Our First Impression 2023 GMC Canyon Likes and Dislikes

Wondering if the all new 2023 GMC Canyon is the perfect truck for you? We were curious to and got the chance to check it out recently. Here are our first impression likes and dislikes for the 2023 GMC Canyon.
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[@philharris4504]

For the first time ever, I actually like the looks of the GMC Canyon. Excellent job on the styling GMC.

[@nogamblinge2671]

My only issue really with the Colorado they made the beds universally smaller but didn’t make the back seats 2-3in. Further back. A bigger cab would be nice. The difference a few inches would make. Lol story of my life.

[@steveengelbrecht7271]

Heard that!

[@HiPlains1]

Yep. And they will soon be alone with this. As I'm pretty sure the next gen Taco and ranger will still offer extended cabs. And Ford has been testing a crew cab with long bed (LWB) which is something they have never offered. GM says there is no market for that. More like GM wants to stream line production to max profits. Because I see plenty of Frontiers and tacomas with CC LWB. GM's plant at Wentzvill can only make about 100K trucks a year. Its not even close to that with all the constraints and supply issues. The real reason they don't care about making a longer bed is they have no issue selling the short boxes with the limited capacity they have. The real reason Toyota is number one is they have two plants and literally have twice the capacity. The twins are very popular but GM has decided to keep the single plant. Meaning buyers will likely pay full MSRP or more for a considerable time with the limited supply. Silverados are starting to see 5-6K dollar discounts. But then again they make over half million of those/year. GM is perfectly happy keeping supply low on the twins and keeping the margins high. This is why this new truck is not really a very good value IMO.

[@stephenbrown3760]

Put a kids seat back there and see if there is room, IMHO all crew cabs need to fit a child’s seat

[@nogamblinge2671]

@@stephenbrown3760 that should be no issue child seats could easily fit. The crew can fit a group of shorter people 5’10 And under no problem. Once there’s a passenger taller than that it gets tricky. If there are two 6’0 passengers in front maybe someone under 5’6 could still Fit but not another tall person could Fit back there if someone tall Is in front .

[@Dusdaddy]

Honestly, if I was going to haul people bigger than a 12 yr old regularly, I wouldn't get something so small. Minivan or crossover for pax. And if I needed a truck, I'd get a full-size. You just can't create space where it does not exist.

[@nlken7175]

No power back window is a big miss.

[@kingleunitas5920]

Might as well call this a 2024 with how long it takes to get to dealerships!

[@AustinApologue]

Awesome video! And glad you didn't cut the "boring" seat adjustment portion ... nice to see everything about this truck since they are hard to find in the wild. And now I know how fast the seat adjusts on top of everything else :-)

[@jobmclaren4150]

I can see it now, so many drivers will be driving around with no lights on with that horrible choice to put the headlight controls on the infotainment center

[@anthonygasparini1734]

Great video, guys! Thank you🎉

[@fishbike2356]

Thanks for the comments on no handle on the A pillar on the driver side. The Frontier also has this issue, 5 total handles in the vehicle and NONE of them are on the driver side. This is the actual reason I haven't bought a frontier yet and am waiting for the Tacoma.

[@tomearly111]

They dropped the 6 ft. bed option. I bought my 2017 Chevy Colorado specifically because I could get that. Both the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon are really nice and great improvements but the little bed is a deal killer for me.

[@Dusdaddy]

Yeah, that does suck, maybe on future years? Hopefully the new Taco still offers it.

[@Educalifa]

At least a supercab with a 6ft bed, c'mon GMC... this is supposed to be a truck after all

[@Dusdaddy]

@@Educalifa The shitty part is even though Ford and Toyota offer it, they chop options available if you choose it.

[@Educalifa]

@@Dusdaddy yup... it wasn't that long ago you could still get something like a quadcab Ram 1500 in Laramie trim. That's now gone as well. Apparently you can only get a supercab/6ft bed in the lower trims of everything now. Weirdest one I noticed, you can't spec a GMC Sierra double cab with leather seats in any trim but you can get them on a Silverado double cab. Go figure...

[@Dusdaddy]

@@Educalifa I switched to a Ram crew a couple years ago and honestly, for my use it was plenty. I actually enjoyed having the larger interior cargo space. My greatest love was the ram box and split tailgate. The two best things I have ever had on a pickup.

