GMC Canyon vs Ram 1500
The Ram 1500 is more fuel-efficient at 24 MPG combined, against 22 MPG for the GMC Canyon. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| GMC Canyon | Ram 1500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 403 | 1,997 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 15 and 8 | 113 and 88 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 54,000 miles | 63,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 17 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 22 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City and highway | 19 and 25 | 21 and 29 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 403 complaints for the GMC Canyon and 1,997 for the Ram 1500. 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.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 4 stars for the GMC Canyon, 4 stars for the Ram 1500.
Safety recalls on file: 8 for the GMC Canyon, 17 for the Ram 1500.