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# How the All-New 2023 GMC Canyon Takes on Northern Illinois Roads | Castle Chevrolet Of Mchenry

The New & Improved 2023 CanyonThe next generation 2023 Canyon is here and is well equipped for off-road or on-road driving. The Canyon provides

# How the All-New 2023 GMC Canyon Takes on Northern Illinois Roads

February 1st, 2023 by [Castle Chevrolet Of Mchenry](https://www.castlechevymchenry.com/author/castlechevroletgmc_author/)

**The New & Improved 2023 Canyon**

The next generation 2023 Canyon is here and is well equipped for off-road or on-road driving. The Canyon provides enhanced performance, superior power, and state-of-the-art technologies, making it a heavy hitter in the midsize pickup truck segment.
Each next-generation Canyon equips you with a standard 2.7-liter turbo high-output engine that delivers best-in-class gas engine torque of 430 lb.-ft. Meanwhile, this burly engine produces up to 310 horsepower and offers the best-in-class max available towing capacity of up to 7,700 pounds. Plus, thanks to the Canyon's tall, ferocious, and prominent stance, it's perfect for the roads of Northern Illinois and beyond.

Key Features:

- 18-Inch Wheels w/All-Terrain Tires
- Keyless Open & Start
- Canyon Pro Safety
- 11.3-Inch Diagonal Center Touchscreen
- 8-Inch Diagonal Driver Information Center
- High-Definition Rear Vision Camera & Hitch View

## Off-Road & On-Road Optimization

The Canyon features a new standard off-road performance display, as well as four available, selectable drive modes (on AT4 trims and higher) that, at a moment's notice, can optimize your truck's performance for whatever terrain you're traversing. These intuitive drive modes are available on the Elevation trim and standard on all others. Plus, the AT4X trim provides an exclusive mode-Baja-that increases traction and handling while driving through sandy environments.

Selectable Drive Modes:

- Terrain
- Off-Road
- Normal
- Tow/Haul
- Baja (AT4X-Exclusive)

Not only that, but the Canyon thrives off-road thanks to its off-road suspension package with factory lift and ultra-wide track that includes:

- Standard 2-Inch Factory Lift (3-Inch on AT4X)
- Standard Ultra-Wide 66.1-Inch Front & Rear Track Width on Elevation and AT4(66.3-Inch on AT4X & 65.9-Inch on Denali)
- Standard 9.6-Inch of Ground Clearance on AT4 & Elevation and up to 10.7-Inch of Ground Clearance on AT4X

## Enhanced Driver-Assistance & Safety Features

Each Canyon equips you with Canyon Pro Safety, a suite of intuitive and advanced safety and driver-assistance technologies designed to enhance your awareness of the road and vehicles around you. Once you've driven with these innovative systems backing you up, you won't want to go without them.

Canyon Pro Safety:

- Lane Keep Assist w/Lane Departure Warning
- Forward Collision Alert
- Following Distance Indicator
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- IntelliBeam(R) Auto High Beams

Additionally, to further enhance your driving confidence and peace of mind, the available Canyon Safety Plus Package includes new features like rear cross-traffic braking, blind zone steering assist, and rear park assist.

## The Next Generation 2023 Canyon-A Perfect Truck for Northern Illinois Drivers

So, whether it's up to 10 available camera views, including first-in-class front and rear underbody cameras, the class-leading standard 11.3-inch diagonal center touchscreen, or the performance optimization drive modes, the all-new 2023 Canyon is a midsize truck ready to explore and blaze trails.

Schedule your test drive online to experience a versatile and dominating pickup. After that, you can check out our showroom at Castle Autoplex McHenry. One of our friendly and knowledgeable sales professionals can sit with you to discuss your purchasing options on the all-new 2023 Canyon today!

Source: www.gmc.com