2025 GMC Canyon

Price Range: $38,400 - $52,000

The 2025 GMC Canyon stands out with its strong capabilities for towing, hauling and off-roading. It also has a nice-looking interior fitted with plenty of the latest technology features. Only a high price keep it from being the pick in this class of trucks.Read full review

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2025 GMC Canyon Review

Pros

Plenty of power and a stout maximum tow rating
Balanced ride and handling on pavement and dirt
Google-based infotainment system is simple and easy to use

Cons

Rear seats lack comfort

What's new

No significant changes for 2025
Part of the third Canyon generation introduced for 2023

Overview

Written by automotive expert Dan Frio

4/16/2025

The 2025 GMC Canyon is a midsize pickup truck worth checking out. Alongside its corporate cousin, the Chevrolet Colorado, the Canyon received a welcome redesign a couple of years ago. All Canyons come standard with a lifted off-road suspension and all-terrain tires. And with 4WD standard on most trims, nearly every Canyon is ready to venture off the beaten path. The Canyon is also aesthetically pleasing inside and features an eye-catching standard 11-inch digital instrumentation panel along with wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois

$207/mo

$235/mo

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Edmunds spotlight: Off-road chops

The Canyon comes with off-road capabilities out of the box. Every truck rides on all-terrain rubber and packs an off-road-tuned suspension. The Canyon AT4X AEV Edition is the chief off-roader in the lineup. It's outfitted with steel front and rear bumpers, steel underbody skid plates, 35-inch mud-terrain tires wrapped around 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels, and a full-size spare in a cargo-bed mount. The AEV Edition is awesome, but be ready to cough up a lot for it. Whichever trim you opt for, though, you can bet you'll have a truck capable of wheeling off the paved road.

Competitors to consider

The GMC Canyon has plenty to offer, but it isn't the only truck that can easily grab your attention. The Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma, both redesigned last year, are two respected trucks that are great alternatives. You might also take a look at the Honda Ridgeline for its superior on-road comfort or the fun-in-the-sun Jeep Gladiator.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Reese Counts

Great

8.1

out of 10

We drove the 2025 GMC Canyon on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8/10

How does the Canyon drive? The Canyon is one of the better-driving pickups on the road. The turbocharged four-cylinder engine is strong, though its power was somewhat masked by the AT4X model we tested. The extra weight from the AT4X's upgraded suspension, wheels and tires can make the Canyon feel a bit sluggish. Our truck accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 8.2 seconds. Expect something closer to the higher end of 6 seconds for a regular Canyon. The Canyon's steering is weighted well and feels nice and direct on the highway. Off-road, the more capable Canyon trims (such as the AT4X) can take on rocky trails and obstacles with little trouble.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the Canyon? Ride comfort in the Canyon is quite good for a pickup. It's not stiff, but it doesn't feel overly soft either. The Canyon soaks up bumps well and doesn't get rocked by big potholes or uneven roads. AT4X models with the upgraded suspension actually ride even better, with a smooth, composed ride both on city streets and on the highway. The seats are a bit lackluster compared to rivals, with less thigh support than we'd like. The seat bottoms are quite flat in both rows, though the padding is cushy.

As in nearly every car from General Motors, the Canyon's climate control system is among the best you'll find in any car around. The air conditioning blows cold, and the heated seats do a great job of keeping your behind and back toasty. We also appreciate that all the climate controls are physical, with real knobs and buttons for every setting. The air vents are easy to aim, too, and we appreciate that GMC offers rear passengers their own air vents. We found the Canyon to be pretty quiet on the street too.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? The Canyon's interior is much like that of its corporate twin, the Chevrolet Colorado. That's a good thing in this case since we like the layout of both trucks. Controls are easy to see and reach. There are plenty of physical buttons, too, for things like drive modes or the four-wheel-drive selector. Some physical controls are missing, though. Turning the lights on and off is done through the touchscreen rather than by knob or switch. It's an odd choice given there are so many other buttons.

The ease of getting in and out of the Canyon depends on the trim, though all Canyon models are pretty tall. The lack of a grab handle on the driver's side is an oversight, especially on the lifted AT4X model. Once you're inside, there's a decent amount of room for passengers. The rear seat isn't massive, but headroom and legroom are about average for the class. Visibility is average, too. The windows are tall and upright, and the mirrors are well placed, providing a good view without creating blind spots.