[@DT-5150]

Totally agree on the piano black plastic. WHY do manufacturers keep using it? It collects dust like no other material made and when you wipe it off it scratches so easily. No headlight switch doesn’t bother me. I never touch the headlight stalk in my Tacoma that has auto headlights. No sliding rear window is a bummer. For $50k that should be included.

[@deltabravo1257]

9:07 Digital "stuff" is nice.... but it causes just as much "distracted driving" as using a cell phone while driving! Auto manufacturers seem to forget about these things. Forget about trying to flash your lights to notify a trucker that it's OK to change lanes, etc....

[@12B0692]

I like the truck, but GM has left me with a “fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice shame on me” lesson in life and I have not purchased a GM product since the 1990s. Yes, my experience with quality and service was that bad. How dependable is the power train, the electrical, and overall dependability. Dependable > every other metric

[@JimmyGAR1]

The antenna is also on the roof with the previous generation, but that is a small thing. It is a nice looking vehicle with a few compromises but overall I love it.

[@gro24x7]

Good to have another point of view for things we guys miss

[@cputeq007]

The shifter is on the right because it's taller than the drive selection knob. If the knob was on the right, you'd have to reach past / over / around the shifter, busting your knuckles in the process. Then everyone would say "Wow GM is stupid for putting this shifter in the way of the knob". I'll agree with Jill (?) on lack of right arm rest, though -- That's a big one for me and honestly I didn't check it for my deposit-down Z71. Now I gotta go recheck!

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

I just drove home in my Silverado 1500. That has a smaller shifter, no gloss black and has more space for drinks. Bigger truck, sure. But, I have to now wonder why GM didn’t just copy the Silverado/Sierra interior setup and put it in the Colorado/Canyon.

[@MegaOriginalSinner]

Not to mention it's easier to place your phone on the wireless charger if you don't have to reach over the shifter.

[@Wicked_Runs]

Love the styling and improvements but... AT4X Edition 1 starts at $66,290. Even the "entry level" Elevation 4x4 trim starts at $41,395. Gonna need to win the lotto or start robbing banks

[@m_m_m_beer8917]

The shifter position is a really good point. I'm glad you mentioned that.

[@garybeaty4032]

If the shifter was switched with the drive mode control, you wouldn't be able to see the control over the shifter

[@Dusdaddy]

But what if your hand falls naturally down right on top of it? Wouldn't that be preferred?

[@NorthPaddle]

The lack of a physical light switch is the biggest fail for me. When I need to turn off my lights, I usually want to do it in a hurry. With this truck it requires clicking through infotainment menus.

[@kevinu.1202]

I don't know what the deal is with the glossy piano black. Truck designers are obsessed with it, but they are the only ones.

[@kenwilliams4086]

GM should really consider making a 3 row suv based on this platform.

[@HiPlains1]

I agree. The only mid size body on frame available in the US is the 4 runner and it does not offer three rows. And is why Toyota can't make enough of them. They get huge addendums on every one they make. The rest seem to think we need another uni body FWD POS. GM makes loads of that crap. They are the worst in fact. At least Ford made the Explorer primary RWD again like God intended. Still uni body though. But I'd take that over anything GM makes as far as mid size SUV. Also why the police like them. Oh I forget the Lexus GX 460. Basically a luxury version of the overseas Prado. Also a body on frame with the bullet proof port injected V8 with equally reliable 6 speed. Those two toyotas are the last of the line as far as japan built rugged last forever type of trucks. Right up there with the land cruiser. BTW, Toyota will soon be updating them. If your interested don't wait too long.

[@Sacapuntas69]

@@HiPlains1 You can get a 4Runner with three rows. It has been an option for many years now.

[@walkworthy]

Glad I bought a 21 Sierra Elevation for 43k last year. Has the 2.7 but it's fine for me. Black Package which includes side steps. AT tires, Tonneau and bedliner. Heated seats, remote start, leather/heated wheel. Full power seat. Column shifter. Works for me!

[@eddieroberts4892]

Got a '19 canyon 3.6l love it.

[@gordmonteath6090]

Walk how are you liking the 2.7 turbo in your Sierra

[@michaelsylvester7272]

Hey Tim and Jill, Great review pointing out a few things that caught my attention.

[@doublebackagain4311]

They should hire Jill for Energizer commercials - So Much Energy! 😁

[@madcratebuilder]

My 17 ZR has been modded to reflect the 3rd Gen improvements, rear shock relocation, 33's, fr camera, hud I really like the new styling, interior, and turbo. I need a ext cab with 6' bed. Great video guys, thanks for doing it. I get in my truck the same way as you, butt cheek climb.

