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2022 GMC
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2023 Hyundai
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| MPG - City | 17 - 19 MPG | 19 - 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 24 - 25 MPG | 25 - 27 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 2 - 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 41.3 - 49.9 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 200 - 308 hp | 191 - 281 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 7,000 - 7,700 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 212.4 - 224.6 in | 195.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 74.3 in | 75.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 45.0 in
Rear 28.6 - 35.8 in |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 36.5 in |
| Head Room |
Front 41.4 in
Rear 36.7 - 38.3 in |
Front 40.7 in
Rear 40.1 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.
Comfort
Due to its greater head- and legroom, passengers in the extended cab will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai Santa Cruz than in 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 Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Convenience
The GMC Canyon requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, making it more convenient to drive.
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). The GMC Canyon will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, which has a much lower MSRP.
Dimensions
The GMC Canyon is about the same width as the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
If you go with the GMC Canyon, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Handling
The GMC Canyon has a larger turning radius than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the GMC Canyon is clearly the choice over the Hyundai Santa Cruz for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the GMC Canyon greatly outmuscles the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the GMC Canyon does a much better job of transmitting the horsepower of the engine to the wheels than the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit the same number of people in the GMC Canyon as you will the Hyundai Santa Cruz.
You'll be able to haul more material in the GMC Canyon than the Hyundai Santa Cruz, due to its significantly greater cargo capacity.