2023 Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon Remote Start Kit Unavailable To Order
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The remote start kit (RPO code S6P) is currently unavailable to order on both the 2023 Chevy Colorado and the 2023 GMC Canyon, GM Authority has learned from sources familiar with the matter.
The remote start kit for the 2023 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon is not to be confused with the factory-installed remote vehicle starter system (RPO code BTV), but is an LPO or dealer-installed option normally available for both truck models.
The Chevy Colorado normally offers the remote start kit (S6P) as an available option on all trim levels except for the 2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2, where the feature is equipped as standard. The remote start kit is available on the Colorado LT as part of the LT Convenience Package II (RPO code PCV) and on the Z71 trim as part of the Z71 Convenience Package II (RPO code PCX).
As for the 2023 GMC Canyon, the remote start kit is normally available as option on the Elevation trim level as part of the Convenience Package (RPO code WPC). Meanwhile, it is ordinarily equipped as standard on the Canyon’s AT4, AT4X, and Denali trim levels.
The remote start kit is priced at $425 and comes with two keyfobs. It is currently unclear when this feature will become available again for the 2023 Chevy Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon models.
The 2023 model year of the Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon introduced a new generation of both truck nameplates, with a complete overhaul of the entire design of each. Even the wheelbase was extended by 3.1 inches in order to fit up to 35-inch tires for the all-new third generation of both pickups, increasing off-road performance of the higher trim levels.
As a reminder, the 2023 Chevy Colorado is motivated by two powerplant choices, including the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L2R gasoline engine, cranking out 237 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque, and the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine developing either 310 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque, or 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque, depending on the tune.
For the 2023 GMC Canyon, only a single engine options is available in the form of the 2.7L L3B with a High Output tune (310 horsepower, 430 pound-feet). Both trucks route power from the engine to the wheels via an updated version of GM’s eight-speed automatic transmission.
An updated variant of the GMT 31XX platform provides the bones for both the 2023 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon, while production for both midsize pickup trucks takes place at the GM Wentzville plant in Missouri.
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I’m noticing that the 9 spped auto is being dropped from these new I4 turbos.
Is it because the engine doesn’t work with such a high gear or because they feel that the gas mileage is enough that a 9th gear is not necessary (or a little of both) ??
I would assume the 8 speed is also a cheaper unit to build.
Meanwhile, Honda is going up to 10 speeds with their V6s. I think I like the Honda solution better.
There is a lot that goes into deciding which transmission and how many gears to have. A naturally aspirated engine can make better use of 9 or 10 gears since normally their max hp and torque are at high rpms which driving rarely gets up into, so more gears helps bring that down into more usable rpm ranges. But turbo engines produce close to max torque at low rpm so they don’t need as many gears to have that low first and second gear to get the torque. Then add in engine and shift pattern mapping and GM through their testing said the 2.7 had zero benefits from more than 8 speeds.
The same is true for the head units/radio.
Ours went out when dealer was trying to push the over air update. Brand new truck that will not start and gmc cannot replace the part because they don’t have it.
Funny how the word “production” at Wentzville plant found its way into your story. Canyons and Colorado s are practically non existent around me. Greensboro, NC area. Basically same everywhere.Little or no Z871 to look at…nothing but work trucks.