Used 2019 GMC Canyon SLE Crew Cab Review
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My first GMC
GeorgiaClay, Roswell, GA, 02/20/2019
2019 GMC Canyon SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
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.
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2019 GMC Canyon SLE Crew Cab
What’s new
- New infotainment interface
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto now standard
- New high-resolution rearview camera on SLE and above
- Part of the second GMC Canyon generation introduced for 2015
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Big towing capacity with gasoline V6 and four-cylinder diesel engines
- Pro:Maneuverable size, along with well-mannered steering and handling
- Pro:Comfortable ride over most surfaces
- Con:Front seats can feel small to larger people
- Con:Rivals offer more in-cab storage with rear seats folded
- Con:Low-hanging front airdam limits off-road potential
- Con:Limited availability of advanced driver safety features
Which Canyon does Edmunds recommend?
For the 2019 GMC Canyon, we recommend the SLE trim level. The SLE is available with any of the Canyon's three powertrain choices, and it comes with a significant amount of standard equipment. A lot of option packages are also widely available. For instance, the All Terrain package, which increases the Canyon's off-road capability and street cred, can only be had on the SLE. If you're more interested in getting the most luxury-oriented features, check out the SLT or the Denali.
Full Edmunds Review: 2019 GMC Canyon Crew Cab
Driving
8.0Our Denali tester had 3.6-liter V6, which provides solid thrust. Though bulky for a midsize truck, it steers and brakes more tidily than its competition. When it comes to overall performance for midsize pickups, the Canyon is near the top of the class.
Comfort
8.0While the Canyon is unmistakably a pickup from the outside, its cabin comfort and features are far from basic. It's fundamentally refined with very good noise isolation and effective climate control. The Canyon is easily up for long road trips — an unusual trait in a midsize pickup.
Interior
8.0The Canyon's interior is logically laid out and has simple control interfaces. This Denali has more creature comforts inside than most other midsize pickups.
Utility
7.5The Canyon's tow ratings lead the class, but the bed is rather basic compared to competitors'. The tailgate lip and bed sides are high. When it's time to haul things inside instead of people, the backseat folding design is not nearly as well-executed as the competition.
Technology
Smartphone integration is well-executed and looks great on the large, high-resolution screen. It has a simple look, but it works well, which is what counts. The newest GMC infotainment system, called Infotainment 3, has quick responses to touch inputs and good native controls.
Edmunds Insurance Estimator
The Edmunds TCO® estimated monthly insurance payment for a 2019 GMC Canyon in Ohio is:
$60.58 per month*Legal