[@TheJoncic]

Looks good and powertrains are nice but no long bed option is a deal breaker. Toyota will offer one on the 24 Tacoma. Already saw the test mule in that configuration.

[@HiPlains1]

Yeah and Ford had a test mule as well for a long wheel base crew cab with long box. I always love how government motors will tell us what we want or say "there is not enough market for that? Says who? You GM? Or maybe scary Mary (ceo)? Love how they assume we are "OK" with not having a physical switch for the head lights. No extended cab option. Or only offering that crappy smallish gauge cluster on 90 percent of the builds. To get the full size cluster you have to pay north of 50 grand for a ZR2 AT4X or a denali. Yet every single half ton gets a full size cluster. Even the work truck. Also love how they totally knackered the bundles on the Trail boss. If you option the power seats that option goes away if you upgrade to the evotex seats. Like GM does not want you to have both 8 way power seat and a nicer seat covering. They intentionally gimp the bundles. And there is no option for fog lights on the trail boss. That was the real deal killer for me as that creates a saftey issue. Obviously they do this to encourage buyers to pad up their purchases buying a ZR 2 or a Z 71 to get the most basic of features they may need.

[@stevehengy2539]

Great video! Quite frankly, there should always be a two person review for any automobile - IE a men's perspective and a women perspective. You two work good together, If only there were some type of reviews 30+ years ago. I wish my parents could see these types of videos before they bought the "family" cruiser that many of the Gen X'rs piled into. The 2023 GMC Canyon model looks like a great truck for several generations. I have at AT4 on order!

[@Boobtube.]

No oil pressure gage? only gas, trans temp, oil temp, and water temp. Thats odd.

[@larrysimth9077]

The display actually does change to a different layout you have to hold the button on the steering wheel for 3 sec its the lower right button

[@bobbysmith9411]

Great video.

[@joseramos7476]

i think they did a great job, dislikes you talk about are more of a personal thing than a hinder to the vehicle.

[@Jrbettis]

Are there voice commands for lights?

[@MrOconner10]

The bugs! The bugs! Welcome to Western NC. It is a huge improvement over my 2019 but a lot of the same issues. I had side steps put on to make it easier to get in my Canyon. Great video

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Yeah those bugs are legit!

[@jaylee8542]

Watching Tim get in and out of that truck reminded me of one of the reasons I chose to get rid of my 21' Ranger. I put side steps on it but I found out pretty quickly it put my head way above the cab and I had to squirm to get in.

[@Dusdaddy]

Yep, no help at all, just your floor level sticking out. The only good steps are the retractable style. They go low enough to be useful. Most fixed steps are only an inch or two below the floor, what's the point?

[@mikesamson1930]

I never understood the step bumper. The tire makes a step that isn't damaged with use.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

The tire works except for when it is slippery or covered in mud. The step is much better in those cases and it is simpler to use than a tire step.

[@Dusdaddy]

It's a 33" inch tire! Who is stepping that high?!

[@mikesamson1930]

@@Dusdaddy I step up on my 31's with my 5' 8" body, no problem. Maybe 2" makes that big a difference, but I am not seeing it. I have stood up on my Jeep's 33" tires to clear snow, with no bedside to grab. Doesn't the GMC come with 32's? Anyway, grab the bedside and step up. If you want to use the bumper, then fine, I just don't see the need.

[@Dusdaddy]

@@mikesamson1930 The top of the tire is higher than any tailgate. If you have a bed cover or a cap or a full load stepping on top of the tire doesn't help you to get on the tailgate.

[@mikesamson1930]

@@Dusdaddy You are absolutely correct, there are situations where stepping on a tire wouldn't work or wouldn't be preferable. The step bumper makes sense. Thanks.

[@thebigguy]

Not everyone likes sunroofs. I don't care for the glare from the sun and I don't care for the lost headroom. I currently drive an older Honda Pilot that I bought used and ended up with a sunroof even thought I didn't really want one. I never have it open or even have the shade open.

[@CraigSmith568]

I'm in the same position. Used Honda Civic and don't even open the shade. 60 degrees out and I had to run the A/C and it takes 10 minutes to finally get cold. Not sure if the sunroof hurts or not with the shade closed.

[@williamconrad1087]

I feel claustrophobic in vehicles without a sunroof.

[@HiPlains1]

Its a thousand dollar option. Not required.

[@walley2637]

I dont care about most of the light controls being on the display, but i wish they had a real switch for the bed cargo light. it seems buried. or a switch at the tailgate.

