Trim Report

GMC Canyon Elevation Standard2016

Includes:CANYON|Elevation Standard
$7,094
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Max $30,658
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2016 GMC Canyon Elevation Standard Pricing

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Where to Find GMC Canyon Elevation Standard

Location data for all 2016 GMC Canyon trims combined

41States

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GMC Canyon Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2016 GMC Canyon trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 4 recalls and 262 complaints for the 2016 GMC Canyon, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

4
Recalls
262
Complaints
8
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
18V3580002018-31-05
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.

A damaged fuel line can create a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

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17V6210002017-05-10
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury in a crash.

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15V8070002015-01-12
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado trucks manufactured August 25, 2015 to September 24, 2015, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured August 28, 2015 to September 24, 2015. The affected vehicles have a console compartment lid latch assembly that may fail to keep the compartment door closed in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."

If the console compartment door does not remain closed in a crash, the contents stored in the console may strike the vehicle occupants, increasing their risk of injury.

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16V1250002016-02-03
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to February 2, 2016, Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured January 9, 2016, to January 26, 2016, and 2016 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 21, 2016, to February 4, 2016. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.

An improperly inflated air bag increases the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 262 issues reported over 1 model years, steering problems are the most common for the 2016 GMC Canyon. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Steering137
02Power Train22
03Electrical System11
04Unknown Or Other8
05Steering,electronic Stability Control (esc)8
262 total across 1 model years (2016–2016)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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GMC Canyon Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2016 GMC Canyon trims

16–25mpg combined
·
15-22city
·
17-30hwy
·
$3,050-$4,200/yr

The 2016 GMC Canyon delivers 16 to 25 MPG combined across 8 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Canyon 2WD - Automatic 6-spd
25mpg
2.8L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel DriveDiesel
22 city30 hwy~$3,400/yr5/10 Average
Canyon 4WD - Automatic 6-spd
23mpg
2.8L 4-cyl Turbo · 4-Wheel DriveDiesel
20 city28 hwy~$3,700/yr4/10 Average
Canyon 2WD - Automatic 6-spd
22mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr5/10 Average
Canyon 2WD - Manual 6-spd
22mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
19 city26 hwy~$3,050/yr5/10 Average
Canyon 2WD - Automatic 6-spd
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city25 hwy~$3,200/yr5/10 Average
Canyon 4WD - Automatic 6-spd
21mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
19 city24 hwy~$3,200/yr5/10 Average
Canyon 4WD - Automatic 6-spd
20mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · 4-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,400/yr4/10 Average
Canyon Cab Chassis 2WD - Automatic 6-spd
16mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city17 hwy~$4,200/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Elevation Standard Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2016 GMC Canyon Elevation Standard

How does the Elevation Standard compare to other GMC Canyon trims?

The Elevation Standard occupies a distinct position in the GMC Canyon range. See how it stacks up on the 2016 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2016 GMC Canyon Elevation Standard?

Budget for standard Elevation Standard maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2016 has 4 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the GMC Canyon Elevation Standard?

For the Elevation Standard, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the GMC Canyon buyer's guide.

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