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GMC Canyon MPG

Its best-rated version reaches 25 MPG combined in 2016–2018, the diesel Canyon 2WD. Its weakest year peaked at 20 MPG (2007–2009 and 2023–2026).

GMC Canyon: best and lowest EPA combined MPG of its versions, model years 2004–20261015202530MPG200720232004201020152020202625 MPG peaklowest peak 20GMC Canyon: best and lowest EPA combined MPG by model year1015202530MPG20042006200820102012201620182020202220242026peak 25
lowest to best versionbest versionmedian of its classengine list turned over
750.0 gal

a year at 15,000 miles for the best 2026 version, the Canyon 2WD. Put it next to its 2004 predecessor, at your own mileage.

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The GMC Canyon has EPA ratings for 21 model years, 2004–2026, most often among small pickup trucks. It shared or held the spot of the most fuel-efficient GMC nameplate in 2004–2007 and 2017; in 2007 the GMC Acadia came next.

No other GMC nameplate rated lower than the Canyon in 2023–2026 (in 2026, the GMC Acadia was next lowest).

Among 12 standard pickup trucks, 2026

The Canyon placed 11th. The class leader was the Chevrolet Silverado at 25 MPG. The next higher rating, 21 MPG, is shared by three nameplates.

Best EPA combined MPG of each of the 12 standard pickup trucks rated for 20261820222426Canyon 20median 22SilveradoBest EPA combined MPG of each of the 12 standard pickup trucks rated for 20261820222426Canyon 20median 22

Where the engine list turned over

  • 2007

    New: 2.9-liter 4-cylinder, 3.7-liter 5-cylinder. Best rating 21 → 20 MPG.

  • 2023

    New: 2.7-liter 4-cylinder. Best rating 23 → 20 MPG.

Powertrains under the name

  • Gasoline

    Rated in 2004–2012 and 2015–2026.

  • Diesel

    Rated in 2016–2022.

All 21 model years, best and lowest version
Model yearsBest versionCombinedCity / hwyLowest versionVersions
2026Canyon 2WD2019 / 23165
2025Canyon 2WD2019 / 23164
2024Canyon 2WD2019 / 23165
2023Canyon 2WD2018 / 23164
2022Canyon 2WD diesel2320 / 30196
2021Canyon 2WD diesel2320 / 30186
2020Canyon 2WD diesel2320 / 30196
2019Canyon 2WD diesel2320 / 30158
2017–2018Canyon 2WD diesel2522 / 30158
2016Canyon 2WD diesel2522 / 30168
2015Canyon 2WD2220 / 26166
2010–2012Canyon 2WD2118 / 251616
2009Canyon 2WD2018 / 241616
2007–2008Canyon 2WD2018 / 241512
2006Canyon Crew Cab 2WD2118 / 251716
2004–2005Canyon 2WD2118 / 241714

Version names in the EPA list: Canyon 2WD, Canyon 4WD, Canyon AT4X 4WD, Canyon AT4X AEV 4WD, Canyon Cab Chassis 2WD, Canyon Cab Chassis Inc 2WD, Canyon Cab Chassis Inc 4WD, Canyon Crew Cab 2WD, Canyon Crew Cab 4WD, Canyon Mud Terrain Tires 4WD.

Same class, 2026

Chevrolet Silverado25 MPGNissan Frontier21 MPGJeep Gladiator19 MPG

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