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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $29,750–$35,765 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2019 GMC Canyon is a truck that earns a Carivo score of 7.3/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Value at 8.8/10, while Safety at 6.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional truck — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.3/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety is a notable gap at 6.6/10 in our scoring — below what the best in segment deliver. Check the official NHTSA ratings for the trim you're considering before deciding.
With 7.1/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.6/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $29,750–$35,765, 19 MPG, seating 5, the GMC Canyon sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. Its value score of 8.8/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 7 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: The 2019 GMC Canyon sits in the middle of the field. Until its safety scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2019 GMC Canyon ranks #298 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 42% of the segment. Its 7.3/10 overall score is 0.1 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $29,750 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 15%.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2016 GMC Canyon scores 7.1/10 — within striking distance of the 2019's 7.3 — and starts roughly $3,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.6/10 | $36,050 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.6/10 | $36,050 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 7.5/10 | $35,000 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 7.4/10 | $33,950 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.5/10 | $32,900 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.4/10 | $31,850 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.3/10 | $30,800 | Read review → |
| 2019 (this review) | 7.3/10 | $29,750 | |
| 2018 | 7.3/10 | $28,700 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.2/10 | $27,650 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.1/10 | $26,600 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.1/10 | $25,550 | Read review → |
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