GMC Canyon vs Isuzu i-280
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Isuzu i-280
Overview
| Spec | GMC CanyonElevation | Isuzu i-280i-280 S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Elevation | i-280 S |
| Body style | Truck (Crew Cab) | Truck (Extended Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC CanyonElevation | Isuzu i-280i-280 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,900 | $16,989 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $16,988 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $44,619 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $61,439 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 126 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC CanyonElevation | Isuzu i-280i-280 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 19 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 21.4 gal (best) | 19.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC CanyonElevation | Isuzu i-280i-280 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 310 hp (best) | 175 hp |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft (best) | 185 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.7 L | 2.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC CanyonElevation | Isuzu i-280i-280 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats (best) | 3 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Towing capacity | 7,700 lbs (best) | 3,200 lbs |
| Payload | 1,670 lbs (best) | 1,532 lbs |
| Curb weight | 4,410 lbs | 3,446 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9.6 in (best) | 7.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 131 in (best) | 125.9 in |
| Length | 213.2 in (best) | 207.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in (best) | 67.6 in |
| Height | 79.8 in (best) | 66.5 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC CanyonElevation | Isuzu i-280i-280 S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 3 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | GMC Canyon | Isuzu i-280 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elevation $38,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | i-280 S $16,989 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Elevation $42,200 MSRP | i-280 LS $18,777 MSRP |
| 3 | AT4 $45,400 MSRP | — |
| 4 | Denali $53,000 MSRP | — |
| 5 | AT4X $57,200 MSRP | — |
Live inventory
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GMC Canyon vs Isuzu i-280 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 GMC Canyon or 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 GMC Canyon vs 2006 Isuzu i-280 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 GMC Canyon or 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Isuzu i-280 starts lower at $16,989. Live GMC Canyon listings start at $16,988.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 GMC Canyon or 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- The 2006 Isuzu i-280 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (16,989).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 GMC Canyon or 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- The 2006 Isuzu i-280 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 GMC Canyon or 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- The 2026 GMC Canyon leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
- Which has better seats: 2026 GMC Canyon or 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- The 2026 GMC Canyon leads on seats in this comparison (5).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 GMC Canyon or 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- The 2026 GMC Canyon leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 GMC Canyon vs 2006 Isuzu i-280?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: GMC Canyon (4/5 NHTSA overall).