2015 GMC Canyon

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$20,955 - $37,250
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Pleasant ride quality with stability around the corners

Slightly expensive than the rivals

Completely redesigned for 2015

Sturdy interior build quality

Off-road capability gets limited by the low hanging front dam

The base engine is so good in terms of frugality

Slow responding infotainment screen needs an update

Specs & Features

$20,995

price

200 hp @ 6300 rpm

horsepower

191 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

TBD

transmission

2.5L 4cyl 6M

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2015 GMC Canyon Crew Cab is a prominent contender in the midsize pickup segment, competing primarily with the Nissan Frontier Crew Cab, the Toyota Tacoma Double Cab, and the Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab. Prices start off at MSRP $25,205 with the base trim reaching all the way to the top SLT trim carrying an MSRP of $37,250, for a total of 3 trims being offered. With multiple powertrain and cab options available across multiple trims, there is a Canyon for everyone. The GMC Canyon Crew Cab offers 2 exciting powertrains, each offered as both RWD and 4WD.

The base engine is a 2.5L Inline-4 engine capable of making 200 horsepower and 191 lb-ft of torque. This engine is rated for a towing capacity of 3,500 pounds. The second engine is a larger 3.6L V6 engine making 305 horsepower and carrying a towing capacity of 7,000 pounds. Both engines are mated to a 6 speed automatic transmission. Furthermore, you get a choice between a 5.3-foot bed and a 6.2-foot bed. All in all, the GMC Canyon Crew Cab delivers an exciting package, both in terms of performance and looks. The rugged and masculine exteriors are offered in 8 attractive colors.

Buying Advice

In terms of value, the mid level SLE trim is the one that seems like a real deal here. For an additional $3000, it throws in features like cruise control, nicer soft-touch interior trim materials, tilt-and-telescoping adjustable leather-wrapped steering wheel, Siri eyes free voice controls and so forth.

Trims

    SL
    $20,955 onwards
    • Engine: 2.5L 4cyl 6M
    • Horsepower: 200 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 191 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.3 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 22 mpg
    Base
    $22,650 onwards
    • Cloth Seat trim
    SLE
    $26,595 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    SLT
    $29,730 onwards
    • 18-inch polished aluminum Wheels
    • Front automatic air conditioning
    • Front passenger Lumbar support
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$20,955- $37,250

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.48

Horsepower

305 hp @ 6800 rpm

Torque

269 lb.-ft. @ 4300 rpm

Capacity

5

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$20,120- $34,415

Gasoline

7.3

200 hp @ 6300 rpm

191 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

2

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$17,990- $35,260

Gasoline

7.18

152 hp @ 5200 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

4

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2015 GMC Canyon vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    8.6 sec16.9 sec100 mph
    8.6 sec16.9 sec105 mph
    9.1 sec--

    2015 GMC Canyon vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg21 gal.399/546 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg21 gal.399/546 mi.
      19 mpg23 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.400.9/485.3 mi.

      2015 GMC Canyon vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        212.4 in.74.3 in.70.4 in.8.6 in.128.3 in.
        212.7 in.74.3 in.70.4 in.8.6 in.128.3 in.
        205.5 in.72.8 in.68.7 in.7.6 in.125.9 in.

        2015 GMC Canyon vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          49.9 cu.ft.94.4 cu.ft.49.9 cu.ft.
          33.5 cu.ft.144 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.
          49.9 cu.ft.102 cu.ft.49.9 cu.ft.

          2015 GMC Canyon vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            56.6 cu.ft.49.9 cu.ft.49.9 cu.ft.74 ft.
            146.4 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.73 ft.
            15.9 cu.ft.49.9 cu.ft.49.9 cu.ft.74 ft.

            2015 GMC Canyon vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              7000 lbs.1450 lbs.3920 lbs.
              3500 lbs.930 lbs.3708 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1410 lbs.3960 lbs.

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