Ford Ranger vs GMC Canyon
The Ford Ranger is more fuel-efficient at 22 MPG combined, against 20 MPG for the GMC Canyon. At EPA assumptions that is about $300 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Ford Ranger | GMC Canyon | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 148 | 262 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Lighting |
| Crashes and fires | 3 and 0 | 0 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 4,000 miles | 4,000 miles |
| Recalls | 13 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 20 MPG |
| City and highway | 21 and 25 | 19 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $3,350 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 148 complaints for the Ford Ranger and 262 for the GMC Canyon. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 13 for the Ford Ranger, 3 for the GMC Canyon.