[@Sacapuntas69]

How do you turn hi-beams on manually? What about flashing them at big rig to let them know you will let them over?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Pull back on wiper switch. It manually does high beams.

[@Aaronrunco]

I work for the DOT in my state and am always on the road. There are way too many people on the road with their headlights off when they need to be on. So I can appreciate the no headlights switch from that point. But I also think too many electronics tied into the head unit is not good. If something does happen with the head unit do you still have light control??

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Light control? Nope. I would think the lights would default to auto mode.

[@TRDJon]

The new Colorado and Canyon really are awesome.

[@Steven-xj2rf]

I do love the wheels on the AT4. Best looking wheels on the twins. As for rear room I am 6'2" and my stepson at 5''10" had no problems sitting behind me. He didn't comment and I didn't ask. 4 Things I like about my TB 1. Stance -big plus without air damn 2. Cameras - great clarity 3. Center screen 4..Torque - it will loaf around town easily and barely ever sees much more then 3lbs of boost. 4 Things I don't like. 1. MPG - sitting at 14mpg with mixed driving 2. Gearing - drives around under 2000rpm except when going 80mph it downshifts to 7th on highway and runs 2500rpm 3. Lack of shift control. -only downshifts - no upshifts - give me wheel paddles 4. Tailgate storage is not water tight

[@chiefman8316]

I have test-driven 23 GMC Canyon, 23 Frontier, and 23 Ridgeline, Honda has the most interior room best ride, and is a V6 waiting to see what the 24 Ridgeline looks like !!!

[@Steven-xj2rf]

@@chiefman8316 my inlaws have the Ridgeline. If you don't off-road or tow more then 3500lbs it is the best midsized truck. Great MPG, interior space, and drives nicer then a then my TB. I got the TB because I tow a 5000lb boat 15-20 times a year.

[@robertpulliam9973]

Does the lights have a fail safe mode where if the computer has a glitch and refuses to turn the lights on where you won’t have to wait until sunrise before you can go home?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Not sure.

[@JKerr-iy2jr]

GM loves that cheap piano black surface. It’s only good for collecting dust and fingerprints. I had a 2020 Cadillac CTS which was almost ALL that surface and I hated it. Jeep loves it too - Grand Cherokees are full of it.

[@deltabravo1257]

6:35 I AGREE! "Piano Black" (glossy black trim) has NO PLACE WHATSOEVER in a truck, EVER. I despise the look of it in any vehicle actually. The sun glares off of it.

[@HiPlains1]

Should not be too long before they offer those aftermarket carbon fiber trim pieces or cut outs. Those were very popular aftermarket accessories on the second gen.

[@DaveInCanada081]

Are those marker lights or reflectors in the wheel flares? If they are lights they'll stop working in a week or two.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Oh Dave… 😂 they work.

[@bc8649]

my dislikes. 1 fuel mileage, 2 price. 3 Brown interior trim. If I wanted a calf shit brown interior... I'd order it that way.

[@doublebackagain4311]

So you have to take your eyes off the road twice to turn the headlights on manually? Once to find master button, then another to find/touch the lights-on button. Same to turn them off manually. Safety Second!

[@HiPlains1]

There is a auto lights button. You pretty much have to use that. They will go on and off automatically. My question is there a way to turn on/off brights with the turn signal stock? It does a auto bright feature as well but I'm not a fan of that. Still blinds oncoming vehicles and those drive me nuts how they turn on/off constantly. If I had to reach for the touch screen to turn on/off brights that would be a total, complete show stopper issue.

[@doublebackagain4311]

@@HiPlains1 Notice I said "Manually". I have had auto headlights on several vehicles, never seem to work as expected - Tim even makes a comment about this in the video.

[@mikestemig]

Have watched a lot of videos on the Canyon and none had mentioned the lack of the grab bar on the Driver side. That might be a deal breaker for me, thanks for pointing that out!

[@jaykanngiesser3454]

Had a ‘17 Colorado diesel. I like the size of these trucks for a daily. Much easier to drive and park than the full sized trucks and way better on the trail. I agree the shifter is in the wrong side. Like the interior a lot. One HUGE miss, again. No rear power window. Headlight switch is a non issue for me, leave it in auto. Fogs need to be on a separate switch though. Hope the interior material quality is much better than the last gen. They wore way to quickly. But the pricing….WOW!

