In short, the Canyon was designed to do what small pickups do most: Carry people and occasionally haul heavy loads in the bed. On the highway, the Canyon feels solid and stable. Even the Z71, the off-road model, seems remarkably civilized, and the ZQ8 suspension package emphasizes sporty handling on paved roads.
Yet the GMC Canyon is a serious truck capable of serious duty. Properly equipped, the Canyon is rated to tow 4,000 pounds, enough for transporting ATVs, dirt bikes, personal watercraft, light boats or small camping trailers. If you tow more than that, then you do need a full-size truck. But most people don't.
Of course, all of the above is equally true of the nearly identical Chevy Colorado. So why buy the GMC? Because GMC trucks just plain dress better: Think Dockers and golf shirts instead of blue jeans and tees. The prices are often so close that opting for the GMC is easily justified. Next Page