For nearly the same price, I too would choose the GMC, as it has a more refined look, better tires and is still considered "professional grade". Great video Andre!
I watched a video of Silverado's and Sierra's being made in Flint Michigan. They both were coming off the same assembly line one right after the other, which I thought was kind of strange. They're basically the same trucks anymore just different body styles.
@@dubltap7216 They've always been pretty much the same truck. GMC's have usually been considered more luxury starting at base, but there was never anything stopping a person from optioning out a Chevy to match.
In Los Angeles the difference between the 2 in price is about 5 grand not 400 bucks. To make it 400 you need to choose only navigation in GMC but Chevy fully loaded is 400 cheaper. But that is not comparable
I was looking at winter tires for snow recently. The grip they have is insane and I don't like losing control of my vehicle, so I took notice of these tires as well.
That's what I just ordered. I did the AT4 but with the performance offroad package it gave me the Bedliner, tow group, blacked-out rims, and badging it also removed the chin spoiler. My dad retired out of the Wentzville plant where these are made and always bought the GMC version of the trucks and so did his buddy that he used to ride to work with. He claimed the GMC was held to a higher QA standard but this was 20 years ago. I ordered mine the way I did because it is almost exactly like his last truck.
ZR2. I chose the Z71 Rado in 2017 over the Canyon because in my area, there were 75 Colorados to 1 Canyon to choose from, and 5 Chevy dealers vs 1 GMC dealer. Now, after owning a Z71 for three years, I’d definitely choose the ZR2 next.
@@garretlewis4103 ZR2 payload is only 1100 lbs, basically nothing. I own ZR2 by the way. Miss larger payload. Would love to be able to load a cubic yard of top soil (2000 lbs) without having to worry if it will destroy the suspension.
I think I’d pick the Colorado as by the time you add a hitch and spray in Bedliner to the canyon you can change your tires to more aggressive tread but great video as always!!
@@Bpf1893 I haven’t really paid any attention to that really. Only been tuned for 250 miles of driving now and I have been having way to much fun with the extra HP and Torque. +52HP + 80ft/lbs TQ
@@Bpf1893 I got the DuramaxTuner/CalibratedPower engine and transmission tune. It has 4 tunes with on the fly switching between them. The truck is really woken up by this tune, especially with the Trans tune. I really don't know why GM couldn't do any better with the stock tune which is really lacking and has a huge amount of turbo lag/dead pedal, but this tune erases about 80% of that. I still have the emissions/system and probably will not delete that until the warranty for it runs out.
Bought a used ‘18 Canyon All Terrain CCLB V6 in January and I love it!! First truck I’ve owned and it’s done everything I’ve expected and more from a midsize truck. But yes first thing I did was removed the air dam, didn’t change MPG at all. Awesome review!
Hey brother you may be biased but I want your honest opinion. I’m looking into midsized trucks and I’m a fan of the Colorado especially for the price. I hear very mixed reviews on it thought about reliability, what’s your two cents. I just don’t want to buy a truck and have it not last me a decent time. Thanks!
@@brodyfulford6096 I have a 2021 Silverado currently, and am worried about it’s motor; many of them are collapsing lifters. If you’re dead set on a Colorado, i’d get one with the diesel. Personally, if I were in the midsize truck market I would get a Tacoma.
@@limitedslipautomotive that’s unfortunate bro. I’ll pray for your chev 🙏🏼. Also I’m definitely considering the taco, haven’t been in one yet. It’ll be the one if I can fit in it. Thanks!
@Limited Slip Automotive do you go offroading a lot? If so, yes for the Taco. But for normal daily use, the Colorado/Canyon has more front/back cabin space, better mpg, smoother ride and just overall better features inside.
GMC is super nice but I myself can’t see myself in a more luxurious model since I’m a tradesman. The Colorado is just fine for me. Love the videos guys.
@@Maverick09171 True, the 4 banger is quick enough for my needs. I put the Goodyear Wrangler tires on it (same as the Colorado in this video) and it was definitely worth the upgrade. With mix driving it's averaged 23.5mpg, much better than the V6 4x4.
@@ofmyownaccord Lol sounds like very similar mods to my own: Fog lights, aluminum tonneau cover, All Terrain wheels and tires, painted grill, rear sliding window, tow hitch, ....as you can tell I have a problem. 😅 photos.app.goo.gl/jDMd39ZpF1nBrkAe7
Great comparison! Y'all should do an MPG test with the chin spoilers on and off on a couple different pickups. Everyone always talks about how they have the chin spoiler "for better mpg", but I don't believe I've ever seen a real test that proves how much difference it makes.
We have spoken with our pocketbook on this one and ordered a 2021 Canyon Elevation 2WD with the Duramax diesel in Dynamic Blue. Not going to lie, styling was a big part of this decision but we also currently have a 2017 with the gas 4-cylinder and love it so that helped the decision.
The closeness of the price surprises me. From my experience shopping the Chevy dealers are much more willing to give you a “good deal”. I couldn’t have come close on an equivalent Canyon to my Z71 however I do agree that the GMC looks better
Forget both of those the wife and I just bought a brand new 2021 ZR2 and I could not love that truck more. Rides great fits me and i'm 6' 5'' and on top that we got it for 38,500. Such a fantastic Truck
I just bought a 22 GMC I pick it up tomorrow and its fully loaded its not the at4 its the Elevation I can paint my hooks red and put bigger tires I dont like black wheels what so ever i will be up grading them great Video .
Interesting that Midsize trucks now cost as much as Full size trucks and people still buy them 42k is way over priced. You can get a Full size truck with same features for less money. I see Tons of Trail boss. For less money than these. The Dealers and manufactuer must make a killing on these Mid size trucks.
