2012
GMC Canyon

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$17,490
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Available trims

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  • 2WD Reg Cab Work Truck
    Starts at
    $17,490
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,484 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Reg Cab SLE1
    Starts at
    $20,455
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,484 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
    See all specs
  • 2WD Ext Cab Work Truck
    Starts at
    $20,840
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,441 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Reg Cab Work Truck
    Starts at
    $22,385
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,465 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Ext Cab SLE1
    Starts at
    $23,040
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,441 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Ext Cab Work Truck
    Starts at
    $24,435
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,422 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab SLE1
    Starts at
    $24,685
    18 City / 25 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,272 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Reg Cab SLE1
    Starts at
    $25,305
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    3
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,465 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 2WD Crew Cab SLE2
    Starts at
    $26,470
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,272 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Ext Cab SLE1
    Starts at
    $26,485
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,422 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab SLE1
    Starts at
    $28,610
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    6
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,230 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab SLE2
    Starts at
    $29,125
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,230 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Ext Cab SLE2
    Starts at
    $29,145
    17 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,422 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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  • 4WD Crew Cab SLT
    Starts at
    $31,790
    16 City / 21 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas I5
    Engine
    Four Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
    1,230 lbs
    Payload Capacity
    N/A
    Towing Capacity
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Notable features

Bodyguard Package includes molded splash guards and bed rail protection
Available chrome fuel door and exhaust tip
Bluetooth connectivity added to stereo
Automatic rear locking differential standard on 4WD and crew cabs

The good & the bad

The good

300-hp, 5.3-liter V-8 option
Low entry-level price
Four available trims suit a variety of needs from work to off-road
Full 6-foot bed with taller bed sides

The bad

Interior quality
Very small jump seats in extended-cab trucks
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Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
3 years / 36,000 miles
Corrosion
3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 model years or newer / up to 75,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles bumper-to-bumper original warranty, then may continue to 6 years / 100,000 miles limited (depending on variables)
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.4 / 5
Based on 17 reviews
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Comfort 4.2
Interior 3.9
Performance 4.2
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.5
Reliability 4.7

Most recent

By Darrel In A J from Apache Junction AZ
Owns this car
March 27, 2023

GMC 2012 Canyon Holds Up Well

I bought this truck new, mfg Mar 2012. It was still on the dealer lot Feb 2013, only 50 miles on it. A few minor repairs, had to replace the in dash entertainment unit due to burnt out bulbs, also having burnt out dash bulbs, headlight switch, drivers door switch panel / cluster. A few minor bugs during the first 30,000 but under warranty so not a cost issue. The " soft brake pedal " issue was resolved very early on by having the dealer replace the master cylinder. The only real problem is the " Passlock " security issue, once in a great while the truck will not start, somehow " it thinks " it has been tampered with / broken into, the small red car / lock dash light will be on, the indicator is on the right / bottom of the speed indicator. If you turn the key on, then off and wait 10 minuets then it starts fine, this has happened even while parked in the garage overnight, so I know for sure the vehicle has not been tampered with. This is a known GMC defect if you search on the internet and a forced recall should be done about it. The truck has a very nice and smooth ride, the 5 cylinder has plenty of power, highways and mountain roads are no issues at all, when I did replace the tires I purchased a premium 80,000 mile for a better and smooth ride, I still have the original shocks on it I now have 150000 miles on it, I follow the maintenance suggestions closely, well taken care of, I always get looks and complements where ever I go. The dealer I purchased from sucks ( Earnhart ) so I have to use another GMC dealer, and GM / GMC corporate was no help either, customer support sucks. Overall if you have one of these older Canyons or Colorados and you drive it normally and follow the maintenance you should get a long life from it, I use a premium oil and filter, change the air filter every 10,000 and keep up with the other fluids, I still have the original brakes on it, using a good / high cost premium wax every year and a light touch up every six months has kept it looking like new. The new and overhauled 2015 models seem nice, I may look at those if I ever need to replace this one.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 4.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 4.0
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By WhiteHobo from Bladenboro, North Carolina
Owns this car
November 26, 2022

2012 GMC Canyon inline 5

Well I bought a 1year old 2012 4 door with the inline 5 it had just about 16k on the dash when I took it home and this truck has been worth every penny that I spent in it . I've had No major issues with it other than I had to put a water pump on it and basic maintenance. It's a smaller truck, but I can put my whole family in it with all of my grandsons toys and his car seat and we all are comfy. The truck cleans up really nice and I still get occasional compliments on how nice it Looks So if your looking for a smaller truck with a smaller price tag then give the ol' Canyon a shot.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2012 GMC Canyon?

The 2012 GMC Canyon is available in 4 trim levels:

  • SLE1 (6 styles)
  • SLE2 (3 styles)
  • SLT (1 style)
  • Work Truck (4 styles)

What is the MPG of the 2012 GMC Canyon?

The 2012 GMC Canyon offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2012 GMC Canyon reliable?

The 2012 GMC Canyon has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2012 GMC Canyon owners.

Is the 2012 GMC Canyon a good Truck?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2012 GMC Canyon. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.4 / 5
Based on 17 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.2
  • Interior: 3.9
  • Performance: 4.2
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.5
  • Reliability: 4.7

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