The off-road truck market is getting even more exciting with the release of two new models, the 2023 Ford Ranger and the 2023 GMC Canyon. Either of these trucks are worth their price. If you’re wondering which one you should be most excited about, we’ll answer all your questions in our comparison guide.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The Ford Ranger offers better fuel mileage than the Canyon.
- Ample tech features among a variety of trims for each truck.
- The Ranger has slightly less horsepower than the Canyon, but a higher torque which makes its power to the wheels more effective.
- Cargo space in the Ranger beats the Canyon.
WHICH MID SIZE TRUCK HAS MORE POWER?
Ford has always been known to release their models with power at the forefront of its capabilities. Drivers might be surprised to find out that the Ranger comes with only one standard engine, a 2.3-liter EcoBoost with 270 hp. The Canyon on the other hand has a horsepower of 310. This is coming from its 2.7-liter turbo high-output engine. This power equates to more towing capability, meaning the Canyon is also able to tow 200 pounds more than the Ranger’s 7,500 pounds of hauling. If it’s strictly power you’re going for on base models, the Canyon may seem like the choice for you. However, the 2023 Ford Ranger Raptor will challenge that as the new Raptor model has a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine that produces 391 horsepower and 429 lb-ft of torque. As far as sheer power is concerned, that is worth the upgrade.
The power capabilities of the base models are also dependent on your needs. While towing may go to the Canyon when comparing base models, the hauling abilities on the Ranger win. The Ford offers more cargo space than the Canyon, maxing out almost 52 feet of bed space and a payload capacity of 1,860 pounds max. That’s well over 200 pounds more hauling work the Ranger can do than the Canyon.
PRICE DIFFERENCES IN TRIM: 2023 FORD RANGER
The Ford Ranger and the GMC Canyon have multiple trim levels to choose from with their own sets of perks. Overall, the estimated price of the Ranger series proves to be the most affordable option across the board, while still offering many of the technology and safety features drivers have come to love in the Canyon.
The 2023 Ford Ranger comes with three trims:
- Ford Ranger XL Net Price $31,900
- Ford Ranger XLT Net Price $38,800
- Ford Ranger LARIAT Net Price $48,200
The 2023 GMC Canyon comes with four trims which includes their more luxury-styled Denali:
- GMC Canyon Elevation Net Price $36,900
- GMC Canyon AT4 Net Price $43,900
- GMC Denali Net Price $51,000
- GMC Canyon AT4X Net Price $55,500
FEATURES: 2023 FORD RANGER
All of the Ranger’s trims come with a wide view of the road with its open spaced cabin, a version of Ford’s Co-Pilot 360 technology, and an 8” infotainment system. Their Co-Pilot system is one of the most capable on the market with multifunctionality. It comes with BLIS technology, or Blind Spot Information System that has cross traffic alerts that also works for trailer coverage. Lane-keeping systems, pre-collision assists, and rear-view camera are all included. The Canyon has a great piece of tech which isn’t on the Ranger and that is a surround view camera system of ten cameras and a heads-up display that minimizes distractions while driving.
WHICH IS YOUR NEXT PICKUP?
At the end of the day, either the Ranger or the Canyon is going to be a powerful truck to drive off the lot with. As far as a base level truck, if you’re looking for an affordable option that is packed with features – the 2023 Ford Ranger is going to be the best truck for you.