2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 4x4
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- Photo: 2023 GMC Canyon AT4, front 8.26.23 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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The 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 4x4 is a 310-hp 2.7-liter turbocharged inline-4 with an 8l80 8-speed automatic and four-wheel drive.
It makes 310 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 430 lb-ft of torque.
The Canyon measures 213.2 inches long on a 131.4-inch wheelbase.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Pickup |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| Destination Charge | $1,495 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.7L Turbocharged DOHC inline 4-cylinder Tripower with continuously variable valve timing, variable valve lift, Active Fuel Management (AFM) and direct high-pressure fuel injection; cast-aluminum block and heads |
| Displacement | 2.7 L |
| Horsepower | 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm (GM Estimated) rpm |
| Valvetrain | Dual overhead camshafts (DOHC), 4 valves per cylinder; Tripower: continuously variable valve timing, variable valve lift, Active Fuel Management (AFM) |
| Bore and Stroke | 92.25 x 102.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct high-pressure fuel injection with electronic throttle control |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Differential Type | Automatic-locking rear differential |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8L80 8-speed automatic |
| 1st Gear | 4.56 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.97 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.08 |
| 4th Gear | 1.69 |
| 5th Gear | 1.27 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.85 |
| 8th Gear | 0.65 |
| Reverse | 3.82 |
| Final Drive | 3.42 |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent coil-over-shock with 2-inch factory lift, ultra-wide track |
| Rear Suspension | Solid axle with 2-inch factory lift, ultra-wide track |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 in. Dark Gray Painted Aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 18 in. Dark Gray Painted Aluminum |
| Tires Front | Not specified in source |
| Tires Rear | Not specified in source |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 213.2 in |
| Width | 84.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 131.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 9.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 41.9 ft³ |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40.3 in |
| Headroom Rear | 38.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 45.2 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2023 GMC Canyon PU/CC RWD: 4 ★ overall
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2023 GMC CANYON. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 19, 2024 · SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly.
Consequence: A loose seat belt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will tighten the left and right front seat belt buckle attachment bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 30, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N242453720.
NHTSA campaign 24V703000
Mar 28, 2024 · WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front wheel hub bolts may have been over-tightened and damaged during installation.
Consequence: Damaged bolts may loosen or break, which can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the left and right front wheel hub bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232431480.
NHTSA campaign 24V237000
Feb 22, 2024 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The front camera module (FCM) system may falsely detect an obstacle, causing the automatic emergency braking (AEB) to engage unexpectedly.
Consequence: Unexpected automatic emergency braking can cause the vehicle to abruptly stop or slow down, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the front camera module (FCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is A232424660.
NHTSA campaign 24V133000
62 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2023 GMC CANYON
Owner Complaints
62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2023 GMC CANYON (1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 20 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 19 |
| Engine | 10 |
| Service Brakes | 10 |
| Lane Departure | 7 |
| Power Train | 6 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2023 GMC CANYON. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.