2021 Ford Ranger vs. 2021 GMC Canyon
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Ford Ranger and 2021 GMC Canyon 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 2021 Ford Ranger and the 2021 GMC Canyon.
When comparing the 2021 Ford Ranger's and the 2021 GMC Canyon's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Ranger has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Ford Ranger's and the 2021 GMC Canyon's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Ford Ranger is a better car than the 2021 GMC Canyon.
Pricing: A used 2021 Ford Ranger ranges from $25,897 to $39,188 while a used 2021 GMC Canyon is priced between $26,999 to $39,994.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Ford Ranger loses 30.1 percent of its value and the 2021 GMC Canyon loses 32 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Ford Ranger retains 1.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 GMC Canyon.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Ford Ranger is 8.5 out of 10 while the GMC Canyon's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Ford Ranger being ranked 3 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks and the GMC Canyon being ranked 4 out of 7.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Ford Ranger is 8.8 out of 10. For the GMC Canyon the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Ford Ranger a slight advantage in reliability compared to the GMC Canyon.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2021 Ford Ranger’s base engine makes 270 horsepower, and the 2021 GMC Canyon base engine makes 200 horsepower. The Ranger is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The Canyon is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles.This gives the 2021 Ford Ranger the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 GMC Canyon the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths: Both the 2021 Ford Ranger and the 2021 GMC Canyon are available in Crew Cabor an Extended Cab configuration. The 2021 Ford Ranger offers bed lengths of 61 and 72.8 inches, and the 2021 GMC Canyon offers bed lengths of 61.7 and 74 inches.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2021 Ford Ranger and the 2021 GMC Canyon have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$25,070
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$28,828
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$25,070 - $36,490
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$26,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$28,828
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$25,070 - $36,490
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$32,665
Price Range:
$25,897 - $39,188
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$32,890
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,921 - $38,499
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,401
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
43,754
# Good or Great Deals:
497
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$34,207
Price Range:
$26,999 - $39,994
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$32,890
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
$26,921 - $38,499
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
361
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
47,557
# Good or Great Deals:
140
Ford Ranger Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.5 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Canyon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Ford Ranger
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
11.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
9.2 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
46.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 GMC Canyon
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
10.6
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
9.2 - 11.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
42.7%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 20.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.3
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
2.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Pickup Trucks)
1.7 - 20.3
Ford Ranger Rankings
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6 out of / 6Summary Review
Ford discontinued its iconic Ranger small pickup truck in 2011 despite a large, loyal fanbase. It recovered from that mistake by introducing an all-new Ford Ranger in 2019. The old and new Ranger small truck have nothing at all in common, and most older Ranger used trucks are now "fully depreciated,” to say it kindly. We’ll focus our comments on the new Ranger.
Summary 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.
Pros and Cons
- Excellent fuel-efficient 2.3-liter EcoBoost engine standard
- Tremor off-road trim option
- Modern infotainment
- Class-leading payload capacity
- Mixed reliability scores
- Retained value hard to predict (too new)
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
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
61 inches, 72.8 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
61.7 inches, 74 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
2021 Ford Ranger Trim Levels
Lariat, XL, XLT
2021 GMC Canyon Trim Levels
AT4, Denali, Elevation, Elevation Standard
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:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
3 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
310 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1860 lbs
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:
1430 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 26 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
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):
19 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Alloy wheels:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Wifi:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
30.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
89.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4145 lbs
Width:
85.8 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
210.8 inches
Wheelbase:
126.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3932 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
212.4 inches
Wheelbase:
128.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P255/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Shadow Black
Blue
Velocity Blue
Gray
Cactus Gray / Carbonized Gray
Red
Race Red / Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Iconic Silver
White
Oxford White
Exterior Colors
Black
Onyx Black
Blue
Dynamic Blue Metallic
Gray
Satin Steel Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
White
Summit White
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Jet Black/Dark Ash
