GM Reveals 2023 GMC Canyon - Page 2

FenwickHockey65 · 08-11-2022, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by BluinSC

An interesting strategy. Is it possible this is a preview of the full size truck strategy in 2026( the year of the completely new ones)? Silverado will occupy trims WT up to LT/RST( with ZR2 as the expensive truck). And Sierra from Elevation to Denali. I can't imagine High Country/LTZ trim does the sales Denali/SLT brings in.
Ditto for Sierra Pro and SLE vs WT and Custom.

I know Ford claims they're getting rid of trims and options. Might that be a way ford GM to do the same? It would explain why there's no e ext. Cab Colorado ( which I see every day here in SC).

It would make sense. This strategy gives GMC a chance to really carve their own niche in the market rather than just being alternatives to equivalent Chevrolets. Seems like most people who want a work truck or bare bones base model are going to buy the Chevrolet offering anyways.

shaffe · 08-11-2022, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by BluinSC

An interesting strategy. Is it possible this is a preview of the full size truck strategy in 2026( the year of the completely new ones)? Silverado will occupy trims WT up to LT/RST( with ZR2 as the expensive truck). And Sierra from Elevation to Denali. I can't imagine High Country/LTZ trim does the sales Denali/SLT brings in.
Ditto for Sierra Pro and SLE vs WT and Custom.

I know Ford claims they're getting rid of trims and options. Might that be a way for GM to do the same? It would explain why there's no e ext. Cab Colorado ( which I see every day here in SC).

I think Ford is keeping trims, but basically getting rid of option packages like some of the Japanese makes do.

BluinSC · 08-11-2022, 12:02 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

It would make sense. This strategy gives GMC a chance to really carve their own niche in the market rather than just being alternatives to equivalent Chevrolets. Seems like most people who want a work truck or bare bones base model are going to buy the Chevrolet offering anyways.

Agreed. I can't see a GMC dealer in BFE Oklahoma or fleet operator being sad about the loss of the SLE trim or Pro as the Silverado is already cheaper.. Elevation, AT4, and Denali? Sure. And the monthly payment difference between a loaded High Country and Denali(not the Ultimate) would be neglible at best for those that can afford it.

This would make 7 trims for Silverado and 6 for GMC.

WT Custom CTB LT LTTB RST ZR2
vs.
Elevation SLT AT4 AT4X DENALI DENALI ULT

You can still have part sharing between models to lower cost as well(LTTB at AT4 for instance). And ease the burden on semiconductor usage.

I think the big girls ( full size SUVs) are separated enough now they're fine.

snizzle · 08-11-2022, 12:23 PM

STARTING at 40k, good Lord. I'm really impressed though with the design elements, clearly pushing GMC upmarket from the Chevy twin.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-11-2022, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

STARTING at 40k, good Lord. I'm really impressed though with the design elements, clearly pushing GMC upmarket from the Chevy twin.

I balked a little at that too, but...

Standard 2.7T HO
Standard factory lift
Standard widened track
No base work truck model

It makes sense.

snizzle · 08-11-2022, 02:07 PM

That's a good point. It's more differentiation for the twins.

KMPrenger · 08-11-2022, 02:39 PM

Car and Driver is saying

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According to GMC, the price of the Elevation will also be going up, starting at an estimated $41,495. The AT4, which GMC told us was the most popular Canyon sold in the last generation, is estimated to start at a more reasonable $42,495.

So, adding 4x4...and assuming (praying) that includes the $1,500 OnStar "tax" that means should be able to get into a decently equipped AT4 for around $45 or $46K.

Hopefully like the full size AT4, that it will include leather seats instead of that being another package add on. (of course, the full size AT4 starts in the mid 60s...yikes)

FenwickHockey65 · 08-11-2022, 02:41 PM

AT4 has 4WD standard so.

Realist · 08-11-2022, 02:44 PM

I had an S10 zr2 and a Colorado Z71 years back, really like what I’m seeing on the midsize redesigns, top to bottom, inside and out.

HartfordRacingCaptain · 08-11-2022, 02:55 PM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

AT4 has 4WD standard so.

Missed that being stated, mind enlightening me? Or just going off the previous gen?

FenwickHockey65 · 08-11-2022, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by HartfordRacingCaptain

Missed that being stated, mind enlightening me? Or just going off the previous gen?

Spec sheet separates the Elevation trim into 2WD and 4WD but doesn't for any of the others. Leads me to assume 4WD is standard on those.

KMPrenger · 08-12-2022, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

Spec sheet separates the Elevation trim into 2WD and 4WD but doesn't for any of the others. Leads me to assume 4WD is standard on those.

4WD is part of the current AT4. Can't select 2WD on the site configurator when selecting AT4. If you do select 2WD, it changes the trim to something else. So I'd agree with that.

FenwickHockey65 · 08-12-2022, 05:50 PM

I priced a 2022 Canyon Elevation Crew Cab Short Box with the 3.6L. Basically tried to get it as close to a 2023's level of equipment.

Came out to $37k. If a 2023 Canyon Elevation starts at $41k then that honestly makes sense.

Chrome383Z · 08-13-2022, 05:57 AM

Looks nice I like it.

08-11-2022, 12:23 PM	#18
snizzle Recalled user Drives: '12 Camaro SS, '18 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 3,414	STARTING at 40k, good Lord. I'm really impressed though with the design elements, clearly pushing GMC upmarket from the Chevy twin. __________________ 2012 2SS 45th AE LS3 M6 Borla ATAK Catback Kooks Stepped LT Headers CAI Intake Hexvents VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body RX Catch Can Hurst Short Throw Shifter Pfadt ZL-Spec Stage 3 Suspension Forgestar F14 Tuned by Frost

08-11-2022, 02:07 PM	#20
snizzle Recalled user Drives: '12 Camaro SS, '18 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 3,414	That's a good point. It's more differentiation for the twins. __________________ 2012 2SS 45th AE LS3 M6 Borla ATAK Catback Kooks Stepped LT Headers CAI Intake Hexvents VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body RX Catch Can Hurst Short Throw Shifter Pfadt ZL-Spec Stage 3 Suspension Forgestar F14 Tuned by Frost

08-11-2022, 02:41 PM	#22
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	AT4 has 4WD standard so. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-12-2022, 05:50 PM	#27
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	I priced a 2022 Canyon Elevation Crew Cab Short Box with the 3.6L. Basically tried to get it as close to a 2023's level of equipment. Came out to $37k. If a 2023 Canyon Elevation starts at $41k then that honestly makes sense. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

08-13-2022, 05:57 AM	#28
Chrome383Z Drives: 2019 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: McCordsville, Indiana Posts: 621	Looks nice I like it. __________________ 2019 Shock 2SS A10. 2650@10psi/LPE HPFP/XDI+30/LT4 LPFP+JMS/Soler 95mm/Rotofab, E65, CSP 2” Headers/GESI GenII Cats. MM Wild/GM SG3 suspension/1LE Brakes, Velgen VF5 Wheels/GY SC3. JRE Tuned.

08-11-2022, 02:44 PM	#23
Realist Drives: No Camaro :( Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Chitown Burbs Posts: 1,136	I had an S10 zr2 and a Colorado Z71 years back, really like what I’m seeing on the midsize redesigns, top to bottom, inside and out.