Midsize trucks offer power and capability but are easier to maneuver and park because they’re smaller than their full-size counterparts. Two top choices are the 2025 GMC Canyon and the 2025 Toyota Tacoma. They may have some similar features, but when you compare their specifics in the following table, the Canyon outshines the Tacoma.
Compare for yourself
Model
2025 GMC Canyon
2025 Toyota Tacoma
Starting MSRP
$38,400*
✔$31,590**
Maximum Towing (lbs.)
✔7,700*
6,500**
Safety Alert Seat
✔Yes*
No**
Buckle to Drive
✔Yes*
No**
Teen Driver
✔Yes*
No**
Going for the 2025 GMC Canyon
You can take more with the 2025 GMC Canyon, which has a higher towing capacity of 7,700 lbs. This pickup includes a unique Safety Alert Seat that vibrates at the base to show the direction of a hazard. Its Buckle to Drive allows shifting out of Park only when you have your safety belt fastened. When your youngest drivers take the wheel by themselves, they’re protected by Teen Driver, which encourages you to limit audio volume and maximum speed while turning on safety assists.
*The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment. Dealer sets final price. Click here to see all GMC vehicles’ destination freight charges. *https://www.gmc.com/shopping/configurator/truck/2025/canyon/canyon/compare
**Starting MSRP is the lowest Base MSRP for the series of a model and excludes manufacturer, distributor and dealer options, taxes, title and license and dealer fees and charges. Also excludes the Delivery, Processing and Handling of $1,195 for Cars (Corolla, Corolla HV, Corolla HB, GR Corolla, Camry, Prius, Prius Plug-in Hybrid, Toyota Crown, Mirai, GR86, GR Supra), $1,450 for Entry SUV (Corolla Cross, Corolla Cross HV), $1,450 for Small SUV (RAV4, RAV4 HV, RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, bZ4X), $1,495 for Mid SUV/Van (4Runner, 4Runner HV, Highlander, Highlander HV, Grand Highlander, Grand Highlander HV, Sienna, Land Cruiser, Toyota Crown Signia), $1,595 for Small Pickup (Tacoma, Tacoma HV), $2,095 for Large Pickup/Large SUV (Tundra, Tundra HV, Sequoia). (Historically, vehicle manufacturers and distributors have charged a separate fee for processing, handling and delivering vehicles to dealerships. Toyota’s charge for these services is called “Delivery, Processing and Handling” and is based on the value of the processing, handling and delivery services Toyota provides as well as Toyota’s overall pricing structure and may be subject to change at any time. Toyota may make a profit on Delivery, Processing and Handling.) Delivery, Processing and Handling in AL, AR, FL, GA, LA, MS, NC, OK, SC and TX may vary. Dealer price will vary. **https://www.toyota.com/tacoma/features/mpg_other_price/7162/7534/7538
