
The mid-size pickup segment has had a heck of a run the last few years, and Honda is back in the fray with its impressive Ridgline.
Although it may not offer the separate frame of its rivals, the Ridgeline offers surprising capability and capacities and a terrific ride quality.
The Toyota Tacoma has long been the segment's sales leader, and its refresh last year brought a strong new engine and a much better interior.
The Nissan Frontier is at the opposite end of the spectrum, having not been refreshed in over a decade—but big discounts should be available.
And it's worth cross-shopping the Chevrolet Colorado, which is largely the same thing as the Canyon but offers different options packaging and a slightly lower price point.
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Quick Specs | ||||
The 2017 GMC Canyon is probably all the pickup truck most buyers will need. |
Don't quite need a full-size truck? The Chevrolet Colorado makes a compelling case for the way most of us truly use our pickups. |
The 2017 Honda Ridgeline is a smart alternative to full-size trucks, for drivers content with matching the right tool to the right job. |
Thoroughly outpointed by its rivals, the 2017 Nissan Frontier is nonetheless worth a look if you value its nimble feel and its surprisingly good value. |
A new TRD Pro package further cements the 2017 Toyota Tacoma's reputation as an off-road leader. |
MSRP From | ||||
$20,885 | $20,000 | $29,475 | $18,390 | $24,575 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 24 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Style Name | ||||
2WD Ext Cab 128.3" SL | 2WD Ext Cab 128.3" Base | RT 4x2 Crew Cab 5.3' Bed | King Cab 4x2 S Manual | SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 4x2 AT (SE) |
Drivetrain | ||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
2 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
2 | 2 | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
Extended Cab Pickup | Extended Cab Pickup | Crew Cab | King Cab | Access Cab |
Transmission | ||||
Manual | Manual | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2017 GMC Canyon vs. 2017 Chevrolet Colorado | 2017 GMC Canyon vs. 2017 Honda Ridgeline | 2017 GMC Canyon vs. 2017 Nissan Frontier | 2017 GMC Canyon vs. 2017 Toyota Tacoma |