[@Dusdaddy]

Oddly all the driver feedback says the shifter is in a more natural location being on the right. Have to sit in one to pass judgement.

[@terrencejones9817]

Funny, I think the shifter is a great idea. The drive mode selector should be closer.

[@peekaypee1]

Drive mode selector makes sense since it's a lower profile dial and you can reach it. If it was on the other side, the Shifter would be in its way each time since it towers over it. Hmmm

[@Sacapuntas69]

@@peekaypee1 But every single time you get in the truck to drive, you will touch the shifter, but not the mode dial.

[@Dusdaddy]

Agree but "it's different therefore it sucks!!"...lol

[@gordonmckenney4525]

Have owned Many Cars and Trucks with A Sun Roof, since 1975, and have never opened one yet, even on Our 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander SEL Touring!

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Live a little!

[@joseeduardo4327]

Love the new new look. But man, that GMC logo on the tailgate is massive

[@gerry2893]

The absence of the long bed is why I would need to pass. Hopefully GM will add it soon. I don't want or need a Full size truck.

[@Dusdaddy]

I don't know, I've been living with a 5.5 bed in a full-size. I thought I would notice it more, but it just doesn't affect me. And yes, I've made the occasional lumber runs with no problem. A fleet truck, that I may understand but those are not here.

[@4-LOW]

Power steering wheel? I've never seen that before on any vehicle in my entire life and I'm currently driving a $64k Laramie pickup. I do agree that the lack of a manual headlight switch seems not only annoying but dangerous. No grab handle? No extra space for ingress/egress? What are they thinking??

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Power tilt and telescope is pretty common these days FYI.

[@vr4787]

At least Jill can fit comfortably in the back. She makes it look full sized 👍🏽

[@Dusdaddy]

Yeah pretty worthless for large adults. I wish the seats folded up smaller so at least you had a flat cargo floor. But my passenger carrying days are over which is why I want a mid-size to replace my full-size.

[@vr4787]

@@Dusdaddy I went the opposite direction. I’m 6’4 but I had a 3rd gen Dakota for 8 years. The extended cab and bench seat helped with leg room, and the rear seats folded up. I started moving more things and people so I went to a full size Ram. Can’t imagine going back to a modern midsize truck with lack of room in them now.

[@Dusdaddy]

@@vr4787 well then your in luck, the Canyon has over 3" more legroom than a Dakota ext. Cab. I would imagine you would be most comfortable in a fullsize regardless.

[@Dusdaddy]

@@vr4787 and just to add, the Canyon has more front legroom than a Sierra. Not much but close to 5" on the Ram. That's crazy!

[@vr4787]

@@Dusdaddy yeah I’d consider it if it had a 6.5 ft bed option. I move hay bails and full size furniture often so 5ft doesn’t cut it. Plus the Canyon costs a lot more than what I paid for my Ram new in 2020. The 2.7 is a good powerplant for a midsize, mpg is so-so from what I’ve seen so far. I also pull a 7,000 lbs horse trailer on occasion which the Canyon can do. I still think the Canyon is a good midsize truck overall. It’d be one of my top picks for a modern midsizer if my means and needs were different.

[@wilmarbarrick3194]

6:00 the shifter protrudes vertically obstructing a clear line of reach.

[@Holden-McGroin]

The huge glaring fail here is no 6ft bed! We have four Colorado/Canyons in our fleet and the ‘15 just threw in the towel at 440k. Had to get a Ranger due to the bed size. Really stupid for GM not to offer extended cab/6ft bed.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

It seems like GM isn't interested in Colorado or Canyon fleet sales anymore.

[@jackgresch8663]

You didn't mention the the left side of the dash reflects in the side view mirror?

[@hewster1]

I actually wish my truck wasn't coming with a sunroof, I never open them because I like my cab dark and it's a spot to allow more heat in. I put a limo tint on them whenever I am forced to get one to help fight the sun.

[@stephenreaves3205]

On the shifter, if the gear shift was on the left and the drive mode selector knob thingy was on the right, you would have to reach around the stick to get to the knob, which doesn't seem ergonomic. So it seems to be more organized by physical height rather than frequency of use. Also, one of the things you mentioned was its less comfortable to rest your hand on the shifter while driving, but you shouldn't be doing that anyway...