@@aaronbritt2025 That's the reason they were phasing out in the mid 90's. Paying 20k for a loaded Ranger didn't make any sense compared to a 22k f-150.
i find it funny that people keep saying this. ive been looking back and forth between the midsize and half ton gm trucks for a while and i cant find a similarly equipped half ton thats anywhere near the same price as the midsize.
Yes but understand not everyone wants a full size truck. I agree mid-size trucks are pricey, but getting them slightly used is a no brainer. Mid-size trucks are great for trails and have way better efficiency for people who don't need the full size bed all of the time. IF you are people/family hauling I understand the full size. I agree sometimes I am disappointed when I need to throw something in the bed occasionally that requires me to leave the tailgate open and use tie downs, but if I really need to haul that day, I will just hook up a small trailer and have hauling capacity for days. Can a full size get you 32+ mpg highway? nope.
I currently own my 3rd Crew Cab Long Bed Z71 Colorado. My first 2 were V6 and my current Z71 is a Duramax 4WD. Without a doubt my current CCLB Z71 Duramax is the very best. Window sticker on my Duramax was $42000 and i purchased it for $33000.
I bought a 73 Cadillac sedan deville, in LA, my friend had a 76 mercury marquis, with a rusted front, so i found good fender and inner wheelhouses in a junk yard in LA. Two fenders and one wheelhouse in the trunk, and the other in the backseat. When the caddy arrived to sweden, my friend came with his Nissan Navara pic up. We loaded the fenders, only to se that they were to long for the bed, my friend could not belive that my trunk was bigger than his truck. 😂 😂
Just wait until it's on the lot used in a year or two, and buy a Denali diesel 4x4 for cheap. That's what I did, I certainly agree I wouldn't want to take the hit in lost value driving it off the lot new.
Back when I was a kid (late 1950’s) asked my dad why GMC’s cost a couple of hundred dollars more than Chevy trucks. His answer was that GMC used lock washer. 😳
I have a 2021 Colorado with the Duramax. One of the first things I did when I got it home was remove the chin spoiler because it just doesn't allow much clearance when offroad. I've honestly noticed no difference in fuel economy or anything and just my opinion of course but I think it looks better.
Good to see GM changed the way the front air dam mounts. I actually wrote them and suggested they should change how it is mounted especially since it did mention in the owner’s manual to remove it for off roading. I guess enough people commented/complained about it, GM changed it. Took mine off and haven’t regretted it. For me, no noticeable difference in fuel mileage.
For almost the same price, as others have commented, I'll also take the Colorado with hitch and spray in bed liner options. Way more useful for my needs than better off-road setup of the Canyon.
I don't care about the tires. The GMC doesn't even have a damn tow package and also bed liner. I have my own company and tow tool's and Trailer's. Hand's done 100% Colorado. For me.
I really prefer the looks of the Colorado over the Canyon. I understand why people like the Canyon front end better, but for me, I like the more futuristic/modern look of the colorado front end. Canyon looks dated imo.
Chevy Colorado for me. Not a big fan of the taillights on the GMC but the front end is nicer looking. . Other than the front end and the taillights these trucks are almost identical. Tires you can change on your own.
I’m in my second Colorado, the first was an Ext Cab, so I was forced to trade it in for a CrewCab, when we both retired and needed only one vehicle. I’ve never had any issues, get very good mileage, have many miles of effortless towing, with first a 22’, 4,000 lbs travel trailer, then we traded for an all around larger trailer, that’s 26’ ling, by a full 96” wide and up to 6,000 lbs max as the heaviest we ever travel in the 4,800 lbs ready to go but empty trailer. When the time comes we need to replace it? The first place I’ll look is at the Chevy dealer. Both truck are the very same, sure the GMC is a “premium” brand😉, but there are more Chevy dealers around if needed on my travels. Looks are subjective, yes the front end looks a little more like a truck on the Canyon, but from all other angles, especially from the sides with the smooth bulging fenders on the Colorado, look so much better to me than the dimpled busy looking fenders on the Canyon! Just my $.02 worth. Oh one more issue, instead of a Z71 this time? I went with a WT, with every package available, the only items I don’t have are the “leather” seats, with heat, two tone interior and black grill. But I have everything else! For approx 6kLESS! At 33k ! Both are 4x4.
Why would the AT4 not come with a factory hitch? Seems strange to charge the same price when versatility isn’t the same...I do like the face lifts on both trucks but it’s hard to justify full-size truck pricing on mid-size trucks. Good video TFL, thank you.
I've never had any issues with these trucks which is why I've been driving GMC or Chevy trucks for the last 36 years. Not much difference except GMC typically has nicer styling.
I just got myself a 2022 Colorado Z71 with the 6-cyl and 8 speed trans brand new off the lot about a year ago. Funnily at the same time my father went and got a brand new Canyon, 2022 as well. Ours are the same level trim in their respective categories but he is always jealous of mine. Mostly from the fact that st the same price range mine is fully loaded and his has half the features mine has. Including heated seating and steering wheel, lane keep assist/warning, forward collision warning, etc. I gotta be honest I adore my Colorado, got it in the Tan option and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Only thing I regret is getting the RWD, they didnt have any 4x4 on the lot and I needed one quick so I didnt have the choice. But it's been surprisingly capable offroad, especially surprising me in all the loose dirt/sand we get here in Texas near El Paso.
I took my colorado z71 4x4 2020 to my dealership body shop and had my front air dam trimmed and it looks great cost 80 bucks now I don't have to take it off when I go off road
Why don't you guys review and compare more basic models instead of high end fully loaded? Many people look at more base models due to affordability and would love to see more of those reviews.
