2024 GMC Canyon AT4X

The 2024 GMC Canyon is a midsize pickup that slots above the Chevrolet Colorado, offering a more premium take on the segment with upscale trims like the Denali. It competes with the Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma, and Jeep Gladiator, though it leans more toward comfort and refinement than hard-core off-roading. The Canyon drives with a composed, truck-like feel, and the steering is accurate enough for daily driving and light trail work. Inside, the cabin is well laid out with a large touchscreen and quality materials, though rear-seat space is tight for a crew cab. The AT4X is the off-road-focused top trim above the AT4, with the same 2.7L I4 and 310 horsepower as the rest of the lineup, but adds underbody protection and a wider track. Its 2.7L I4 and eight-speed automatic send 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque through four-wheel drive, and you'll hit 18 mpg combined in mixed driving. Multimatic DSSV spool-valve dampers and front and rear locking differentials are standard on the AT4X, so it's ready for more aggressive terrain than the Denali.