[@geovanisjorge1014]

Hey Tim, I hope not to offend anyone, but I have been hearing the same comment about the light switch from various sources. Just a quick comment from my perspective for almost 20 years other than to set the lights on automatic I don’t even touch the light switch so much so that in 21. I rented a Nissan versa for a week. It wasn’t until the third day that I realized I was driving on only daytime running lights, because I never think about the light switch. Now, for example, touch my volume knob, even though I have radio controls on the steering wheel and I might lose it.😂

[@lucasg5094]

Whatever company decides to make replacement dashes that bring back knobs and buttons in the center console will make millions. I hate every touchscreen I encounter. My callused, scar ridden, dry fingers don’t work on touch screens well at all. Add in having to refocus my old eyes to see the dash to do anything means I’m going to be hitting something for sure.

[@Dusdaddy]

Sadly, all us old farts who like knobs will be gone soon. This era is about flat screens and we won't be around for the next era.

[@patbromwell8701]

Touch screen gray hair and bifocals = colorful language 😊

[@imhann98]

The Ford ranger still has physical knobs

[@richardvalitalo3670]

Small door, no grab to assist entry, dumb shifter location & I say it still looks like the Nissan Frontier!

[@sturgis97]

I had the same issue with the Ranger as far as entrance, however the at4 is a little easier for me to get in and out of

[@smittysmitty481]

Truck looks great! Hopefully it don’t cost $52k

[@kaivonmortazavi8656]

I believe the full size SUV’s (Tahoe RST, Z71, Premier, High Country etc and the GMC equivalent all have option for panoramic moon roof.

[@jakelee5456]

They do

[@user-vs7ec1wz5d]

No radio antenna? Is the antenna on the back of the roof only for the OnStar system or both? A very handsome truck that anyone would be very proud to own. Thanks you two for a great review.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Yup, shark fin antenna does it all these days.

[@tragicallyunhip5553]

This is the same antenna from the previous generation. It’s nothing new. My 2021 ZR2 is the same.

[@markflaugh2293]

So with no headlight switch do they turn on by themselves when you turn the windshield wipers on? Some states it is a law for them to be on in the rain.

[@JesseLJohnson]

They are auto just like GM has done for years.

[@markflaugh2293]

@@JesseLJohnson i know they have had auto headlights for years. My 2003 Silverado had them. My question is when you turn the windshield wipers on in the daylight does it turn the lights on? Some brands do that now.

[@vincentbeale1316]

You can do more on the driver screen. I've seen it on TFL

[@lewiswatchorn7239]

Why are driving impressions embargoed until May when I’ve seen people posting videos of their own trucks? So, they’re being purchased, delivered, and driven but nobody from any media outlet is allowed to talk about driving impressions…that seems strange.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

It happens more than you think.

[@Tom-ic7hw]

the colorado doesn't have cruise control thats a major deal breaker for me but I couldn't see if canyon had it or not

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

It has cruise control, just an option. Dealers are going to order it that way, so it won’t be hard to find.

[@endlessnameless3996]

Why would you want the transfer case dial on the other side of the shifter where it would be blocked?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

IMO you use the transfer case dial way less than the shifter.

[@bon2198]

If you push and hold the page button, you can change the dash screen to 2 more options.

[@treborheminway3814]

The low Head room for entry, as Tim demonstrated, was/ is an issue with Tacomas forever. Toyota finally fixed it in there new taco. It's a real pain in the neck, for sure.

[@jrshu3296]

Curious. If the light controls are digital, can you use voice commands to turn them on?

[@Dusdaddy]

I don't think this has voice command ability. Only on the Google part.

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Interesting question. I'd have to check it out whenever I get a chance to get behind the wheel again.

[@Dusdaddy]

@@Pickuptrucktalk Something else to check out...can the forward camera stay on while driving? I saw Colorados in the San Diego testing driving the streets with it on. Because those were early builds does it still have that capability.

[@Dusdaddy]

Just found in the manual where you can use voice to control the radio, the Nav, and the phone. But also, to turn on the A/C, adjust the temp, or to ask how much fuel do I have left?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

@@Dusdaddy Front cameras stay on until you hit a certain speed like 10 mph. It is a Federal law item. They can't stay on for more than a few seconds at higher speeds due to distracted driving concerns.

[@roozbehnazer1840]

whats the payload on the Denali vs the AT4?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Not sure, sorry. I ran out of time to compare.

[@Eightball2516]

There are no extra aux switches for more accessories those seats will be ripped after a few years getting in and out that way seems Gm took a lot of short cuts on this as far as interior stuff.

[@steveknight9254]

I agree with Jill, the boring instrument cluster software is disappointing, If gm could do what Audi does with their virtual cockpit boy that would be something!

