2023 GMC Canyon AT4 Crew Cab

The third-generation GMC Canyon midsize pickup is the posher (and pricier) corporate twin of the Chevy Colorado. Both were completely redesigned for 2023. The Canyon is powered by a 2.7-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine, mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission; the V6 and diesel options are gone. Like the Colorado, the Canyon is available only in a crew-cab, 5-feet-2-inch bed setup; the regular cab and long-bed options are history. Four-wheel drive is optional on the base trim and standard on the rest. There's a lot to like about the sharp-looking new Canyon: The engine delivers quick acceleration and plenty of power. The suspension damping provides a good-quality ride both on-road and off, and the brakes have plenty of stopping power. The stylish interior features upscale materials, excellent fit and finish, a standard 11.3-inch touch screen, and an intuitive infotainment system. Negatives are few but, in one instance, hard to excuse. The engine is noisy, with noticeable turbo lag and throttle surge; the headlights are controlled by the touch screen rather than a knob; back-seat headroom and legroom are limited; and back-seat entry and exit are awkward due to the lack of side steps. But the biggest negative is that forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, and lane-keeping assistance are the only standard advanced safety features. Four others are extra-cost options.