The GMC Canyon is a midsize pickup with a crew cab that seats five, a 5.1-foot bed, and a turbocharged 2.7L engine. Every new 2026 Canyon at Starling GMC uses the same 310-horsepower TurboMax engine, so the choice comes down to trim, drivetrain, and how you plan to use the truck. This guide covers the specs, the differences between trims, towing numbers, and the questions we hear most from drivers in Saint Cloud, Kissimmee, and Poinciana. If you would rather step up in size, you can compare it with the full-size GMC Sierra 1500.
| Engine | 2.7L TurboMax turbocharged four-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Output | 310 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain | 2WD or 4WD on the Elevation; 4WD on the AT4, AT4X, and Denali |
| Cab and seating | Crew cab, seats up to five |
| Bed | 5.1 ft short bed (61.7 in at the floor), 41.9 cu ft |
| Max towing | Up to 7,700 lbs, depending on trim |
| Screens | 11.3-inch touchscreen and 11.0-inch digital driver display |
| EPA-estimated mpg (city/hwy/combined) | 2WD 19/23/20; 4WD 17/22/19; AT4X 17/17/17 |
| Warranty | 3 yr/36,000 mi bumper-to-bumper; 5 yr/60,000 mi powertrain |
Specifications from GMC’s official Canyon page and fueleconomy.gov. Fuel economy varies by drivetrain, tires, and driving conditions.
| Trim | Starting MSRP* | Max towing (lbs) | Max payload (lbs) | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | $38,900 | 7,700 | 1,670 (2WD) / 1,610 (4WD) | 2-inch factory lift, 18-inch gloss black wheels with all-terrain tires. Available MultiStow tailgate storage, heated seats, and sunroof. |
| AT4 | $45,500 | 7,700 | 1,570 | Standard 4WD, automatic locking rear differential, two-speed transfer case, 9.6 in of ground clearance. |
| AT4X | $57,300 | 6,000 | 1,260 | 3-inch lift, Multimatic DSSV dampers, front and rear electronic locking differentials, Baja mode, 10.7 in of ground clearance. |
| Denali | $53,300 | 7,700 | 1,390 | Jet Black interior with Teak accents, perforated leather, head-up display, Bose 7-speaker audio, 20-inch wheels. |
*Starting MSRP as listed on gmc.com for the 2026 model year. It excludes destination freight, taxes, title, and fees. Towing and payload are maximums that depend on equipment; see GMC’s towing and payload specs.
The Elevation is the entry point, with a 2-inch factory lift, 18-inch gloss black wheels with all-terrain tires, and a choice of 2WD or 4WD. The AT4 adds standard 4WD with an automatic locking rear differential and a two-speed transfer case for trail use. The AT4X goes further with a 3-inch factory lift, Multimatic DSSV dampers, front and rear electronic locking differentials, and a Baja drive mode, and it gives up some towing capacity in return. The Denali is the comfort-focused trim, with a Jet Black interior with Teak accents, perforated leather seating, a 6.3-inch head-up display, and a Bose 7-speaker audio system. All four use the same 310-horsepower TurboMax engine. GMC lists the full off-road hardware for the AT4 and AT4X on its Canyon AT4 and AT4X page.
The Elevation, AT4, and Denali are rated to tow up to 7,700 pounds, the AT4X up to 6,000 pounds, and the AT4X AEV Edition up to 5,500 pounds. These are maximums that depend on how the truck is equipped. Tongue weight, which GMC recommends at 10 to 15 percent of the trailer’s total weight, counts against the truck’s payload, so the passengers and gear you carry reduce what you can pull. That range covers many boats, personal watercraft, and utility trailers, and the ProGrade Trailering System and HD rear vision camera with Hitch View help with hookup. GMC publishes the rating for each trim in its Canyon towing and payload specs, and our team can confirm the rating for the exact truck you are considering.
Every 2026 Canyon uses one engine, a 2.7L TurboMax turbocharged four-cylinder that makes 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 19 city, 23 highway, and 20 combined mpg for the 2WD Elevation, 17 city, 22 highway, and 19 combined mpg for the 4WD Elevation, AT4, and Denali, and 17 mpg in all three categories for the AT4X. Your results will vary with tires, load, and driving conditions, and you can compare configurations on fueleconomy.gov.
The Canyon is a crew cab that seats up to five. The short bed is 5.1 feet long (61.7 inches at the floor) and holds 41.9 cubic feet of cargo. Available bed features include the MultiStow tailgate storage system with a drain and a bed-mounted 120-volt outlet. Up front, the cabin offers 40.3 inches of headroom and 45.2 inches of legroom.
Every Canyon has an 11.3-inch center touchscreen, an 11.0-inch digital driver display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, an HD rear vision camera with Hitch View, and an Off-Road Performance Display. Camera coverage grows with the trim: up to 8 views on the Elevation, and up to 10 views on the AT4X and Denali, which add underbody cameras. The Denali also includes a wireless charging pad and the 6.3-inch head-up display. Available equipment varies by trim, so check the window sticker of the truck you are looking at.
The AT4X AEV Edition is a version of the AT4X developed with American Expedition Vehicles. GMC lists 12.2 inches of ground clearance, five AEV hot-stamped boron steel skid plates, and approach, departure, and breakover angles of 38.2, 26.0, and 26.9 degrees, with towing rated up to 5,500 pounds. The standard AT4X has 10.7 inches of clearance and a 37.1-degree approach angle. Details are on GMC’s AT4X AEV page, and you can ask our team about current availability.
The Canyon is the more compact of the two, which many drivers in Saint Cloud, Kissimmee, and Poinciana find easier for parking lots, garages, and tight neighborhood streets. The GMC Sierra 1500 is the full-size step up, with more towing and hauling headroom. If you regularly tow or haul near the Canyon’s limits, compare it with the Sierra 1500 or, for heavy-duty work, the GMC Sierra HD.
GMC’s new vehicle limited warranty includes bumper-to-bumper coverage for 3 years or 36,000 miles, powertrain coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles, and rust-through protection for 6 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Terms can vary by vehicle, so review the coverage that applies to the specific truck on GMC’s warranty page.
Pricing starts at a $38,900 MSRP for the 2026 Elevation and rises by trim, options, and destination freight. Current offers are listed on our new vehicle specials page. You can get pre-qualified with Capital One with no impact to your credit score, and value your trade online before you visit. Drivers from Kissimmee, Poinciana, and the rest of Osceola County can stop by our Saint Cloud store at 1001 E Highway 192, or reach the sales team at (321) 284-8127.
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