Yeah, for 10 grand less most people won't even consider getting the at4. Not the economy for that kind of spending, and most who can afford it won't be looking at one of these anyways. This is the perfect vehicle for a young guy who wants something reliable and capable, while still remaining compact and luxurious. These things drive like SUV's, at work we have a 2018 model I drive sometimes and there have been times where the tires break free coming out of a parking lot and I just have to let out a smile
That all depends on what you want! The Silverado will cost more to run and buy per mile, with most cases not have more ease of parking. I had owned nothing but Silverado’s and an Avalanche before GM released the mid sized twins. The Colorado is actually fun to drive!
@@cnoyes72 Exactly my thought when I was looking at Tacomas and these twins. Ended up with Silverado that costed just little bit more end even the fuel consumption is comparable + I have a V8 and plenty of room for passengers and my toys...
Sticker price is 42. Clearly you’ll get a better deal after some negotiating, and given good timing, maybe a much better deal. Personally I don’t get all the fussing about interior. As it is, it’s clean, very functional, and durable. The more plush it is, the more amenities and creature comforts they add...the more the price rises. Love my 2017 Colorado.
I was genuinely interested in this comparison, and i knew you guys were in colorado, but i didnt know you were THAT close! my brother literally works at johnson auto plaza this is awesome.
It is easier to remove the chin spoiler than it is to install one that was never there. I like that they put one on actually. However, I took mine off on my 18' Z71 and installed OEM skids and sliders. LOVE IT for the first 45k miles. For the first 8k miles after removing the air dam I still averaged 23.7mpg (mostly low speed hwy commuting). These days I drive almost entirely back roads and around town. I average around 21 to 23 mpg. However, I only use about one tank of fuel per month if I don't take trips! Design your life.
Andre the only right answer is NEITHER. Great video but it just demonstrates why I drive a Tacoma. More for less. The differences are like Ford and Mercury in the past. The GMC is a tarted up version for more $$$
I love my 2020 Colorado z71 with the duramax it's a beast and 30+mpg highway easy. Midnight edition came with the duratracs and a bed liner ! Picked it over the zr2 for the extra tow rating
If you get 30+ mpg you must not be driving over 60-65 MPH. I have a 2016 Canyon SLT, 2WD and drive 81MPH in 75MPH zones and I get anywhere from 24-26mpg in windy West Texas.
Which one of these truck would I have, answer neither I'm going Tacoma all the way if you really want a midsized truck, but if you want more bang for your buck just step to a full size they both cost basically the same because the full-size truck get a lot more dealer incentives, and you get some much more for your money. But that's just my 2 cents
I’m on the fence with Chevy & close to getting a Tacoma. I’m not too excited about the back seats though. I’m sure I’ll never sit in them so maybe it doesn’t matter.
Random question to the peeps: speaking cost only, is a manual transmission cheaper than a modern automatic? (Fluids, potential replacement vs. Clutch replacements ever so often) I'll keep my car for well over a decade. I'm considering the new Bronco fyi.
If you want to keep your car for a long time yes manual will be cheaper as long as you don’t abuse the clutch. Replacing an auto trans is much more expensive.
My 2019 F150 XLT also has an actual key to start it. I was disappointed about that at first, but I've recently learned how easy it is for (ALL) push button start vehicles to be stolen.The key fob broadcasts a continuous radio signal that always looks for the vehicle, it's not the vehicle that looks for the fob, it's the other way around. That signal can be picked up from 300 feet away, copied, then downloaded to a blank fob and used at any time to access and start the vehicle and drive away. Apparently organized crime is all over this. They cruise neighborhoods and particularly malls if they see a vehicle in demand they'll sit by it, wait for the owner to approach, record the signal that their fob is always broadcasting, copy it and download it to a blank. Then the bad guy simply follows the owner home, gets the address and simply waits for a good time to walk up and steal the car. They immediately drive it to a shipping container headed overseas never to be seen again. And all this time I thought (wrongly) that push button start was less likely to be stolen.
Can I ask how hard the headlight bulbs are to replace. My brother has GMC and changing headlight is an unbelievable task and $500 bulbs. I miss 1999 headlight swing clips. So easy to replace bulbs. And they cost $30
The Colorado has a spray in bedliner and hitch. I like the gmc one better but can't ignore that those are two things I would be adding so I would be curious to see how much those add. 1-2k?
The Canyon's tires are great for stock tires - I had them on my 2015 F-150 - and I couldn't get that truck stuck in the mud, grass, gravel, and snow I drove it in. Granted, it wasn't crazy off-road stuff, but it handled it nicely!
Nice trucks but the interiors are old looking and too much plastic. I like the GMC exterior. RAM has the best interior. Ford followed and update the 2021 F150 but left the Ranger with the worst interior.
I did not see it mentioned in this video but, are the dash lights still the teal kind of color in the Chevrolet and red in the GMC? I know in my 13 Silverado they are teal and my 09 Sierra they are red and the 16 Acadia is red. Just curious if you happen to notice that or not during your time with these trucks? At night time I live in a very rural area so I turn the dash lights all the way down and the teal is much better in my opinion versus the red in the GMC. I might have to investigate this more because I think I'm going to get me one of those GMC Canyons because I also think that's the better looking truck. It will look the same as the one you have here but I'm getting the diesel.
Wow. Similar situation. My friend has nearly the same vehicles and that older equinox is a piece of crap . I've ridden in the newer ones and they are ok but that 2012 is crap!
As an European, after looking through the respective models on the website, the actual 2021 models (US 2022 for some reason) GMC models are better looking. There is also something about that GMC badge. Seeing it as a kid when watching older US movies and usually being driven by government agencies (FBI and whatnot) its way cooler.
The GMC is the only GM Truck I would buy. Buick and GMC are the only 2 Brand names I would buy from GM today. I'd leave the Chevy's and Cadillac's sitting on the lot till the tow truck came to haul them off to be melted down. I speak from personal experience.
Why would they compare an AT4 to a Z71?? Makes no sense. The Chevy should have been a ZR2. That’s GM’s top of the line truck Soooo.. The ZR2 would blow their truck away. Cannot even compare
Some people are writing that these trucks are at full-size prices, which is flat-out incorrect. The options between a Colorado & Silverado don’t overlap; their features are largely distinct - go check the Chevrolet web site & try again. I was a long-time Ford F-150 owner, but the frequent road trips, towing, & kids sports tournaments are over, so a full-size makes zero sense. Most people do not need a large truck, unless it’s used for construction or hauling a trailer/boat. That’s why these mid-size trucks are a good fit & are priced better.
The red tow hooks make the GMC more capable.
Reminds me to pick up a can of red paint.
Is this what makes it professional grade?
Really?? Are they really any better ?
lol
Makes it way faster to.
Like the way the front end of the Canyon looks like the full size truck.
It does I wonder will that help the sales
@@deeplycon638 that made my decision to buy the GMC
Until a Silverado pulls up
@@TermlessHGW lol ugh yeah
@@PumaPete same here
For nearly the same price, I too would choose the GMC, as it has a more refined look, better tires and is still considered "professional grade". Great video Andre!
I watched a video of Silverado's and Sierra's being made in Flint Michigan. They both were coming off the same assembly line one right after the other, which I thought was kind of strange. They're basically the same trucks anymore just different body styles.
@@dubltap7216 They've always been pretty much the same truck. GMC's have usually been considered more luxury starting at base, but there was never anything stopping a person from optioning out a Chevy to match.
In Los Angeles the difference between the 2 in price is about 5 grand not 400 bucks. To make it 400 you need to choose only navigation in GMC but Chevy fully loaded is 400 cheaper. But that is not comparable
I was looking at winter tires for snow recently. The grip they have is insane and I don't like losing control of my vehicle, so I took notice of these tires as well.
The interior is a massive disappointment
GMC - but add bed liner, trailer hitch/tow package, and a bed cap.
Yep, looking at $1,000+ because of that for the GMC.
Agreed
with the same options is about 2 grand msrp difference.
That's what I just ordered. I did the AT4 but with the performance offroad package it gave me the Bedliner, tow group, blacked-out rims, and badging it also removed the chin spoiler. My dad retired out of the Wentzville plant where these are made and always bought the GMC version of the trucks and so did his buddy that he used to ride to work with. He claimed the GMC was held to a higher QA standard but this was 20 years ago. I ordered mine the way I did because it is almost exactly like his last truck.
ZR2. I chose the Z71 Rado in 2017 over the Canyon because in my area, there were 75 Colorados to 1 Canyon to choose from, and 5 Chevy dealers vs 1 GMC dealer. Now, after owning a Z71 for three years, I’d definitely choose the ZR2 next.
James Wheaton Only drawback to me with the ZR2 is the reduced towing.
@@garretlewis4103 ZR2 payload is only 1100 lbs, basically nothing. I own ZR2 by the way. Miss larger payload. Would love to be able to load a cubic yard of top soil (2000 lbs) without having to worry if it will destroy the suspension.
I think I’d pick the Colorado as by the time you add a hitch and spray in Bedliner to the canyon you can change your tires to more aggressive tread but great video as always!!
I've had my 2.8 Duramax Colorado for 2 years now and love it. I recently just got a tune for it, and mine was purchased from Johnson Auto Plaza!
How do you like the tune? Do you get better MPG?
@@Bpf1893 I haven’t really paid any attention to that really. Only been tuned for 250 miles of driving now and I have been having way to much fun with the extra HP and Torque. +52HP + 80ft/lbs TQ
@@pucktoplay1 Nice! Which tune did you do? Did you keep your emissions system?
@@Bpf1893 I got the DuramaxTuner/CalibratedPower engine and transmission tune. It has 4 tunes with on the fly switching between them. The truck is really woken up by this tune, especially with the Trans tune. I really don't know why GM couldn't do any better with the stock tune which is really lacking and has a huge amount of turbo lag/dead pedal, but this tune erases about 80% of that. I still have the emissions/system and probably will not delete that until the warranty for it runs out.
I like the styling of the GMC so much better!
I like the Chevy Colorado because of the ZR2.
@Dale Macarena lol quite a bit of suspension difference amongst other things. Maybe you should do some research.
The GMC interior has the soft touch dash and other soft touch panels so makes it feel and look better less hard plastic compared to the Colorado.
Bought a used ‘18 Canyon All Terrain CCLB V6 in January and I love it!! First truck I’ve owned and it’s done everything I’ve expected and more from a midsize truck. But yes first thing I did was removed the air dam, didn’t change MPG at all. Awesome review!
Definitely GMC👍
Before watching, my guess is GMC. They seem to be nicer inside and IMO look better.
I’m a huge Chevy guy, but the GMC looks better hands down.
GMC has always had the better looking truck
Hey brother you may be biased but I want your honest opinion. I’m looking into midsized trucks and I’m a fan of the Colorado especially for the price. I hear very mixed reviews on it thought about reliability, what’s your two cents. I just don’t want to buy a truck and have it not last me a decent time. Thanks!
@@brodyfulford6096 I have a 2021 Silverado currently, and am worried about it’s motor; many of them are collapsing lifters. If you’re dead set on a Colorado, i’d get one with the diesel. Personally, if I were in the midsize truck market I would get a Tacoma.
@@limitedslipautomotive that’s unfortunate bro. I’ll pray for your chev 🙏🏼. Also I’m definitely considering the taco, haven’t been in one yet. It’ll be the one if I can fit in it. Thanks!
@Limited Slip Automotive do you go offroading a lot? If so, yes for the Taco. But for normal daily use, the Colorado/Canyon has more front/back cabin space, better mpg, smoother ride and just overall better features inside.
GMC is super nice but I myself can’t see myself in a more luxurious model since I’m a tradesman. The Colorado is just fine for me. Love the videos guys.
I got a 2019 GMC Canyon 6-manual and I love it! Plus a lot cheaper with an out the door price of 22k
Super bummer you couldn’t get the v6 or 4x4 with the manual trans.
@@Maverick09171 True, the 4 banger is quick enough for my needs. I put the Goodyear Wrangler tires on it (same as the Colorado in this video) and it was definitely worth the upgrade. With mix driving it's averaged 23.5mpg, much better than the V6 4x4.
@@StangBang35 yeah that’s a good number for mixed driving. My ‘12 Sierra 5.3 is at 16.7 mixed over it’s 80k miles.
@@ofmyownaccord Lol sounds like very similar mods to my own: Fog lights, aluminum tonneau cover, All Terrain wheels and tires, painted grill, rear sliding window, tow hitch, ....as you can tell I have a problem. 😅
photos.app.goo.gl/jDMd39ZpF1nBrkAe7
I have the 2016 with manual transmission. It’s the best manual I’ve ever driven (Eaton).
Happy with my GMC AT4. Just remove the chin spoiler. It isn’t hard, looks good, and it didn’t change my fuel mileage.
you guys keep talking about the chin spoiler on the pickups why dont you do a millage test with and without it on the chevy
Great idea! I'd love to see the "actual" difference. They look way better with it removed...
@@The_Hi_Life removed mine after a few fill ups of fuel. losing out 2mpg only, but the looks of the truck makes up the difference.
@@clintmartell3975 - its minimal. Forums discuss topic in detail.
I have a very low front spoiler on my 2018 2wd Silverado and it gets 23-24 mpg on average. It's not a good feature when running on my farm.
Great comparison! Y'all should do an MPG test with the chin spoilers on and off on a couple different pickups. Everyone always talks about how they have the chin spoiler "for better mpg", but I don't believe I've ever seen a real test that proves how much difference it makes.
It’s a difference of about 2mpg with the chin spoiler off. Also takes 3 hours to remove it yourself
@@0554joe 3 hour😂 it took me 5 minutes
I have a 2020 Colorado and I love it. If it got stolen or wrecked I would buy it again.
We have spoken with our pocketbook on this one and ordered a 2021 Canyon Elevation 2WD with the Duramax diesel in Dynamic Blue. Not going to lie, styling was a big part of this decision but we also currently have a 2017 with the gas 4-cylinder and love it so that helped the decision.
Between the Chevy or GMC in this video, I’d buy the Toyota
@@2011buddylee30 less HP, but 200,000 miles + more reliable
The ZR2 can be had with a long box (6'2"), but only in the extended cab layout.
The closeness of the price surprises me. From my experience shopping the Chevy dealers are much more willing to give you a “good deal”. I couldn’t have come close on an equivalent Canyon to my Z71 however I do agree that the GMC looks better
Forget both of those the wife and I just bought a brand new 2021 ZR2 and I could not love that truck more. Rides great fits me and i'm 6' 5'' and on top that we got it for 38,500. Such a fantastic Truck
I just bought a 22 GMC I pick it up tomorrow and its fully loaded its not the at4 its the Elevation I can paint my hooks red and put bigger tires I dont like black wheels what so ever i will be up grading them great Video .
The choice is clear Colorado ZR2 v6 and neither of these. (Don’t need to tow more than 5000)
I own 2019 ZR2 and love it. The only thing I would change about ZR2 is increase its max payload. 1100 lbs is really nothing
They should make a GMC equivalent of the ZR2 called the ATX or AT-MAX.
Don't they have an AT4 package? Not sure why it's not an option on the canyon.
@@CG_86 Well the Canyon AT4 is not officially out yet (I don't THINK). But the AT4 is kind of a Z71 equivalent, not a ZR2.
@@CG_86 GMC use to when it was the Sonoma back in the day. I believe they called it the Highlander package while Chevy used ZR2 name.
@@MultiPurposeReviewer Oh well that makes sense i thought GM made the Z71 package for both GMC and Chevy tho and the AT4 was a GMC version of the ZR2.
@@mikemissouri5152 It was called "Highrider".
Unless it's the ZR2, GMC Canyon hands down. However GM should have a bed liner in EVERY truck and more tech, especially in a $40k AT4.
Zr2 can’t tow as much so for many that’s a big deal
I have a 2004 Canyon still runs and looks great no problems I love it , for me its the GMC hands down all day long love it !!
Interesting that Midsize trucks now cost as much as Full size trucks and people still buy them 42k is way over priced. You can get a Full size truck with same features for less money. I see Tons of Trail boss. For less money than these. The Dealers and manufactuer must make a killing on these Mid size trucks.
They do. That's why they push trucks and SUV's and are killing off cars.
@@aaronbritt2025 That's the reason they were phasing out in the mid 90's. Paying 20k for a loaded Ranger didn't make any sense compared to a 22k f-150.
i find it funny that people keep saying this. ive been looking back and forth between the midsize and half ton gm trucks for a while and i cant find a similarly equipped half ton thats anywhere near the same price as the midsize.
Yes but understand not everyone wants a full size truck. I agree mid-size trucks are pricey, but getting them slightly used is a no brainer. Mid-size trucks are great for trails and have way better efficiency for people who don't need the full size bed all of the time. IF you are people/family hauling I understand the full size. I agree sometimes I am disappointed when I need to throw something in the bed occasionally that requires me to leave the tailgate open and use tie downs, but if I really need to haul that day, I will just hook up a small trailer and have hauling capacity for days. Can a full size get you 32+ mpg highway? nope.
I currently own my 3rd Crew Cab Long Bed Z71 Colorado. My first 2 were V6 and my current Z71 is a Duramax 4WD. Without a doubt my current CCLB Z71 Duramax is the very best. Window sticker on my Duramax was $42000 and i purchased it for $33000.
Same! I got mine used with 12k miles on it. Love my baby Duramax Z71!
I bought a 73 Cadillac sedan deville, in LA, my friend had a 76 mercury marquis, with a rusted front, so i found good fender and inner wheelhouses in a junk yard in LA. Two fenders and one wheelhouse in the trunk, and the other in the backseat. When the caddy arrived to sweden, my friend came with his Nissan Navara pic up. We loaded the fenders, only to se that they were to long for the bed, my friend could not belive that my trunk was bigger than his truck. 😂 😂
Which one is the truck?.......😂😂
@@Inferno45 its obvious...in Sweden a large car is considered a truck😂🤣
I had a '72 Caddy with white leather and lime green paint. My dad got it for about $200 back in the 80s. It had a 600 + cubic inch engine!
At.MSRP both seem overpriced.
Gmc way overpriced
My Colorado was about $24,000. Pickups get expensive when buyers configure them as a luxury family vehicle/truck with a larger engine and 4WD.
Big time
Just wait until it's on the lot used in a year or two, and buy a Denali diesel 4x4 for cheap. That's what I did, I certainly agree I wouldn't want to take the hit in lost value driving it off the lot new.
My 2020 Silverado Z71 trail boss cost less 40k after incentives, much more of a truck than these two.
Back when I was a kid (late 1950’s) asked my dad why GMC’s cost a couple of hundred dollars more than Chevy trucks. His answer was that GMC used lock washer. 😳
What are lock washers?
Who is "lock washer?"
I have a 2021 Colorado with the Duramax. One of the first things I did when I got it home was remove the chin spoiler because it just doesn't allow much clearance when offroad. I've honestly noticed no difference in fuel economy or anything and just my opinion of course but I think it looks better.
The fact that the Chevy is cheaper and has a hitch is a win in my eyes.
Exactly
No hitch
No truck
Good to see GM changed the way the front air dam mounts. I actually wrote them and suggested they should change how it is mounted especially since it did mention in the owner’s manual to remove it for off roading. I guess enough people commented/complained about it, GM changed it. Took mine off and haven’t regretted it. For me, no noticeable difference in fuel mileage.
For almost the same price, as others have commented, I'll also take the Colorado with hitch and spray in bed liner options. Way more useful for my needs than better off-road setup of the Canyon.
I miss bumpers. Even a mild fender bender these days means $1K+ in damage.
Don’t you have insurance?
@@jeffsiemens4485 Yes, with a 500 deductible.
Well, the Colorado already comes with tow system and sprayed bedliner
The refresh on the Chevy looks great!
I don't care about the tires. The GMC doesn't even have a damn tow package and also bed liner. I have my own company and tow tool's and Trailer's. Hand's done 100% Colorado. For me.
The Colorado is a better product but man, the Canyon looks so much agressive and masculine
I really prefer the looks of the Colorado over the Canyon. I understand why people like the Canyon front end better, but for me, I like the more futuristic/modern look of the colorado front end. Canyon looks dated imo.
Except the boxy headlights.
@@stephenpowstinger733 is not boxy, is manly
How is it a better product when they are identical except for the front exterior?
@@robinsonmac tow package, bedliner, etc
Chevy Colorado for me. Not a big fan of the taillights on the GMC but the front end is nicer looking. . Other than the front end and the taillights these trucks are almost identical. Tires you can change on your own.
I’m in my second Colorado, the first was an Ext Cab, so I was forced to trade it in for a CrewCab, when we both retired and needed only one vehicle. I’ve never had any issues, get very good mileage, have many miles of effortless towing, with first a 22’, 4,000 lbs travel trailer, then we traded for an all around larger trailer, that’s 26’ ling, by a full 96” wide and up to 6,000 lbs max as the heaviest we ever travel in the 4,800 lbs ready to go but empty trailer. When the time comes we need to replace it? The first place I’ll look is at the Chevy dealer. Both truck are the very same, sure the GMC is a “premium” brand😉, but there are more Chevy dealers around if needed on my travels. Looks are subjective, yes the front end looks a little more like a truck on the Canyon, but from all other angles, especially from the sides with the smooth bulging fenders on the Colorado, look so much better to me than the dimpled busy looking fenders on the Canyon! Just my $.02 worth. Oh one more issue, instead of a Z71 this time? I went with a WT, with every package available, the only items I don’t have are the “leather” seats, with heat, two tone interior and black grill. But I have everything else! For approx 6kLESS! At 33k ! Both are 4x4.
Why would the AT4 not come with a factory hitch? Seems strange to charge the same price when versatility isn’t the same...I do like the face lifts on both trucks but it’s hard to justify full-size truck pricing on mid-size trucks. Good video TFL, thank you.
Full-sized trucks with that equipment about $10,000 more.
Dealer options im guessing... I got a 19 sle with tow package but no trailer break controller.
Trailer package is optional even on the Colorado at 250 bucks
I've never had any issues with these trucks which is why I've been driving GMC or Chevy trucks for the last 36 years. Not much difference except GMC typically has nicer styling.
I just got myself a 2022 Colorado Z71 with the 6-cyl and 8 speed trans brand new off the lot about a year ago. Funnily at the same time my father went and got a brand new Canyon, 2022 as well. Ours are the same level trim in their respective categories but he is always jealous of mine. Mostly from the fact that st the same price range mine is fully loaded and his has half the features mine has. Including heated seating and steering wheel, lane keep assist/warning, forward collision warning, etc. I gotta be honest I adore my Colorado, got it in the Tan option and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Only thing I regret is getting the RWD, they didnt have any 4x4 on the lot and I needed one quick so I didnt have the choice. But it's been surprisingly capable offroad, especially surprising me in all the loose dirt/sand we get here in Texas near El Paso.
More options on the Colorado for the same money. That’s my pick
Essentially they are the same truck just with different styling. Years ago GMCs were built better than Chevys but those days are over.
I took my colorado z71 4x4 2020 to my dealership body shop and had my front air dam trimmed and it looks great cost 80 bucks now I don't have to take it off when I go off road
Why don't you guys review and compare more basic models instead of high end fully loaded? Many people look at more base models due to affordability and would love to see more of those reviews.
Yeah, for 10 grand less most people won't even consider getting the at4. Not the economy for that kind of spending, and most who can afford it won't be looking at one of these anyways. This is the perfect vehicle for a young guy who wants something reliable and capable, while still remaining compact and luxurious. These things drive like SUV's, at work we have a 2018 model I drive sometimes and there have been times where the tires break free coming out of a parking lot and I just have to let out a smile
I'd get the zr2 Colorado. If I was in the market for a midsized.
I own 2019 ZR2 and love it. The only thing I would change about ZR2 is increase its max payload. 1100 lbs is really nothing
@@npast1 i couldn't deal with the low payload so snagged a 2020 silverado 2500hd z71.
I agree with Andre the GMC is nicer I like the front end the big tires but no to tow hitch WTF a deal breaker.
I AGREE. GMC for your reasons also!
Yes they’re the same inside but for some reason you look like you fit better in the GMC when you got in.
That price is half ton territory; I think you'd get better value with a custom trailboss silverado (which would be almost the same price)
That all depends on what you want! The Silverado will cost more to run and buy per mile, with most cases not have more ease of parking. I had owned nothing but Silverado’s and an Avalanche before GM released the mid sized twins. The Colorado is actually fun to drive!
I'm sure it is fun to drive, just costs as much as a half-ton.
@@cnoyes72 Exactly my thought when I was looking at Tacomas and these twins. Ended up with Silverado that costed just little bit more end even the fuel consumption is comparable + I have a V8 and plenty of room for passengers and my toys...
Just built a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado with 2.8 Diesel With long bed z71 packed for 4Cab: Crew Cab
Box: Long Box Drive Type: 4WD Trim: Z71 Color: Summit White Color: Jet Black, leatherette seat trim Exterior Options: 17" Bright Machined aluminum wheels Exterior Options: 17" all-terrain blackwall tires Exterior Options: 6-speed automatic transmission
Exterior Options: 6,200 lbs. GVWR Exterior Options: 3.42 rear axle ratio Exterior Options: Engine block heater
Exterior Options: Integrated trailer brake controller Exterior Options: Front 1" Leveling Kit
Exterior Options: Diesel exhaust brake Exterior Options: Wheel flares Exterior Options: Cargo box LED lightingTotal Vehicle Price
Interior Options: Chevrolet Infotainment 3 Plus System with Navigation and 8" diagonal HD color touchscreen
Interior Options: Front bucket seats Interior Options: Bose® premium audio system
Interior Options: Front USB data ports and auxiliary input jack with SD Card Reader
Packages: Tonneau and Step Package Packages: Safety Package Packages: Performance Skid Plate Package
Powertrain: 2.8L Duramax Turbo-Diesel 4-cylinder engine Total Vehicle Price
$46,675 Total Cash Allowance[s] $-2,500 $44,175
Sticker price is 42. Clearly you’ll get a better deal after some negotiating, and given good timing, maybe a much better deal. Personally I don’t get all the fussing about interior. As it is, it’s clean, very functional, and durable. The more plush it is, the more amenities and creature comforts they add...the more the price rises. Love my 2017 Colorado.
I was genuinely interested in this comparison, and i knew you guys were in colorado, but i didnt know you were THAT close! my brother literally works at johnson auto plaza this is awesome.
It is easier to remove the chin spoiler than it is to install one that was never there. I like that they put one on actually.
However, I took mine off on my 18' Z71 and installed OEM skids and sliders. LOVE IT for the first 45k miles.
For the first 8k miles after removing the air dam I still averaged 23.7mpg (mostly low speed hwy commuting).
These days I drive almost entirely back roads and around town. I average around 21 to 23 mpg. However, I only use about one tank of fuel per month if I don't take trips! Design your life.
Answer: Toyota
Thanks Andre for this review! yeap I'll take the Canyon too, but, no bedliner? No tow hitch? Wtf..😄 ok, I'll keep my crv for my restaurant 😄
Andre the only right answer is NEITHER. Great video but it just demonstrates why I drive a Tacoma. More for less. The differences are like Ford and Mercury in the past. The GMC is a tarted up version for more $$$
I would also go for the Canyon. In the future if GMC doesn't make an off-road oriented Jimmy, I might go for one of these.
I love my 2020 Colorado z71 with the duramax it's a beast and 30+mpg highway easy. Midnight edition came with the duratracs and a bed liner ! Picked it over the zr2 for the extra tow rating
If you get 30+ mpg you must not be driving over 60-65 MPH. I have a 2016 Canyon SLT, 2WD and drive 81MPH in 75MPH zones and I get anywhere from 24-26mpg in windy West Texas.
@@The_Osprey yeah cruise control set at 65, never speed I spent too much ! My best is 35.1 mpg so far !
@@The_Osprey I can confirm the 30+ mpg numbers even over 65 mph. But remember, Smitty and I have the Duramax. Do you? or v6?
6:21 Uh, you most definitely CAN get the ZR2 with an access cab and a long box, at least here in Canada!
You can in the states as well.
As always, Andre does an excellent job and covers everything that people want to know.
Hands down... ZR2... Not the AT4 or the Z71 lol
Which one of these truck would I have, answer neither I'm going Tacoma all the way if you really want a midsized truck, but if you want more bang for your buck just step to a full size they both cost basically the same because the full-size truck get a lot more dealer incentives, and you get some much more for your money. But that's just my 2 cents
I’m on the fence with Chevy & close to getting a Tacoma. I’m not too excited about the back seats though. I’m sure I’ll never sit in them so maybe it doesn’t matter.
