
If you haven’t fallen head-over-heels for the Canyon, it's worth checking out the Chevrolet Colorado, which can be cheaper and has better-packaged options.
Off-roading fans will long for the ZR2 model, too.
The Toyota Tacoma has long been the leader of the pack, but the GM twins have overtaken the Taco in recent years thanks to superior quality.
The Nissan Frontier has been largely unchanged since 2005 but is a lot cheaper and can be had at a significant discount.
For those who want more comfort, the crossover-based Honda Ridgeline is slightly less capable, but much more livable.
Top-tier Canyon buyers would be smart to cross-shop a larger Sierra too if their parking options allow.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2019 GMC Canyon is a solid mid-size truck thanks to its terrific and diverse powertrain options, refined interior, and classy demeanor. |
The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado is a jack-of-all-trades: humble work truck, comfortable urban runabout, or off-road all-star. |
The 2019 GMC Sierra steers out of the max-tow race; instead, it puts its marker down on smart and easy-to-use technology. |
The 2019 Honda Ridgeline pickup is all the truck we need, but is it enough truck to be what buyers want? |
The 2019 Nissan Frontier is an endearing, affordable mid-size truck that lacks the flash of competitors—we like that. |
The 2019 Toyota Tacoma has its assets, but its reputation might be its primary lure for some shoppers. |
MSRP From | |||||
$22,200 | $21,300 | $29,600 | $29,990 | $19,290 | $25,850 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
17 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 16 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 23 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 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 140" | RT 2WD | King Cab 4x2 S Manual | SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 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 | |||||
Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2019 GMC Canyon vs. 2019 Chevrolet Colorado | 2019 GMC Canyon vs. 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 | 2019 GMC Canyon vs. 2019 Honda Ridgeline | 2019 GMC Canyon vs. 2019 Nissan Frontier | 2019 GMC Canyon vs. 2019 Toyota Tacoma |