2022 GMC Canyon AT4

The 2022 GMC Canyon is a mid-size pickup that slots below the full-size Sierra, offering a more maneuverable footprint with a premium twist. It competes with the Toyota Tacoma, Ford Ranger, and Chevrolet Colorado, but leans more upscale than those mainstream rivals. The Canyon feels composed on the highway and handles dirt roads with confidence, though the ride can be firm over rough pavement. Inside, the cabin is well-built with available leather and a user-friendly infotainment system, but rear-seat space is tight in crew cab models. Stepping up to the AT4 from the Elevation adds an off-road suspension, a two-speed transfer case, and chunky 31-inch all-terrain tires for genuine trail capability. The 3.6L V6 makes 308 horsepower and pairs with an eight-speed automatic that shifts smoothly around town but holds gears through off-road sections. The locking rear differential, hill descent control, and red recovery hooks mean this Canyon is ready for tougher terrain than its Denali sibling.