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GMC Canyon

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description GMC Canyon Overview

The GMC Canyon is a mid-size pickup truck manufactured by General Motors, introduced for the 2004 model year as a successor to the GMC Sonoma. It shares its platform and underlying architecture with the Chevrolet Colorado but is typically positioned with more premium styling and trim options. The truck is offered in various configurations, including extended and crew cab body styles with either rear-wheel or four-wheel drive. It serves consumers and commercial buyers who require a smaller, more maneuverable alternative to full-size pickup trucks for towing, hauling, and off-road use.

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When did General Motors introduce the current generation of the GMC Canyon?

General Motors launched the highly redesigned third generation of the GMC Canyon for the 2023 model year. This generation shifted entirely to a mid-size truck focus, dropping the old 4-cylinder diesel engine for a turbocharged gas engine.

What engine comes standard in the modern GMC Canyon?

The current generation GMC Canyon features a standard 2.7-liter Turbo High-Output four-cylinder engine. This engine produces 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.

Does the GMC Canyon offer an off-road focused trim like the Ford Ranger Raptor?

Yes, GMC offers the AT4X trim on the Canyon to compete with off-road trucks like the Ford Ranger Raptor. The Canyon AT4X includes Multimatic shocks, 33-inch tires, and front skid plates for extreme trail use.

Did the GMC Canyon ever come with a Duramax diesel engine?

Yes, the second-generation GMC Canyon (model years 2016 to 2022) offered a 2.8-liter Duramax turbo-diesel engine. It was popular for towing, but GMC discontinued the diesel option when the third generation launched in 2023.

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