2026 GMC Canyon
Elevation 4WD
What the Elevation adds over the Elevation (+$3,300)
| Spec | Elevation | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6100 lbs | 6250 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 23 mpg | 22 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $40,995 | $44,295 |
| Payload capacity | 1803 lbs | 1953 lbs |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 6,250 lbs. GVWR, Drive Mode Selector, Four wheel drive, Remote Express-Down for all windows, Single-speed Autotrac Transfer Case with push button controls
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitCargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 41.9 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | OnStar |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 9.6 in |
| Overall height | 79.8 in |
| Overall length | 213.2 in |
| Overall width | 72.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 131 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Engine type (full description) | TurboMax engine |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 310 hp |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 17 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 22 mpg |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 21.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.3 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 45.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 34.7 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $44,295 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.4 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Steering |
Tires
| Tire size | 18" 265/65R18SL |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4297 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4297 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6250 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1953 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | aluminum |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety26 std · 3 opt
- Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking
- Forward Collision Alert
- HD Surround Vision optional
- HD Rear Vision Camera
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- 4-wheel antilock disc brakes
- 6 airbags
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Blind Zone Steering Assist with Trailering
- Buckle to Drive
- Canyon Pro Safety
- Canyon Safety Plus Package
- Following Distance Indicator
- Front outboard Passenger Sensing System for frontal outboard passenger airbag
- Hitch Guidance
- Hitch View
- IntelliBeam
- Rear Cross Traffic Braking
- Rear Park Assist
- Rear Seat Belt Indicator warning
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Rear child security door locks
- StabiliTrak, electronic stability control system with traction control
- Teen Driver
- Theft-deterrent unauthorized entry system
- Tire Fill Alert
- Adaptive Cruise Control optional
- Rear Pedestrian Alert optional
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Infotainment12 std · 7 opt
- Wi-Fi ® Hotspot capable
- 11.3" diagonal GMC Premium Infotainment System with Google built-in
- 6-speaker audio system
- Front USB ports
- In-Vehicle Trailering App
- OnStar Basics
- OnStar ® services capable
- Rear USB Port
- SiriusXM with 360L Trial Subscription
- Steering-wheel mounted controls
- Vehicle health management
- Wireless Apple CarPlay/Wireless Android Auto capability for compatible phones
- 1-Year MobileService+ optional
- 3 Years SiriusXM optional
- 3-Year MobileService+ optional
- Audio System by Kicker ® optional
- Deleted Mobile Service Plus. optional
- Rear USB ports optional
- Removes OnStar Basics (OnStar Fleet Basics for Fleet) optional
Convenience7 std · 2 opt
- Keyless Entry and Start
- Remote Start optional
- Power door locks
- Power windows with driver express-up/down
- Power windows with front passenger express-down
- Power windows, rear, express-down
- Push Button Start
- Remote Express-Down for all windows
- Remote Start Kit optional
Climate2 std · 1 opt
- Rear air vents
- Single-zone climate control
- Dual-zone automatic climate control optional
Seating5 std · 6 opt
- Manual-folding second row 60/40 split-bench seats
- 8-way power driver seat adjuster optional
- Heated driver and front passenger seats optional
- Ventilated driver and front passenger seats optional
- 6-way manual driver seat
- 4-way manual front passenger seat
- Front bucket seats
- Seat trim, Cloth
- Jet Black, Cloth seat trim optional
- Jet Black, CoreTec seat trim optional
- Power driver seat lumbar control optional
Interior17 std · 14 opt
- 11" diagonal color Driver Information Center
- 12-volt power outlet
