
Unless you’re totally sold on the blocky GMC Canyon grille, you owe it to yourself to cross-shop the Chevrolet Colorado.
The Chevy can be a little cheaper and its features are packaged a little differently, which might be appealing.
The Toyota Tacoma has long been this segment’s favorite, but the current model doesn’t quite match these GM twins.
Nissan’s Frontier is ancient—it debuted for 2005—but is significantly cheaper and can usually be had at discounts.
At the opposite end of the spectrum sits the crossover-derived Honda Ridgeline, which doesn’t have a separate frame but is remarkably capable and livable.
And by the time you’ve loaded up a Canyon, you may want to look at the GMC Sierra (or vice versa).
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2018 GMC Canyon is a solid, highly recommended choice among mid-size pickups for its terrific powertrains, comfortable interior, and refined demeanor. |
The 2018 Chevrolet Colorado can be whatever you need it to be: in-town runabout, suburban slogger, or off-road racing champion. |
The 2018 GMC Sierra is a rugged, handsome full-size pickup certainly worthy of your attention. |
The 2018 Honda Ridgeline is the most comfortable truck you can drive today. It has the capability that many casual buyers want, but it’s not the choice for heavy duty users. |
The 2018 Nissan Frontier is a good, basic truck, but there are far more modern options for not too much more. |
The 2018 Toyota Tacoma is a mid-size pickup with the right-sized attitude: it’s nimble off road, capable, and just enough truck for many buyers. |
MSRP From | |||||
$21,100 | $20,200 | $29,000 | $29,730 | $18,990 | $25,400 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 24 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 | Gas/Ethanol V6 | Regular Unleaded V-6 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Style Name | |||||
2WD Ext Cab 128.3" SL | 2WD Ext Cab 128.3" Base | 2WD Reg Cab 119.0" | RT 2WD | King Cab 4x2 S Manual | SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 4x2 AT (GS) |
Drivetrain | |||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
2 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | 2 | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Extended Cab Pickup | Extended Cab Pickup | Reg Cab Pickup | Crew Cab | King Cab | Access Cab |
Transmission | |||||
Manual | Manual | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2018 GMC Canyon vs. 2018 Chevrolet Colorado | 2018 GMC Canyon vs. 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 | 2018 GMC Canyon vs. 2018 Honda Ridgeline | 2018 GMC Canyon vs. 2018 Nissan Frontier | 2018 GMC Canyon vs. 2018 Toyota Tacoma |