2023 GMC Canyon Elevation: The Mass-Market Truck
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The Canyon Elevation will continue to serve as the base trim level on the next-generation 2023 GMC Canyon, offering mass-market appeal with an approachable starting price of $40,000 and an extensive list of standard features.
The 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation may be the entry-level trim in the lineup, however it offers a long list of standard tech features, including an 11.3-inch diagonal center touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, an eight-inch diagonal diver information cluster, an HD rear vision camera with hitch view, keyless entry and start and 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. These models also come standard with a factory two-inch suspension lift, enabling ground clearance of up to 9.6 inches, as well as a dedicated off-road performance display page in the infotainment system.
As for active safety features, all 2023 GMC Canyon trim levels come equipped with the automaker’s Canyon Pro Safety Package, which includes the following tech:
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Braking with Bicyclist Detection
- IntelliBeam auto high beams
- Following Distance Indicator
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Forward Collision Alert
All 2023 GMC Canyon models, from the base Elevation to the range-topping AT4X, come standard with GM’s turbocharged 2.7L L3B engine in the High Output tune, which is rated at 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. Four-wheel-drive is an optional extra on the base Elevation trim level, while the updated GM eight-speed automatic serves as the sole transmission option.
The 2023 GMC Canyon is set to enter production on January 25th in the Elevation, AT4 and Denali trim levels, with production of the extreme AT4X trim set to commence in the spring of 2023. Assembly will take place at the GM Wentzville plant in Missouri. A complete pricing breakdown will be released closer to the official on-sale date, however GM says the Elevation trim will start at roughly $40,000 in the United States.
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Most will no longer be able to afford the full size truck. So GM hopes they will buy the little truck and not notice the differences. Good luck selling 400-500k of these a year to replace the full sized buyers displayed by your $80k pricing
Wow, now GM only sells $80k trucks? Ridiculous to make such a statement.
Reality is there are trucks available at every price point. If you can’t afford new, many used options on the market.
Or, work harder so you can afford your lifestyle.
The volume Level Silverado LT with an option package is now $58,000.000 MSRP. I paid $43,000.00 for my fully loaded LTZ back in 2018. The MSRP was $54,000.00. Yea-there is an affordability crisis coming.
Are we the same person? Haha I’m trying to buy a new truck and to get the same thing I bought in 2018 for 43, now it’s 65
They’re basically all 60k now, but discounts are coming back for some and you should be able to get a nice mid level truck for 55k (assuming 4wd crew).
If you want a super cruise seat massaging truck with 42 cameras and air conditioned rear seats with 24″ rims then you will still pay that 80k.
What is the official “on sale date” so we can build these online?
I asked a dealer that exact question. His answer was to keep an eye on the company websites, that we usually know just about when they do. I’m anticipating very late in November.
Do they all come with ugly black wheels and since when is $40k the entry price point for a junior truck?
No they don’t. There are other wheel options.
The Canyon is now officially an up-market vehicle as compared to the Colorado , which will have a lower starting price. Every Canyon comes with a nicer interior, the 2″ lift, the widened track, and the high output 2.7 with 430lbs torque standard. That’s why you are seeing the 40K starting price. There is no Canyon W/T. If you want cheaper, go Colorado.
I’ve been thinking the same thing,time for the whole “Black wheel Fad”thing to just go away.I’m thinking do i need to start looking for aftermarket wheels and tires.Those tiny tires on Elevation are looking kinda skinny.
What about a SLT, with chrome……
There’s no going back to the nineties when chrome was cool.
Too bad.
There are plenty of vehicles still around with some exterior chrome or equivalent shiny trim so that is nonsense. I just saw a brand new 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe that had a nice chrome strip at the bottom of the doors and the grille and around the windows as an example
The Denali trimmed trucks are all dripping in chrome, so some people are certainly willing to pay a premium for it.
Personally, I prefer less chrome (or none). Still a bit unsure about painted bumpers holding up though. Seen too many chipped and rusted. Hopefully the newer ones are holding up better.
Sure their is it’s called “Aftermarket.
Don’t forget it’s about $40,000 plus $1500 for the OnStar silliness. So about $41,500. Oh how about another $1500 or so for destination?
Hey Dick, you forgot to add “Market Adjustment”!
I really want a truck, I can go full-size but the new Canyon and Z71 could fit the bill for fit/finish/towing. However, coming from two bullet proof Toyota’s, I simply don’t have faith this 4CY Turbo will have anywhere near the reliability and I would have sold a reliable Gem for another GM that has various recalls. 3 neighbors with GM trucks, all three less than 3 years old have been in shop for recalls and software issues regularly, that scares me.
I am not sure about Sam’s source of info, but it’s NOT completely accurate!
I just looked at a 2023 Elevation edition and it did NOT have the “standard” 2.7L L3B engine.
It actually has the 304hp 3.6L engine.
And, it was roughly $35K OTD.
James Buyer-
What planet was this truck located on ? Please post a link to what ever planet (Dealer) this truck is located on. We ARE ALL WAITING….
12k more than a 2022 why not just get a sierra with a 5.3 at that point?