2008 GMC Canyon
US · Pickup · Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
The 2008 GMC Canyon is listed in the US market as a pickup with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.9 L to 3.7 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 5 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 | |
| Drivetrain | Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
12 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- Canyon 2WD · 2.9L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon 2WD · 2.9L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Canyon 2WD · 3.7L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon 4WD · 2.9L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon 4WD · 2.9L · AWD · 5-speed manual
- Canyon 4WD · 3.7L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Cab Chassis Inc 2WD · 3.7L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Cab Chassis Inc 4WD · 3.7L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Crew Cab 2WD · 2.9L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Crew Cab 2WD · 2.9L · RWD · 5-speed manual
- Canyon Crew Cab 2WD · 3.7L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Crew Cab 4WD · 3.7L · AWD · 4-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 9, 2026.
10V575000: CHILD SEAT
GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET…
Reported November 18, 2010. View on NHTSA
09V310000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
GM IS RECALLING 185,903 MODEL YEAR 2004-2009 COLORADO, GMC MODEL YEAR 2009-2004 CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006 I-280, I-350, MODEL YEAR 2007-2008 I-290, AND I-370, PASSENGER VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF ALABAMA, ARIZONA, FLORIDA, GEORGIA, HAWAII, LOUISIANA, MISSISSIPPI, NEVADA, NEW MEXICO, PUERTO RICO, SOUTH CAROLINA, TEXAS, U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS AND UTAH. SOME OF…
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE NECESSARY COMPONENTS AS SPECIFIED IN THE RECALL BULLETIN FREE OF CHARGE. GM ANTICIPATES THAT PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE BY JUNE 2010. A SPECIAL COVERAGE FOR VEHICLES REGISTERED IN ALL OTHER STATES WILL…
Reported July 29, 2009. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 16, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 8, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 8, 2026
Data verified: November 8, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2008 GMC Canyon have?
Varies by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2008 GMC Canyon?
Combined fuel economy is 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2008 GMC Canyon front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2008 GMC Canyon?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 9, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.