2023 GMC Canyon Crew Cab

　　

2023 GMC Canyon Review

byChristian WardlawCorrespondent

　　Christian Wardlaw has worked in the automotive industry since 1994. He has written nearly 10,000 car-related articles and tested and reviewed more than 2,000 vehicles over the course of his career. Chris is a correspondent at zzdcar and was the first editor-in-chief of zzdcar.com in the 1990s. He has also contributed to Autotrader, CarGurus, J.D. Power, Kelley Blue Book, NADAguides, New York Daily News Autos and WardsAuto. His mom claims that his first word was “car,” and Chris believes that Miata is always the answer.

　　The 2023 GMC Canyon midsize pickup gets a full redesign this year, and it retains what we liked about the previous-generation model while improving everything else. GMC packages the new Canyon with a focus on what's popular, so it comes only in a crew-cab short-bed configuration with a standard off-road suspension and stance. Every 2023 Canyon features a turbocharged four-cylinder engine providing robust power and stump-pulling torque, and most versions of the truck include four-wheel drive. New infotainment, safety and convenience technologies debut, and the interior is roomier and more refined than before.

　　

Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.06 per gallon for regular unleaded in North Dakota.

Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota

　　$189/mo  for Canyon Elevation

　　Canyon Elevation

　　Elevation 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $36,600 MSRPElevation 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $39,900 MSRPAT4 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) (Most Popular) - $43,900 MSRPDenali 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $51,000 MSRPAT4X 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A) - $55,500 MSRP

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　　$219/mo

　　Avg. Compact Truck

　　

zzdcar spotlight: GMC Canyon AT4X

The redesigned Canyon's emphasis on off-roading is most evident in the new AT4X model. It shares its hardware with its corporate cousin, the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, but wrapped in more upscale styling. This is particularly true inside the cab, where the GMC's more expressive detailing and premium materials help to justify the higher price compared to the Chevy. Highlights of the Canyon AT4X include 33-inch mud-terrain tires, an exclusive Baja driving mode, electronic locking front and rear differentials, Multimatic DSSV dampers, and improved ground clearance and approach angles compared to the Canyon AT4.

　　

Competitors to consider

You have a lot of fresh midsize truck hardware to pick from. Besides the related Chevy Colorado, the Canyon also competes with the Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma, both of which will be redesigned for 2024. Jeep's Gladiator is also a great option, particularly if you plan on going off-road.

　　

What’s it like to live with?

Considering the popularity of off-road-ready pickups, we think the Canyon AT4 will give you the most bang for your buck. It's not quite as capable as the AT4X, but it holds its own in most off-roading situations and saves you a considerable sum of money.

　　

GMC Canyon models

The 2023 GMC Canyon is a midsize pickup truck available in a crew-cab short-bed configuration with your choice of four trim levels: Elevation, AT4, AT4X and Denali. All four are powered by a turbocharged 2.7-liter inline-four (310 horsepower, 430 lb-ft) paired exclusively with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The Elevation comes standard with two-wheel drive, and four-wheel drive with a true low range is optional on that trim and standard on the AT4, AT4X and Denali. Keep reading for our editorial breakdown of the Canyon's standard and optional features.

　　Elevation

　　Standard feature highlights on the Canyon Elevation include:

　　18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires Off-road-tuned suspension LED headlights Remote locking tailgate Keyless entry with push-button start Tilt-only steering wheel Height-adjustable driver's seat 8-inch digital instrument cluster 11.3-inch touchscreen infotainment display Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (wireless connectivity for both) Six-speaker audio systemStandard driver aids on all Canyons include:

　　Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios) Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)Optional equipment includes:

　　Convenience package Remote engine start Heated exterior mirrors Rear window defogger Sliding rear window Dual-zone automatic climate control Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel 120-volt power outlet on rear console and in bed Auto-dimming rearview mirror Upgraded tailgate (EZ-Lift and Lower) with integrated storage Preferred package Power-adjustable driver's seat Heated front seats Technology package Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the GMC and the car in front) Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the Canyon and its surroundings in tight parking situations) Canyon Safety Plus package Rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible behind the vehicle when parking) Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse) Blind-spot intervention (automatically steers the car back into its lane if you try to change lanes while a car is in the vehicle's blind spot) AT4

　　The AT4 includes all of the Elevation's equipment, adding:

　　Convenience and Preferred package contents Hill descent control Standard four-wheel drive with a two-speed transfer case Additional USB portsOptions include:

　　Seven-speaker Bose audio system Technology and Canyon Safety Plus packages AT4 Premium package Canyon Safety Plus package contents Leather upholstery Power-adjustable passenger seat Wireless charging pad Heated steering wheel Heated and ventilated front seats AT4X

　　The AT4X builds off the AT4 with additional changes to enhance the Canyon's off-road performance. Changes include:

　　Canyon Safety Plus, Technology and AT4 Premium package contents 17-inch wheels with more aggressive mud-terrain tires Additional skid plates Rock rails Retuned suspension with 1-inch additional lift and Multimatic DSSV dampers Locking front and rear differentials Spray-in bedliner Trailering package (see below) 11-inch digital instrument cluster Head-up display Bose audio systemFor the first year, the AT4X is available with the Edition 1 package. It includes a variety of dealer-installed upgrades, such as:

　　17-inch beadlock-capable wheels 30-inch front LED light bar Revised front bumper with brush guard Front-mounted Comeup winch Underbody cameras Configurable bed rails Accessory switch kitDenali

　　The Denali sits atop the Canyon lineup. While not as off-road capable as the AT4X, it has the same set of convenience and technology features. It also has:

　　Chrome exterior trim 20-inch wheels Special interior trimAn optional Trailering package is available for the Canyon. It includes a trailer hitch and an integrated trailer brake controller (allows adjustment of a trailer's brakes from the cab).

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