GMC redesigned the Canyon for 2023, and for 2024 the mid-size pickup truck will get a Canyon AT4X AEV Version aimed toward critical off-roaders.

GMC’s Sierra 1500 Sierra and Sierra HD already provide the AT4X AEV therapy however that is the primary time the Canyon will get it.

Because the identify suggests, the 2024 Canyon AT4X AEV Version is predicated on the already succesful Canyon AT4X and options enhancements developed in partnership with American Expedition Autos (AEV), an organization that makes a speciality of off-road gear.

Just like the pickup truck’s company cousin, the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison, the Canyon AT4X AEV Version advantages from further underbody safety and a brand new entrance bumper with winch functionality. The rear bumper additionally options detachable corners that may be taken off and changed simply when hitting trails.

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV

The underbody safety, consisting of hot-stamped boron metal skid plates, is positioned over the radiator, steering gear, transmission and switch case, gas tank, and rear differential.

The pickup truck additionally wears flared wheel arches designed to suit chunky 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires. The tires are wrapped round AEV’s beadlock-capable Salta wheels that includes a 17-inch diameter.

The brand new tires, along with a 4.5-inch manufacturing facility raise package, brings floor clearance as much as 12.2 inches, or 1.5 inches greater than the Canyon AT4X which rides on 33-inch tires. The consequence are spectacular method, breakover, and departure angles of 38.2, 26.9, and 26 levels, respectively.

No change has been made to the powertrain. It means underneath the hood sits a 2.7-liter turbo-4 rated 310 hp. The engine is commonplace throughout the Canyon lineup and comes mated to an 8-speed computerized transmission. Drive is to all 4 wheels.

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV

The Canyon AT4X AEV Version shall be out there to order later this 12 months. Pricing data shall be introduced nearer to the market launch.

For 2024, each the Canyon AT4X and AT4X AEV Version function a brand new launch management operate when of their Baja drive mode. The launch management is ready to detect the floor situations and regulate engine pace and torque to optimize traction and in consequence enhance acceleration, GMC mentioned.

All 2024 Canyons additionally undertake Normal Motors’ Ultifi software program platform that permits over-the-air updates.

Manufacturing of the Canyon is dealt with at a GM plant in Wentzville, Missouri.