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2022 GMC Canyon: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The main change for the 2022 GMC Canyon is a new Denali Black Edition appearance package. Otherwise, this final-year version of the second-generation Canyon is largely unchanged, aside from the Elevation Premium package's new name.
About the 2022 GMC Canyon
2nd generation (2015-2022), final year before the all-new 2023 redesign.
GMC positions the Canyon as the more upscale take on a midsize pickup: easier to live with than a full-size truck, but still useful for towing, hauling, commuting, and weekend recreation. Across the range, GMC leans on bold styling, available diesel torque, and a quieter, more polished cabin than many mainstream midsize pickups. AT4 gives the model a real factory off-road angle, while Denali pushes it into a small premium-truck role.
The 2022 Canyon ranges from the straightforward Elevation Standard and more comfort-focused Elevation to the trail-ready AT4 and upscale Denali. AT4 has four-wheel drive, an off-road suspension, hill-descent control, and underbody protection. Denali adds leather, navigation, Bose audio, forward-collision warning, and lane-departure warning.
What changed, by category
Styling
GMC added a Denali Black Edition appearance package and renamed the Elevation Premium package. There were no broader exterior or interior styling changes.
2022 GMC Canyon specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, VVT, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, VVT, 2.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD / 2WD | 2WD / 4WD | 2WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas |
| MPG City | 17–19 mpg | 17–20 mpg | 17–20 mpg | 18–19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24–28 mpg | 24–30 mpg | 24–30 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 181–308 hp | 181–308 hp | 181–308 hp | 200–308 hp |
| Torque | 275–369 lb-ft | 275–369 lb-ft | 191–369 lb-ft | 191–275 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7550 lb | 7550 lb | 7550–7700 lb | 7000–7700 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 35.8 in | 35.8 in | 28.6–35.8 in | 28.6–35.8 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 4–5 | 4–5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Cruise Control | ||||
| Hill Descent Control | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Power Mirrors | ||||
| Side Steps | ||||
| Tow Hooks | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| SD Card Slot | ||||
| Satellite Radio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||
| Power Driver Seat | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||||
| Tilt Wheel | ||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2022 GMC Canyon?
The biggest change is the new Denali Black Edition appearance package. GMC also renamed the Elevation Premium package, while the rest of the truck remained largely unchanged from 2021.
Is the 2022 GMC Canyon the final year of its generation?
Yes. The 2022 Canyon is the final model year of the second generation, which ran from 2015 through 2022; an all-new Canyon arrived for 2023.
Did the 2022 GMC Canyon get new engines?
No. The engine lineup carried over with a 2.5-liter gas four-cylinder, a 3.6-liter V6, and a 2.8-liter turbo-diesel.
How is the 2022 GMC Canyon different from the 2021 model?
The differences are minor. For 2022, GMC added the Denali Black Edition appearance package and renamed the Elevation Premium package, but the core trims, engines, cab layouts, bed choices, safety equipment, and infotainment carried over.
Which 2022 GMC Canyon trim is intended for off-road driving?
The 2022 Canyon AT4 is the off-road-focused trim. It has standard four-wheel drive, an off-road suspension, hill-descent control, a locking rear differential, and a shield protecting the transfer case.
2022 GMC Canyon Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 GMC Canyon.
4.1
2022 GMC Canyon
(308 reviews)
“The infotainment center is horrible. The user interface is not intuitive and very clumsy.”
“The side step is awkward to use when getting in and out. It has a key ignition. A push button start would be nice.”