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2019 GMC Canyon

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.

GMC Canyon
Pictured: 2022 GMC Canyon Elevation, front 4.4.23. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles
Crew Cab L/Box 2WD, Crew Cab L/Box 4X4, Crew Cab S/Box 2WD, Crew Cab S/Box 4X4
Engines
2.8L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Diesel, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
23 combined · 20 city / 30 hwy
Length
212.6–224.8 in
Curb weight
3,949–4,480 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • Few owner complaints17 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 150 for similar models.
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 22% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2019 GMC Canyon is a small pickup truck offered with 3 engines (2.8L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 225 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 141-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,259 lb (Crew Cab L/Box 2WD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 30 highway), 10% better than the 2019 small pickup truck average of 20.9 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2019

  • Best combined MPG down from 25 to 23

Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 Canyon →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–3.6L 6-cyl
DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

SLEAll TerrainSLT

Built in: Wentzville, Missouri

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2019 Canyon configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Crew Cab L/Box 2WD224.8 in74.4 in70.5 in140.6 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,259 lb57/43
Crew Cab L/Box 4X4224.8 in74.4 in70.5 in140.6 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,480 lb57/43
Crew Cab S/Box 2WD212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,041 lb57/43
Crew Cab S/Box 4X4212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,411 lb57/43
Extended Cab L/Box 2WD212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,949 lb57/43
Extended Cab L/Box 4X4212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,169 lb57/43

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Canyon 2WD Diesel2.8L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 30 / 23+10%$4,150435
Canyon 2WD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 26 / 22+5%$3,050406
Canyon 2WD2.5L 4-cylManual 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 26 / 22+5%$3,050403
Canyon 4WD Diesel2.8L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive19 / 28 / 22+15%$4,350455
Canyon 4WD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive19 / 24 / 21+9%$3,200429
Canyon 2WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 20-4%$3,350440
Canyon 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 24 / 19-1%$3,550461
Canyon Cab Chassis 2WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive15 / 15 / 15-27%$4,450572
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $3,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.9 MPG2019 Small Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2019 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.9%
2019 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.2%
2019 GMC Canyon PU/EC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★22%
2019 GMC Canyon PU/EC RWD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.4%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning

Similar 2019 small pickup trucks

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2019 GMC Canyon (this car)23 MPG★★★★★0
2019 Toyota Tundra16 MPG★★★★★9
2019 Chevrolet Colorado23 MPG★★★★★0
2019 Nissan Titan18 MPG★★★★★4
2019 Ram 150023 MPG★★★★★29
2019 GMC Sierra21 MPGNot rated17

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 GMC Canyon.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2019 GMC Canyon is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

17Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
1Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
52,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train7
Electrical System4
Engine3
Unknown Or Other3
Fuel/Propulsion System3
Tires1
Electrical System › Ignition1
Steering1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
19/09: 120/04: 121/06: 121/09: 122/12: 123/02: 123/04: 123/08: 123/11: 124/06: 124/07: 124/09: 125/07: 125/08: 126/04: 226/09: 119/0921/0622/1223/0423/1124/0725/0726/04max 2

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2019 GMC Canyon buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Power Train — 7 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Electrical System — 4 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  4. Engine — 3 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 52,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 GMC Canyon. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Canyon years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Canyon20213 inNot rated28
2025 Canyon20213 in★★★★★28
2024 Canyon20213 in★★★★★3207
2023 Canyon20213 in★★★★★362
2022 Canyon23224.8 in★★★★★128
2021 Canyon23224.8 in★★★★★212
2020 Canyon23224.8 in★★★★★014
2018 Canyon25224.8 in★★★★★153
2017 Canyon25224.8 in★★★★★166
2016 Canyon25224.8 in★★★★★4271
2015 Canyon22224.8 in★★★★★8303
2012 Canyon21207.1 inNot rated220

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or GMC. How we calculate this →