2010 GMC Canyon
US · Pickup · Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
The 2010 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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, 5.3L 8-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder, 5.3L 8-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.9 L to 5.3 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 to 8 | |
| 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, 4WD |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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
16 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 2WD · 5.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon 4WD · 2.9L · 4WD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon 4WD · 2.9L · 4WD · 5-speed manual
- Canyon 4WD · 3.7L · 4WD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon 4WD · 5.3L · 4WD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Cab Chassis Inc 2WD · 3.7L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Cab Chassis Inc 4WD · 3.7L · 4WD · 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 2WD · 5.3L · RWD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Crew Cab 4WD · 3.7L · 4WD · 4-speed automatic
- Canyon Crew Cab 4WD · 5.3L · 4WD · 4-speed automatic
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.
12V594000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.
Remedy: General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January…
Reported December 19, 2012. View on NHTSA
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
Data sources
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 7, 2026
Data verified: November 7, 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 2010 GMC Canyon have?
Varies by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder, 5.3L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2010 GMC Canyon?
Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2010 GMC Canyon front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.
Are there recalls for the 2010 GMC Canyon?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.