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2023 GMC Canyon

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2023 models.

Class: Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles: Crewcab 2WD, Crewcab 4WD, Crewcab 4WD At4, Crewcab 4WD At4x
Engines: 2.7L 4-cyl turbo
Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel: Regular Gasoline
MPG (best): 20 combined · 18 city / 23 hwy
Length: 213 in
Curb weight: 4,716–5,298 lb
NHTSA rating: ★★★★★
Recalls: 3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 16% below the 2023 small pickup truck average of 23.7 MPG.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 6 similar 2023 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2023 GMC Canyon is a small pickup truck offered with a 2.7L 4-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 213 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 132-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,716 lb (Crewcab 2WD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 23 highway), 16% worse than the 2023 small pickup truck average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.

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

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 62 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2023

New body dimensions: 11.8 in shorter, wheelbase −9.1 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
No diesel version any more
Engine added: 2.7L 4-cyl turbo
Engines dropped: 2.8L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl
Best combined MPG down from 23 to 20

Compared with 2022; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2022 Canyon →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–2.7L turbo 4-cyl

DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

AT4ElevationDenaliAT4X

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard

Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard

Forward collision warningStandard

Blind-spot monitoringSome trims

Blind-spot interventionOptional

Rear cross-traffic alertSome trims

Rear automatic brakingOptional

Lane departure warningStandard

Lane keeping assistStandard

Lane centeringStandard

Adaptive cruise controlSome trims

Parking assistSome trims

Backup cameraStandard

Automatic high beamsStandard

Adaptive driving beamStandard

Keyless startStandard

LED headlightsYes

Built in: Wentzville, Missouri

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2023 Canyon configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

Body	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Track F / R	Curb weight	Weight F/R
Crewcab 2WD	213 in	74.8 in	79.9 in	131.5 in	66.1 / 66.1 in	4,716 lb	55/45
Crewcab 4WD	213 in	74.8 in	79.9 in	131.5 in	66.1 / 66.1 in	4,971 lb	56/44
Crewcab 4WD At4	213 in	76.4 in	79.9 in	131.5 in	66.1 / 66.1 in	4,971 lb	56/44
Crewcab 4WD At4x	213 in	76.4 in	81.5 in	131.5 in	66.1 / 66.1 in	5,298 lb	56/44

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

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

Version	Engine	Transmission	Drive	City / Hwy / Comb	vs. class	Fuel / yr	CO₂ g/mi
Canyon 2WD	2.7L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic 8-spd	Rear-Wheel Drive	18 / 23 / 20	-16%	$3,350	446
Canyon 4WD	2.7L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic 8-spd	4-Wheel Drive	17 / 21 / 19	-1%	$3,550	467
Canyon Mud Terrain Tires 4WD	2.7L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic 8-spd	4-Wheel Drive	17 / 20 / 18	-6%	$3,700	495
Canyon AT4X 4WD	2.7L 4-cyl turbo	Automatic 8-spd	4-Wheel Drive	16 / 16 / 16	-16%	$4,200	539

4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)

4/10EPA greenhouse gas score

Spend $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car

23.7 MPG2023 Small Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2023 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

Version	Overall	Frontal	Driver / passenger	Side	Side pole	Rollover	Rollover risk
2023 GMC Canyon PU/CC 4WD	★★★★★	★★★★★	4★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	–
2023 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD	★★★★★	★★★★★	4★ / 4★	★★★★★	★★★★★	★★★★★	–

StandardElectronic stability control

StandardForward collision warning

StandardLane departure warning

Similar 2023 small pickup trucks

Model	Best MPG / range	NHTSA overall	Recalls
2023 GMC Canyon (this car)	20 MPG	★★★★★	3
2023 Toyota Tacoma	21 MPG	★★★★★	4
2023 Chevrolet Colorado	22 MPG	★★★★★	3
2023 Ford Ranger	23 MPG	Not rated	4
2023 Honda Ridgeline	21 MPG	★★★★★	5
2023 Jeep Gladiator	24 MPG	Not rated	6
2023 Rivian R1T	352 mi	Not rated	8

Recalls (3)

Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners · Sep 19, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V703000 · 151 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.
Risk: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242453720.

Wheels › Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs · Mar 28, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V237000 · 17 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.
Risk: Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232431480.

Electrical System › Adas › Driver Monitoring › Camera/Sensor · Feb 22, 2024

NHTSA campaign 24V133000 · 55,755 vehicles

Problem: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.
Risk: Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2023 GMC Canyon is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

62Complaints to NHTSA since 2015

0Involved a crash

1Involved a fire

1Injuries reported

3,000 miTypical mileage at failure

Electrical System20

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking12

Engine10

Service Brakes8

Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings8

Unknown Or Other6

Lane Departure › Blind Spot Detection6

Power Train6

Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2023 GMC Canyon buyer's checklist

Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
Electrical System — 20 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 12 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
Engine — 10 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 3,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2023 GMC Canyon. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Canyon years

Compare all years →

Year	MPG (best)	Length	Overall	Recalls	Complaints
2026 Canyon	20	213 in	Not rated	2	8
2025 Canyon	20	213 in	★★★★★	2	8
2024 Canyon	20	213 in	★★★★★	3	207
2022 Canyon	23	224.8 in	★★★★★	1	27
2021 Canyon	23	224.8 in	★★★★★	2	12
2020 Canyon	23	224.8 in	★★★★★	0	14
2019 Canyon	23	224.8 in	★★★★★	0	17
2018 Canyon	25	224.8 in	★★★★★	1	53
2017 Canyon	25	224.8 in	★★★★★	1	66
2016 Canyon	25	224.8 in	Not rated	4	271
2015 Canyon	22	224.8 in	Not rated	8	303
2012 Canyon	21	207.1 in	Not rated	2	20

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