Used 2019 GMC Canyon Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2019 Canyon, so we've included reviews for other years of the Canyon since its last redesign.
I really enjoy this truck, but had headaches too
Disappointed in NEPA, 10/02/2019
updated 04/06/2020
2019 GMC Canyon 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
I have had a horrible time with this truck. I got a 2019 GMC Canyon extended cab 4x4 V6 that checked off all the right boxes on paper and looked and drove great during the test ride. Fast forward just three months later and I have transmission issues, grinding vibration sounds from the engine, sounds of liquid sloshing around behind the dash, and a broken AC since mid-August. None of those issues are resolved and we are in October. I brought it in back in August and called to pick it up the same day so they can get the parts. I suffered through August and September in the heat with health issues until they took the truck in. I haven’t had the truck for a couple of weeks now and driving a loaner. The dealer has no ETA and the corporate office does not ever seem to return calls or call back when they promise to call back. This is the worst ownership experience I ever had. If I knew this going in, I would have gave up the features I got with the Canyon for the (supposedly) more reliable Toyota Tacoma. At least I would not be making payments on a broken vehicle. Avoid. 4/3/2020: I am going to update this review. I had very bad luck with a dealership in the NYC area, which I thought would have been good because it was close to my job. They only had two mechanics and their dealership served an entire NYC borough. To make matters worse, my issue happened during the GM strike. Even worse, GM corporate was absolutely uncaring when I called them, they did absolutely nothing for me, except throw me to person to person until I got a head supervisor and by that time (close to two months later in October) she said 'it's fixed and we owe you nothing.' If you have any issues, you can expect that kind of care from GM's dealership and senior corporate management. Since then, I luckily have had no further issues. I installed winter tires in November (Cooper Discoverer M+S 245/75R16 111 S Tires), on 16" black steel wheels. They weren't that great, but for $75 per tire, they were better than stock in deep snow and mud. After the whole fiasco with GM, I decided to upgrade the speakers to something that was better. I installed Focal Integration ISC 165 in the rear and Focal Integration ISC 690 in the front, there was no splicing, with the Metra 72-4572 adapters (plugs right into the truck's wiring harness). The sound is a lot better, but note, it takes a while for the speakers to loosen up for a little more bass response. The bass is nothing to write home about, even after they loosen up. They'd probably shine better with an AMP. The truck got me through the rest of the fall and winter, we are now into Spring. I put on 8K miles since October - no other issues. The truck is doing well, does what it is supposed to, very comfortable. I would recommend the Bose upgrade for this truck as the stock is not great at all. Auto-4WD is a great mode, especially in rain and light snow.
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Could have been a 5 star review
tedlaw, 09/26/2018
2018 GMC Canyon SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
22 of 25 people found this review helpful
Couple of issues with build quality and cheap short cuts with lighting. The A/C system. GM went with the new R 1234yf refrigerant. As such, The A/C compressor is noisy reported as due to the elevated density of the refringent. This was also a problem with the Cadillac XTS. As such, this a distraction to the quietness accolades given for the cabin noise. GM cheapen out on the headlight and did not go with the LEDs or LED tail lights. LED lights alone would have put them over the top when comparing to the Nissan and Toyota. The 4WD button is in a poor location on the left side below the steering wheel and can't be seen easy by the driver. Now got the good. Yes the cabin in general is quite and the truck handles well. It is a please to drive. Would I buy it again given options. Indeed I would.
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My Denali has almost everything it needs.
NHTK421, 01/13/2019
2018 GMC Canyon Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
I love the ride quality, it's quiet, controls are easy. No Homelink in a $40K+ truck is ridiculous. Thing is a tank in the snow, has a beautifully appointed interior, and is way sharper than other trucks in the midsized class.
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My first GMC
GeorgiaClay, 02/20/2019
2019 GMC Canyon SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
23 of 27 people found this review helpful
After driving a Toyota for years and Fords before that I took a chance on a Canyon. Really wanted to like the Toyota but the Tundra was too big and a gas hog and at 6'1" I didn't really fit in the Tacoma (kept hitting my head or knees getting in and out. Also the lack of feature content in the Taco for so much more money was a factor, lack of Apple carplay, power front seats, heated seats (unless you drop some serious coin), heated steering wheel (love it!). Would have like adaptive cruise contol and collision braking but at least I have forward collision warning and lane keeping warning as well as a really good rear view camera and backup assist. Truck drives nicely and is nice and quiet on the highway.
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A great truck you'll enjoy
Walagol, 11/08/2019
2018 GMC Canyon SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
We bought the SLE in Crew Cab with the 3.6 liter. Pickup is good/ handling is good/highway ride is great/ a load smooths out the ride. Gas mileage averages around 19-20 mpg in mixed city highway driving. Highway mileage on a 16 hour drive averaged around 23-24 mpg at around 75-80 mph. Leg room in the back seat is adequate, but bearable. Control layout is good, electronics are easy to use. Apple care play is quick to logon. Ease of use is good. Sound from the standard radio is ok. Base is good. Visibility is good, headlight power is ok. Ther standard foglights are useless. An upgrade to LID bulbs is a must. Seating is good, not great. Overall a paretty good truck.