Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
14 -18 City / 19 -24 HWY
Horsepower
185 -300
Seats
3 -6
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Amy M
The vehicle uses very little gasoline and can fit almost anywhere .
The car runs very smoothly and the steering wheel moves easily. It requires very little gasoline and can be filled out with around $15. It can be connected to your phone and answering or denying calls comes at ease. This car has enough space for 5 people but is at the same time small size.
accountCircle Glad H
Neat truck and everyone comments on its looks and style.
I love my truck it rides nice and drives nice has room for up to 5 people low maintenance and good on gas do not want to trade it in since it has given me no problems at all oil changes and tires are all I have done to it looking forward to another 100, 000 miles with it.
accountCircle Linda B
Excellent daily driver that's good on gas for a truck.
Very good on gas. Is 4wd and never see gets stuck in the snow. It has been dependable for trips both near and far. The bed could be longer, but it works for us.
accountCircle Vicki M
Very dependable vehicle, old school made GMC
They don't make trucks like this baby any more!!! Love the work look of it and the basic interior design
accountCircle Sarah H
Don't sit in my blind spot, it's bigger than you would think and I am always on cruise control so if you want to pass it's all on you.
I love that it can carry a lot of stuff and up to 4 people comfortably. I don't like the turning radius, it sucks and there are larger blind spots than in my old small car. It has good acceleration and is comfortable to drive or ride in.
accountCircle Angela L
It's been through quite a bit. It has been pretty reliable despite the issues it has.
I love my truck for the most part, but it is getting older and needs some work. The ac doesn't always work, and I have had a few minor fender benders. I love the size of a truck though.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Angela L
It's been through quite a bit. It has been pretty reliable despite the issues it has.
I love my truck for the most part, but it is getting older and needs some work. The ac doesn't always work, and I have had a few minor fender benders. I love the size of a truck though.

GMC Canyon Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Work Truck
185-242 HP 16-20 MPG 5 Seats
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Base
242 HP 16-17 MPG 3 Seats
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3VL
185 HP 17-20 MPG 6 Seats
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SLE3
300 HP 21-21 MPG 6 Seats
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SLE1
242-300 HP 16-17 MPG 6 Seats
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SLE2
242-300 HP 16-17 MPG 6 Seats
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SLT
242-300 HP 16-17 MPG 6 Seats
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2009 GMC Canyon Owner Reviews

4.50
6 Reviews
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5 stars 67%
4 stars 17%
3 stars 17%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Vicki M on August 9, 2020
Very dependable vehicle, old school made GMC
They don't make trucks like this baby any more!!! Love the work look of it and the basic interior design
accountCircle Glad H on October 6, 2019
Neat truck and everyone comments on its looks and style.
I love my truck it rides nice and drives nice has room for up to 5 people low maintenance and good on gas do not want to trade it in since it has given me no problems at all oil changes and tires are all I have done to it looking forward to another 100, 000 miles with it.

Ranks #4 Compact Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2009 GMC Canyon has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #4 of 8 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

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4.68
2
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4.67
3
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4.52
4
Tie
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4.5

Ranks #2 Compact Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2009 GMC Canyon has a combined MPG of 24 which ranks it #2 of 9 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

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26 MPG
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24 MPG
3
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23 MPG

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GMC Canyon Problems

Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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Moderate Overlap Front

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Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety