2016 GMC Canyon | Read Owner Reviews, Prices, Specs

Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

17 -22 City / 24 -31 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

181 -305

Seats

2 -5

Positive Owner Reviews

Allen J

Great truck with plenty of power.

This truck handles well and get great gas mileage. The seats are comfortable. I like the 4 wheel drive feature to be able to set it in auto mode or full time 4-wheel drive or 2-wheel drive. There is lots of storage under the back seat. Having a v6 engine gives me all the power I need to pull a load also.

Linda L

Reliable and gets good gas mileage.

I really like my truck. It's roomy good on gas and very comfortable to drive long distance. I really like the media center with navigation screen. I live the camera for backing up.

Tracy S

Perfect size for just one person or a small family.

It rides super smooth, as well as, it is fairly cheap on gas. I like that it is a king cab version, as well, so that l am able to pick up my college aged daughter, her roommate and their belongings and still have room to ride comfortably.

Brett A

Work/family balanced vehicle.

This crew cab doesn't have a lot of pick up and go as a 4 cylinder but it is reliable and packs lots of room and storage into a gas friendly vehicle. I use it as a work truck for my tools and electrical equipment as well as my families beach and mountain vehicle on the weekends.

Peter L

GMC canyon 2016, surprisingly good on gas.

No big problems, however the LCD screen is susceptible to damage of its exposed to direct sunlight. Other than that, the truck runs fine, feels fine. Great on gas, and roomy for a guy who’s single and needs to drive friends around or haul something in the back.

Deborah S

I would definitely recommend this truck. It is sporty yet functional.

Drives very smoothly, very easy on turns and drives like a car but with convenience of a truck. Very dependable. Very sporty. I can go off reading in it, as well. It is just a beautiful truck inside and out. I never heard of a GMC canyon until I looked at the dealer lot and just fell IN love with it. One of the best vehicles I have ever owned. I have owned 2 GMC vehicles in past and they were great cars.

Tenia M

This is just the best all-around truck I have ever had I love it and I would recommend it to anybody

This is the prettiest truck I've ever had, I get so many compliments on it and it's very comfortable it's good on gas I love it

Robert F

GMC canyon the truck for those not needing a full-size truck.

Issue with reverse slipping into gear, besides that I love my car. Sensible gas mileage for a decent size truck with extreme comfort inside. The upgrades of the technology with Bluetooth for my phone is extremely nice while on the road. One thing I do wish is that the truck had a larger gas tank so I could avoid the amount of times I need to fill up.

Negative Owner Reviews

David H

It isn't powerful or roomy enough for a family of four.

There is no power in the engine. The bed is too short.

Veronica V

Comes with a hitch, so if you run out of room in the back of the truck.

No problems whatsoever. Very reliable. The comfort and features are having your seats warmed up, on a cold morning. Starting your vehicle using your key fob. While getting ready for work is a plus, the backseat is comfortable for the passengers. As well. The other great feature is the touch screen radio, with Sirius access. The Bose speakers provides great sound throughout the truck. Another feature is the short bed, great room for loading and unloading your items, as needs. The truck is excellent on gas, and runs very smooth. I am not happy with the color of my truck which is black.

Kathryn D

Not a lot of room in the cab. I feel confined.

Mechanically it is great. Back seat has little leg room. Cup holders are slanted so can only hold bottle sized cups with water tight kids. Doors do not open wide. Hard to get cargo in.

GMC Canyon Models

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

2WD SL

200 HP 22 MPG 2 Seats

2WD

305 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

4WD

200-305 HP 20-21 MPG 2-4 Seats

2WD SLE

181-305 HP 21-25 MPG 5 Seats

2WD SLT

181-305 HP 21-25 MPG 5 Seats

4WD SLE

181-305 HP 20-23 MPG 5 Seats

4WD SLT

181-305 HP 20-23 MPG 5 Seats

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2016 GMC Canyon Owner Reviews

4.52

60 Reviews

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4 stars

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3 stars

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Christine B on June 20, 2021

We love our 2016 GMC canyon.

My GMC is great for all weather! We live in WNY and it gets around great on the winter. Has enough room for 4 grown adults and still comfy too! My husband bought this truck for himself but I have taken it over. I feel safe in it, I feel more in control than in my SUV.

Shannon L on March 28, 2021

Good reliable pickup easy to get around

It's a little bit small for long vacations. The seats aren't as comfortable as The sierra either. It would be tight for 5 passengers to. It makes around 23 miles per gallon which is about the same as the sierra 1500. But it runs good and seems to be a well built pickup.

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Pros from Owners

Bonita A.

Gets good gas mileage. Minimal blind spots allowing security in heavy traffic. Seat goes high allowing shorter drivers to see well.Dependable. Sporty looking. Seats are comfortable. Backup camera allows for safer backup.

Jason T.

I bought this truck because I needed better fuel economy on a smaller frame. I was driving 90 miles a day for work. The diesel engine was the perfect solution. Getting around 28 mpg was amazing. Ride is good. Solid construction.

Cons from Owners

Bonita A.

I didn't get the phone controls on steering wheel which I regret, no fault of the truck it was my choice. Short bed does not allow for hauling large items. Grey interior and cloth seats hard to keep clean.

Jason T.

Due to being the first generation diesel there were a few issues with the def tank and filter. Luckily it happened before the 35000 mile warranty came up. The passenger seats can be uncomfortable after a longer drive.

Ranks #3 Compact Pickup Trucks by Owners

The 2016 GMC Canyon has an average owner rating of 4.52 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 4 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

1

2016 Toyota Tacoma

4.56

2

2016 Chevrolet Colorado

4.54

3

2016 GMC Canyon

4.52

Ranks #1 Compact Pickup Trucks by Fuel Economy

The 2016 GMC Canyon has a combined MPG of 26 which ranks it #1 of 4 other Compact Pickup Trucks.

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2016 GMC Canyon

26 MPG

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Tie

2016 Chevrolet Colorado

26 MPG

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2016 Toyota Tacoma

23 MPG

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2016 GMC Canyon v6 oil capacity?

Answer: The 2016 GMC Canyon v6 uses SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 6 quarts. Oil is important because it is a lubricant for the engine parts, it helps protect the emission system, and it can enhance...

What's the 2016 GMC Canyon jack location?

Answer: The 2016 GMC Canyon is equipped with a jack stored behind the rear passenger side seat. To access fold down the rear seatback and remove a cover in a recessed area. The Canyon's jack should be found under the...

What are some of the 2016 GMC Canyon stabilitrak problems?

Answer: If the 2016 GMC Canyon has issues with the StabiliTrak, otherwise known as the electronic stability control module, then it can experience a couple of things. The most common one is having the check engine...

How many quarts of oil does the 2016 GMC Canyon take?

Answer: The 2016 GMC Canyon takeS5 quarts of oil. Your oil needs to be changed eventually. Every 5,000 to 10,000 miles is a good rule of thumb. If You don't change it, there will be problems with the engine. Having...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2016 GMC Canyon Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs