2024 Ford Maverick vs. 2024 GMC Canyon Review

Picture of the 2024 Ford Maverick

2024 Ford
Maverick

MSRP*: $23,815 to $34,855
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Picture of the 2024 GMC Canyon

2024 GMC
Canyon

MSRP*: $36,000 to $54,300
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MPG - City 20 - 42 MPG 16 - 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 33 MPG 16 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 33.3 ft3 41.9 ft3
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 2.7-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 250 hp 310 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 lbs 6,000 - 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 199.7 - 200.7 in 213.2 in
Exterior Width 72.6 in 72.5 in
Leg Room Front 42.8 in
Rear 35.9 - 36.9 in
Front 45.2 in
Rear 34.7 in
Head Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 39.6 in
Front 40.3 in
Rear 38.3 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more with the Ford Maverick than the GMC Canyon. The GMC Canyon will be a favorite with tall drivers and their passengers since it has much greater head- and legroom than the Ford Maverick.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Ford Maverick as you will with the GMC Canyon, as they can travel a similar number of miles on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Clearly, the Ford Maverick is a better financial choice over the GMC Canyon, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Ford Maverick is about the same width as the GMC Canyon. If you go with the Ford Maverick, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the GMC Canyon.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the GMC Canyon is clearly the choice over the Ford Maverick for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Maverick has a little less horsepower than the GMC Canyon.

Powertrain
The Ford Maverick offers much less torque than the GMC Canyon, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the Ford Maverick as you will the GMC Canyon. The GMC Canyon has a lot more cargo capacity for hauling lumber or gardening supplies than the Ford Maverick.