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For many businesses, GMC's mid-size Canyon is the right truck at the right time. There's a choice of three of advanced Vortec engines, including a muscular four-cylinder powertrain that consumes just 8.1 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres in highway driving¹. Other major advantages include a substantial payload rating. Towing capability up to 2722 kg (6000 lb.) when properly equipped with a 5.3L V8 engine. An all-welded steel box with tough double-wall construction. And a choice of two-wheel drive and Insta-Trac 4x4 powertrains. Best of all, Canyon is a genuine GMC truck, so you know it's built to last.

  • 185 hp Vortec 2.9L I-4 engine (standard on Regular Cab, Extended Cab and Crew Cab 2WD models); 242 hp Vortec 3.7L I-5 engine
    (standard on Crew Cab 4x4 models); available 300 hp Vortec 5.3L V8
  • 5-speed manual transmission (standard with 2.9L 4-cylinder engine); 4-speed automatic transmission with Overdrive (included with Vortec 3.7L I-5 and Vortec 5.3L V8 engines)
  • StabiliTrak electronic stability control system
  • Front 60/40 split bench seat with deluxe cloth trim (standard on Regular and Extended Cabs); Front bucket seats with centre floor console
    (standard on Crew Cab)
  • Welded steel box with double-wall construction, 8 cargo tie-downs and locking 2-position tailgate
  • Standard air conditioning, tilt steering column and cruise control
  • OnStar® with 6 months of the Directions & Connections Plan with Turn-by-Turn Navigation

¹ Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary.

GMC Canyon Pickup

Powertrain
Engine Highlights
Engine Availability Horsepower @ rmp Torque lb.-ft. @rpm
Vortec 2.9L I-4 185 @ 5600 190 @ 2800
Vortec 3.7L I-5 242 @ 5600 242 @ 4600
Vortec 5.3L V8 300 @ 5200 320 @ 4000

Canyon's standard Vortec 2.9L in-line four-cylinder engine is the most powerful standard non-turbocharged 4-cylinder engine in its class*.

The fuel-efficient Vortec 3.7L in-line 5-cylinder engine is more powerful than many competitor's standard V6 engines (available on all models).*

With 320 lb.-ft. of torque, the available Vortec 5.3L V8 allows maximum towing capacity of 2722 kg (6000 lb.). The aluminum block 5.3L V8 provides outstanding performance and maximum trailer ratings

* Based on WardsAuto.com 2010 Large Pickup segment and 2010 competitive model data and latest competitive data available at time of posting. Excludes other GM models.

Chassis
Chassis Highlights
Model Payload** 2WD
kg (lb.)
Payload** 4x4
kg (lb.)
Towing MAX.
kg (lb.)
Reg. Cab 673 (1484) 665 (1465) 1814 (4000)
Ext. Cab 654 (1441) 645 (1422) 2722 (6000)
Crew Cab 577 (1272) 558 (1230) 2722 (6000)

Ladder-type frame with welded box section side rails makes Canyon extremely rigid.

**Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver , passengers, optional equipment and cargo.
† Maximum trailer weight rating calculated on properly equipped base vehicle, except for any options necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. Weight of other optional equipment, passenger and cargo will reduce maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow.

Dimensions
Model Wheelbase
mm (in.)
Overall Length
mm (in.)
Box Length
mm (in.)
Max. Height
mm (in.)
Max. Height 4x4
mm (in.)
Width
mm (in.)
Regular Cab 2827 (111.3) 4887 (192.4) 1849 (72.8) 1648 (64.9) 1717 (67.6) 1717 (67.6)
Extended Cab 3200 (126.0) 5260 (207.1) 1849 (72.8) 1648 (64.9) 1717 (67.6) 1717 (67.6)
Crew Cab 3200 (126.0) 5260 (207.1) 1552 (61.1) 1656 (65.2) 1725 (67.9) 1742 (68.6)

Applications

In-Line 5-Cylinder Engine

Canyon lets you directly affect the bottom line with its amazingly fuel-efficient Vortec 3.7L in-line 5-cylinder engine. Available on all models, the I-5 delivers 242 hp and 242 lb.-ft. of torque. And thanks to advanced engineering features like double overhead camshafts, Variable Valve Timing, Electronic Throttle Control and Sequential Fuel Injection, it consumes less gas than many V6s you'll find in competitive mid-size pickups.¹

Advice

Tailored to Your Needs

Canyon understands that your truck has to fit your business - not the other way around. That's why you have the choice of three powerful engines, three cab configurations (Regular, Extended and Crew), two suspensions (standard Z85, Z71 Off-Road or ZQ8 Sport Suspension), two transmissions (5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic), two drive systems (2WD or 4X4) and two trim levels (SL or SLE; Crew Cab - SLE only). Whether you need pure muscle on the worksite or a sleek vehicle to take on the road with clients, there's a Canyon that's right for the job.

GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty

The importance of reliability cannot be over-emphasized in commercial vehicles. Which is why we build them to withstand the daily rigours of commercial applications. In the unlikely event that you do run into any problems, the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty covers most defects for 3 years or 60,000 km*. In addition to your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage your vehicle is covered by a 5 year/160,000 km* Powertrain Limited Warranty. Learn more about how the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty offers you added peace of mind.

¹ Based on GM Testing in accordance with approved Transport Canada test methods. Your actual fuel consumption may vary.
* Whichever comes first. Conditions and limitations apply. See dealer for details.

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