[@Dusdaddy]

And like she said, it's too easy, it's just software....

[@Boobtube.]

Agreed with the shifter, it is on the wrong side. Why does the gage cluster behind the steering wheel have 3 inches of unused black screen area to the left and right side on the outer edges? The screen could have been 6 inches wider. Maybe Tim can ask his engineer buddies at GM these questions.

[@garybeaty4032]

So people will want to buy the Denali with the full screen

[@Boobtube.]

@@garybeaty4032 ahh, was unaware Denali had full screen.

[@tigerjeebs5048]

Yea, that's absolute trash. I'd rather have analog gauges than a shrunken, cheap digital cluster (as they hope to upsell the higher trim).

[@Boobtube.]

@@tigerjeebs5048 it is dirty pool on GM's part, agreed. I understand a higher end truck should have more bells and whistles, but for what these trucks cost, it needs to have at least the full screen dash. There are plenty of other things they can add to the higher trim to make people want them.

[@tigerjeebs5048]

@@Boobtube. yup. I'm sure the cost for the larger panel from 8" to 12.3" costs the manufacturer about 3 dollars. What a joke. It looks terrible. Especially on the one area your eyes fixate more than any other in a vehicle.

[@jamesm568]

That thing is bigger than my 97 GMC K1500 Sierra full-size

[@ALMX5DP]

It might be taller, but everything else should sway towards your 1500 unless it was a regular cab short bed.

[@AUav8r05]

Great looking truck. I’m anxious to see how the new Tacoma compares.

[@nogamblinge2671]

Tacoma finally has competition. Tacoma is #1 in my book for mid size but the market is making it to be where you can’t go wrong. Even the frontier seems like a great option.

[@davidgroff3355]

No more Colorados for me, Tacoma next

[@northerntoyota7584]

The domestic trucks usually win on features but build quality usually goes to Toyota. If you get a new truck every 3 years then these gm twins will likely be a better choice. Long term I would go Tacoma.

[@paugie40]

Didnt have a antenna on the last gen truck

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Good call. I missed that.

[@SuperSport2024]

No power rear window!

[@aarontyrrell2931]

Hate no grab handle while I’m driving just to rest my arm from time to time.

[@NMTRUCKER]

Fun review. My main interior dislike is the chrome trim around the center console, on the steering wheel and dashboard. Driving in NM the sun always finds an angle that reflects off the chrome into your eyes. I have that same issue on my 2023 GMC SIERRA SLT. I don’t miss the moon/sun roof because it’s almost useless unless you like getting blasted by the sun. Watch out for them BUGS 🪰🦟🪳🕷️

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

Good call. I’ve noticed similar things.

[@jasonbrushett2005]

You guys are awesome keep the videos coming

[@edub8803]

Is there more legroom than the Ridgeline?

[@Pickuptrucktalk]

No.

[@samwolf8151]

The dynamic duo are together!🎉

[@ALMX5DP]

6:05 yeah not sure exactly why but Toyota does similar on the RAV4 and maybe other models.

[@deltabravo1257]

The thing I don't like is it looks too much like the Chevy 1500 front end. (grille, etc). I won't see it looks bad, just that it's the same "look" as the Chevy 1500.

[@JCreole]

Still too expensive for us normal folks….

[@morningdrums]

I have been waiting to see the canyon at4 and at4x. Somethings I dont understand. Grab handles on both sides and in better placements.

[@bon2198]

Trucks should all have a column shifter and 4wd controls on the dash. Way more storage area in the center.

[@malifestro3319]

Not sure it needs to be said, but I will say it anyways. Jill is amazing! Such a good perspective and attitude to have on the channel. And body sizes make such a difference in how you feel about a vehicle, very good points from both of you.

[@Dusdaddy]

DIC could be better. No reason all models should not have the larger Denali version and be able to reset ODO, fuel economy, etc. Light switch doesn't bother me at all, I never touch it with Auto lights anymore, you'll forget shortly after driving it. I would also like a driver grab handle, just nice to have. And I didn't realize that floor is that tall, a step would be nice but that Denali step is huge. Why no retractable step on a Denali? And no Supercruise? That would have separated the Denali from the others instead of cheating AT4 buyers on the bigger gage screen.

