
Like many GMC vehicles, the Canyon comes with a long and impressive list of standard entertainment features. This makes it a tough competitor for any vehicle in the compact pickup truck class, including the Gladiator which offers a nice selection of onboard technology but can’t quite match that of the Canyon. It is also important to consider that the 2020 Jeep Gladiator comes with an incredibly high sticker price - over 10K more than the starting price of the Canyon.
2019 GMC Canyon
The 2019 GMC Canyon is an incredibly affordable compact pickup truck with a starting MSRP of $21,500. Yet, it still manages to offer an upscale interior packed with standard entertainment technology. On the base model of the new Canyon, drivers will find a long list of standard features including a 7-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, two USB ports, Bluetooth, and a 6-speaker sound system. Meanwhile, the Canyon also offers plenty of optional entertainment features including an 8-inch touchscreen display, satellite radio, wireless device charging, navigation, additional USB ports, a WiFi hotspot, and a Bose premium sound system.
The infotainment system onboard the 2019 GMC Canyon has received positive feedback among drivers and critics for its intuitive interface and easy-to-use design. Physical controls are also available throughout the cabin to make the system even easier to navigate while driving. With the Canyon’s low starting MSRP, the standard features that are provided on each model are incredibly impressive and upgrading to any of the optional features remains affordable.
2020 Jeep Gladiator
The 2020 Jeep Gladiator offers a few nice standard entertainment features onboard its base model, including a 5-inch touchscreen display, two USB ports, and Bluetooth. However, the Gladiator lacks Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as a standard feature, forcing drivers looking for connectivity to upgrade on this already expensive vehicle. The standard touchscreen on the Gladiator is also much smaller than that of the Canyon; however, this truck does offer a wide selection of available entertainment features. These include an 8.4-inch touchscreen display, a removable Bluetooth speaker, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. However, drivers should be aware that basic technology, like power windows and locks, are absent from the Gladiator’s base model which can certainly come as a shock for a 2020 vehicle. The Uconnect infotainment system onboard the Gladiator is a highly rated system with sharp graphics and an easy-to-navigate interface, and unfortunately, upgrading to its larger touchscreen sizes will add substantial cost to an already high starting MSRP.