Key Features of the 2026 GMC Canyon

TurboMax® Engine and 7,700-lb Max Towing

The TurboMax® engine anchors the Canyon lineup with 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of best-in-class standard gas engine torque, translating to confident highway pull and crisp throttle response with a trailer or a bed full of gear. Properly equipped, the Canyon tows up to 7,700 lbs, and GMC supports that capability with smart trailering tools. The ProGrade® Trailering System and Hitch View streamline alignment and pre-departure checks, while the available In-Vehicle Trailering App lets you create custom trailer profiles and track statuses right from the 11.3" diagonal center touchscreen. Whether you are hauling work materials during the week or a small camper for a weekend getaway, the Canyon’s powertrain and integrated tech help make the process intuitive and repeatable.

2" Factory Lift and Wide Track

Every Canyon starts with a confident stance thanks to a standard 2" factory lift and wide track. The result is practical clearance for driveways, job sites, or rutted trailheads and a planted footprint that inspires confidence on winding coastal routes. The high-clearance front fascia and trimmed-out corners optimize approach and breakover angles, and AT4X raises the stakes with a 3" factory lift plus hardware aimed at advanced off-roading. Exclusive to AT4X, selectable front and rear electronic locking differentials deliver true, mechanical traction when one or more wheels encounter low-grip surfaces. Monitoring all of it is the Off-Road Performance Display, which serves key metrics like pitch, roll, tire pressures, steering angle, and more, so you can gauge conditions in real time.

Underbody Cameras and Up to 10 Views

Visibility is a Canyon differentiator. Up to 10 available camera views include segment-first underbody cameras, front and rear, with integrated wash systems to keep lenses clear when conditions get muddy. A split-screen layout can display underbody views alongside HD Surround Vision, so you can place tires precisely on the trail or verify clearance in tight urban parking. Additional perspectives, such as Front and Rear Top-Down, Front and Rear Side, and Hitch View, reduce blind spots when maneuvering in cramped spaces or lining up to a trailer. Whether you are tackling a rocky climb or threading into a parking deck, these views transform uncertainty into situational awareness.

Driver-Focused Screens and Head-Up Display

The Canyon interior puts essential information where you want it. The 11.3" diagonal center touchscreen with Google built-in integrates navigation, voice assistance, and apps, while the 11.0" diagonal Driver Information Center surfaces key vehicle data behind the steering wheel. A first-in-class 6.3" diagonal multicolor Head-Up Display (available on AT4 and standard on AT4X and Denali) projects customizable info onto the windshield, letting you keep eyes forward on busy roads or uneven trails. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Wireless Android Auto compatibility keep your phone experience seamless, and available premium touches—like a Bose® Premium Audio System and OnStar® Basics—enhance the Canyon’s everyday comfort and confidence.

Canyon Pro Safety and Safety Plus

Confidence is standard with Canyon Pro Safety on every trim. Features include Automatic Emergency Braking, Following Distance Indicator, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, IntelliBeam, and Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning. For added coverage, available Canyon Safety Plus brings Rear Park Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, and Blind Zone Steering Assist with Trailering. These systems work quietly in the background to support driver awareness, offering reassurance in highway traffic, tight downtown streets, and while backing a trailer into your driveway.