2015 GMC Canyon pick-up truck is the best choice if convenience, efficiency, and technological features are your priorities. The vehicle is the enhanced form of Chevy Colorado. It gets in a garage easily because of its manageable size while having the capability of towing a 7000 lb trailer.
Exterior / Interior of GMC Canyon 2015
The styling of this 4-door pick-up has been aligned with a Sierra (full size). It is available in SL (base trim), SLE, and SLT trim. It has a wheelbase of 128.3-140.5 inches. It is 212.4-224.6 inches long, 74.3 inches wide, and 70.3-70.7 inches high. It has the usual squared-off profile that is a hallmark of the Canyons but you will certainly notice that this one is a little posh. 16-inches aluminum wheels, rear bumper in chrome with a step and projector-beam headlights, and LED accent-lighting are definitely there. The Corner Step rear bumper allows loading and unloading cargo from the truck bed very smoothly.
GMC Canyon pick-up interior stands for high-quality material and great functionality. The ambiance inside is tranquil with soft-touch materials blending elegantly with the authentic aluminum trims. The driver can enjoy a power seat in which recline is availed manually. Other features include a tilt wheel, A/C, rearview camera, power windows, and a 6-speaker audio system. Technological edge is manifested in the 4.2-inch center screen and MyLink connectivity. You can enjoy advanced features like a rear defogger, an 8-inch touch screen, cruise control, an overhead console in the SLE, and SLT trims.
Engine and Mileage of 2015 GMC Canyon
There are two choices in the powertrains. It can be a DOHC 16-valve 2.5 L inline-4 or DOHC 24-valve 3.6 L V-6 engine. The former gives 200 hp @6300 rpm and torque of 191 lb-ft. @4400 rpm while you will get 305 hp @6800 rpm with 269 lb-ft. @400 rpm from the latter. An option is also present between 6-speed manual transmission and 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shifting mode. In case, you prefer a third pedal, you will have to go for the 6-speed manual gearbox with the 2.5 L engine.
Get city/highway mileage of 19/26 mpg from the 2.5 L and 18/26 mpg from the 3.6 L.
Price and Release Date
The cost of the base trim is $22,880. It will be released in the fall of 2015.
GM has hailed the vehicle as to the “premium truck in the segment”. It offers the buyers a choice of two engines – 2.5 L inline-4 and 3.6 L V-6. Externally and internally the pick-up has the balance between cool appearance and high convenience. 2015 GMC Canyon has a lot to offer as a mid-sized modern truck.