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2016 GMC Canyon

4 trims · 17 configurations · Truck (Extended Cab), Truck (Crew Cab)

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$16,988

126 for sale · Starting MSRP $20,955 – $38,110

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Key specifications

NHTSA safety

★★★★☆

4 / 5 overall

Frontal (driver)★★★★★
Frontal (passenger)★★★★☆
Side (driver)★★★★★
Side (passenger)★★★★★
Rollover★★★☆☆

Source: NHTSA · 4 recalls on record

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Pricing

How much should you pay for the GMC Canyon? Select a trim to update purchase and lease estimates, then shop live inventory.

MSRP by trim

Select a trim to update the payment estimates. MSRP is for each trim's base configuration and excludes destination, taxes, and options.

Purchase information

Based on SL

Total price (SL MSRP)

$20,955

Typical monthly

$415/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2016 GMC Canyon trims

  • SL

    MSRP
    $20,955
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    19/26
    Horsepower
    200 hp
    Torque
    191 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    2
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    3,500 lbs

  • Base

    4 configurations

    MSRP
    $23,310 – $28,595
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    19/26
    Horsepower
    200 hp
    Torque
    191 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    7,000 lbs

  • SLE

    6 configurations

    MSRP
    $27,305 – $35,020
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    20/27
    Horsepower
    200 hp
    Torque
    191 lb-ft
    Engine
    2.5L I4 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    7,000 lbs

  • SLT

    6 configurations

    MSRP
    $31,540 – $38,110
    Fuel economy (city/hwy)
    18/26
    Horsepower
    305 hp
    Torque
    269 lb-ft
    Engine
    3.6L V6 gas
    Seating
    4
    Drivetrain
    RWD
    Cargo (cu ft)
    —
    Max towing
    7,000 lbs

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type
SLgas
Basegas
SLEgas
SLTgas
Fuel type
SLregular unleaded
Baseregular unleaded
SLEregular unleaded
SLTregular unleaded
Cylinders
SLI4
BaseI4
SLEI4
SLTV6
Displacement
SL2.5 L
Base2.5 L
SLE2.5 L
SLT3.6 L
Horsepower
SL200 hp
Base200 hp
SLE200 hp
SLT305 hp
Torque
SL191 lb-ft
Base191 lb-ft
SLE191 lb-ft
SLT269 lb-ft
Transmission
SL6-speed manual
Base6-speed manual
SLE6-speed shiftable automatic
SLT6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain
SLrear wheel drive
Baserear wheel drive
SLErear wheel drive
SLTrear wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type
SLTruck (Extended Cab)
BaseTruck (Extended Cab)
SLETruck (Extended Cab)
SLTTruck (Extended Cab)
Doors
SL4
Base4
SLE4
SLT4
Seating
SL2
Base4
SLE4
SLT4
Length
SL212.4 in
Base212.4 in
SLE212.4 in
SLT212.4 in
Width
SL74.3 in
Base74.3 in
SLE74.3 in
SLT74.3 in
Height
SL70.4 in
Base70.4 in
SLE70.4 in
SLT70.4 in
Wheelbase
SL128.3 in
Base128.3 in
SLE128.3 in
SLT128.3 in
Ground clearance
SL8.4 in
Base8.4 in
SLE8.4 in
SLT8.4 in

Capacity & weight

Max towing
SL3,500 lbs
Base7,000 lbs
SLE7,000 lbs
SLT7,000 lbs
Max payload
SL1,450 lbs
Base1,450 lbs
SLE1,410 lbs
SLT1,500 lbs
Curb weight
SL3,920 lbs
Base3,920 lbs
SLE3,960 lbs
SLT4,170 lbs
Fuel tank
SL21 gal
Base21 gal
SLE21 gal
SLT21 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG
SL22
Base22
SLE22
SLT21
City MPG
SL19
Base19
SLE20
SLT18
Highway MPG
SL26
Base26
SLE27
SLT26

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2016 GMC Canyon FAQ

How much does the 2016 GMC Canyon cost?
The 2016 GMC Canyon has a starting MSRP of $20,955, ranging up to $38,110 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes SL from $20,955; Base from $23,310; SLE from $27,305; SLT from $31,540. Live listings on OpenDealer currently start at $16,988.
What is the fuel economy of the 2016 GMC Canyon?
The 2016 GMC Canyon achieves up to 22 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much can the 2016 GMC Canyon tow?
The 2016 GMC Canyon has a maximum towing capacity of up to 7,700 pounds, depending on trim and equipment.
Is the 2016 GMC Canyon safe?
The 2016 GMC Canyon earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year; check the recalls section for details.
How many trims does the 2016 GMC Canyon come in?
The 2016 GMC Canyon is available in 4 trims (17 total configurations) across Truck (Extended Cab) and Truck (Crew Cab) body styles with rear wheel drive, four wheel drive.