GMC Canyon vs Toyota Tacoma
The GMC Canyon is more fuel-efficient at 25 MPG combined, against 21 MPG for the Toyota Tacoma. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| GMC Canyon | Toyota Tacoma | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 361 | 418 |
| Most reported problem | Steering | Drivetrain & axles |
| Crashes and fires | 13 and 5 | 4 and 7 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 48,000 miles | 16,000 miles |
| Recalls | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 25 MPG | 21 MPG |
| City and highway | 22 and 30 | 19 and 23 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,850 | $3,200 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 361 complaints for the GMC Canyon and 418 for the Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma.
Safety recalls on file: 4 for the GMC Canyon, 4 for the Toyota Tacoma.