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What is new for the 2027 GMC Canyon? GM has not issued a Canyon-specific 2027 press release that we could find as of Oct 6, 2026. Trade outlets report, from GM ordering information, a stronger 2.7L TurboMax, new wheels, 5G connectivity and a universal garage door opener. GMC.com now lists the 2027 Canyon at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft, from $39,900 (Elevation); GM has not announced an on-sale date. The wheel changes remain trade reports.
2027 figures: GMC lists the Canyon from $39,900 (Elevation). The EPA rates the 2026 4WD at 19 mpg combined; 2027 ratings are not published. See the 2027 New Cars guide for the full lineup.
Model-year preview compiled from GMC and GM newsroom material, EPA fuel economy data, NHTSA ratings and clearly labeled trade-press reports. No vehicle was driven or tested by us. See our sourcing policy.
The 2027 GMC Canyon sits in an awkward spot for researchers: GMC.com now lists the same enhanced 2.7L TurboMax for the 2027 Canyon, at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft. This page therefore keeps the Canyon’s reported 2027 changes, its current 2026 official figures and the genuinely unknown items in separate boxes so you can see which is which.
Release date: GMC has not announced a 2027 Canyon on-sale date or production start; GMC.com lists 2027 pricing and the 350-hp engine, while the wheel changes come from trade reports of GM ordering information. Redesign: no redesign is confirmed; the current third generation launched for the 2023 model year, and the reported 2027 updates are a stronger 2.7L TurboMax, new wheels and 5G.
Is the 2027 GMC Canyon a Redesign?
No redesign has been announced. The current third-generation Canyon debuted in July 2022 as a 2023 model and shares its truck with the Chevrolet Colorado; the second generation before it arrived for 2015 and was facelifted for 2021 (Wikipedia, GM Authority). For 2027, GMC.com lists the enhanced 2.7L TurboMax at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft, with 5G Wi-Fi hotspot capability and a universal home remote standard on the Elevation; trade outlets also report new 17-, 18- and 20-inch wheel designs. GMC has not announced a refresh. GMC has not announced a new exterior or interior, so 2027 looks like an update to the existing generation until GM says otherwise.
What is new on the 2027 GMC Canyon?
Everything in this list is reported by trade outlets, not confirmed in a GMC press release.
- Engine: GMC lists the enhanced 2.7L TurboMax at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft, and trade outlets report the 8-speed automatic is retained (GM Authority).
- Wheels: new 17-, 18- and 20-inch designs on AT4X, Elevation, AT4 and Denali (GM Authority).
- Tech: 5G network connectivity and a universal garage door opener (GM Authority).
GM’s full-size release says the enhanced TurboMax adds 40 hp and 25 lb-ft in the Silverado and Sierra (GM newsroom); in the Canyon, GMC lists it at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft.
When Is the 2027 GMC Canyon Release Date?
GM has not announced a Canyon on-sale date or a production start date, and this page does not state one. Trade outlets have reported tentative production schedules, but a build schedule is not a dealer-arrival date, and GM has not said how long trucks take to reach dealers after production starts. Check GM’s newsroom and your local dealer for confirmed timing.
How much does the Canyon cost?
GMC lists 2027 Canyon starting prices by trim as follows (GMC’s pricing footnotes apply).
| Canyon trim (current) | GMC listed starting price |
|---|---|
| Elevation | $39,900 |
| AT4 | $46,700 |
| Denali | $54,300 |
| AT4X | $58,300 |
For context, Chevrolet lists the 2027 Colorado WT from $33,500, which is $6,400 below the Canyon Elevation, but the two brands start their ladders at different equipment levels and apply their own pricing footnotes, so the gap is a guide to entry pricing rather than a like-for-like trim comparison.
On these listings the AT4X is $18,400 above the Elevation. For comparison with its Chevrolet twin, see the 2027 Chevrolet Colorado page.
What engine, mpg and towing does the Canyon have?
2027 EPA ratings are not published, and FuelEconomy.gov lists no 2027 Canyon. These are the 2026 EPA figures for the previous 310-hp version of the 2.7L turbo four with the 8-speed.
| 2026 Canyon | City / highway / combined mpg |
|---|---|
| 2WD | 19 / 23 / 20 |
| 4WD | 17 / 22 / 19 |
| AT4X 4WD | 17 / 17 / 17 |
The 2WD leads on combined economy at 20 mpg, 3 mpg ahead of the AT4X. GMC lists maximum towing of up to 7,700 lb on the 2027 Canyon (up to 6,000 lb on the AT4X), unchanged from 2026.
