Featured Editions Comparison

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Featured Edition

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X AEV is a featured edition package starting at $64,300 designed by AEV (American Expedition Vehicles). It's manufactured to maximize off-roading performance with heavy-duty integrated recovery points, larger fender flares to enable larger tires, and a wider track. It also has front winch capability, Mutlimatic™ DSSV dampers, and underbody plating.

It rides on 35-inch Goodyear^® Wrangler Territory mud terrain tires and 17-inch beadlock-capable with racing-inspired Salta wheels. It can tow up to 5,500 lbs. with a 1,050 lbs. max payload rating. Trim-exclusive equipment includes front and rear electronic locking differentials, AEV-stamped steel bumpers, and five hot-stamped boron steel skid plates.

The AT4X AEV shares the same powertrain as the AT4X as the AT4X, a 2.7L TurboMax™  engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission, outputting 310 hp and 430 lb.-ft. of torque. It has a five-inch factory-installed lift, 12.2-inch ground clearance, a 26-degree departure angle, and a two-degree front approach angle.

2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison Featured Edition

The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison Edition is a special edition trim also designed by AEV (American Expedition Vehicles) to maximize off-roading performance for midsize pickups, with pricing starting at $60,540 MSRP. It's equipped with new front/rear jounce control dampers, heavy-duty front/rear bumpers, a wider chassis, and front/rear Mutlimatic™ DSSV dampers. 

It rides on 35-inch Goodyear^® Wrangler Territory mud terrain tires (largest in class) and AEV 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels. Key best-in-class features include a 12.2-inch ground clearance, 26.9-degree breakover angle, and underbody protection with five boron steel skid plates. It can tow up to 5,500 lbs. with a 1,050 lbs. max payload rating.

The ZR2 Bison has the same powertrain as the ZR2, a 2.7L TurboMax™  engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing up to 310 hp and 430 lb.-ft. of torque. It has a 4.5-inch factory-installed lift, a 26-degree departure angle, a 38.2-degree approach angle, and a 26.9-degree breakover angle.

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Off-Road Features & Capability Comparison

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X Off-Road Capabilities

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X is the off-road-focused trim, riding on 33-inch MT tires and 17-inch High-Gloss Black aluminum wheels. It has standard 4WD with a transfer case shield and panel protectors. 

Its key off-roading features include: 

• Multimatic™ DSSV dampers with three separate spool valves for stronger damping control and three connected chambers for greater fluid flow
• Driver-selectable front and rear electronic locking differentials for enhanced manual traction control on slippery roads
• Aluminum front skid plates for more underbody protection against rocks and other road obstacles
• Drive mode selector, including Terrain, Tow/Haul, Off-Road, and an available trim-exclusive Baja drive mode that displays steering angle, wheel slip indicators, transfer case status, and G-force with max scores 
• Advanced Hill Descent Control and Transfer Case Shield for additional underbody protection against rugged roads
• Two-speed Autotrac^® transfer case, so you don't need to manually shift to 4WD based on wheel slip and road condition sensors

The AT4X's off-road specs include a three-inch factory lift with a 66.3-inch front/rear track and a 10.7-inch ground clearance. It has a 25-degree departure angle, a 36.9-degree approach angle, a 24.5-degree breakover angle, and a 66.3-inch track width.

2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Off-Road Capabilities

The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 is the upper-level off-road trim, riding on 33-inch OD MT tires and 17-inch wheels with standard 4WD. 

Its key off-roading features include:

• Available Multimatic™ DSSVTM dampers (trim-exclusive) with jounce control to strengthen absorbing impacts from rugged terrain
• Five selectable drive modes with off-road performance display to monitor and customize your pickup's driving while off-roading, including Tow/Haul, trim-exclusive Baja, and Off-Road
• Two-speed Autotrac^® transfer case with manual push button controls
• Hill Descent Control with antilock braking for stronger and smoother vehicle control on inclines 
• Driver-selectable full-locking front differential that locks both front wheels when activated in unison to increase traction in off-roading conditions 

The Colorado ZR2 off-road specs include a three-inch factory-installed lift with high-performance suspension and a 10.73-inch ground clearance. It has a 25.1-degree departure angle, a 38.3-degree approach angle, a 26.9-degree breakover angle, and a 66.3-inch track width.

