2018 GMC Canyon

Both GM’s Chevrolet and GMC divisions share many similar but moderately restyled vehicles wearing different nameplates, including the Canyon and its Chevy iteration, the Colorado. Both are smaller and less capable than their full-size GMC Sierra and Chevy Silverado counterparts, but, for many pickup buyers, they’re the ideal size for their needs.

Either extended or crew cab versions can be ordered with a 2.5-liter four-cylinder or a 3.6-liter V-6. There’s also a 2.8-liter I-4 turbo-diesel on the option sheet. That engine produces 181 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, which makes it the go-to powerplant when hauling payloads up to 1,800 pounds or trailering up to 3,500 pounds.

Of the four Canyon trim levels, the premium Canyon Denali displays a unique grille plus plenty of added content inside and out. Models equipped with the 4x4 system are available with an off-road suspension package, locking rear differential, all-terrain rubber, automatic transmission and hill-descent control.

There are, of course, a plethora of available extras including leather seats (heated in front) and a factory-installed spray-on bed liner. Forward-collision alert and lane-departure warning can also be added.

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