GMC Canyon first generation

GMC Canyon first generation
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The GMC Canyon first generation (2004–2012): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 36 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: GMT355

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,870–5,260 mm TC4,877–5,260 mm
Width1,720–1,740 mm TC1,727–1,798 mm
Height1,650–1,730 mm TC1,651–1,755 mm
Wheelbase2,820–3,200 mm TC2,824–3,200 mm
Front track1,480–1,520 mm TC–
Rear track1,480–1,530 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,523–1,815 kg TC–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

391 complaints for model years 2004–2012. 17 crashes · 13 fires · 13 injuries

  • Electrical system 100
  • Engine 50
  • Lights 39
  • Brakes 36
  • Airbags 29
  • Body and structure 27

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 36 versions of the GMC Canyon first generation

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United States 23 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2010–20122.9 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2010–20122.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2010–20122.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFour-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2010–20122.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive21 MPG (11.2 L/100 km) EPA263 g/km
2007–2012CLKUP3.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive15–19 MPG (12.4–15.7 L/100 km) EPA291–368 g/km
2010–20123.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
2010–20125.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2010–20125.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive16–17 MPG (13.8–14.7 L/100 km) EPA325–345 g/km
2007–2009SIL2.9 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive20 MPG (11.8 L/100 km) EPA276 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP2.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP2.9 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17–20 MPG (11.8–13.8 L/100 km) EPA276–325 g/km
2007–2009SIL2.9 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive18–20 MPG (11.8–13.1 L/100 km) EPA276–307 g/km
2007–2009CLKUP3.7 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive15–18 MPG (13.1–15.7 L/100 km) EPA307–368 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA325 g/km
2009CLKUP5.3 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive16 MPG (14.7 L/100 km) EPA345 g/km
2004–2006CLKUP2.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km
2004–2006CLKUP2.8 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km
2004–2006SIL2.8 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive20–21 MPG (11.2–11.8 L/100 km) EPA263–276 g/km
2004–2006SIL2.8 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
2004–2006SIL3.5 LPetrol5-speed manualRear-wheel drive17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA291–325 g/km
2004–2006SIL3.5 LPetrol5-speed manualFour- or all-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km
2004–2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticRear-wheel drive17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA291–325 g/km
2004–2006CLKUP3.5 LPetrol4-speed automaticFour- or all-wheel drive17–18 MPG (13.1–13.8 L/100 km) EPA307–325 g/km

Canada 13 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2008–2012Pickup truck: Small2.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.3–12.3 L/100 km 5-cycle260–283 g/km
2008–2012Pickup truck: Small2.9 LPetrol5-speed manual11.2–13.0 L/100 km 5-cycle258–299 g/km
2008–2012Pickup truck: Small3.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.4–15.6 L/100 km 5-cycle285–359 g/km
2009–2012Pickup truck: Small5.3 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.5–14.9 L/100 km 5-cycle311–343 g/km
2007–2008Pickup truck: Standard · Pickup truck: Small2.9 LPetrol5-speed manual12.1 L/100 km 5-cycle278 g/km
2007–2008Pickup truck: Standard · Pickup truck: Small3.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.3–14.0 L/100 km 5-cycle306–322 g/km
2007Pickup truck: Standard2.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.2–13.9 L/100 km 5-cycle304–320 g/km
2007Pickup truck: Standard2.9 LPetrol5-speed manual13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle304 g/km
2007Pickup truck: Standard3.7 LPetrol4-speed automatic15.2 L/100 km 5-cycle350 g/km
2004–2006Pickup truck: Standard2.8 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.8–13.9 L/100 km 5-cycle294–320 g/km
2005–2006Pickup truck: Standard2.8 LPetrol5-speed manual11.8–13.4 L/100 km 5-cycle271–308 g/km
2004–2006Pickup truck: Standard3.5 LPetrol5-speed manual12.7–13.3 L/100 km 5-cycle292–306 g/km
2004–2006Pickup truck: Standard3.5 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.5–13.8 L/100 km 5-cycle288–317 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.