Engines & Powertrain Comparison

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X powertrain has a 2.7L TurboMax™ engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing up to 310 hp and 430 lb.-ft. of torque. Its fuel economy ratings are 17 mpg city / 17 mpg highway / 18 mpg combined with a 21.4g fuel capacity. 

The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 powertrain also has a 2.7L TurboMax™ engine with an eight-speed automatic transmission, producing up to 310 hp and 430 lb.-ft. of torque. Its fuel economy ratings are 17 mpg city / 17 mpg highway / 17 mpg combined with a 21.4g fuel capacity.

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Towing Capacity & Payload Rating Comparison

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X can tow up to 6,000 lbs. with a 1,250 lbs. max payload rating. 

It also has standard and available trailering features, including:

• Standard Trailering Package, including a two-inch receiver hitch, four and seven-pin connectors, a seven-wire electrician harness with a seven-pin seal connector to connect your trailer lights and brakes to your pickup, and more
• Available in-vehicle trailering app (part of ProGrade Trailering System) featuring customizable trailer profiles, trailer theft detection, exclusive trailer blind side zone alert, and more
• Available half-gate tailgate position for hauling long-shaped objects

The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 can tow up to 6,000 lbs. with a 1,280 lbs. max payload rating.

Its standard and available trailering features include:

• Standard in-vehicle trailering app featuring trailer light sequencing, maintenance reminders, security alerts, mileage, and more
• Standard integrated trailer brake controller with an antilock brake system for stronger brake force while hauling 
• Standard Hitch Guidance displaying centered guidelines on the rear vision camera view for easier hitching
• Available blind zone steering assist with trailing when you upgrade to the Safety Package
• Available Trailering Package, including an automatic locking rear differential, two-inch receiver hitch, four and seven-pin connectors, and a seven-wire electrician harness with a seven-pin seal connector
  
  

Interior Design & Features Comparison

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X Interior

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X interior can seat up to five passengers and comes in one standard Crew Cab configuration. It has trim-exclusive interior designs, including Obsidian Rush color with Ceramic White accents, AT4X stitched front seat logo, AT4X all-weather floor liners, and available red seat belts.

The cabin has leather-appointed front seats, featuring an eight-way heated and ventilated power driver seat with power lumbar and six-way heated and ventilated power passenger seats. 

Its interior specs are:

• Front Head Room: 40.3"
• Front Leg Room: 45.2"
• Front Shoulder Room: 57.4"
• Front Hip Room: 54.7"
• Rear Head Room: 38.3"
• Rear Leg Room: 34.7"
• Rear Shoulder Room: 56.1"
• Rear Hip Room: 53.1"
• Cargo Volume: 41.9 cu. ft.

The AT4X's standard infotainment system includes an 11.3-inch diagonal center touchscreen, a class-leading 11.0-inch diagonal digital driver information center, and a 6.3-inch diagonal head-up display with customizable pickup performance information on the windshield. A seven-speaker premium Bose audio system also comes standard. 

Additionally, it offers several available interior features, including:

• Up to 10 available camera views, including a segment-first available underbody camera with front and rear-facing views under the pickup
• Remote Access Plan with three years of connectivity with the available myGMC mobile app featuring remote start/stop, door lock/unlock, vehicle health status like fuel level and tire pressure, and more 
• GMC infotainment system with built-in Google, built-in Alexa^® , Apple CarPlay^® , and Android Auto™ compatibility, and more
  
  

2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Interior

The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 interior can seat up to five passengers and one standard Crew Cab Short Box configuration. The interior colors and seating materials options are Jet Black/Artemis Cloth/Evotex seat trim or Jet Black/Artemis perforated leather-appointed front seat trim. The cabin features heated driver/front passenger seats and power driver seat lumbar control. 

Its interior specs are:

• Front Head Room: 40.3"
• Front Leg Room: 45.2"
• Front Shoulder Room: 57.4"
• Front Hip Room: 54.7"
• Rear Head Room: 38.3"
• Rear Leg Room: 34.7" 
• Rear Shoulder Room: 56.3"
• Rear Hip Room: 53.1"
• Cargo Volume: 41.9 cu. ft.

