Vehicle comparison
Chevrolet Colorado vs GMC Canyon
Side-by-side fuel and ownership cost comparison. Estimates use 12,000 mi/year at average US gas prices.
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- US units
- Transparent assumptions
Lowest running cost
Chevrolet Colorado wins on fuel cost
At 12,000 miles per year, the Chevrolet Colorado costs about $2070 per year, roughly $109 less than the GMC Canyon. Over 5 years, that's about $545 in fuel savings.
Spec & cost comparison
MPG/MPGe figures are estimates based on typical recent model years.
| Spec | Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Canyon |
|---|---|---|
| Type | TRUCK | TRUCK |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City MPG/MPGe | 18 | 17 |
| Highway MPG/MPGe | 23 | 21 |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 20 | 19 |
| Tank / Battery | 21 gal | 21 gal |
| Energy cost | $3.45/gal | $3.45/gal |
| Cost per mile | $0.172 | $0.182 |
Annual cost at 8k / 12k / 15k miles
Estimated yearly fuel spend at common US mileage levels.
| Miles/year | Chevrolet Colorado | GMC Canyon | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | $1380/yr · $115/mo | $1453/yr · $121/mo | $73 (Chevrolet Colorado) |
| 12,000 | $2070/yr · $173/mo | $2179/yr · $182/mo | $109 (Chevrolet Colorado) |
| 15,000 | $2588/yr · $216/mo | $2724/yr · $227/mo | $136 (Chevrolet Colorado) |
Estimates only. Real costs depend on driving style, terrain, local gas/electricity prices and weather.
Which one is best for…
Best for commuting
Chevrolet Colorado
Highest combined MPG/MPGe and lowest cost per mile means cheaper daily driving.
See Chevrolet ColoradoBest for road trips
Chevrolet Colorado
Better highway efficiency, larger tank/battery and longer range between stops.
See Chevrolet ColoradoBest for families
Chevrolet Colorado
SUVs, minivans and three-row vehicles win on space and child-seat flexibility.
See Chevrolet ColoradoBest for lowest running cost
Chevrolet Colorado
Cheaper energy use and lower cost per mile at every common mileage tier.
See Chevrolet ColoradoHow we compare these vehicles
- Annual mileage
- Modeled at 12,000 mi/yr unless a scenario specifies otherwise.
- Cost per mile
- $/gal ÷ MPG, or $/kWh ÷ (MPGe ÷ 33.7) for EVs.
- EV vs gas
- Compared at average US gas and residential electricity prices — fast-charging can be 2–3× higher.
- Maintenance
- Fuel cost only — EVs typically save another $400–$1,000/yr in service and brake wear.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to drive, the Chevrolet Colorado or GMC Canyon?
At 12,000 miles per year, the Chevrolet Colorado costs about $2070 per year vs $2179 for the GMC Canyon — roughly $109 less per year.
What's the MPG difference between the Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon?
The Chevrolet Colorado is rated around 20 combined MPG versus 19 MPG for the GMC Canyon. Highway figures are 23 vs 21.
How much will I spend on fuel over 5 years?
Driving 12,000 miles a year for five years, expect about $10350 for the Chevrolet Colorado and $10895 for the GMC Canyon, a difference of roughly $545.
Is the Chevrolet Colorado or GMC Canyon better for commuting?
For pure cost per mile, the Chevrolet Colorado wins. EVs charged at home typically deliver the lowest commuting cost, followed by hybrids and efficient compacts.
Which one is better for road trips?
Chevrolet Colorado is generally the better road-trip choice — gas and hybrid vehicles win on long highway routes thanks to faster refueling, while EVs work best when charging stops fit your route.
Are these fuel cost numbers accurate for my driving?
They're estimates based on EPA-style combined MPG and average US gas prices. Real-world cost depends on local fuel prices, driving style, terrain, weather and how much city vs highway driving you do.