2012 GMC Canyon
US · Pickup · Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
The 2012 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Drivetrain
- Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
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 |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
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 | 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
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 October 14, 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
11V552000: SEAT BELTS:FRONT
GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 CHEVROLET COLORADO AND GMC CANYON VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 9, 2011, THROUGH OCTOBER 19, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITH DRIVER SAFETY BELT BUCKLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TERMINALS THAT DO…
Remedy: GM WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR TERMINALS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE DECEMBER 7, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND…
Reported November 17, 2011. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 14, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 14, 2026
Data verified: October 14, 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 2012 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 2012 GMC Canyon?
Combined fuel economy is 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2012 GMC Canyon front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.
Are there recalls for the 2012 GMC Canyon?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 14, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.