2026 GMC Canyon Trims Comparison
Which 2026 Canyon trim does Edmunds recommend?
Even if you don't need its extra off-road capability, we think the AT4 offers the best blend of value, style and capability. Standard four-wheel drive, a locking rear differential and rugged style give you options if you ever do venture off the highway. The AT4 also adds appealing amenities such as heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver's seat and a sliding rear window. The AT4's additional options include leather upholstery, ventilated seats, and an upgraded Bose sound system.
2026 Canyon trim level differences
The 2026 GMC Canyon comes in Elevation, AT4, AT4X 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. Read on to discover the Canyon's most significant features.
Pricing
Compare 2026 Canyon trims side-by-side
Vehicle | Canyon Elevation | Canyon AT4 | Canyon Denali | Canyon AT4X |
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Vehicle | Elevation 2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A
| Editors' Pick AT4 2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A
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Section Title | Features | Features | Features | Features |
Bluetooth | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Navigation | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Satellite radio | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Keyless Ignition | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Cruise control | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Adaptive cruise control | optional | optional | standard | standard |
Parking assistance | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Upholstery | cloth | leatherette/cloth | leather | leatherette/cloth |
Heated seats | optional | standard | standard | standard |
Cooled/Ventilated seats | Not Available | optional | standard | standard |
Folding rear seats | standard | standard | standard | standard |
Sunroof | optional | optional | optional | standard |
Section Title | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications | Specifications |
Country of final assembly | United States | United States | United States | United States |
Drivetrain | four wheel drive | four wheel drive | four wheel drive | |
Engine power | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
Engine torque | 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm | 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm | 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm | 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm |
Engine displacement | 2.7 l | 2.7 l | 2.7 l | 2.7 l |
Engine configuration | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Tire size | 265/65R18 | 265/65R18 | 275/60R20 | 285/70R17 |
Wheel size | 18 X 8.5-in | 18 X 8.5-in | 20 X 9.0-in | 17 X 8.0-in |
Wheel type | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels | painted alloy wheels |
Run flat tires | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
Section Title | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy | Fuel economy |
City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 19 / 23 / 20 MPG | 18 / 22 / 19 MPG | 17 / 21 / 19 MPG | 17 / 17 / 17 MPG |
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
Fuel Capacity | 21.4 gal. | 21.4 gal. | 21.4 gal. | 21.4 gal. |
Driving Range (city/hwy) | 407 / 492 miles | 385 / 471 miles | 364 / 449 miles | 364 / 364 miles |
Fuel Type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
Section Title | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions | Dimensions |
Turning circle | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Curb weight | 4,410 lb. | 4,650 lb. | 4,840 lb. | 4,960 lb. |
Ground Clearance | 9.6 in. | 9.6 in. | 10.5 in. | 10.7 in. |
Overall Width with Mirrors | 84.4 in. | 84.4 in. | 84.4 in. | 84.4 in. |
Overall Width without Mirrors | 72.4 in. | 72.4 in. | 72.4 in. | 72.4 in. |
Height | 79.8 in. | 79.8 in. | 80.4 in. | 81.6 in. |
Length | 213.2 in. | 213.2 in. | 213.2 in. | 213.2 in. |
Bed Length | 5'2” | 5'2” | 5'2” | 5'2” |
Wheelbase | 131.0 in. | 131.0 in. | 131.0 in. | 131.0 in. |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Cargo Space | - | - | - | - |
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed | - | - | - | - |
Front Head Room | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. | 40.3 in. |
Front Leg Room | 45.2 in. | 45.2 in. | 45.2 in. | 45.2 in. |
Front Shoulder Room | 57.4 in. | 57.4 in. | 57.4 in. | 57.4 in. |
Rear Head Room | 39.2 in. | 39.2 in. | 39.2 in. | 39.2 in. |
Rear Leg Room | 34.7 in. | 34.7 in. | 34.7 in. | 34.7 in. |
Rear Shoulder Room | 56.1 in. | 56.1 in. | 56.1 in. | 56.1 in. |
Section Title | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs | 5-Year Ownership Costs |
True Cost to Own® | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Average Cost Per Mile | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Depreciation | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Financing | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Taxes & Fees | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Fuel | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Insurance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Maintenance | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Repairs | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available | Not Available |
Section Title | Colors | Colors | Colors | Colors |
Interior | Jet Black, cloth Jet Black, leatherette | Jet Black/Timber, leatherette/cloth Jet Black/Timber, leather | Jet Black/Teak, leather | Obsidian Rush, leather |
Exterior | Rapids Metallic Onyx Black Summit White Sterling Metallic Volcanic Red Tintcoat Coastal Dune | Onyx Black Summit White Sterling Metallic Volcanic Red Tintcoat Coastal Dune Desert Sun | Glacier Metallic Onyx Black Summit White Sterling Metallic Volcanic Red Tintcoat Coastal Dune | Onyx Black Summit White Sterling Metallic Volcanic Red Tintcoat Coastal Dune Desert Sun |