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Fuel economy details

GMC Canyon 2026

EPA fuel-economy estimates for 2 versions of this vehicle. The overview shows the published range; open each version to compare its powertrain and operating estimates.

19–20published combined MPG
17–19 / 22–23published city / highway MPG
$3,350–$3,550estimated annual fuel-cost range

How to use these estimates

EPA ratings use standardized city and highway tests, making them a useful starting point for comparing similar vehicles. For model years with several versions, choose the powertrain that matches the vehicle you are considering before relying on a rating.

Your actual fuel or electricity use can vary with weather, payload, driving style, maintenance, and local prices.

Configuration comparison

What changes across the published versions

These 2 EPA configurations are listed for this model year. Compare the exact powertrain before relying on a single rating.

Highest combined ratingSIDI · Automatic 8-spd reaches 20 combined MPG.
Lowest estimated annual costSIDI · Automatic 8-spd is listed at $3,350 per year.
Published range19–20 combined MPG, a difference of 1.

Estimated annual fuel costs differ by up to $200 across the published configurations.

SIDI · Automatic 8-spd

19 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classStandard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Drive4-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd
Tailpipe CO₂462 g/mi
EPA base modelCanyon
TurbochargerYes
Start-stop systemYes

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
4
EPA greenhouse gas score
4
Estimated annual petroleum use
15.7 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
costs $5,750 more

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 51 EPA records from 2026 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 78%
Combined MPG vs median
1 MPG above the class median.
Annual cost vs median
$150 lower than the class median.

SIDI · Automatic 8-spd

20 combined MPG
Fuel typeRegular Gasoline
Vehicle classStandard Pickup Trucks 2WD
DriveRear-Wheel Drive
TransmissionAutomatic 8-spd
Tailpipe CO₂443 g/mi
EPA base modelCanyon
TurbochargerYes
Start-stop systemYes

Efficiency and cost

EPA fuel economy score
4
EPA greenhouse gas score
4
Estimated annual petroleum use
14.9 barrels
Five-year fuel-cost comparison
costs $4,750 more

EPA class benchmark

Compared with 21 EPA records from 2026 in this vehicle class and fuel type.

Efficiency position
At or above 62%
Combined MPG vs median
Matches the class median.
Annual cost vs median
Matches the class median.

NHTSA safety recalls

Recall information for this model year

NHTSA lists 2 safety recall campaigns for this 2026 GMC Canyon. A VIN is required to confirm whether a specific vehicle is affected.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUALCampaign 26V114000

Issue: General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and…

Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification…

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARECampaign 25V856000

Issue: General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024–2026 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV vehicles. Incorrect sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) software may cause a second stage passenger air bag deployment when only a first stage is intended. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection."

Remedy: Dealers will update the SDM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 30, 2026. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N252533510. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 11, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall data, last checked October 13, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA before taking action.

Where these numbers come from

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. This page was last updated on October 13, 2026. Learn more about how we use vehicle data.