2020 GMC Canyon vs. 2020 Jeep Gladiator
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 GMC Canyon and 2020 Jeep Gladiator contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 GMC Canyon and the 2020 Jeep Gladiator.
When comparing the 2020 GMC Canyon's and the 2020 Jeep Gladiator's specifications and ratings, the 2020 GMC Canyon has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2020 Jeep Gladiator has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2020 GMC Canyon's and the 2020 Jeep Gladiator's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2020 GMC Canyon ranges from $23,992 to $37,999 while a used 2020 Jeep Gladiator is priced between $28,497 to $44,989.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 GMC Canyon loses 32 percent of its value and the 2020 Jeep Gladiator loses 29.7 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Jeep Gladiator retains 2.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 GMC Canyon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 GMC Canyon’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2020 Jeep Gladiator base engine makes 285 horsepower. The Canyon is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The Gladiator is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. This gives the 2020 GMC Canyon the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2020 Jeep Gladiator. Both models use regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: The 2020 GMC Canyon is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the 2020 Jeep Gladiator is available in a Crew Cab configuration. The 2020 GMC Canyon offers bed lengths of 61.7 and 74 inches, and the 2020 Jeep Gladiator offers a bed length of 60.3 inches.
Safety Ratings: The 2020 GMC Canyon has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,200
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,885
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$21,300 - $33,900
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$33,545
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,885
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$21,300 - $33,900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$31,391
Price Range:
$23,992 - $37,999
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$30,675
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,549 - $35,847
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
130
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
66,476
# Good or Great Deals:
41
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$35,847
Price Range:
$28,497 - $44,989
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$30,675
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,549 - $35,847
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,317
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
62,079
# Good or Great Deals:
418
GMC Canyon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Jeep Gladiator Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 GMC Canyon
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
9.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
9.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
8.2 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
42.7%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Jeep Gladiator
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
9.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
8.2 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1 - 21.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1 - 21.2
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7 out of / 7Summary Review
The GMC Canyon is a near-twin of the Chevrolet Colorado. They are made on the same assembly lines with the same key components. GM markets the GMC Canyon as a more upscale or professional grade version of the same Colorado design. Even the warranty is identical.
Summary Review
The Jeep Gladiator entered the midsize truck market in 2020 after many decades in retirement. Under its recent owners, FCA America and now Stellantis, Jeep has thrived; and its new models are hits. The new Gladiator is no exception.
Pros and Cons
- Well-rounded modern design
- Turbodiesel option
- Solid infotainment technology
- Big discounts off new sticker price are common
- Big discounts off sticker price make used Canyon values unclear
- Reliability issues in past models include transmission
- Standard four-cylinder engine feels inadequate in an upscale model
Pros and Cons
- Rubicon trim tops the off-road segment
- Diesel option
- Best-in-class tow rating
- Jeep wave from fellow owners
- Included maintenance for three years
- Polarizing styling
- Pricey
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
61.7 inches, 74 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
60.3 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 GMC Canyon Trim Levels
All Terrain, Base, Denali, SL, SLE, SLT
2020 Jeep Gladiator Trim Levels
Launch Edition, Mojave, North Edition, Overland, Rubicon, Sport, Sport Altitude, Sport S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
191 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1426 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
4000 lbs
Max Payload:
1600 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bluetooth:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
42.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.7 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
103.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3943 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
212.4 inches
Wheelbase:
128.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4650 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
75 inches
Length:
218 inches
Wheelbase:
137.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
10 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
245/75R17
Exterior Colors
Black
Carbon Black Metallic / Onyx Black
Blue
Blue Emerald Metallic / Marine Blue Metallic
Gray
Dark Sky Metallic / Satin Steel Metallic
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Summit White
Brown
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clear Coat
Blue
Hydro Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Sting-Gray Clear Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Brown
Gobi Clear Coat
Green
Gator Clear Coat
Orange
Punk'n Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Firecracker Red Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Gray
Jet Black/Dark Ash
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Beige
Black/Heritage Tan
Black
Black
