Used 2020 GMC Canyon Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2020 Canyon, so we've included reviews for other years of the Canyon since its last redesign.
Better than all the rivals
M. Levine, 02/23/2020
updated 03/01/2022
2020 GMC Canyon Denali 4dr Crew Cab SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
28 of 28 people found this review helpful
This truck is actually fun to drive. Adequate power from the V6, Nice brakes and steering that actually gives feedback. The interior although a bit dated is nice enough. I previously owned a 2016 Colorado but stepped up to the Canyon. All in all a great truck!
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2020 Canyon All-Terrain 4x4
Kovich, 03/06/2020
updated 09/10/2020
2020 GMC Canyon All Terrain 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB w/Cloth (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
41 of 43 people found this review helpful
After intensively researching new midsize trucks, I felt it was clear that the Colorado/Canyon twins were the best options (although I prefer the "truckier" front end of the Canyon). The V6/8 speed combo works fantastically well together in the city and on the highway-- it never feels out of breath, even in steep mountain driving. The Canyon drives and handles much smaller than it is-- making it very livable in parking garages and street parking-- and ride quality is superb for a truck. After owning the truck for 7 months now, I'm impressed to note that it gets 20-21 mpg in mostly city driving. That's better mileage than the V6-powered midsize car it replaced. Get one. You'll love it.
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2019 Crew Cab long box SLT
Michael, 10/15/2019
updated 04/22/2022
2019 GMC Canyon SLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD LB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful
I've had my Canyon for three months and I love it. I was driving a 2012 Sierra, but I was looking for something easier to maneuver and park and the Canyon is much better in that respect. Also, I'm not getting any younger, so I like the lower step in height. I will say that finding a Canyon configured like I wanted was quite a journey. Maybe 90% of the crew cab models have the short 5 foot box, and I wanted the 6 foot box. Plus I don't like black leather interiors, and nearly all have black. I was considering a factory order, but I finally found an emerald blue SLT 4WD with cocoa dune leather 350 miles away in a small town in Ohio. I really enjoy driving this truck! The ride is quiet and smooth, computer is showing 23 mpg. The V6 can really move. I'm impressed with the build quality. Seats are very comfortable, and the back seat area is roomy too. Much easier to park than my old truck, and its great in heavy traffic. The dash is laid out logically, with knobs where they are supposed to be on things that are supposed to have knobs. I don't have to hunt through a maze of buttons like I do with my wife's SUV. If I had to hunt for some gripes, here they are. Keep in mind that I consider these minor design issues. Rear view mirror visibility is limited with a small rear window. About half the view is the inside of the tailgate. Of course having a long bed contributes to that but the large screen HD back up camera helps a lot. The large front air dam is a little unsightly and limits ground clearance, but I don't plan on doing much off-roading anyway. Also, the way the hood is stamped, there is a surface that slopes back downward toward the windshield. This can result in some sun glare even if the sun is at a relatively high angle. Finally, the spare tire seems to be mounted so that most of it shows from the side. Great truck, I highly recommend it. UPDATE: After 15 months and 32000 miles, everything is fine. I have been on several 1000+ mile trips, rides smooth. Haven't towed anything yet. Update 4/22/22: now at 54,000 miles, original tires still look great. Had an issue with the transmission shuddering at highway speeds. Took it in to the GM dealer about 4 months ago, they said it was a known problem and a TSB bulletin had been issued by GM. The torque converter was not locking in properly due to the viscosity of the transmission fluid. The fluid was changed out and it's run perfectly ever since. I get a lot of compliments on the truck, especially the color and the combination of crew cab with a long box. Blue Emerald Metallic was offered only in 2019 and 2020 I believe.
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Reliability, thumbs down
BeeDee, 10/18/2020
2020 GMC Canyon All Terrain 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB w/Cloth (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful
Liked the vehicle a lot initially, great off road manners other than the low front air dam, which can be removed. But it threw a rod @ 5000 miles during normal highway driving, getting jerked around by GM with the truck at a dealer 800 miles from my home, ordering a new engine.
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Ready to trade in my 2020 Canyon
C.B., 06/08/2020
2020 GMC Canyon SLT 4dr Crew Cab SB (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
46 of 51 people found this review helpful
This truck is...disappointing. Mainly due to the glitchy electrical system. Radio issues, cruise control issues, power seat issues, shifting gear issues, and brake issues. And it is only 2 months old!!!