GMC Canyon

The Canyon and its twin, the Chevrolet Colorado, are surpassed by their competitors. The unrefined five-cylinder engine lacks punch and doesn't offer a fuel-economy advantage over competing V6s. It had to work hard to power the crew-cab we tested. Handling is unexceptional. The ride is unsettled, and the body constantly quivers. Despite the truck's relatively small dimensions, the 48-foot turning circle is huge. ESC is standard, and a 5.3-liter V8 is available. Curtain air bags are standard, but the IIHS side-crash result is poor.