What battery does a 2011 GMC Canyon take?

Depending on the engine variant, the 2011 GMC Canyon takes a BCI Group 65 or 35N battery. Confirm your engine — see the per-engine recommendations above.

How many CCA does a 2011 GMC Canyon need?

OEM specifies at least 590 CCA (cold cranking amps). In Canadian winters, anywhere from 590 to 708 CCA is sensible — higher CCA gives more starting headroom on the coldest mornings without affecting normal operation.

Does my 2011 GMC Canyon need AGM?

AGM isn't required for the standard 2011 GMC Canyon fitments listed above — flooded chemistry is fine. AGM is still a sensible upgrade for cold-climate use or high-accessory-load vehicles.

Fitment recommendation

2011 GMC Canyon battery

2 engine variants — recommendation differs by engine, find yours below.

This is an estimated fit inferred from the vehicle class — not verified for this exact trim, engine and model year. Confirm the group size on your current battery's label or owner's manual before buying, or contact us to check.

Standard engine

BCI Group 65 Flooded lead-acid590+ CCAEstimated fit

Flooded·Group 65

65-XD-Z

850 CCA138 min RC80 Ah

Standard engine

BCI Group 35N Flooded lead-acid580+ CCAEstimated fit

Flooded·Group 35N

35N-Z600

600 CCA113 min RC60 Ah

Flooded·Group 35N

35N-Z540

540 CCA113 min RC55 Ah

Frequently asked about the 2011 GMC Canyon

What battery does a 2011 GMC Canyon take?: Depending on the engine variant, the 2011 GMC Canyon takes a BCI Group 65 or 35N battery. Confirm your engine — see the per-engine recommendations above.
How many CCA does a 2011 GMC Canyon need?: OEM specifies at least 590 CCA (cold cranking amps). In Canadian winters, anywhere from 590 to 708 CCA is sensible — higher CCA gives more starting headroom on the coldest mornings without affecting normal operation.
Does my 2011 GMC Canyon need AGM?: AGM isn't required for the standard 2011 GMC Canyon fitments listed above — flooded chemistry is fine. AGM is still a sensible upgrade for cold-climate use or high-accessory-load vehicles.

Adjacent model years

2009 GMC Canyon 2010 GMC Canyon 2012 GMC Canyon 2013 GMC Canyon