The official vehicle of nowhere is here: the 2023 GMC Canyon midsize truck.

Boasting a fully redesigned exterior with a standard factory lift and widened track across the lineup, a new premium suite of advanced technology and an all-new interior design, the next-generation Canyon is built from the ground up to conquer any terrain.The 2023 model year Canyon introduces the first-ever Canyon AT4X option to its lineup. Building on the success of AT4, the AT4X sub-brand is the ultimate expression of GMC’s commitment to delivering serious off-road capability. First introduced on the 2022 Sierra, the AT4X trim has quickly become synonymous with robust off-road credibility.“GMC is flexing the might of our off-road muscle,” said GMC Global Vice President Duncan Aldred. “Canyon benefits from key learnings gained from our AT4 strategy to bring customers the most advanced off-road midsize truck.”The 2023 GMC Canyon will be the first midsize truck on the market to offer a suite of segment-first key features, including:

Available underbody cameras1, including front- and rear-facing views underneath the vehicle

Available Head-Up Display

Fully digital driver information center

Wireless Apple CarPlay2 and Android Auto3 compatibility

Available Google Built-In4 (Google Automotive Services)

Serious Off-Road EquipmentThe 2023 Canyon and Canyon AT4X were engineered to offer customers a premium off-road experience. The next-generation Canyon offers key features across its trim lineup that provide customers with optimized performance and rugged off-road capability to take you anywhere, on or off the map.This includes:Factory Lift and Ultra-Wide Track: 2023 Canyon comes standard with an off-road suspension package featuring an ultra-wide track and 2-inch factory lift for Elevation, AT4 and Denali trims and a standard 3-inch factory lift on AT4X. The lifted, high and wide chassis offers a standard 9.6 inches of ground clearance (10.7-inch ground clearance available on AT4X trim) for improved approach, departure and breakover angles.Multimatic DSSV Dampers: The latest Multimatic DSSV dampers (standard on AT4X only) offer control and comfort on-road, and robust performance for extended off-road adventures.Off-Road Optimized 2.7L Turbo Engine: Standard across all trims, the high-torque, off-road optimized 2.7L turbo engine provides a best-in-class gas engine with 430 lb-ft of torque (GM Estimated).Enhanced Front and Rear Electronic Locking Differentials for Optimized Traction: Standard on the Canyon AT4X trim, the 2023 Canyon’s available front and rear e-lockers allow drivers to engage the front or rear axles to lock both wheels at the same speed.Off-Road Performance Display: Accessible through the center screen instrument cluster, 2023 Canyon drivers can access and monitor real time metrics of their off-road trek including g-force, altimeter, and pitch and roll stats.The 2023 Canyon is set to begin initial production in early 2023 with AT4X in spring 2023.

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