Other options include an electrochromic inside rearview mirror with an integrated compass and outside temperature gauge, plus heated leather front power bucket seats. Canyon also comes with an AM/FM audio system but the CD is optional.
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| The Canyon is one stunning pickup truck, and should be a strong player in its market segment. (Photo: General Motors) |
And what about hauling? The Canyon offers the option of a 1,829 mm (72 inch) or a 1,524 mm (60 inch) cargo box, the latter being shorter due to the extra space taken up by the Crew Cab's longer passenger compartment. Also, a two-tier loading and a locking tailgate is standard.
As I said before, I think the Canyon is one stunning pickup truck. Most likely it drives well too, GM once again being good at building light trucks, making it a strong player in a market segment that is starting to show bigger signs of growth than it has experienced in recent years.
Specifications:
- Price Range (MSRP):$17,195 - $29,290 (not including all options)
- Body Type: 2-door pick-up, 4-door pick-up, ladder frame
- Layout: front engine, AWD
- Engine: 175 hp, 185 lb-ft, 2.8-L, 16-valve DOHC I-4
- Opt Engine: 220 hp, 225 lb-ft, 3.5-L, 20-valve DOHC I-5
- Transmission: 5-spd manual (4-spd auto)
- Brakes (front/rear): disc/drum, ABS
- Curb Weight (min / max): 1,523 - 1,819 kg (3,351 4,002 lbs)
- Bed Length (crew cab/regular and extra): 1,549 - 1,854 mm (73.0 - 61.0 in)
- Ground Clearance: 160 - 236 mm (6.4 - 9.3 in)
- Towing Capacity: 590 - 1,814 kg (1,300 - 4,000 lbs)
- Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 13.2 / 8.7 L/100 km (21 / 32 mpg)
- Warranty (mo/km): 36/60,000 comprehensive
- Direct Competitors: Chevy Colorado, Dodge Dakota, Ford Ranger / Explorer Sport Trac, Mazda B-Series, Nissan Frontier, Toyota Tacoma
- Web Site: www.gmcanada.com