2027 vs 2026: what changed on the Canyon?
| Item | 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.7L TurboMax, 310 hp | Enhanced 2.7L TurboMax, 350 hp, 450 lb-ft (GMC) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed automatic (reported) |
| Max towing | 7,700 lb | 7,700 lb (GMC) |
| Connectivity | Not compared | 5G and garage door opener (reported) |
| Wheels | Current designs | New 17-, 18-, 20-inch options (reported) |
| EPA mpg | 20 / 19 / 17 combined (2WD / 4WD / AT4X) | Not yet published |
| Production start | In production | Not announced |
Safety: NHTSA rated the 2025 Canyon crew cab 4 stars overall (4 frontal, 5 side, 3 rollover); no 2027 ratings exist.
What do we know, and not know, about the 2027 Canyon?
| Question | Status as of Oct 6, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Does GM publish 2027 Canyon horsepower or torque? | Yes, on GMC.com: 350 hp and 450 lb-ft (no Canyon press release found) |
| Exact output figures | 350 hp and 450 lb-ft, per GMC |
| 2027 price | From $39,900 (Elevation), per GMC |
| EPA 2027 ratings | Not published |
| Redesign or refresh | Not confirmed by GM |
| Production start | Not announced by GM |
The Canyon shares its basic truck with the Chevrolet Colorado, so reports about one nearly always describe both. No outlet we could read has established that the 2027 Canyon brings a new face or interior. GMC has not announced one.
The Canyon is sold in Elevation, AT4, Denali and AT4X trims on GMC’s site. Reports say the 2027 wheel changes touch all four trims and that the lineup also sees paint color changes; GMC.com now lists 2027 starting prices and key features for each trim.
Should you buy a 2026 Canyon or wait for the 2027?
GMC rates the 2027 at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft versus 310 hp for 2026, so waiting is reasonable mainly for buyers who care about power. Against that, the 2027 starts $1,000 higher ($39,900 vs $38,900 for the Elevation), so a discounted 2026 could still be the cheaper route. GMC lists 2027 Canyon pricing from $39,900 to $58,300.
The case for waiting is strongest for shoppers who want the most power in a midsize GMC; GMC lists the same 7,700-lb maximum towing for 2027. The case for buying now is strongest for shoppers who need a truck immediately, since GM has given no on-sale date.
Practical advice: ask a dealer for the model-year on any truck you quote, and use our car loan calculator to compare payments when 2027 pricing appears. For GM’s officially announced full-size equivalents, read our 2027 Sierra 1500 towing capacity page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a 2027 GMC Canyon?
Yes. GMC.com lists the 2027 Canyon from $39,900 (Elevation) with an enhanced 2.7L TurboMax rated at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft, although GM has not issued a Canyon-specific 2027 press release that we could find.
How much horsepower will the 2027 Canyon have?
GMC rates the 2027 Canyon’s enhanced 2.7L TurboMax at 350 hp and 450 lb-ft, up from 310 hp on the 2026 truck.
How much does the Canyon cost?
GMC lists the 2027 Canyon from $39,900 for the Elevation, $46,700 for the AT4, $54,300 for the Denali and $58,300 for the AT4X.
What is the Canyon’s fuel economy?
For 2026, the EPA rates the 2WD at 19 city, 23 highway and 20 combined mpg, the 4WD at 17, 22 and 19, and the AT4X at 17 combined. 2027 ratings are not published.
How much can the Canyon tow?
GMC lists up to 7,700 lb for the 2027 Canyon (6,000 lb for the AT4X), the same as the 2026 truck.
When is the 2027 GMC Canyon release date?
GMC has not announced a 2027 Canyon on-sale date or production start as of October 2026. Trade outlets have reported tentative production schedules, but a build schedule is not a dealer-arrival date.
Is the 2027 GMC Canyon a redesign?
No redesign has been announced. The current third generation debuted for the 2023 model year. GMC.com confirms the enhanced 2.7L TurboMax (350 hp, 450 lb-ft) and lists 5G Wi-Fi hotspot capability for 2027; trade outlets also report new wheels.
Notice: The 2027 Canyon engine output, towing and pricing come from GMC.com; other details come from trade-press reports of GM ordering information and may change. This page will be updated when GM publishes official 2027 Canyon information. NextCarReview.com does not receive compensation from automakers or dealers for editorial coverage.
Specs, prices and safety ratings change between model years and trims. Verify them for the exact truck you are considering:
2027 Trucks Guide
Every 2027 model in one place: 2027 New Cars guide. More in this series:
Data Sources and Verification
- GMC: truck lineup and starting prices
- GM: Small Block V8 and enhanced TurboMax release
- EPA: 2026 Canyon 2WD
- EPA: 2026 Canyon 4WD
- EPA: 2026 Canyon AT4X 4WD
- NHTSA ratings: 2025 GMC Canyon
- GM Authority: 2027 Colorado, Canyon power and torque (trade report)
- GM Authority: 2027 Canyon TurboMax (trade report)
- GM Authority: 2027 Canyon connectivity features (trade report)
- GM Authority: 2027 Canyon wheels (trade report)
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