GMC Canyon vs RAM 1500
Overview | |
MSRP$36,900 | MSRP$40,275 |
Average price$37,120 | Average price$38,587 |
Listings775 | Listings10193 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews Summary2023 marks the third generation of GMC's midsize pickup truck. The first-generation Canyon arrived for the 2004 model year as a replacement for the compact GMC Sonoma, and after a short hiatus a second-generation Canyon was introduced as a 2015 model. Throughout, the Canyon has been a twin of the Chevrolet Colorado, with only a few differences to distinguish the ostensibly upscale GMC from its working-class sibling. That changes for 2023. The new Canyon is once again based on the Colorado, sharing the Chevy's body-on-frame platform, powertrain, and tech features. This time around, though, the Canyon is further distinguished from the Colorado by skipping some of the Chevy's entry-level features. That will raise the out-the-door price of a 2023 Canyon, but it's in keeping with the truck's positioning above the Colorado. The Canyon is once again available in the base Elevation, luxury Denali, and off-road-oriented AT4 grades familiar to owners of the outgoing model. For 2023, GMC also adds a Canyon AT4X model that dials up the off-road capability. We drove it, as well as the Elevation and AT4 models, to see if this redesign is really an improvement. | |
Reviews SummaryThere's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.7L 310 hp I4 | Engine |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity6 |
Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City18 | MPG City |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.7L 310 hp I4 | Engine Name3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque430 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity6 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length61.7 in | Bed Length76.3 in |
Curb Weight4430 lbs | Curb Weight4771 lbs |
Height79.8 in | Height77.5 in |
Length213.2 in | Length228.4 in |
Width84.4 in | Width81.2 in |
Wheelbase131.0 in | Wheelbase140.6 in |
Maximum Payload1640 lbs | Maximum Payload2300 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity12750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Standard Towing Capacity7690 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $36,900 | $40,275 |
Average price | $37,120 | $38,587 |
Listings | 10193 Shop all listings | |
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.5 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | 2023 marks the third generation of GMC's midsize pickup truck. The first-generation Canyon arrived for the 2004 model year as a replacement for the compact GMC Sonoma, and after a short hiatus a second-generation Canyon was introduced as a 2015 model. Throughout, the Canyon has been a twin of the Chevrolet Colorado, with only a few differences to distinguish the ostensibly upscale GMC from its working-class sibling. That changes for 2023. The new Canyon is once again based on the Colorado, sharing the Chevy's body-on-frame platform, powertrain, and tech features. This time around, though, the Canyon is further distinguished from the Colorado by skipping some of the Chevy's entry-level features. That will raise the out-the-door price of a 2023 Canyon, but it's in keeping with the truck's positioning above the Colorado. The Canyon is once again available in the base Elevation, luxury Denali, and off-road-oriented AT4 grades familiar to owners of the outgoing model. For 2023, GMC also adds a Canyon AT4X model that dials up the off-road capability. We drove it, as well as the Elevation and AT4 models, to see if this redesign is really an improvement. | There's a new super-luxe trim joining the perennial favorites. There's lots and lots of new tech, including a hands-free driver-assistance system. There are new powertrain options, bringing more power at better efficiency. And we're told we can expect the fully electric Ram 1500 REV and plug-in hybrid Ram 1500 Ramcharger soon, too. Verdict: The full-size truck market just seems to get more and more competitive every year, and Ram just brought its offering back up to the front of the pack. Whether it will stay there another five years remains to be seen, but this update has certainly proven the brand is motivated to fight. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.7L 310 hp I4 | |
Drive Train | 4X2 | |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5600 rpm | |
MPG City | 18 | |
MPG Highway | 23 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.7L 310 hp I4 | 3.6L 305 hp V6 |
Torque | 430 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 271 lb-ft @ 4900 rpm |
Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5600 rpm | 305 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | |
MPG Highway | 23 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 61.7 in | 76.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4430 lbs | 4771 lbs |
Height | 79.8 in | 77.5 in |
Length | 213.2 in | 228.4 in |
Width | 84.4 in | 81.2 in |
Wheelbase | 131.0 in | 140.6 in |
Maximum Payload | 1640 lbs | 2300 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7700 lbs | 12750 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7690 lbs |
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