GM unveils the 2024 Canyon AT4X AEV Edition

[Wayfaring Ranger]

https://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/g...nt/Pages/news/us/en/2023/jul/0706-canyon.html

• 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires with an additional AEV in-bed vertical spare tire mount
• Updated front fascia and larger fender flares to enable larger, wider tracks and ultra-high, best in class 12.2-inch ground clearance1
• 4.5-inch (114mm) factory-installed lift — 1.5-inch (38mm) more than the Canyon AT4X
• Heavy-duty, AEV stamped-steel front and rear bumpers with heavy duty recovery points and winch capable front bumper
• Five ultra-high strength, hot-stamped boron steel skid plates (positioned along the radiator, steering gear, transmission and transfer case, fuel tank and rear differential) for optimized underbody protection
• The addition of three standard auxiliary control switches which enable the integration of off-road and overlanding accessories.
• Exclusive AEV beadlock-capable Salta wheels
• AEV branding across the vehicle, including on bumpers, embroidered head restraints and all-weather floor liners

I wonder if this is GM getting nervous that the Raptor had such a lead for the offroad enthusiasts. I still don't see this impacting RR sales much but it's always good to see competition.

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[goalieThreeOne]

https://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/g...nt/Pages/news/us/en/2023/jul/0706-canyon.html

• 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires with an additional AEV in-bed vertical spare tire mount
• Updated front fascia and larger fender flares to enable larger, wider tracks and ultra-high, best in class 12.2-inch ground clearance1
• 4.5-inch (114mm) factory-installed lift — 1.5-inch (38mm) more than the Canyon AT4X
• Heavy-duty, AEV stamped-steel front and rear bumpers with heavy duty recovery points and winch capable front bumper
• Five ultra-high strength, hot-stamped boron steel skid plates (positioned along the radiator, steering gear, transmission and transfer case, fuel tank and rear differential) for optimized underbody protection
• The addition of three standard auxiliary control switches which enable the integration of off-road and overlanding accessories.
• Exclusive AEV beadlock-capable Salta wheels
• AEV branding across the vehicle, including on bumpers, embroidered head restraints and all-weather floor liners

I wonder if this is GM getting nervous that the Raptor had such a lead for the offroad enthusiasts. I still don't see this impacting RR sales much but it's always good to see competition.

This is basically just the GMC version of the ZR2 Bison so it’s not really new, just a different brand. It will still have the inline 4 with ~300 HP.

In my eyes, yes it is a competitor to the RRaptor but also it isn’t. What I see in the AEV version of the Twins is simply something more suitable for trail riding out of the box. Whereas the RRaptor is more suitable for high speed desert type driving. Both trucks can do both things but they’re just intended for different activities.

For me personally, I don’t have a desert near me but it’s a daily driver and I have a heavy right foot. So the extra HP is the must have feature. But if I were more inclined to do trail riding, the AEV twins offer a compelling option of almost everything you’d want to do aftermarket but with the benefit of a factory warranty.

Everybody has different preferences so there’s no such thing as a “best” truck in this category.

 

[yoopercharged]

Won't get my order but that is a really good looking truck with no shortage of capability. Wonder what pricing will be since we still haven't seen it for the ZR2 Bison... I'm betting the GMC gets very close to the $70k mark.

 

[rwolfcastle]

https://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/g...nt/Pages/news/us/en/2023/jul/0706-canyon.html

• 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires with an additional AEV in-bed vertical spare tire mount
• Updated front fascia and larger fender flares to enable larger, wider tracks and ultra-high, best in class 12.2-inch ground clearance1
• 4.5-inch (114mm) factory-installed lift — 1.5-inch (38mm) more than the Canyon AT4X
• Heavy-duty, AEV stamped-steel front and rear bumpers with heavy duty recovery points and winch capable front bumper
• Five ultra-high strength, hot-stamped boron steel skid plates (positioned along the radiator, steering gear, transmission and transfer case, fuel tank and rear differential) for optimized underbody protection
• The addition of three standard auxiliary control switches which enable the integration of off-road and overlanding accessories.
• Exclusive AEV beadlock-capable Salta wheels
• AEV branding across the vehicle, including on bumpers, embroidered head restraints and all-weather floor liners

I wonder if this is GM getting nervous that the Raptor had such a lead for the offroad enthusiasts. I still don't see this impacting RR sales much but it's always good to see competition.

If they could get that spare 35 to fit under the truck instead of taking up half the bed, I might be tempted by it.

 

[Snkrjeff020]

Anyone catch a price?

 

[nappy]

https://media.gmc.com/media/us/en/g...nt/Pages/news/us/en/2023/jul/0706-canyon.html

• 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires with an additional AEV in-bed vertical spare tire mount
• Updated front fascia and larger fender flares to enable larger, wider tracks and ultra-high, best in class 12.2-inch ground clearance1
• 4.5-inch (114mm) factory-installed lift — 1.5-inch (38mm) more than the Canyon AT4X
• Heavy-duty, AEV stamped-steel front and rear bumpers with heavy duty recovery points and winch capable front bumper
• Five ultra-high strength, hot-stamped boron steel skid plates (positioned along the radiator, steering gear, transmission and transfer case, fuel tank and rear differential) for optimized underbody protection
• The addition of three standard auxiliary control switches which enable the integration of off-road and overlanding accessories.
• Exclusive AEV beadlock-capable Salta wheels
• AEV branding across the vehicle, including on bumpers, embroidered head restraints and all-weather floor liners

I wonder if this is GM getting nervous that the Raptor had such a lead for the offroad enthusiasts. I still don't see this impacting RR sales much but it's always good to see competition.

Not sure how much it'll impact RR sales specifically, but for the mid-size truck segment, I will absolutely try to test drive one before buying anything else. In fact, I'll test drive the new Tacoma and RR before deciding on anything. This new GM looks good and I'm sure will be formidable offroad an on.

 

[Bt_okst]

Not sure how much it'll impact RR sales specifically, but for the mid-size truck segment, I will absolutely try to test drive one before buying anything else. In fact, I'll test drive the new Tacoma and RR before deciding on anything. This new GM looks good and I'm sure will be formidable offroad an on.

I'm good with sticking with my RRaptor order.

 

[Slyder]

Anyone catch a price?

If going by the AT4X price is any indication, it will be around $70k.

 

[nappy]

If going by the AT4X price is any indication, it will be around $70k.

I just like the look. If it drives as good, they may have a new customer. Hard to say at this point. Perhaps the Tacoma has improved significantly as well. Lot's of solid choices for mid-sized trucks can only be a good thing for consumers.

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