2026 GMC Canyon — Full Specifications
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The 2026 GMC Canyon is a pickup powered by a 2.7L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine. Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 24 mpg (UK) / 20 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 19–24 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a GMC Canyon workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2025 GMC Canyon: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 24 mpg (UK) combined. The engine line-up listed by EPA is unchanged. It carries the same 4★ overall NHTSA rating.
Full Specifications
| Engine | 2.7L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic 8-spd |
| Fuel Type | Regular Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | Pickup |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 24 combined / 23 urban / 28 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 20 combined / 19 city / 23 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 275 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 3 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,350 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2026 GMC Canyon, all with the 2.7L 4-cyl turbo engine. Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 20 mpg (US), or 19 to 24 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 16 (16/16) | 350 | $4,200 |
| 2.7L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (19/23) | 275 | $3,350 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2026 GMC Canyon
Running Costs: 2026 GMC Canyon
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2026 GMC Canyon at 24 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,515 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2026 GMC Canyon Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2026 GMC Canyon as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 GMC Canyon. The most-reported areas are Power train (3), Steering (2), Unspecified (1). That is well below the median of 26 complaints across the 15 GMC Canyon model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2026 GMC Canyon
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Transmission & drivetrain (3 owner complaints) — On the test drive, watch for hesitation, jerking or slipping between gears and ask for transmission service history.
- Steering (2 owner complaints) — Check for play, noise or heavy steering, and ask whether any steering recall work was done.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the GMC Canyon compare to similar pickups? Pickups in our database average around 25 mpg (UK) combined — this model sits close to that average, within 1 mpg. Its 275 g/km CO₂ figure is 8 g/km lower than the 283 g/km average for pickups on this site. This comparison is based on 264 pickups in our dataset.
GMC models in our database average about 26 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2026 GMC Canyon's 24 mpg is 2 mpg below that make average.
Of the 15 GMC Canyon model years we cover, the 2026 ranks 12th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (24 mpg UK combined, against a high of 30 mpg). See every GMC Canyon year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2026 GMC Canyon have?
It's fitted with a 2.7L 4-cyl turbo regular gasoline engine, paired with a automatic 8-spd transmission.
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 GMC Canyon?
The most efficient configuration returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, or 20 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 19 to 24 mpg.
How much does the 2026 GMC Canyon cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2026 GMC Canyon have a good safety rating?
It holds an overall NHTSA rating of 4 stars, with 4 stars for frontal crash protection.
Does the 2026 GMC Canyon have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2026 GMC Canyon as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2026 GMC Canyon?
Among the 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Power train (3 complaints), Steering (2 complaints), Unspecified (1 complaint). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the GMC Canyon's fuel economy good for a pickup?
It returns around 24 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 25 mpg among the pickups we track.