[@matth3wc]

Two features i wish it had. Since there are like 8 camers, why not provide away to record them? Its like 80% there, just some software and then some storage device. Then you wouldn't bhave to rely on a thrid-party dashcam. And why not automatic rain sens wipers? Its noce to have when it stops raining and someone passes you or you pass them and they mist you with water that is on the road or for the times that the rain is very inconsistent. Granted if it is raining any consistent amount the ....ya...just turn them on. But id still like it to have them

[@nickburley3964]

I had a 23 Colorado for 5 days, took it back to dealer. Rocker height is too tall, roof to short, tailgate is ridiculously heavy, bed to small. If truck is that tall just as well have a half ton. Elderly buyers are not going to like new Colorado. Beautiful truck to look at, not use.

[@Alfactors]

I'm way late on this, but these Canyon turnin signal switches. Don't work very good and there's no garage door opener.

[@tragicallyunhip5553]

How often do people adjust the tilt/telescoping wheel? I adjusted my 2021 ZR2 the day I purchased it and haven’t touched it since. There’s a bit of nitpicking in this video. You pretty much have to duck to get into any midsize truck. A grab handle is not going to help..unless you’re Jill size. 😂

[@JesseLJohnson]

Only time it ever gets done is if somebody else drives. I could care less if its power or not. My 23 Denali Ultimate is obviously power but if it wasn't oh well. My Suburban isn't not sure if anything I have is power but my Ultimate.

[@Dusdaddy]

Honestly, when you think about it, due to her size she must have to adjust every control on every vehicle she drives. Therefore, those things become very important to her. I get it. Other people don't like the piano black and screen because of fingerprints, which doesn't bother me either. My pet peeve is that the back seat doesn't fold up smaller as I like carrying small cargo there, but the seat takes up too much space.

[@user-vs7ec1wz5d]

You mention the headlight controls are on the screen. I prefer a switch also. If the screen crashes I would assume you need a flashlight to get home.

[@matth3wc]

Headlights and other similar systems are controlled by the BCM. If the screen crashes/freezes this will have no impact on the headlights (which default to auto on every startup) as they are 2 separate computers. The infortainment simply forwards the command to the BCM nothing more.

[@charleshall7690]

@@matth3wc that’s great to know!

[@HiPlains1]

@@matth3wc Hey matt have a question. Do you have to use the auto brights feature on the display? Or is there a way to turn the brights on/off with the turn signal stock? I really loath those auto bright features. They can still blind oncoming traffic and I can't stand how they turn on /off constantly. If their is not a way to control the brights with a physical switch then that would be a complete show stopper for me.

[@matth3wc]

@@HiPlains1 i wish the videos would address that when the mention the software headlight controls. But yes Low/high beam is still right where it's always been on the turn signal stalk. And auto high-beam can be disabled of course.

[@Dusdaddy]

@@matth3wc Would you know this answer: Can the forward camera be left on while driving? Or only temporary? I ask because often I drive on a unplowed snow covered road and it would be nice to ensure my tires stay in the existing ruts made by previous trucks.

[@paulblack5883]

I get the whole complaint when entering a mid sized truck, you gotta duck to get in and I'm only 5'8..live with it in my Tacoma..

[@HiPlains1]

Its worse on the taco because of Toyota's design language. That is they favor a lower chopped roof line with high floor with the seating mounted closer to the floor. Its a common complaint that drivers don't like on the taco because they sit lower with their legs angled more straight out instead of downward. But Toyota never changes it because they sell well. I test drove it a few times and it was a deal killer. Plus that transmission is a total mess. Its a torque starved, early shifting, hard shifting gear searching pile of crap. I actually test drove it a second time because I could not believe toyota would put their name on something that crappy. But the second test drive confirmed it. That was a rather short test drive. Overseas I've driven the Toyota Prado and Hilux. Great trucks. Hopefully the next gen taco will address some of the long term issues. While they are at it they need to toss those rear drum brakes which is becoming a joke in 2023 lol. In fact I think they did replace them on teaser photo that Toyota released. The cab also looks like its a bit higher as well. They should address the torque issues when they put in the 2.4 turbo and the hybrid motors. I think they might finally get the taco back on track in 2024.

[@geezusmeatball1328]

I have a 98 silverado 400k miles i am 5,6 and i dont mind grabing my steering wheel to hop in 😅 and it still solide there not all the trucks have those drivers handles and for the head when hoping in you will get use to it

[@HiPlains1]

GM does not make reliable trucks like that anymore. The good old port injected V8's without the cylinder deactivation crap. Plus their older hydramatic transmissions were really good in house designs. I don't expect these newer trucks to last more then 150K tops before they start costing a bundle to maintain.