Test Vehicle's MSRP: $43,430 (Base SL Crew Cab Model: $29,895)
Seating Capacity: 5
Standard Safety
Features: airbags; ABS; a stability control system; rear
camera; a tire pressure system; and OnStar
Standard Equipment (Base): 16-inch tires; a 6-speed automatic transmission; locking tailgate; a corner step rear
bumper design; two-tier loading cargo bed; cloth seats; manual adjusted front seats; single zone a/c; a 7-inch infotainment;and a manual tilt/telescopic steering wheel
Options: an 8-inch navigation system and a Bose
premium audio system; special exterior paint color; and a driver’s alert
package, which includes a lane departure warning system and a forward collision
alert system; and rear axle 3:42 ratio
Other Trim Levels:
Canyon
SLE
All Terrain
SLT
Denali
Standard Audio On Test Vehicle: a 19-speaker audio system with AM/FM/HD with SiriusXM
Bluetooth Connectivity: Standard
USB Connectivity: Standard
Apple/Android
Connectivity: Standard
Bumper-to-Bumper
Warranty: 3 years or 36,000
miles
Powertrain Warranty: 5 years or 60,000 miles
Recommended Fuel: Regular
Towing: 7,000 lbs
Standard Fuel Mileage: 17-city/24-hwy
What’s New: While the Denali trim receives enhanced styling cues both inside
and out, an all-new AT4 trim, which is designed for those seeking outdoor
adventures, joins the brand’s portfolio.
Why:
·
An alternative to fullsize trucks
·
Advanced safety features
such as lane keep assist system
·
Duramex Diesel
availability with 181-hp
·
3.6-liter horsepower
with 308-hp on select trims
·
Easy-to-use availability
· Offers underpinnings for rugged off-road driving
·
Wi-Fi availability
·
The truck is available
with an extended cab and a crew cab
·
The Canyon is available in
a short box and a long box
· The longer bed can haul up to 8-feet w/tailgate down
·
Cargo bed with two-tier
loading
·
Heated steering wheel on
select trims
·
An upscale optional
Denali trim
·
Locking tailgate
·
Maximum trailering of
7,700 lbs with diesel engine
·
Maximum payload of 1,580
lbs with extended cab with V-6
· Easier to maneuver over fullsize trucks
·
An availability easy-lift
and lower tailgate
·
20-inch wheel available
·
Perforated leather seats
on Denali trim
·
2WD or 4WD availability
on select trims
But:
·
Interior cabin space is
relatively limited for front occupants
·
Legroom is somewhat sparse
for rear occupants
· Toyoto Tacoma offers an autonomous-like system for off-roading
Denali trim could push over $50k with options
Verdict: After literally being on life support just a few years ago, with only Toyota and Nissan being the lonely pair in the midsize truck segment,
both Chevy and GMC has rejoined with their pair of trucks. Since that time, Ford
reentered the segment too with the Ranger. And Nissan is making plans to
finally upgrade their dated Frontier too.
With the popularity of fullsize trucks, and the average transaction price around the mid forties, this has caused automakers to fill the low end of the pricing structure with midsize trucks.
Today’s midsize trucks, like the Canyon, offers a variety of powertrains, including a diesel engine. There are a variety of beds and a crew cab too albeit the interior space is severely limited in comparison to fullsize trucks. Moreover, for the 2021 model year, the Canyon has even added an off-road AT4 performance model, which is literally designed for those with an active outdoors lifestyle.
In fact, automakers are working on bringing in another round of trucks that are based off a car platform, while offering the utility of the truck, while riding more like a car. Ford, Hyundai and Kia are working to drive into this space with their lifestyle trucks.
While tiny, in our minds, the midsize trucks are a great alternative for those who don’t need or can’t afford today’s pricey fullsize trucks.
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