2019 GMC Canyon review
GMC Canyon highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Satisfying driving dynamics
- Plenty of towing capacity
- Intuitive infotainment system
Cons
- Few driver-assist systems offered
- Not much in-cab storage space
- Low front air dam is a problem when off-roading
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 24 highway, 19 combined
Pricing for current inventory
(no current inventory)
Technology updates headline improvements to the 2019 GMC Canyon
Shop for a 2019 GMC Canyon, and you’ll find SL, Canyon, SLE, All Terrain, SLT, and Denali versions of this midsize pickup truck. Depending on the trim, the 2019 Canyon offers an extended or crew cab and a standard or short cargo bed.
Four-cylinder, turbocharged diesel four-cylinder, and V6 engines are available, powering the rear wheels or all four of them through the available four-wheel-drive system. Depending on the configuration, the Canyon can tow up to 7,700 pounds and carry up to 1,605 pounds of payload. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories. Integrated rear bumper steps, a lightweight tailgate, and numerous cargo tie-down points enhance utility.
The infotainment systems that debuted for 2019 include a 7-inch or 8-inch touchscreen, along with an enhanced voice recognition system, Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, satellite radio, connected services, an available Wi-Fi hotspot, a navigation system, and a Bose premium audio system. Wi-Fi hotspots require a data plan to activate and may also require a compatible device. See the owner's manual or manufacturer website for more information. GMC also added a high-definition reversing camera to the 2019 Canyon, while expanding the availability of wireless smartphone charging and a heated steering wheel. A rear parking assistance system is new, too.
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What is new for the 2019 GMC Canyon?
- Canyon trims have been upgraded with Parking Sensors, Long Bed, and Turbo Diesel Engine as standard equipment this year.
- Smart Key features are now available as options on select trims.
- The All Terrain trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel and CD Audio as standard equipment.
- The SLE trim now comes with CD Audio as standard equipment.
- The SLT trim now comes with Heated Steering Wheel and CD Audio as standard equipment.
- The SL trim now comes with Front Seat Heaters, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.
2019 GMC Canyon trims
Base:
- 2.5L
- 3.6L
- 200-hp, 191-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- 308-hp, 275-lb-ft of torque 3.6L
- Cloth Seats
- Power Seats
- Traction Control
- Side Airbags
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- Alloy Wheels
- Manual Transmission
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SL:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- Vinyl Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
SLE:
- Includes all features available on the SL
- 181-hp, 369-lb-ft of torque 2.8L
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Power Mirrors
- Satellite Radio Ready
- CD Audio
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SLT:
- Includes all features available on the SLE
- Leather Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Parking Sensors
- Remote Start
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All Terrain:
- Includes all features available on the SLT
- No significant upgrades found on the All Terrain
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Denali:
- Includes all features available on the All Terrain
- A/C Seats
- Lane Departure Warning
- Bed Liner
- Running Boards
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- BOSE Sound System
- Navigation System
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 GMC Canyon
What We Like
Good to drive: Thanks to its 3.6-liter V6 engine, the Canyon is quick in a straight line and offers respectable towing capacity. Opt for the 2.8-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine, and you’ll enjoy fuel economy that can reach an EPA-estimated 30 mpg on the highway.
Class-leading tow capacity: While the 2019 Ford Ranger and its turbocharged four-cylinder engine gave the 2019 Canyon fresh competition in the towing department, it still can’t match the 7,700-pound rating of the GMC’s optional 2.8-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine (when properly equipped).
Simple and easy infotainment: The 2019 Canyon’s infotainment system improves on technology that we already liked. The next-generation technology responds faster to inputs, and the available high-resolution screen with new graphics improves readability and overall sophistication. In addition, the voice recognition system better recognizes commands and executes functions. All the features we liked from the old system carry over, including Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and access to a Wi-Fi hotspot with a paid subscription.
What Needs Improvement
Not many driver assist features: GMC improves visibility this year thanks to a new high-definition reversing camera and a rear parking assist system. However, the only other driver-assistance and collision avoidance features are a forward collision warning system and a lane departure warning system. Critical features such as automatic emergency braking and blind-spot warning are unavailable on the Canyon.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the GMC Canyon an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks GMC Canyon 3rd out of 8 among Midsize Trucks.
View RepairPal's full rating of the GMC CanyonGMC Canyon features and specs
SLE 2WD 4D Crew Cab
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Air Conditioning
- Bed Cover
- Bed Liner
- Cloth Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Parking Sensors
- Remote Start
- Running Boards
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.5L
Horsepower
200
Torque (ft-lbs)
191
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
21
Wheelbase
128.3"
Overall length
212.4"
Width
74.3"
Height
70.7"
Leg room
F 45"/R 35.8"
Head room
F 41.4"/R 38.3"
Front tires
255/65R17
Rear tires
255/65R17
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
350/7700 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2019 GMC Canyon FAQ
The 2019 GMC Canyon is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- SLE : 20 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- SL : 20 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Base : 20 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Denali : 20 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- Denali : 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- SLT : 20 MPG City and 30 MPG Highway
- SLT : 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- All Terrain : 17 MPG City and 24 MPG Highway
The GMC Canyon received a rating of 4 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the GMC Canyon as 2 out of 8 among Midsize Truck
The 2019 GMC Canyon has received an average 4.3 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2019 GMC Canyon, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2019 GMC Canyon Reviews.
The 2019 GMC Canyon has a maximum towing capacity of between 3500 and 7700 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2019 GMC Canyon:
- Parking Sensors
- Long Bed
- Smart Key
- CD Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
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