Key Features of the 2026 GMC Canyon

TurboMax® Engine and 7,700-lb Max Towing

Every Canyon is built around the TurboMax® engine, tuned to deliver 310 horsepower and 430 lb.-ft. of best-in-class standard gas engine torque. That power translates to a max towing capacity of up to 7,700 lbs, making it an excellent match for midsize campers, utility trailers, and boats. From the first press of the accelerator, the torque-rich response is evident, with confident highway passing and steady-grade pulling. Pair that with trailering tech like Hitch View, HD Surround Vision, and the available In-Vehicle Trailering App for custom trailer profiles and status monitoring, and you get a truck that makes setup, checks, and towing feel streamlined. The result is more time focused on the road and your destination, and less time guessing at your gear.

Factory Lift and Off-Road Geometry

With a standard 2-inch factory lift and a wide track, Canyon’s stance is set up for real-world clearance and stability right out of the box. AT4X takes it to the next level with a 3-inch factory lift, optimized approach and breakover angles, trimmed-out fascia corners, and selectable front and rear electronic locking differentials for remarkable traction management. The Off-Road Performance Display brings clarity to challenging terrain by showing 3D pitch and roll, tire pressures, steering angle, and more; AT4X’s Baja metrics add g-force and additional performance data for spirited off-pavement driving. The chassis tuning, available underbody shielding, and hardware work together to reduce second-guessing when the road turns to ruts, rock, or mud.

Available Underbody Cameras and Up to 10 Views

Visibility is capability. Canyon’s available camera suite delivers up to 10 camera views, including segment-first front and rear underbody cameras with wash systems and split-screen functionality that pairs underbody views with HD Surround Vision. From hitching to rock crawling, these angles help you place tires with precision, watch for obstacles, and manage tight spaces that would otherwise require a spotter. The clarity and breadth of these views reduce stress in tight parking lots, on job sites, and on narrow forest roads, and they help streamline daily tasks like aligning to a trailer coupler or navigating a blind alley.

Driver-Focused Screens and Head-Up Display

The cabin centers on a crisp 11.3-inch diagonal infotainment display and an 11.0-inch Driver Information Center that places vital controls and data within a natural reach and sightline. The available first-in-class 6.3-inch multicolor Head-Up Display, standard on AT4X and Denali, projects customizable information onto your windshield so you can keep eyes forward while monitoring speed, navigation prompts, and driver-assistance status. Add Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Wireless Android Auto compatibility, Google built-in for seamless voice-enabled apps and navigation, and OnStar® Basics for added peace of mind, and you have a cockpit designed to reduce distraction and elevate confidence.

MultiStow® Tailgate and Versatile Bed

The cargo bed was engineered to be a true partner. Canyon’s first-in-class available integrated MultiStow® Tailgate storage with drain adds a lockable, convenient compartment for tools, straps, or wet gear. Eight standard tie-downs help secure awkward loads, and available features like a 120V bed outlet, spray-on bedliner, half-gate position for longer items, remote tailgate locking, and a CornerStep rear bumper make loading and unloading simpler. It’s all wrapped in assertive styling with full LED headlamps and signature DRLs, with trims and colors that include Sterling Metallic, Onyx Black, and Volcanic Red Tintcoat for a bold, premium look that’s pure GMC.