Random question to the peeps: speaking cost only, is a manual transmission cheaper than a modern automatic? (Fluids, potential replacement vs. Clutch replacements ever so often) I'll keep my car for well over a decade. I'm considering the new Bronco fyi.
If you want to keep your car for a long time yes manual will be cheaper as long as you don’t abuse the clutch. Replacing an auto trans is much more expensive.
I like the GMC. But I love the color of the Chevy.😁
My Bowtie has a Mallet Superchanger called a Blower. 3 inch Catback exhaust and I push 435Hp@5000rpm. Only 1 in Alberta. Mine does 252 Km/hr.
🤔what truck has the best mpg and a good daily. Not trying to break the bank in current market but want a bed
ZR2 is available as crew cab std bed or extended cab long bed !!
My 2019 F150 XLT also has an actual key to start it. I was disappointed about that at first, but I've recently learned how easy it is for (ALL) push button start vehicles to be stolen.The key fob broadcasts a continuous radio signal that always looks for the vehicle, it's not the vehicle that looks for the fob, it's the other way around. That signal can be picked up from 300 feet away, copied, then downloaded to a blank fob and used at any time to access and start the vehicle and drive away. Apparently organized crime is all over this. They cruise neighborhoods and particularly malls if they see a vehicle in demand they'll sit by it, wait for the owner to approach, record the signal that their fob is always broadcasting, copy it and download it to a blank. Then the bad guy simply follows the owner home, gets the address and simply waits for a good time to walk up and steal the car. They immediately drive it to a shipping container headed overseas never to be seen again. And all this time I thought (wrongly) that push button start was less likely to be stolen.
Can I ask how hard the headlight bulbs are to replace. My brother has GMC and changing headlight is an unbelievable task and $500 bulbs. I miss 1999 headlight swing clips. So easy to replace bulbs. And they cost $30
How is the ride on the Canyon with those aggressive tires? If I mostly drive highway, is the ride comfortable?
The Colorado has a spray in bedliner and hitch. I like the gmc one better but can't ignore that those are two things I would be adding so I would be curious to see how much those add. 1-2k?
The AT4 looks better in my opinion. .it has a classy but rugged look to it, would be really amazing if it came in V8!
That would steal sales from the full size department. They’d never do that…
How do they drive? Comfort or not?
I’d take either of these - both great trucks. Thx for the review Andre
The Canyon's tires are great for stock tires - I had them on my 2015 F-150 - and I couldn't get that truck stuck in the mud, grass, gravel, and snow I drove it in. Granted, it wasn't crazy off-road stuff, but it handled it nicely!
In Colorado you get extra liner and Tow Hook. Tires ? Eventually you can put on better tires on Colorado
Which is the best truck? That’s easy - the one with the diesel ...
Why is a receiver hitch not standard equipment on the GMC. I suppose it doesn’t have the 7 and 4 pin plugs either like the Chevy does.
at4, no hitch? Like the at4 look but bed liner and hitch, no brainer. tires are an easy swap and paint your tow hooks red in an afternoon. haha
Nice trucks but the interiors are old looking and too much plastic. I like the GMC exterior. RAM has the best interior. Ford followed and update the 2021 F150 but left the Ranger with the worst interior.
I did not see it mentioned in this video but, are the dash lights still the teal kind of color in the Chevrolet and red in the GMC? I know in my 13 Silverado they are teal and my 09 Sierra they are red and the 16 Acadia is red. Just curious if you happen to notice that or not during your time with these trucks? At night time I live in a very rural area so I turn the dash lights all the way down and the teal is much better in my opinion versus the red in the GMC. I might have to investigate this more because I think I'm going to get me one of those GMC Canyons because I also think that's the better looking truck. It will look the same as the one you have here but I'm getting the diesel.
My Dad's got an 18' Canyon...told em for years get rid a that 11' Equinox...I hated his Equinox.. laughed at em for buying it...Canyons much better
Wow. Similar situation. My friend has nearly the same vehicles and that older equinox is a piece of crap . I've ridden in the newer ones and they are ok but that 2012 is crap!
I really wish they'd put the trans shift on the column...thT would make better storage situation for the center console
I found the difference! The GMC engine is cleaner!
As an European, after looking through the respective models on the website, the actual 2021 models (US 2022 for some reason) GMC models are better looking. There is also something about that GMC badge. Seeing it as a kid when watching older US movies and usually being driven by government agencies (FBI and whatnot) its way cooler.
The GMC is the only GM Truck I would buy. Buick and GMC are the only 2 Brand names I would buy from GM today. I'd leave the Chevy's and Cadillac's sitting on the lot till the tow truck came to haul them off to be melted down. I speak from personal experience.
GMC for sure. ...looks so much better.
Why would they compare an AT4 to a Z71?? Makes no sense. The Chevy should have been a ZR2. That’s GM’s top of the line truck Soooo.. The ZR2 would blow their truck away. Cannot even compare
Some people are writing that these trucks are at full-size prices, which is flat-out incorrect. The options between a Colorado & Silverado don’t overlap; their features are largely distinct - go check the Chevrolet web site & try again.
I was a long-time Ford F-150 owner, but the frequent road trips, towing, & kids sports tournaments are over, so a full-size makes zero sense. Most people do not need a large truck, unless it’s used for construction or hauling a trailer/boat. That’s why these mid-size trucks are a good fit & are priced better.
Weird the ZR2 only stickers out for 2k more?? That would be a no brainer.
Maybe, but you would be sacrificing 2500lbs of towing capacity.
Great reviews as always. Keep up the good work.