How much does the 2022 GMC Canyon cost?

Prices have softened 5.32% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,566 listings available, which gives you a decent amount of inventory to compare.

If you find a listing below $30,325.78, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2022 GMC Canyon a good car?

Yes — the 2022 GMC Canyon earns a 4.8/5 user rating and a 6.33/10 expert rating.

The model scores 8/10 across Performance and Form and function.

Owners consistently praise its smooth ride, responsive handling, and low road noise, and they also like its impressive interior quality. The Canyon is positioned as a midsize pickup that gives you truck utility in a more manageable package, with a more premium look and feel than many rivals.

The trade-offs are clear: the base engine is underwhelming, and advanced safety features are not standard. It also leans more toward lifestyle appeal than maximum value.

With 31.9% of listings marked as good or great deals, you have some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2022 GMC Canyon reliable?

Owners rate it 4.8/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a truck that feels smooth, responsive, and enjoyable over time, with low road noise and a generally refined driving experience. That kind of praise usually lines up with a vehicle you can count on for everyday use.

The expert evaluation also notes that the Canyon offers a solid, steady driving feel, and GMC covers the cost of the first scheduled maintenance visit.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is that you may still be paying for a premium-feeling truck without getting premium standard safety equipment.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 GMC Canyon?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 83.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any truck you’re considering, even if the listing looks clean. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection if you’re looking at an AT4 or a higher-mileage example, since off-road use and wear can matter. Focus on overall condition, maintenance records, and whether the truck’s equipment matches the trim level you expect.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Elevation Standard keeps things simple, but it lacks advanced driver aids and starts with a 7-inch touchscreen. Higher trims add more premium materials and features, with Denali bringing the most upscale cabin treatment.
• Powertrain: You can choose from a 200-horsepower 2.5-liter four-cylinder, a 308-hp 3.6-liter V6, or a 181-hp 2.8-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder with 369 pound-feet of torque. The base engine is adequate but uninspiring, while the V6 and diesel bring stronger capability.
• Safety package: The Driver Alert package adds forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, and rear parking assistance. It is available on the Elevation and AT4 and standard on the Denali, but rear park assist is only available on models equipped with leather seats.
• Infotainment: The base truck gets a 7-inch color touchscreen. The Elevation adds an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while the AT4 adds wireless smartphone charging and Denali adds navigation and a high-definition rearview camera.
• Fuel efficiency: The 2.5-liter four-cylinder returns 22 mpg combined, or 21 mpg with 4WD. The turbodiesel gets 23 mpg combined with RWD and 22 mpg with 4WD. The V6 returns 21 mpg combined with RWD and 19 mpg with 4WD.

Which 2022 GMC Canyon trim should I buy?

The 2022 GMC Canyon is offered in 4 trim levels: Elevation Standard, Elevation, AT4, and Denali.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The Elevation Standard is the value entry point, but it skips advanced driver aids and starts with the smaller 7-inch touchscreen.
• Sweet-spot trim: The Elevation is the best all-around pick if you want the 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto without jumping to a pricier model.
• Premium/top trim: The Denali is the most upscale choice, with the richest cabin materials, navigation, a high-definition rearview camera, and standard Driver Alert features.
• Off-road trim: The AT4 is the one to choose if you want the off-road hardware, but it makes more sense if you’ll actually use those capabilities.

The Driver Alert package is standard on Denali, so that trim gives you the most complete safety setup in the lineup.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 GMC Canyon?

This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find decent opportunities.

• Deal availability: 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,566 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.32% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 83.9% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $30,325.78, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 GMC Canyon's resale value?

The current average of $30,815 sits slightly below last year's $32,546.

That softer pricing suggests the market has cooled a bit, which can help you buy more selectively now. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim. Well-kept trucks with desirable equipment should hold up better than rougher examples.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.8/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 GMC Canyon safe?

The 2022 GMC Canyon earned four out of five stars for overall crash protection in tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). It received four stars for frontal crash protection, five stars for side protection, and three stars for rollover resistance. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), it earned the highest-possible "Good" ratings in all of the organization's crash tests save one.

It earns a 4/10 safety score from our experts.

The base Elevation Standard doesn't include advanced driver aids, though it does have tire-fill alert and the Teen Driver system. The Driver Alert package adds forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, and rear parking assistance, and it is available on the Elevation and AT4 and standard on the Denali.

There are also important gaps to note: adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot warning, and lane-keeping or lane-centering assistance are not available on the Canyon. IIHS also flagged a Poor result for the front passenger-side small overlap test structure and safety cage, plus Poor headlights and Marginal LATCH anchors.

Should I buy a 2022 GMC Canyon or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 83.9% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.32% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.8/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds a new Denali Black Edition package and renames High Elevation as Elevation Premium.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $28,430, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $30,815 average.
• It offers a refreshed look and a new AT4 trim.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $39,305, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $30,815 average.
• It brings a redesigned, more upscale Canyon with added off-road capability.

The bottom line: the 2022 makes sense if you want the current-year pricing sweet spot and a broad trim mix. If your priority is saving money, the 2021 is the better value play. If you want the newer redesign and can spend more, the 2023 is the stronger upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.