leveling kit, off-road rocker panel protection, and front and mid skid plates as part of the package.
GMC has otherwise been light on details about the 2023 Canyon, but spy shots indicate a new-look interior with a prominent central display screen that should make the truck feel much more modern. We'll keep you updated as more information trickles out.
The redesigned Canyon could be a tough customer in the midsize truck category, where it will do battle with the Honda Ridgeline, Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma, all of which have their fans. The current Canyon is tied for fourth in our official midsize truck rankings with its Chevy Colorado sibling, trailing the three trucks just mentioned, but the next-generation model could very well flip that script.
FAQ
Is the GMC Canyon a good car?
The Edmunds experts tested the 2023 Canyon both on the road and at the track. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2023 Canyon gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 20 reviews) And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a GMC Canyon. Learn more
What's new in the 2023 GMC Canyon?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2023 GMC Canyon:
Redesigned midsize crew-cab pickup truck
Standard turbocharged engine and off-road suspension
Next-generation infotainment and new safety technologies
To determine whether the GMC Canyon is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Canyon. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Canyon's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2023 GMC Canyon a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2023 GMC Canyon is a good car. Our consumer reviews show that the 2023 Canyon gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 20 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2023 Canyon is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2023 GMC Canyon?
The least-expensive 2023 GMC Canyon is the 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $36,600.
Other versions include:
Elevation 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $36,600
Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $39,900
AT4 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $43,900
Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $51,000
AT4X 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $55,500
If you're interested in the GMC Canyon, the next question is, which Canyon model is right for you? Canyon variants include Elevation 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A), Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A), AT4 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A), and Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Canyon models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more