2021 GMC Canyon Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2021 GMC Canyon (18–23 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 4-cyl, 2.5 L; 6-cyl, 3.6 L; 4-cyl, 2.8 L
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline, Diesel
- Combined MPG
- 18–23 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,050–$4,350
- Configurations
- 6
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-cyl 2.8 L · Diesel · 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 28 | 22 | $4,350 | 455 g/mi |
| 4-cyl 2.8 L · Diesel · Rear-Wheel Drive | 20 | 30 | 23 | $4,150 | 435 g/mi |
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 | 431 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.6 L · Regular Gasoline · 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 | 494 g/mi |
| 4-cyl 2.5 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 25 | 22 | $3,050 | 413 g/mi |
| 6-cyl 3.6 L · Regular Gasoline · Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 | 424 g/mi |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canyon 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 25 | 22 | $3,050 |
| Canyon 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.8 | Diesel | 20 | 30 | 23 | $4,150 |
| Canyon 2WD | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6 | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Canyon 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.5 | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 24 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Canyon 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 4 | 2.8 | Diesel | 19 | 28 | 22 | $4,350 |
| Canyon 4WD | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 8-spd | 6 | 3.6 | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2021 GMC Canyon?
According to EPA data, the 2021 GMC Canyon is rated at 18–23 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2021 GMC Canyon have?
The EPA data lists 4 and 6 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2021 GMC Canyon use?
It is offered with Regular Gasoline and Diesel.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2021 GMC Canyon?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $3,050 to $4,350.