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If a mid-size pickup truck is on your radar, the 2019 GMC Canyon is worth a glance. A sibling of the popular Chevrolet Colorado, the Canyon is offered in six trims, and can be configured 25 different ways. Packed with technology and standard safety features, and available with three engine options, consumers will enjoy the flexibility that the Canyon offers.
What's New For 2019
For the new model year, the GMC Canyon received a mild reboot. Some of the top added features include a new infotainment center with cloud-connect navigation along with automatic software updates. GMC has also added an option for six-way power-adjustable driver seats, 17-inch stylized wheels, parking sensors, and several new premium exterior colors. The 2019 Canyon also adds a digital rearview camera on all but the base Canyon model, expanded availability of a heated steering wheel and wireless charging, and available rear park assist.
Choosing Your GMC Canyon
We’re not going to sugar coat this – choosing a 2019 GMC Canyon is complex. This mid-size truck comes in multiple trim levels, starting with the base Canyon SL and continuing with the Canyon, SLE, All Terrain, SLT, and Denali. The GMC Canyon is offered in a variety of sizes and cab/bed configurations, including an extended or crew cab body (which is a $1,600 difference), and short (5.2-feet) or long (6.2-feet) bed options. The long bed is only available with the extended cab variants.
Under the hood, consumers can opt one of three different powerplants. The base engine is a 2.5-liter, inline four-cylinder engine that produces 200 horsepower and 191 pound-feet of torque. A 3.6-liter V6 engine is also available that returns 308 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque. The final option is a 2.8-liter turbodiesel inline-four that produces 181 hp and an impressive 369 lb-ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, with a six-speed automatic being offered for V6 and diesel engines. Consumers can opt for an upgraded eight-speed automatic with the V6 in either two- or four-wheel drive.
The Canyon returns an EPA-estimated 20 miles per gallon city, 26 mpg highway, and 22 combined when equipped with two-wheel drive and the 2.5-liter four-cylinder (with either the manual or automatic transmission). Moving to four-wheel drive drops these figures to 19/24/21 mpg (city/highway/combined). The turbodiesel increases fuel economy to 20/30/23 mpg.
SL
The base Canyon SL is a rather bare-bones version, which starts at $22,395 (all prices include the $995 destination charge) and only features the four-cylinder engine and manual tranmission. On the inside, a seven-inch infotainment system leads off the list of standard features. This system offers Bluetooth connectivity, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, and six audio speakers. A four-way power driver seat and a two-way manual passenger seat featuring vinyl trim are also standard. A USB charge port, single-zone climate control, and power windows and door locks round off the list of basic features on the SL. There are no package options offered with this trim, but several dealer accessories can be added.
Base
The Canyon trim, which starts at $25,895, is next in line and is essentially a spiced-up version of the base model. The Canyon adds floor carpeting, floor mats, a rear folding bench on Crew Cab models, rear underseat storage, and also opens the door to more available equipment.
The Canyon is the first of the trims to offer cab, bed, and engine upgrades. The Crew Cab/Short Box can be added for $2,345 extra, while the 3.6-liter V6 is an additional $2,135. The Interior Protection Package ($250) brings all-weather floor mats and a rubber bed mat, while the Performance Skid Plate Package ($375) adds front and mid skid plates. The Convenience Package ($590) includes an EZ-lift and lower tailgate, keyless entry, cruise control, a theft-deterrent system, and a rear-window defogger, while the Exterior Convenience Package ($815) brings black assist steps and splash guards. Finally, the Power Package ($1,850) adds a performance exhaust and air intake system.
SLE
The fun – and some possible frustration – begins with the SLE trim, which starts at $29,895. Stepping up to a four-wheel-drive SLE requires moving up to the 3.6-liter V6 engine and adds $5,400 to the tab. The SLE can also be configured with the turbodiesel engine, though it requires moving to the Crew Cab and adding a few packages, for an extra $8,705 over the starting SLE price.
In the added features department, the SLE has plenty. The infotainment system is upgraded to an eight-inch version and offers four USB ports and HD radio, it rides on 17-inch wheels, and 4G LTE WiFi is available. The SLE also includes a standard leather-wrapped steering wheel, a manual tilt-and-telescoping steering column, a six-way power driver seat, a driver instrument display, an overhead console, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and an EZ-Lift and Lower locking tailgate.
The SLE Convenience Package is priced at $575 and brings a sliding rear window, single-zone climate control, and remote start. The Driver Alert Package ($690) provides lane departure warning, forward collision warning, and rear park assist. The SLE Chrome Appearance Package ($480) adds chrome accents outside.
All Terrain
The All Terrain trim is only offered with four-wheel drive and starts at $37,395 with the Extended Cab and V6 engine. A leather-appointed variant of this trim is also offered for an additional $1,400. The All Terrain receives an upgraded suspension system, hill descent control, a transfer case shield, carbon-fiber interior accents, and custom 17-inch cast-aluminum wheels with painted accents. This model can be spiced up with the All Terrain X Package ($1,365), which offers a spray-on bedliner, all-weather floor liners, black tubular assist steps, and all-terrain 17-inch tires.
SLT
The Canyon SLT, which starts at $36,695, is only available in Crew Cab guise with either the V6 or turbodiesel engine. The SLT builds on the SLE and adds remote start, 18-inch aluminum wheels, a wireless charging mat, and heated leather front seats. On the SLT, the Driver Alert Package is now $395 and only adds forward collision warning and lane departure warning.
Denali
The range-topper for the GMC Canyon is the Denali, which starts at $41,295. This trim is packed with standard features that are included in many of the previously mentioned package upgrades. The Denali comes with 20-inch alloy wheels, navigation, chrome assist steps, a seven-speaker Bose audio system, a spray-on bed liner, a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, cargo area lights, chrome fog lights, polished exhaust tips, and several Denali-branded enhancements on the inside and out. The Performance Skid Plate Package is the only offered.
If flexibility of trim levels is your bag, this is your mid-size pickup. The 2019 GMC Canyon offers a trim and configuration to fit any style, taste, and budget. If you’re looking for comfort, the SLE should be your starting point, as the entry-level Canyons are rather sparse on creature comforts. As with any pickup, consumers in cold-weather climates would benefit greatly from choosing a four-wheel-drive variant.
