XxLilGangstaxX Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 (edited) Pros 1-New AT4 has off-road chops 2-Canyon Denali refined 3-Fits well in garages4-Diesel tows 7,700 pounds, gets 30 mpg highway Cons 1-No manual transmission 2-MultiPro tailgate unavailable 3-High bed 4-Strange trim naming (i.e. Elevation Standard and Elevation) What’s New this Year? 1-New trim levels: Elevation Standard, Elevation, AT4 2-AT4 replaces All Terrain X 3-Canyon Denali updated 4-Four new exterior colors People Also Ask Where is the 2021 GMC Canyon built? The GMC Canyon is manufactured in Wentzville, Missouri. How long is the GMC Canyon’s bed? The Canyon has two bed lengths: 6-feet-2 inches (Extended Cab and Crew Cab) and 5-feet-2 inches (Crew Cab only). What’s new with the 2021 GMC Canyon Denali? The Canyon Denali now looks more like its Sierra big brother with a sculpted and layered grille, chrome exterior accents, chrome assist steps, and 20-inch alloy wheels. What off-road hardware is found in the new Canyon AT4? The new Canyon AT4 has off-road suspension, 31-inch Goodyear DuraTrac tires, hill-descent control, a skidplate for the transfer case, and a 4-wheel-drive system with a locking rear differential. Driving the 2021 GMC Canyon The seating position of the 2021 GMC Canyon is excellent, with plenty of height providing a good outward view. The seats are wide and supportive, and the feel inside the cab is more modern SUV than pickup truck. The steering is direct, the brakes are firm, and the suspension delivers a smooth ride on paved surfaces and well-controlled body motions on bumpy dirt roads.The base 4-cylinder engine is adequate. Our preferred choice is the 3.6-liter V6, although the 2.8-liter turbodiesel 4-cylinder is a wise choice if you plan to tow. The V6, which like all Canyon engines mates to an 8-speed automatic transmission, provides decent mileage, satisfying acceleration, and impressive passing power. You’ll be able to tow up to 7,000 pounds vs. the diesel’s 7,700 pounds. Off-roaders will appreciate the Canyon’s 4-wheel-drive (4WD) system, which has a low-range transfer case and a locking rear differential for extra traction in dirt and snow. Favorite Features THE NEW AT4 Last year’s GMC Canyon All Terrain X was appreciated, but the new AT4 is much better suited for off-roading. With its aggressive tires, a locking rear differential, an underbody skidplate, and specially tuned off-road suspension, the new Canyon AT4 relishes difficult conditions. DURAMAX TURBODIESEL ENGINE You won’t find a diesel in the Nissan Frontier, Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma, or Honda Ridgeline, but there is one in the 2021 GMC Canyon. The 2.8-liter 4-cylinder turbodiesel makes 181 horsepower and a substantial 369 lb-ft of torque, which is good for a tow rating of 7,700 pounds and EPA highway fuel economy of 30 mpg. 2021 GMC Canyon Interior With the Extended Cab or Crew Cab, the 2021 GMC Canyon interior blends contemporary style with truck practicality. There’s a large center console, and the Canyon’s seats are suitable for large folks, with many controls located on the center stack. The large knobs can be operated by gloved hands, and the Crew Cab model seats four adults in good comfort, or five in a pinch. Available upholstery materials include vinyl, cloth and leather, and the upgraded infotainment system with the 8-inch touchscreen is a smart choice. In addition to available onboard Wi-Fi, the Canyon offers Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. For 2021, the Canyon Denali is available in a Cocoa/Dark Atmosphere color theme with a particularly rich look. A heated steering wheel also is standard on the Denali, as is wood trim. 2021 GMC Canyon Exterior The GMC Canyon is considered a premium midsize truck, and it looks the part. The nose is large and squared-off, and there’s a strong family resemblance to the full-size GMC Sierra truck. LED running lights and projector-beam headlights are complemented by flared fenders that add a bit of muscle. One of our favorite exterior details has a practical purpose: Integrated into each end of the rear bumper are corner steps, which provide people with an easy way to step up and into the Canyon’s rather high cargo bed. For added distinction, the refined, new 2021 GMC Canyon Denali has 20-inch wheels, a polished exhaust tip, and a larger new grille that’s layered and sculpted. The new AT4’s rugged off-road appearance is enhanced by prominent red recovery hooks. 2021 GMC Canyon Standard Features Standard features on the 2021 GMC Canyon include a locking tailgate, a corner-step rear bumper, 18-inch wheels, a 7-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, two USB ports, and a power driver’s seat. Elevation models (and above) come with an 8-inch infotainment screen, along with automatic climate control, a Wi-Fi hotspot, an overhead console, a soft-touch instrument panel, and aluminum interior trim. In addition to its off-road suspension and aggressive 31-inch Goodyears, the new Canyon AT4 is equipped with 17-inch wheels, a skidplate for the transfer case, and wireless smartphone charging. As the top Canyon, the Denali is loaded with standard equipment. Highlights include a leather interior, a 7-speaker Bose audio system, a color information display, cargo lamps, heated outside mirrors, chrome exterior molding, a spray-on bedliner, a trailering package, and unique 20-inch alloy wheels. 