2006 GMC Canyon Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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For 2006, GMC took the Canyon and tweaked the shocks, suspension, and power steering. In addition, the Canyon got Extended and Crew Cab versions of the SLT trim and a couple new exterior colors. This midsize pickup truck offers 26 trims, all of which have 4 doors. Standard Cab trims can seat 2 and Extended and Crew Cab trims seat anywhere from 4-6.
As for standard engines, the Canyon offers either a standard 2.8 L, 175 hp I4 engine or a 3.5 L, 220 hp I5 engine with either 4 speed automatic or 5 speed manual transmission, depending on the trim. All trims come in 2WD and 4WD versions. As for gas mileage, you can count on around 18 mpg in city and 24 on the highway. Maximum towing capacity across trims generally amounts to somewhere between 3000 and 4000 lbs.
Overall, drivers consider the 2006 GMC Canyon as a quality pickup with solid handling. However, most reviewers agree that the Canyon could really use a V6 or V8 engine, higher towing capacity, and better interior materials. Pretty much anyone will say that while the 2006 GMC Canyon does well enough in on and offroad performance, it has fallen behind the times and will need to catch up to the competition.
User reviews for 2006 GMC Canyon
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Trims & specs
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber
Convenience Features
Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: manual
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: manual
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: under seat
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: manual
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Cupholders: front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 3.73 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber
Convenience Features
Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: vinyl
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: manual
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.42 · Locking differential: rear
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Material: rubber · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual
Rear Seats
Type: jumpseats
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Front center seatbelt: lap belt
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: manual
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: soft · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Locks
Power door locks: remote
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: split-folding
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Upholstery: premium cloth
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent · Rear quarter windows: manual
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Front and rear head airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation
Audio System
Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: vinyl/rubber · Floor Mats: front · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Manual adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: part time · Axle ratio: 4.10 · Locking differential: rear · Transfer Case: electronic
Exterior Features
Front bumper color: chrome · Pickup tonneau cover: hard · Rear bumper color: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: electrochromic
Rear Seats
Type: split-bench
Roof
Sunroof: power glass
Seatbelts
Rear center seatbelt: 3-point
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: full-size
Suspension
Front Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Classification: solid live axle · Rear Suspension Type: short and long arm · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires
Type: all season
Truck Features
Pickup truck sliding rear window: manual horizontal · Running boards: tube
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
