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GMC Canyon vs Subaru Baja

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2027 GMC Canyon

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2006 Subaru Baja

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Overview

SpecGMC CanyonElevationSubaru BajaSport
Selected trimElevationSport
Body styleTruck (Crew Cab)Truck (Crew Cab)
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20272006

Pricing & market

SpecGMC CanyonElevationSubaru BajaSport
MSRP$39,200$22,495 (best)
Lowest listing price$31,270 (best)—
Median listing price$40,270 (best)—
Highest listing price$47,650 (best)—
For sale now3 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecGMC CanyonElevationSubaru BajaSport
Combined MPG—22 MPG (best)
City MPG—20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG—26 MPG (best)
Fuel tank21.4 gal (best)16.9 gal

Performance

SpecGMC CanyonElevationSubaru BajaSport
Horsepower—165 hp (best)
Torque—166 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2.7 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersI4flat 4

Size & capability

SpecGMC CanyonElevationSubaru BajaSport
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume—77.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,700 lbs (best)2,400 lbs
Payload1,670 lbs (best)—
Curb weight4,410 lbs3,610 lbs (best)
Ground clearance9.6 in (best)8.4 in
Wheelbase131 in (best)104.3 in
Length213.2 in (best)193.3 in
Width72.4 in (best)70.1 in
Height79.8 in (best)65.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecGMC CanyonElevationSubaru BajaSport
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)9

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.

TrimGMC CanyonSubaru Baja
1

Elevation

$39,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$22,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Elevation

$42,500 MSRP

Sport

$23,295 MSRP

3

AT4

$45,800 MSRP

Turbo

$24,595 MSRP

4

Denali

$53,600 MSRP

Turbo

$25,595 MSRP

5

AT4X

$57,600 MSRP

Turbo

$27,495 MSRP

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GMC Canyon vs Subaru Baja FAQ

Which is better: 2027 GMC Canyon or 2006 Subaru Baja?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 GMC Canyon vs 2006 Subaru Baja on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 GMC Canyon or 2006 Subaru Baja?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Subaru Baja starts lower at $22,495. Live GMC Canyon listings start at $31,270.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 GMC Canyon or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,495).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 GMC Canyon or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 GMC Canyon or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on horsepower in this comparison (210).
Which has better seats: 2027 GMC Canyon or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2027 GMC Canyon leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 GMC Canyon or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2027 GMC Canyon leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,700).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 GMC Canyon vs 2006 Subaru Baja?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Baja (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).