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2009 GMC Canyon Gas Tank Size & Fuel Capacity

Pickup 12 trims listed 1 fuel-system recall ← 2008 2010 →

Fuel tank capacity

19.0gal · 72 L

The 2009 GMC Canyon has a fuel tank capacity of 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim.

A full tank is good for roughly 399–456 highway miles or 304–342 miles around town, going by the EPA ratings.

19.0 gal · Smaller than 54% of 2009 models we list.

Highway range
399–456 mi
City range
304–342 mi
Fuel
Regular unleaded
EPA combined
18–20 MPG
EPA size class
Small Pickup Trucks

2009 GMC Canyon fuel tank capacity by trim

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Drive
no difference
Cab
no difference
Engine
no difference

All 12 trims

MPG and range are city / highway.

TrimEngineDrive Tank MPG city / hwy Range city / hwy
SLE 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 23Range 323 / 437 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 23 323 / 437 mi
SLE 2dr Regular Cab SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 24Range 342 / 456 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 18 / 24 342 / 456 mi
SLE 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB 3.7L 5cyl 4A · 4WD MPG 16 / 21Range 304 / 399 mi 3.7L 5cyl 4A 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 16 / 21 304 / 399 mi
SLE 4dr Crew Cab SB 2.9L 4cyl 4A · RWD MPG 18 / 24Range 342 / 456 mi 2.9L 4cyl 4A RWD 19.0 gal72 L 18 / 24 342 / 456 mi
SLE 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 23Range 323 / 437 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 23 323 / 437 mi
SLE 4dr Extended Cab SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 24Range 342 / 456 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 18 / 24 342 / 456 mi
Value 4dr Crew Cab SB 2.9L 4cyl 4A · RWD MPG 18 / 24Range 342 / 456 mi 2.9L 4cyl 4A RWD 19.0 gal72 L 18 / 24 342 / 456 mi
Value 4dr Extended Cab SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 24Range 342 / 456 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 18 / 24 342 / 456 mi
Work Truck 2dr Regular Cab 4WD SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 23Range 323 / 437 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 23 323 / 437 mi
Work Truck 2dr Regular Cab SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 24Range 342 / 456 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 18 / 24 342 / 456 mi
Work Truck 4dr Extended Cab 4WD SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · 4WD MPG 17 / 23Range 323 / 437 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M 4WD 19.0 gal72 L 17 / 23 323 / 437 mi
Work Truck 4dr Extended Cab SB 2.9L 4cyl 5M · RWD MPG 18 / 24Range 342 / 456 mi 2.9L 4cyl 5M RWD 19.0 gal72 L 18 / 24 342 / 456 mi

Tank figures are the manufacturer's rated capacity, sorted smallest tank first. Range is tank size times EPA city or highway MPG.

How far a 2009 GMC Canyon goes on a tank

Gallons left and the distance they cover at each mark on the fuel gauge, at EPA city and highway mileage. At the combined rating of 20 MPG, a full 19.0-gallon tank covers about 380 miles.

GaugeGallonsHighway milesCity miles
Full19.0456342
3/414.3342257
1/29.5228171
1/44.811486
1/82.45743

Over 15,000 miles a year (the EPA's yearly estimate) this configuration uses about 750 gallons, roughly 39 full tanks.

Fuel gauges aren't perfectly linear and the low-fuel light comes on with a few gallons still in the tank, so plan your stop before the last eighth.

EPA combined
18–20 MPG
Tailpipe CO2
444–494 g/mi
Source
EPA ratings

What it costs to fill up a 2009 GMC Canyon

$81.13 to fill the 19.0-gallon tank from empty with regular, at this week's US average of $4.27 a gallon.

TankFuelUS avg / galFrom emptyFrom 1/4 tank
19.0 galRegular$4.27$81.13$60.85

By region, 19.0-gallon tank

RegionRegular / galFill from empty
East Coast$4.02$76.38
Midwest$4.27$81.13
Gulf CoastLowest$3.70$70.30
Rocky Mountain$4.46$84.74
West Coast$5.42$102.98
CaliforniaHighest$5.89$111.91

Prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail averages for the week of October 26, 2026. This week's prices by state and city.

Your own price

  • 19.0-gallon tank$81.13
  • A year of driving (15,000 mi)$3,202

Starts at the US average for regular; type in what your station charges. For other tank sizes, use the fill-up calculator.

Canyon tank size in other years

The 2009 Canyon uses the same 19.0 gal tank as every Canyon since 2004.

