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2025 GMC

Canyon 2WD

Auto 8-spd, 4 cyl, 2.7 L, Turbo

GMC Canyon: best and worst years
2025 GMC Canyon 2WD (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2023 model year); you're viewing the 2025.

2023 photo42-BRTCC BY-SA 4.0Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Transmission
Automatic 8-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel
RegularEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Engine & performance

Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG City
19 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
MPG Comb
20 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,100EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
CO₂
434 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Eco Score
4/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/11/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
213 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Width
75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Height
80 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Wheelbase
131 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026
Curb Weight
4,971 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/5/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Recalls
2
Owner complaints
8
Reported injuries
1

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated seatsStandalone option
  • Heated steering wheelStandalone option
  • Leather seatsUnconfirmedStandalone option

Audio

  • Bose audioUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Premium audio (any brand)UnconfirmedStandalone option

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraStandalone option
  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Parking sensorsStandalone option

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlStandalone option
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorStandalone option
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Android AutoStandard
  • Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Keyless entryStandard
  • Navigation systemUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Push-button startStandard
  • Remote startUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Wireless phone chargingStandalone option

Exterior

  • Tow packageUnconfirmedStandalone option

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • SERVICE BRAKES23%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM15%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE15%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER15%
  • ENGINE8%
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING8%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 13 total.

GMC Canyon: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

233 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 5, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6517A

    This PI advise dealers If U3000 is present, follow the correct service doc by Symptom Byte before contacting PQC; if not present, verify the camera is clean, then contact PQC if no issue is found.

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6503A

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians must not replace the front camera module unless they have: 1.Completed the diagnostic procedure in this PI, and 2.Contacted TAC and received authorization, including the SI document number and specific step that directs camera replacement.

  • May 28, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6517

    This PI advise dealers If U3000 is present, follow the correct service doc by Symptom Byte before contacting PQC; if not present, verify the camera is clean, then contact PQC if no issue is found.

  • May 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6519

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available.

  • May 21, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6215C

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealership technicians that if they encounter a customer vehicle with this concern, to perform the steps listed and should be able to reprogram the module and correct this.

  • May 21, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6115

    The document advise technicians after an engine repair involving removal of the camshaft actuators, the vehicle may set p1101 P0172 and or stalls when taken off idle. The technician is instructed to verify the intake and exhaust camshaft actuators are installed onto the correct camshafts.

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5509M

    This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540J

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • and 225 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.