'06 GMC Canyon

The 2006 GMC Canyon is a very attractive and rugged compact pickup truck. This truck comes with a number of great standard features and several different trim and performance packages to suit any driver's needs.

Buyers can pick and choose packages ranging from long beds for increased hauling capability to extended cabs for more passenger or interior cargo space.

The 2006 Canyon is available with either a standard 4-cylinder 175-hp engine or an optional inline 5-cylinder 220-hp engine. Buyers can also choose between an automatic or 5-speed manual transmission.

New for the 2006 GMC Canyon model is the release of the ZQ8 Suspension Package which includes sport suspension. Depending on the needs of the driver, the Canyon also comes with a choice of a capable rear wheel drive or a more durable and powerful 4WD model.

2006 GMC Canyon

The 2006 GMC Canyon is the final year for the 2.8L and 3.5L engines while improvements to performance and styling of the GMC Canyon are planned for the near future.

Engine Specs:

• 2.8L Inline-4 producing 175HP and 185FTLB of torque. Double-Over-Head-Cam design with four-valves per cylinder for a total of 16. EPA-estimated 21mpg in the city and 26mpg on the highway

• 3.5L Inline-5 engine pushing 242HP and 242FTLB of torque. Double-Over-Head-Cam design featuring four valves for a total of 20 valves in all. The EPA has estimated this engine to obtain 19mpg around the city and up to 25mpg on the highway

The 2006 GMC Canyon features three variants: Regular Cab, Extended Cab and Crew Cab seating a total of six (6) passengers and either two or four-door versions.