Model yearTankLongest highway range
2016 Canyon 21.0 gal 567 mi
2015 Canyon 21.0 gal 567 mi
2012 Canyon 19.0 gal 475 mi
2011 Canyon 19.0 gal 475 mi
2010 Canyon 19.0 gal 475 mi
2009 Canyon 19.0 gal 456 mi
2008 Canyon 19.0 gal 456 mi
2007 Canyon 19.0 gal 456 mi
2006 Canyon 19.0 gal 475 mi
2005 Canyon 19.0 gal 456 mi
2004 Canyon 19.0 gal 456 mi
GMC Canyon fuel tank by model year
2004200520062007200820092010201120122015201620172018201920202021202220232024202520262027
← 2008 GMC Canyon Every Canyon year 2010 GMC Canyon →

2009 GMC Canyon vs similar 2009 pickups

At 19.0 gallons, the Canyon's largest tank ranks fourth of the five 2009 pickups compared here. The Toyota Tacoma carries the most (21.0 gal) and the Chevrolet Colorado the least (19.0 gal).

2009 modelTankLongest highway range
Toyota Tacoma 21.0 gal 546 mi
Ford Ranger 17.0–20.0 gal 520 mi
Mazda B-Series Truck 16.5–19.5 gal 429 mi
GMC Canyon 19.0 gal 456 mi
Chevrolet Colorado 19.0 gal 456 mi

Other 2009 pickups of a similar size, one model per brand.

2009 GMC Canyon fuel system recalls

NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2009 GMC Canyon, out of 3 recalls in total. A recall applies only to the vehicles named in it, so check your VIN.

Fuel systemMay 6, 2009 · NHTSA 09V154000 · General Motors Corp. · 27,188 vehicles

Gm is recalling 27,188 my 2009 cadillac escalade, escalade hybrid, escalade esv, and escalade ext; chevrolet avalanche, suburban, tahoe, tahoe hybrid, and Colorado; and gmc yukon, yukon hybrid, yukon xl, and canyon vehicles. The fuel system control modules may have a condition in which an adhesive separation of the room temperature vulcanizing (rtv) seal between the seal and the housing may allow water to seep into the module.

Risk and remedy

Risk: Water in the module could cause a short or open circuit, illumination of the service engine soon lamp, setting of diagnostic trouble codes or the engine may be hard to start, may not start or may stall increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new fuel system control module free of charge. The recall began on may 18, 2009. Owners may contact cadillac at 1-866-982-2339, chevrolet at 1-800-630-2438 and gmc at 1-866-996-9463 or at www.gmownercenter.com.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the fuel tank capacity of the 2009 GMC Canyon?

The 2009 GMC Canyon holds 19.0 gallons (72 liters) on every trim we list.

How many gallons and liters does the 2009 GMC Canyon gas tank hold?

The 2009 GMC Canyon tank holds 72 liters, or 19.0 gallons in US gallons.

Does 4WD change the 2009 GMC Canyon gas tank?

No. RWD and 4WD versions of the 2009 GMC Canyon use the same 19.0 gal tank.

How far can a 2009 GMC Canyon go on a full tank?

About 399–456 miles on the highway and 304–342 miles in town, going from full to empty at its EPA ratings. Expect less in practice, since nobody runs the tank dry.

How many miles can a 2009 GMC Canyon go on a quarter tank?

About 114 highway miles or 86 in town from the 19.0-gallon tank, which has roughly 4.8 gallons left at the quarter mark. Gauges aren't exact, so treat that as a guide.

What gas does the 2009 GMC Canyon take?

Regular unleaded. The label inside the fuel door confirms it for your car.

How much does it cost to fill up a 2009 GMC Canyon?

At the US average of $4.27 a gallon for regular (EIA, week of October 26, 2026), filling the 19.0-gallon tank from empty costs $81.13. It ranges from $70.30 in the Gulf Coast to $111.91 in California.

How much does a full tank of gas weigh in a 2009 GMC Canyon?

About 118 pounds for the 19.0-gallon tank. Gasoline weighs roughly 6.2 pounds a gallon.

Does the 2009 GMC Canyon have a bigger gas tank than the Chevrolet Colorado?

No, they match: both top out at 19.0 gallons in 2009.

Has the 2009 GMC Canyon had a fuel pump or fuel system recall?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 fuel-system recall for the 2009 GMC Canyon: 09V154000 (fuel system). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if your car is affected.

Sources

  • Tank sizes: manufacturer-rated capacities from US-market specifications, checked against independent references. Updated October 2026.
  • MPG and range: EPA ratings (fueleconomy.gov). Range is tank size times EPA MPG.
  • Fuel prices: U.S. Energy Information Administration, week of October 26, 2026 (this week's prices).
  • Recalls: NHTSA recall database (GMC fuel system recalls).

Does your owner's manual say something different? Let us know and we'll fix it. More on how we check the numbers.

Other 2009 GMC models

Acadia22.0 gallons Envoy22.0 gallons Savana31.0 gallons Savana Cargo31.0 gallons Sierra 150026.0–34.0 gallons Sierra 1500 Hybrid26.0 gallons Sierra 2500HD26.0–34.0 gallons Sierra 3500HD34.0 gallons Yukon26.0 gallons Yukon Hybrid24.0 gallons Yukon XL31.0–39.0 gallons