2021 GMC Canyon Options Option packages abound on the 2021 GMC Canyon. We suspect a $630 Convenience Package will be po[CENSORED]r on the base-level Canyon, which is now called the Elevation Standard. This package includes remote keyless entry, a remote-locking EZ-Lift tailgate, cruise control, and a rear-window defogger. Moving up, the Elevation and AT4 Canyons can be ordered with a $690 Driver Alert Package that includes Rear Park Assist, forward-collision Alert, and lane-departure warning. The Canyon Elevation also can be ordered with a new $1,400 High Elevation Package that includes black leather front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power lumbar adjuster for the driver. 2021 GMC Canyon Engines GMC Canyon engines are unchanged for 2021. The base powerplant is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine making 200 horsepower and paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain is po[CENSORED]r with fleet buyers. Two- or 4-wheel-drive (2WD, 4WD) is available with any of the three engines offered. We prefer the 3.6-liter V6, which is teamed with an 8-speed automatic transmission. The V6 puts out 308 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque, and it endows the Canyon with a tow rating of 7,000 pounds. If you order the 2.8-liter turbodiesel, which produces 369 lb-ft of torque, the Canyon is rated to tow 7,700 pounds. The diesel (which adds between $4,000 and $5,000, depending on model), is more expensive than the gasoline V6, but it gets 30 mpg on the highway. The turbodiesel has a 6-speed automatic transmission. 2.5-liter inline-4 200 horsepower @ 6,300 rpm 191 lb-ft of torque @ 4,400 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 19/25 mpg (2WD), 19/24 mpg (4WD) 3.6-liter V6 308 horsepower @ 6,800 rpm 275 lb-ft of torque @ 4,000 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/25 mpg (2WD), 17/24 mpg (4WD) 2.8-liter turbodiesel inline-4 181 horsepower @ 3,400 rpm 369 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000 rpm EPA city/highway fuel economy: 20/30 mpg (2WD), 19/28 mpg (4WD) How Much Does the 2021 GMC Canyon Cost? The 2021 GMC Canyon with the lowest Manufacturer’s Suggest Retail Price (MSRP) is the 2WD Elevation Standard Extended Cab, powered by the 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. It starts at $26,400, plus a destination charge of $1,195. A Crew Cab version of the Elevation Standard with a short box begins at $28,300. With 4WD, an Elevation Standard Extended Cab starts at $31,800. The Canyon Elevation model is one step up. With a short box, the GMC Canyon Elevation Crew Cab is $31,900 (2WD) or $37,000 (4WD). A 4WD Canyon Elevation Crew Cab with the long box starts at $37,600. The new 2021 GMC Canyon AT4, available only as a Crew Cab, starts at $38,200 with a short box and $38,800 with a long box. If you want leather in your AT4, those prices rise to $40,000 and $40,600 respectively. At the top of the 2021 GMC Canyon offerings is the luxurious Denali, available as a Crew Cab with a short box or a long box. A 2WD short-box Denali starts at $40,900, while the 4WD short-box and long-box models start at $44,400 and $44,700, respectively. A fully loaded GMC Canyon Denali, when equipped with the diesel, can top $50,000. Always consult the Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price to see what others in your area are paying for the 2021 GMC Canyon. Resale values are on a par with those of the Chevy Colorado, but not up to the high levels of the Toyota Tacoma. Which 2020 GMC Canyon is Right for Me? 2021 GMC Canyon Elevation Standard2.5-liter 4-cylinder/6-speed automatic transmission 7-inch touchscreen Power driver’s seat (with manual recline) 18-inch alloy wheels Locking tailgate 2021 GMC Canyon Elevation3.6-liter V6/8-speed automatic transmission 8-inch touchscreen Overhead console Onboard Wi-Fi Tilt/telescoping steering wheel 2021 GMC Canyon AT44WD w/off-road suspension Transfer-case skidplate 17-inch cast-alloy wheels Heated seats Power driver’s seat w/lumbar support 2021 GMC Canyon DenaliLeather interior 20-inch alloy wheels 7-speaker Bose audio system High-definition rear camera Wireless smartphone charging Worried about safety ? Don't worry because 2021 GMC Canyon has Safety Technology Teen DriverThis standard technology allows the Canyon owner to monitor and coach beginning drivers. It includes a Buckle-to-Drive feature that prevents the driver from shifting out of Park for up to 20 seconds if the driver’s seat belt is not buckled. Teen Driver also issues a report card that allows later analysis and instruction. Driver Alert PackageThis system, standard on the Denali, includes forward-collision alert, lane-departure warning, and Rear Park Assist. It’s also available on the Elevation and AT4. Six standard airbagsAll 2021 GMC Canyons have six standard airbags: two frontal bags, a pair of seat-mounted side-impact bags, and two head-protection-curtain airbags for the front and rear outboard seating positions. Edited May 7, 2020 by -Sn!PeR- 24 hours passed. T/C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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