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Technology

9/10

How’s the tech? GMC offers some of the best in-car tech you'll find in any pickup on the road today. Highlights include standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Both can connect your phone wirelessly. The Canyon offers a wireless charging pad too. The infotainment and navigation are Google-based. If you sign in with a Google account, things like contacts, saved addresses and your calendar can sync with the car. It's particularly useful if you often use Google Maps for directions. Voice controls, too, are offered by Google. The system understands commands well, and it can do everything from adjust the climate to answer questions from the web. Great stuff.

The Canyon is available with a wide array of driver aids, including adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assistance, blind-spot warning and a plethora of camera angles (including an available underbody camera for off-roading). The systems worked well during our testing.

Towing and Storage

8/10

How are the towing and storage? The Canyon only offers a single Canyon configuration: crew cab with a 5-foot bed. The bed is wide and easy to load. The tall sides do create more space but also make it more difficult to reach into the bed from the side.

While those specs may be average, the Canyon's tow and haul ratings are among the best in the class. You can load up to 1,700 pounds in the Canyon, depending on the configuration. There are nice hooks and an adjustable panel for keeping loads contained when the tailgate is lowered. Hauling is equally impressive, with a max rating of 7,700 pounds. That's among the best you'll find without going to a full-size truck.

Storage inside the cabin isn't quite as good as in the Canyon's rivals. There are fewer bins and pockets, making it a bit less usable than the Toyota Tacoma and Ford Ranger. The storage bin under the rear seats is handy but small.

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Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates the Canyon will get between 16 and 22 mpg in combined city/highway driving depending on the configuration. The more capable off-road, the worse the fuel economy rating. Other midsize trucks are capable of slightly better mpg.

Value

7.5/10

Is the Canyon a good value? While they may not come right out and say it, GMC wants to position the Canyon as a bit more of a premium offering than the average midsize pickup truck. As such, it commands a base price that's a few thousand dollars higher than rivals. You can get a nearly identical truck from Chevrolet for slightly less money. Fit and finish is solid, with no noticeable squeaks or rattles from anywhere in the truck, but we don't think the interior is really any more premium than what you'll find elsewhere.

The Canyon comes with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. Notably, GMC also includes five years or 60,000 miles of roadside assistance and a year of free maintenance.

Wildcard

8/10

Given their more compact dimensions, midsize trucks are usually more fun to drive than their full-size counterparts, especially off-road. The Canyon is plenty capable when the going gets rough, especially in AT4 and AT4X spec. Still, the Canyon's rivals are likely to keep up given just how strong this segment of trucks is. On the street, it's a little better to drive than most other pickups, but not so much that we'd call it fun.

GMC did well to differentiate the Canyon's styling from the Chevy Colorado. Both trucks are handsome and tough but not as in-your-face as a chromed-out full-size pickup. The Canyon is also a much rarer sight on the road than the Toyota Tacoma. If you want to be a little different, the Canyon might be the way to go.

2025 GMC Canyon trim level differences

The 2025 GMC Canyon in Elevation, AT4 and Denali trim levels. Every Canyon has a turbocharged 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine (310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft) and an eight-speed automatic transmission. With the Elevation trim level, two-wheel drive is standard and four-wheel drive is optional. The AT4 and Denali include four-wheel drive as standard. Keep reading for a breakdown of the Canyon's most significant features.

Which Canyon trim does Edmunds recommend?

We think the AT4 offers the best blend of value, style and capability. It comes with standard four-wheel drive, rugged style and an attractive interior, and it can be personalized with multiple options such as leather upholstery, adaptive cruise control, and heated and ventilated front seats.

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Reliability

The 2025 GMC Canyon has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and no recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4 out of 5, ranks it #3 out of 8 among Midsize Trucks. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4 out of 5 stars4/5Excellent

#3 out of 8 among Midsize Trucks

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$464/yr

vs. $451/yr
for Average Midsize Truck

Frequency

0.65x/yr

vs. 0.79x/yr
for Average Midsize Truck

Severity

14%

vs. 13.6%
for Average Midsize Truck

Recalls

There are no recalls for the 2025 GMC Canyon

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 6 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 1 years / unlimited miles

GMC Canyon Owner Reviews

4.2

38 reviews

5(58%)

4(15%)

3(17%)

2(5%)

1(5%)

Owner Reviews Summary

The overall sentiment for the 2025 GMC Canyon is mixed. Owners love the truck's looks, comfy ride, and powerful engine, often praising its decent gas mileage and smooth driving experience. However, many are unhappy with some quality issues like the use of cheap materials inside and unreliable features, especially on the more expensive models. Some have reported tech problems, noisy engines, and insufficient storage, making them question the truck's value for its price.