The ZR2's standard infotainment system includes an 11.3-inch diagonal touchscreen, an 11-inch diagonal digital driver information center with built-in Google, and wireless Apple CarPlay^®/Android Auto™ compatibility. A six-speaker audio system also comes standard.

Additionally, it offers some available interior features, including:

• Technology Package with HD surround vision, a tailgate locking cylinder, adaptive cruise control, and more
• Up to 10 camera views, including a class-exclusive underbody camera with front and rear-facing views under the truck
  
  

Exterior Colors & Size Comparison

2024 GMC Canyon AT4X Exterior

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X exterior comes in the following paint colors:

• Deep Bronze Metallic
• Desert Sand Metallic
• Dynamic Blue Metallic
• Onyx Black
• Solar Flare Metallic
• Sterling Metallic
• Summit White
• Volcanic Red Tintcoat

The AT4X features trim-exclusive exterior designs with an AT4X grille, body badging, and logo spray-on bedliner. It has a versatile cargo bed with eight standard tie-downs, a first-in-class integrated MultiStow tailgate storage system with an included drain, remote lock/unlock tailgate, and LED fog lamps.

Its exterior dimensions are 213.2" L x 72.4" W (without mirrors) x 81.6" H with a 61.7" bed length.

2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Exterior

The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 exterior comes in the following paints:

• Black
• Glacier Blue Metallic
• Harvest Bronze Metallic
• Nitro Yellow Metallic
• Radiant Red Tintcoat
• Sand Dune Metallic
• Sterling Gray Metallic
• Summit White

The ZR2 has a segment-first StowFlex Tailgate featuring a built-in lockable storage compartment, a drain, and cooler capabilities. It has eight standard cargo bed fixed tie-downs with an available 17 that's best-in-class.

Its exterior dimensions are 213.0" L x 78.1" W (without mirrors) x 81.8" H with a 61.7" bed length.

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Advanced Technology & Safety Equipment Comparison

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X has a long list of standard safety and driver assistance technologies, including: 

• Standard Canyon Pro Safety: Features forward collision alert with automatic emergency braking, following distance indicator, lane keep assist with lane departure warning, Intellibeam, and front pedestrian and bicyclist braking
• Standard Canyon Safety Plus: Adds rear cross-traffic braking, blind zone steering assist (with a trailering option available), and rear park assist 

It has a notable four-star NHTSA overall safety rating.

The 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 safety and driver assistance features include:

• StabiliTrack: An electronic stability control system with traction control when detecting wheel slippage on various road conditions 
• Available Safety Package: Rear park assist, rear cross-traffic braking, and blind zone steering assist
• Standard automatic emergency braking and front pedestrian/bicyclist braking

It has a respectable four-star NHTSA overall safety rating.

Verdict: Here's Why the AT4X is the Best Midsize Off-Road Truck to Buy

In this off-road truck comparison of the 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X and 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2, the AT4X is the better buy. While they both have the same towing capacity, payload rating, cargo volume, bed lengths, and NHTSA overall safety rating, the AT4X has maximum off-road performance. 

The AT4X has a wider and taller suspension and better fuel economy, making it easier and more cost-effective to drive on rugged roads. It also has an automatic rear locking differential (unavailable and manual on the ZR2) and a standard Trailering Package (available on the ZR2). 

Additionally, the AT4X has bigger and higher-quality audio with a seven-speaker premium Bose system versus the ZR2's standard six-speaker. However, the ZR2 has more standard infotainment and trailering features, like wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, built-in Google, and an in-vehicle trailering app (available on the AT4X). 

The AT4X AEV also outperforms the ZR2 Bison with a higher factory-installed lift and smaller driving angles due to its lighter and slimmer body- which midsize pickup drivers should carefully consider, as the ZR2 Bison costs over $20,000 more than the AT4X AEV $10,000 price difference.  

The 2024 GMC Canyon AT4X in comparison to the 2024 Chevy Colorado ZR2 has a higher starting price, but it's well worth the value for outdoor enthusiasts investing in a new off-road truck.

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