Model overview

The GMC Canyon is a range of mid-size pickup trucks sold by American maker General Motors. Launched in 2004 to follow GMC S-15/Sonoma compact pickups trucks. 

The Canyon's base model is powered by a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine. Higher trims highlight a standard 308-hp 3.6-liter V-6 engine paired to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The diesel 2.8-liter four-cylinder engine losses speed in favor of fuel efficiency and towing proficiency. 

The base Canyon with the four-cylinder powertrain can tow up to 3500 pounds and has a payload capacity of 1599 pounds. The diesel model, can tow up to 7700 pounds and has a payload capacity of 1605 pounds.

The base four-cylinder with all-wheel drive has EPA estimates of 19 mpg city and 24 highway. The more muscular V-6 will set you back only 2 mpg in the city. The diesel version is EPA-rated at 19 city and 28 highway. 

GMC Canyon known problems

Some of the common problems or complaints owners have about the GMC Canyon are:

• Leaking coolant from a cracked intake manifold gasket affecting the first and second generation of Canyons.
• Not Shifting Correctly and Power Steering Stopped running while driving reported for the 2015 model year.
• Not Accelerating Properly reported for the 2016 model year.

GMC Canyon PDF owner manual

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