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Most Helpful Owner Review

Great looks, lacks some pracitcallity

Chris I, 01/14/2025

2025 GMC Canyon Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)

I just bought a 2025 mGMC Canyon Denali, trading in a 2015 Yukon Denali. I've owned multiple GM trucks including an Avalanche, Yukon, and Colorado. I wasn't thrilled with the reliability of my Yukon, but decided to give GMC another chance. I've had my Canyon for two weeks. Here are my quick thoughts: Then Canyon Denali looks great, the fit and finish feel solid so far, with no … noticeable rattles. The cab is pretty quiet, but I do find the 4 cycliner 2.7 liter engine to be a little noisy (and it is a weak sound you would expect on a cheap Toyota -- it's not a masculine sounding engine you would expect on a truck). I'm 6'3" and have plenty of leg-room in the driver's seat. Head-room is above average. The seat is comfortable with adjustable power seats and lumbar controls. Be warned, with the front seat set all-the-way back, there is ZERO room for the legs of even the smallest person. The display screen for the info center is big, but the system is not super intuitive or easy to use. Furthermore, pretty much everything (including for example, turning on the fog lights), requires going through the touch screen. There are very few physical controls in this vehicle. The drive is nice, and very smooth. The turning radius on this vehicle is HORRIBLE. You need 3+ lanes to make a U-turn. I have not used the 4wd yet. My biggest complaint is the vehicle lacks decent interior storage and there is no way to lock either the glove box or the center armrest. Apparently, GM figured saving $10 on a lock is worth the customer aggravation. It is extremely aggravating as there is no place to lock anything (gun, medication, purse, wallet, or any other valuables). Everyhing must go with you or be left unlocked when using a valet or even typical parking at the mall, etc. VERY POOR DECISION on GMs part. I hate this! Another savings GM (and other manufacturers) are going to is no printed owner's manual. I hate this. You must use the app, and the app is clunky, and the details in the app's manual are a complete joke. Note to GM, if you're going to save $ on not printing manuals, make the app's manual stellar! There is no way to program a garage door remote to the vehicle. Another big dunce cap design decision. There is a 110V outlet in the cab behind the center armrest which is nice. There is another in the bed, which is also nice. But, THERE IS NOT A SINGLE CIGARETTE PLUG INPUT PORT which sucks. I have a tire inflator and a refrigerated cooler I can no longer use thanks to GMs cost-saving measures. I didn't even thing to consider such a port would be missing when I took the test-drive and looked the vehicle over. The stock Denali rims look very basic and cheap. Chrome would make this look sharper. Overall, I'm satisfied with my Canyon, but had I known about these minor deficiencies on its design, I would have looked at other trucks. GM certainly knows how to shoot its loyal customers right in the foot.

We have a limited number of reviews for the 2025 GMC Canyon, so we've included review for other years of the Canyon since its last redesign.

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2025 GMC Canyon Features & Specs

Trim:

Elevation

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$38,400
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	20 MPG
Cost to Drive	$207/month
Seating	5 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Max Towing Capacity	7,700 lbs.
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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6 Colors
3 Trims
5 Packages
$38,400starting MSRP

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Safety

Key safety features on the Canyon include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 4 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	4 / 5
Driver	4 / 5
Passenger	4 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	3 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	4 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	3 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	Not Rated

FAQ

Is the GMC Canyon a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Canyon both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.1 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 Canyon gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 38 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 2025 GMC Canyon?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 GMC Canyon:

No significant changes for 2025
Part of the third Canyon generation introduced for 2023

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Is the GMC Canyon reliable?

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 2025 GMC Canyon a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 GMC Canyon is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 Canyon and gave it a 8.1 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 Canyon gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 38 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Canyon is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 GMC Canyon?

The least-expensive 2025 GMC Canyon is the 2025 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 $38,400.

Other versions include:

Elevation 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $38,400
Elevation 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $41,700
AT4 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $45,700
Denali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $52,000

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What are the different models of GMC Canyon?

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

2025 GMC Canyon

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2025 GMC Canyon Review

Pros

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What's new

Overview

Cost to Drive

Edmunds spotlight: Off-road chops

Competitors to consider

Edmunds Expert Rating

Performance

Comfort

Interior

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Technology

Towing and Storage

Fuel Economy

Value

Wildcard

2025 GMC Canyon trim level differences

Which Canyon trim does Edmunds recommend?

Reliability

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

Cost

Frequency

Severity

Recalls

Warranty

GMC Canyon Owner Reviews

Owner Reviews Summary

Most Helpful Owner Review

Great looks, lacks some pracitcallity

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2025 GMC Canyon Features & Specs

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Safety

Key safety features on the Canyon include:

NHTSA Overall Rating 4 out of 5 stars

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