- Black seat belt color
- Cruise control
- Driver and front passenger visors
- Front center console
- Inside rearview manual day/night mirror
- Interior center dome lights
- MSRP (USD)
- Off-Road Performance Display
- Overhead courtesy lamp
- Rear carpeted floor mats
- Soft-touch instrument panel
- Sport-style steering wheel
- 120-volt power outlet optional
- All-weather floor liners optional
- All-weather floor mats optional
- Convenience Package optional
- Door sill plates optional
- Driver and front passenger visors with illuminated mirrors optional
- Driver seatback map pocket optional
- Elevation Premium Package optional
- Inside rearview auto-dimming mirror optional
- Interior courtesy dual reading lights optional
- Preferred Package optional
- Rear center armrest optional
- Technology Package optional
- Manual tilt and telescoping steering column optional
- Front carpeted floor mats
- Front passenger seatback map pocket
- Carpeted floor covering
Exterior20 std · 38 opt
- Power sunroof optional
- LED projector headlamps
- 17" 265/70R17SL all-season, blackwall spare tire
- 17" full-size spare steel wheel with Black finish
- 18" 265/65R18SL all-terrain, blackwall tires
- 18" Gloss Black aluminum wheels
- Black beltline moldings
- Black horizontal recovery hooks
- Black wheel arch moldings
- Black-painted mirror caps
- Body-color door handles
- Cab-mounted cargo area lamps
- Deep-tinted glass
- LED tail lamps
- Manual sliding rear window
- Outside heated power-adjustable mirrors
- Radiator Grille Shutters
- Remote locking tailgate
- Signature LED Daytime Running Lamps with Fade On / Fade Off Animation
- 120-volt bed-mounted power outlet optional
- 20" 275/60R20 all-terrain blackwall spare tire optional
- 20" 275/60R20SL AT blackwall tires optional
- 20" Black aluminum wheels optional
- 20" aluminum full-size spare wheel optional
- 40" Off-Road Roof Light Bar optional
- Auxiliary Off-Road Lights optional
- Bedliner with Integral Storage Compartments optional
- Bedside Utility Walls optional
- Black Badging Package optional
- Black Chrome exhaust tip optional
- Black GMC Emblems optional
- Black Nameplates optional
- Black assist steps optional
- Black lug nut and wheel lock kit optional
- Bright exhaust tip optional
- Bright wheel locks optional
- Cargo box LED lighting optional
- EZ-Lift and Lower tailgate optional
- Front license plate bracket optional
- LED fog lamps optional
- MultiStow Tailgate ™ optional
- Off Road Lighting Package optional
- Off-Road Recovery Kit optional
- Off-Road Sports Bar optional
- Performance Front Skid Plate optional
- Performance Mid Skid Plate optional
- Re-configurable bed rails optional
- Rubber bed mat optional
- Skid Plate Package optional
- Snorkel optional
- Sports Bar Package optional
- Spray-on bedliner optional
- Tailgate keyed cylinder lock optional
- Underbody shield optional
- Wheels, 20" x 9" Aluminum Transit Wheels optional
- Automatic on/off headlamps
- Rear window defogger
- Front and rear splash guards optional
Powertrain13 std · 1 opt
- 220-amp alternator
- 3.42 rear axle ratio
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Automatic Stop/Start
- Automatic locking rear differential
- Capless fuel fill
- Drive Mode Selector
- Electric Power Steering
- Engine control stop/start with disable button
- Four wheel drive
- Heavy-duty 800 cold-cranking amps battery
- Single-speed Autotrac Transfer Case with push button controls
- TurboMax ™ engine
- Engine block heater optional
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- 6,250 lbs. GVWR
- Fully boxed frame
- Off-Road suspension with 2" factory lift and ultra wide stance
Cargo4 std · 9 opt
- In-Vehicle Trailering App
- Integrated trailer brake controller
- ProGrade Trailering System
- Trailering Package
- Cargo tie-downs (set of 4) optional
- Front Bed Utility Wall optional
- Hard Folding Truck Bed Cover by RealTruck Advantage optional
- Premier Soft Roll-Up Truck Bed Cover by RealTruck Advantage optional
- U-Nut, for utility wall optional
- Utility Wall Latch Kit optional
- Utility Wall Package optional
- Utility Wall Strap Kit optional
- Utility Wall Trailer Hitch Holder optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 Canyon. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Elevation
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 GMC Canyon Elevation?
The manufacturer lists $44,295 for the 2026 GMC Canyon Elevation. That is $3,300 above the Elevation, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 GMC Canyon Elevation add over the Elevation?
Against the Elevation, 5 features become standard that the Elevation does not and 6 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.