2012 GMC Canyon
A mid-size truck with full-size attitude. 2012 Canyon can take on the toughest tasks without breaking a sweat. The proof is built in, with best-in-class standard four-cylinder horsepower and trailering capacity of up to 6,000 lbs.18 Engineered never to back down from a challenge, Canyon is proof that the spirit of big ideas and bold dreams will never disappear.
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Specifications
MODELS
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| Regular Cab 2WD/4WD | ■ | ■ | |
| Extended Cab 2WD/4WD | ■ | ■ | ■ |
| Crew Cab 2WD/4WD | ■ | ■ |
EPA-ESTIMATED FUEL ECONOMY IN MPG (CITY/HIGHWAY)
| 2WD CITY/HWY. | 4WD CITY/HWY. | |
| Vortec 2.9L I-4 manual | 18/25 | 18/24 |
| Vortec 2.9L I-4 automatic | 18/25 | 17/23 |
| Vortec 3.7L I-5 automatic (Reg., Ext. and Crew Cab) | 17/23 | 17/23 |
| Vortec 5.3L V8 automatic (Extended Cab and Crew Cab) | 14/20 | 14/19 |
MAXIMUM CAPACITIES
| Cargo volume (cu. ft.)1 | 37.0-44.0 |
| Payload (lbs.)2 | 1,170-1,429 |
| Fuel tank (gal. approx.) | 19 |
| Seating | 3-6 |
| Trailering (lbs.)3 | 1,900-6,000 |
| GVWR4 | 4,850-5,300 |
EXTERIOR FEATURES
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| Bedliner | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Bodyguard Package: Bed rail protectors and Molded splash guards | Optional | Optional | Not Available |
| Window: sliding, rear (not available for the SLE-1) | Not Available | Standard | Standard |
ENGINES/CHASSIS FEATURES
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| Engine: 2.9L DOHC I-4, with 185 hp | Standard | Standard | Not Available |
| Engine: 3.7L DOHC I-5, with 242 hp | Not Available | Optional5 | Standard |
| Engine: 5.3L V8 SFI, with 300 hp | Not Available | Optional6 | Optional6 |
| Differential: Eaton® locking rear7 | Not Available | Optional8 | Standard |
| Suspension Package: Z85 Heavy-Duty | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Suspension Package: Z71 High-Stance Off-Road | Not Available | Optional9 | Optional9 |
| Transfer case: electronic-shift; includes dash-mounted controls (4WD models only) | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Transmission: five-speed manual | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Transmission: four-speed automatic | Standard | Standard | Standard |
SAFETY AND SECURITY FEATURES
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| Air bags:10 frontal, driver and right-front passenger; includes Passenger Sensing System; side-impact, front and rear occupant head-curtain side-impact | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Brakes: four-wheel antilock, front disc/rear drum | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| OnStar®:11 Directions & Connections® Plan for the first six months | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| StabiliTrak® Electronic Stability Control System with Traction Control | Standard | Standard | Standard |
INTERIOR FEATURES
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| Power Convenience Package: power windows, power-programmable door locks, power outside mirrors, inside rearview auto-dimming mirror with compass, outside temperature display and Remote Keyless Entry | Not Available | Standard | Standard |
SEATING
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| Front buckets: leather-appointed, two-position, heated, with power lumbar adjusters; include eight-way power-adjustable driver seat and six-way power-adjustable passenger seat (not available for the SLE-1) | Not Available | Standard | Standard |
| Front, 60/40 split-bench in vinyl | Optional | Not Available | Not Available |
| Front, 60/40 split-bench with recliners in Deluxe Cloth | Standard | Standard | Not Available |
| Front, bucket with recliners in Deluxe Cloth | Not Available | Optional12 | Not Available |
| Rear, 60/40 flat-folding, split-bench (Crew Cab models only) | Not Available | Standard | Standard |
| Rear, forward-facing, flat-folding jump seat with rear storage compartment (Extended Cab models only) | Optional13 | Standard | Standard |
SOUND SYSTEMS
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| AM/FM stereo with seek-scan and digital clock | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
| AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player and Radio Data System (RDS)14 | Not Available | Standard | Standard |
| Personal Audio Link15 | Not Available | Optional | Optional |
| SiriusXM Radio:16 with three trial months | Optional | Standard | Standard |
WHEELS
| WT | SLE | SLT | |
| 16-inch steel | Standard | Not Available | Not Available |
| 16-inch aluminum | Not Available | Standard | Standard |
| 17-inch chrome-clad (requires Z71 High-Stance Off-Road suspension) | Not Available | Optional | Optional |
AVAILABLE DEALER-INSTALLED GMC ACCESSORIES17
| Brush Grille Guards | Hard Tonneau Cover |
| Chrome Fuel Door | Molded Splash Guards |
| Chrome Tubular Assist Steps | Premium All-Weather Floor Mats |
- 1 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution.
- 2 Maximum payload capacity includes weight of driver, passengers, optional equipment and cargo.
- 3 Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your GMC dealer for additional details.
- 4 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. When properly equipped; includes weight of vehicle, driver, passengers, cargo and optional equipment.
- 5 Not available with five-speed manual transmission.
- 6 Requires available four-speed automatic transmission. Not available on Regular Cab models.
- 7 Not available with 2WD Regular Cab models with Northeast or California emissions.
- 8 Standard with Z71 High-Stance Off-Road Suspension Package.
- 9 Requires available 3.7L DOHC I-5 engine or 5.3L V8 SFI engine. Not available on Regular Cab models.
- 10 Always use safety belts and child restraints. Children are safer when properly secured in a rear seat in the appropriate child restraint. See the Owner's Manual for more information.
- 11 Visit onstar.com for coverage map, details and system limitations. Services vary by model and conditions.
- 12 Requires Extended or Crew Cab models.
- 13 Requires available carpeted floor covering.
- 14 RDS functions only where stations broadcast RDS information.
- 15 Requires AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player.
- 16 Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after three-month trial. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and Washington, D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details.
- 17 Some accessories may not be available on all models. See dealer for details.
- 18 Maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any option(s) necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your GMC dealer for details.
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