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GMC Canyon I Crew cab 5.3 V8 (300 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
GMC Canyon:
The Chevrolet Colorado is a series of compact pickup trucks and mid-size pickup trucks marketed by American automaker General Motors. They were introduced in 2004 to replace the Chevrolet S-10 and GMC S-15/Sonoma compact pickups. The Colorado is named after the U. S. state of Colorado, while the Canyon took its name from the deep chasm between cliffs.
The Chevrolet Colorado and its twin, the GMC Canyon, were jointly designed by GM's North American operations, GM's Brazil operations, and Isuzu, which began selling its own version worldwide in 2002. Production began in October 2003. In late 2005, Isuzu offered a version in North America called the Isuzu i-series. This North American model Isuzu shared North American powertrains, styling, and equipment with the Colorado/Canyon twins and differed from Isuzu's worldwide offering. All Chevrolet, GMC, and Isuzu versions worldwide are based on the GMT355, itself the basis for the GMT 345-based Hummer H3. Most vehicles for markets outside North America are manufactured at a GM plant in Rayong, Thailand. All North American-market vehicles were manufactured by Shreveport Operations....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Crew cab Overview:
GMC Canyon (I Crew cab). With 434 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1820 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.3 V8 (300 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 5.3L V8 transforms the Canyon into a powerful workhorse, offering excellent acceleration and superior towing/hauling capabilities, unmatched by other engines in the lineup.
Fuel Economy
Significantly lower fuel economy compared to the I4 and I5 engines, but expected for a V8 in a truck of this size.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Available V8 engine offers class-leading power and towing capacity.
- • Crew cab configuration provides practical passenger and cargo space.
- • Robust body-on-frame construction for durability and utility.
- • Good off-road capability with 4WD options.
- • Generally reliable powertrains, especially the I5 and V8.
Cons:
- • Base 4-cylinder engines can feel underpowered, especially with loads or 4WD.
- • Interior quality and design are somewhat dated compared to rivals.
- • Fuel economy, particularly with the V8 and 4WD, is a significant drawback.
- • Ride comfort can be stiff due to leaf spring rear suspension.
- • Limited advanced safety features for the era.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Extended cab: 2007 - 2012).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | GMC |
| Model: | Canyon |
| Generation: | I Crew cab |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.3 V8 (300 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2009 |
| End of production: | 2012 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5-6 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 300 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.3 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 434 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LH8 More details about the engine LH8 |
| Engine displacement: | 5328 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHV |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 13 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6000 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 15.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.1 kg/Hp, 164.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.2 kg/Nm, 238.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1820 |
| Max. weight: | 2268 |
| Max load: | 448 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1040 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 74.2 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5260 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1717 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1656 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3200 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1460 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1460 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 167 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Hydra-Matic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/50 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Leaf spring |
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