Used 2009 GMC Canyon Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2009 Canyon, so we've included reviews for other years of the Canyon since its last redesign.
Great truck and very customizable
Vincent, 06/26/2019
2007 GMC Canyon SL 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.9L 4cyl 5M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Before you read the other reviews read this one. I’ve had this truck since 2007. I’ve taken great care of this truck and she treats me beautiful. The bed is large enough for most jobs and the bed door is sturdy and will hold up. The engine though only 185hp shifts well and the power to weight shows. The engine comes with a fast air intake and can be fitted with a cool air filter to increase power. This truck excelled in light to medium tows and heavy bed work. The inside is simple and can be customized to fit any style. There is room for 2 people super comfortable and 3 can fit a little tight but it’s doable. The lighting is great and options for the lights are super easy to use. This truck has about 100000 miles on it and still feels brand new. Btw as a disclaimer I have the version with less tech and role down windows and it’s perfect for me. I have a buddy with this truck and electronics and is also great. So if you saw some things left out it’s for that reason. But I’m the end I keep this car mind and it performs above and beyond what others think and it holds its own in more then the ways I listed. Anyone who hates on this car never took care of it. I hope this review helped you all.
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Beter then my tacoma by far
John Atmallis, 11/15/2016
2009 GMC Canyon Value 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.9L 4cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Performance was based on the fact that it is a truck and a 4cyl. It is not fast or a sports car but for what it is performed great. quicker and holds the rode better then my Tacoma that is newer and has a 6 cyl in it and hasn't ever left me stranded or not start like my Tacoma continues to do.
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Good Value in a Small Truck
sdaigle, 06/29/2013
updated 01/04/2021
2007 GMC Canyon Work Truck 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.9L 4cyl 5M)
11 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is a review of the regular cab WT trim 4x2 with 3.7L I5 and 4-spd automatic. This truck serves as a daily commuter and work truck hauling anything from construction debris to loads of gravel. The 242hp 5cyl. engine has plenty of power compared to competitors' V6s. The 4-spd auto is very smooth at all times. Now at 108k miles, we've had absolutely no trouble from either. The skinny tires that come standard on the WT trim offer very poor grip overall. Poor wet/snow traction. Poor roadholding ability. The WT trim should have received the wider tires that come standard on upper trims. The interior is spacious and relatively comfortable, but with very cheap quality plastics and poor fitment. There was a random, but persistent chirping/squeaking noise that seems to be coming either from the driver's door or driver's seat. That seemed to last the first 50k miles or so. We haven't heard it since. The nuts holding part of the driver's door hinge to the body routinely loosened themselves when the truck was new. The dealer finally secured them with some glue and they haven't loosened since. The only other issues have been: an emissions control module failed at about 45k miles, causing the "check engine" light to illuminate. It was taken care of under the 80k mile emissions warranty. The rotors were noticeably warped at 10k miles, replaced under warranty, and feel warped again (pulsating brake pedal). The center mount brake light seal has been leaking rain water into the cabin since early days. It's a stupid design with a cheap foam gasket that provides a poor water-tight seal. A ridiculous cost-cutting measure. The most recent issue was the ignition switch failing. I'd turn the key and nothing would happen. The latest issue is a sticking front brake caliper. If the truck sits unused for more than 2 or 3 days, one of the front calipers sticks engaged. Some pedal pumping and rolling the truck back and forth seems to get it to release. We ended up having the front caliper replaced at the dealership. Seems to have solved the issue, but we're still having an issue with the brakes grabbing way too strong when we first apply the brakes after putting the truck in gear and moving. Very odd. The front suspension is also getting very soft. If speed bumps aren't taken really slowly, the front shocks bottom out. The engine, transmission and white paint are definitely this trucks hallmarks. Even though the plastic and rubber quality is low, the truck is assembled very robustly. Feels very solid still with no annoying squeaks or rattles. Although far from flawless, I don't consider this degree of reliability too terrible for 108k miles worth of driving. It may not be Toyota Tacoma good, but we also paid half as much for it over a Tacoma at only $12,800 out the door brand new. We plan on keep this truck until the wheels fall off, so we shall see how longer-term reliability is with this truck. Now that the truck is 12yrs old, we're noticing how rubber seals and gaskets on the exterior of the truck are quite literally degrading and falling apart at an advanced rate. The tail lights have also decided to lose their red tint on the lenses. I'm not sure how that's even possible. The quality of these bits and pieces is clearly very low. This truck was parked in a carport at home it's entire life, so it's not like it's been sitting exposed to the sun for 12yrs solid. *UPDATE 1/3/21* Currently at 111,000 miles. The truck has only been driven on average 1 day a week for the past year. It's still running strong with no mechanical problems whatsoever. However, we are continuing to have problems with the front brake calipers sticking at first drive of the day. Very strange and rather unnerving. The brakes have always been an issue on this truck.
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Something's missing
oscarcat, 09/16/2006
2007 GMC Canyon SL 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (2.9L 4cyl 5M)
34 of 45 people found this review helpful
Nice quiet ride, smooth shifting automatic. The good ends there. Unless you opt for the $500 power package available on upscale or special order vehicles, there is no way to unlock the passenger door from the outside. Unsafe and inconvenient. The front has 4 cup holders, but none hold a 1 liter water bottle or adjust. In the extended cab, the rear seat cup holders do hold a 1 liter water bottle. With standard upholstery the seatbacks do not recline. Seems GM could have made the tilt-forward access handle on the seatback recline as well. Unless you get an upscale model I would think before buying this vehicle due to the inconvenience factor.
wish I would have waited for the V8
Mark S, 04/24/2009
2008 GMC Canyon SLE 2dr Regular Cab SB (2.9L 4cyl 5M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
I have had my 2008 I4 Canyon 2Wd Ext Cab since June 2008. I have over 41,000 miles on it. Most of the miles are hwy driving. 18-20 city 25-27 Hwy. I wish the V8 option would have been available when I purchased. I couldn't wait because I was driving a 2006 GMC HD2500 with the 496 Big Block and allison trans. 15 mpg Hwy at best. I love my Canyon I just wish It had the V8 option. I added after market wheels and micheland tires, best thing I could have done. The only issue I have had is during starting it used to shake and cause the check engine light to come on. The dealership reprogrammed the computer and it's fine now. I also had ghost wipes from the wipers, they had to reprogram again.