Does the 2021 GMC Canyon need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the Elevation Standard Extended Cab RWD.
- All 12 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $327 more a year.
- 8% of 13 trucks (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation Standard Extended Cab RWD | 2.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Elevation Standard Crew Cab RWD | 2.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Elevation Extended Cab RWD | 2.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| 4WD Ext Cab 128" Elevation Standard | 3.6L | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Elevation Crew Cab RWD | 2.5L | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Elevation Crew Cab 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Elevation Crew Cab LB 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Denali Crew Cab RWD | 3.6L | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Denali Crew Cab 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Denali Crew Cab LB 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Crew Cab AT4 5 ft 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Crew Cab AT4 6 ft 4WD | 3.6L 6cyl | Regular | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 GMC Canyon | Elevation Standard Extended Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2021 Chevrolet Colorado | Work Truck Extended Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 | 2WD Reg Cab 140" | Regular |
| 2021 Nissan Frontier | S King Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Tacoma | SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 AT RWD | Regular |
| 2021 Ford Ranger | XL 2WD SuperCab Pickup Box Delete | Regular |
| 2021 Ford F-150 | XL 2WD Reg Cab 6.5' Box | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Sources disagree