2020 Toyota Tacoma vs 2021 GMC Canyon
Overview | |
MSRP$26,050 | MSRP$26,800 |
Average price$33,544 | Average price$33,874 |
Listings1433 | Listings786 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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2020 Toyota Tacoma Reviews SummaryGrowing up in the post–Marty McFly era, I saw small Toyota pickups everywhere in America. When the American automakers abandoned this market in the late 2000s, Toyota kept on trucking. The Tacoma remains the best-selling midsize truck in the US—it's more popular than the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Nissan Frontier combined. The Ford Ranger isn’t a threat, either. Nearly a quarter-million people purchased a Tacoma last year, a vehicle that by any measure is loud, slow, and defiantly old-fashioned. It’s the capability, size, and dependable off-road features that keep Tacoma buyers satisfied. For 2020, it gets few but important design and technology updates to push this rough-and-tumble pickup into modern times. | |
2021 GMC Canyon Reviews SummaryMidsize trucks are in a funny place. Despite being smaller and less capable than their full-size counterparts, they often command prices that are nearly as high. This is a tough spot from a value standpoint, making them more lifestyle vehicles than work trucks. For many truck owners, a full-size pickup is more truck than they need. If you’re longing for the biggie-biggie styling of a full-size truck, the refreshed 2021 GMC Canyon has you covered. The Canyon has a new look and a new, capable AT4 trim, but still shows signs of aging. Were half of its competitors not in the same boat, this would be a bigger issue. Plus, the Canyon offers some helpful features to make it a fun vehicle for the weekend adventure or project. As long as bang-for-buck is not top-of-mind, the Canyon is a capable, enjoyable pickup. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.7L 159 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 200 hp I4 |
Drive Train4X2 | Drive Train4X2 |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Horsepower159 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower200 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway25 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.7L 159 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 200 hp I4 |
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm | Torque191 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower159 hp @ 5200 rpm | Horsepower200 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain4X2 | Drivetrain4X2 |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway25 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity4 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Bed Length73.7 in | Bed Length74.0 in |
Curb Weight3915 lbs | Curb Weight3932 lbs |
Height70.6 in | Height70.4 in |
Length212.3 in | Length212.4 in |
Width74.4 in | Width83.9 in |
Wheelbase127.4 in | Wheelbase128.3 in |
Maximum Payload1685 lbs | Maximum Payload1430 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $26,050 | $26,800 |
Average price | $33,544 | $33,874 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.2 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Growing up in the post–Marty McFly era, I saw small Toyota pickups everywhere in America. When the American automakers abandoned this market in the late 2000s, Toyota kept on trucking. The Tacoma remains the best-selling midsize truck in the US—it's more popular than the Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Nissan Frontier combined. The Ford Ranger isn’t a threat, either. Nearly a quarter-million people purchased a Tacoma last year, a vehicle that by any measure is loud, slow, and defiantly old-fashioned. It’s the capability, size, and dependable off-road features that keep Tacoma buyers satisfied. For 2020, it gets few but important design and technology updates to push this rough-and-tumble pickup into modern times. | Midsize trucks are in a funny place. Despite being smaller and less capable than their full-size counterparts, they often command prices that are nearly as high. This is a tough spot from a value standpoint, making them more lifestyle vehicles than work trucks. For many truck owners, a full-size pickup is more truck than they need. If you’re longing for the biggie-biggie styling of a full-size truck, the refreshed 2021 GMC Canyon has you covered. The Canyon has a new look and a new, capable AT4 trim, but still shows signs of aging. Were half of its competitors not in the same boat, this would be a bigger issue. Plus, the Canyon offers some helpful features to make it a fun vehicle for the weekend adventure or project. As long as bang-for-buck is not top-of-mind, the Canyon is a capable, enjoyable pickup. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.7L 159 hp I4 | 2.5L 200 hp I4 |
Drive Train | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Horsepower | 159 hp @ 5200 rpm | 200 hp @ 6300 rpm |
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 25 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.7L 159 hp I4 | 2.5L 200 hp I4 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3800 rpm | 191 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm |
Horsepower | 159 hp @ 5200 rpm | 200 hp @ 6300 rpm |
Drivetrain | 4X2 | 4X2 |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 19 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 25 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 4 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Bed Length | 73.7 in | 74.0 in |
Curb Weight | 3915 lbs | 3932 lbs |
Height | 70.6 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 212.3 in | 212.4 in |
Width | 74.4 in | 83.9 in |
Wheelbase | 127.4 in | 128.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 1685 lbs | 1430 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | |
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