Introducing the 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Version: What’s New?

BEND, Ore. – GMC revealed the brand new 2023 Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Version in the present day at Overland Expo Pacific Northwest. The AEV Version pushes the already extremely succesful, premium off-road Sierra 1500 AT4X trim to new heights, and gives distinctive styling cues and excessive off-road functionality.

“GMC has been a pioneer within the premium off-road area and this Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Version raises the bar but once more,” mentioned GMC International Vice President Duncan Aldred. “Our prospects need an uncompromising mixture of on-road expertise and off-road functionality. Leveraging GMC’s unwavering dedication to offering premium vans and American Expedition Autos’ experience in engineering and integrating performance-driven elements and equipment, this truck gives excessive functionality, expertise and luxury.”

The brand new 2023 Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Version is probably the most off-road succesful manufacturing facility Sierra 1500 ever. Updates embrace:

• AEV stamped metal entrance and rear bumpers with heavy responsibility restoration factors and winch functionality (entrance bumper)
• 5 hot-stamped boron metal skid plates (entrance method, steering gear, switch case, gasoline tank and rear differential)
• Distinctive, race-inspired, laser-engraved 18-inch AEV Salta wheels in gloss black end with AEV’s signature recessed valve system for added safety from rocks on the path
• 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires
• Up to date entrance grille and fascia to accommodate the brand new bumper and bigger tires, gloss black door handles and a black distinction inside tailgate
• Unique AEV branding all through the automobile, together with on bumpers, embroidered head rests and all-weather flooring liners
• Accessible off-road rocker panel protectors to assist protect the sills and body rails and an optionally available bolt-on step help when not off-roading

“The Sierra 1500 AT4X is an extremely formidable platform in relation to on- and off-road efficiency and functionality,” mentioned AEV CEO and founder Dave Harriton. “We took our signature method to assist elevate this truck’s inherent off-road functionality to the subsequent degree. We’re assured prospects will love the consequence.”

The AEV-stamped metal entrance and rear bumpers are constructed of 3-millimeter heavy-duty metal and are powder and e-coated for sturdiness in addition to UV and corrosion resistance. Moreover, this factory-installed entrance bumper is winch-capable, one thing that no different competitor in its class can match¹.

5 ultra-high-strength, hot-stamped boron metal skid plates assist shield the underbody of the Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Version. This press-hardened metal is just not solely three-and-a-half instances stronger than an equal cold-stamped high-strength metal half, nevertheless it additionally gives unimaginable resistance to gouging and bending.

When it comes time to go off-road, the Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Version’s bumpers and underbody safety ship functionality by no means earlier than out there in a manufacturing facility Sierra 1500. When in comparison with the 2022 Sierra 1500 AT4X, the AEV Version options improved off-road stats. The entrance method angle will increase by greater than 27% to 32.5 levels. The departure angle improves to 23.4 levels (in comparison with 23 levels) and the breakover angle improves to 23.0 levels (in comparison with 22.7 levels). The truck’s floor clearance additionally improves to 11.2 inches (in comparison with 10.8 inches).

The AEV version is constructed on the Sierra 1500 AT4X trim that gives an unique premium inside and superior off-road functionality. Headline options embrace Multimatic DSSV dampers, entrance and rear e-locking differentials and two-speed switch case with selectable modes for various off-road situations reminiscent of Terrain mode for one pedal driving and Off-Street mode. All of the whereas, the Sierra 1500 AT4X delivers glorious on-road consolation and trailering functionality with a typical 6.2L V-8 engine. The AEV version additionally options the luxury-focused and tech-infused AT4X Obsidian Rush inside. The cabin boasts full grain leather-wrapped power-massaging entrance seats, genuine Vanta ash wooden trim, a 12-speaker Bose® Premium Sequence audio system and greater than 40 diagonal inches of mixed driver-focused digital shows — probably the most in its class¹.

Later within the 2023 mannequin yr, a brand new Sierra 1500 AT4X shall be out there with AEV-inspired enhancements, together with a stamped metal winch-capable entrance bumper, boron metal entrance method skid plate and 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory MT tires. These enhancements will improve the already formidable off-road functionality of the AT4X by improved method, departure and breakover angles, in addition to improved floor clearance.

The brand new 2023 Sierra 1500 AT4X will proceed to be a balanced execution that delivers excessive off-road functionality when known as upon with out compromising the on-road consolation, expertise and functionality that prospects have come to anticipate from a GMC pickup. The brand new Sierra 1500 AT4X can have a max payload of 1,290 kilos and max trailering of 8,700 kilos.

The Sierra 1500 AT4X AEV Version and the brand new AT4X shall be out there later within the 2023 mannequin yr.

¹Class is half-ton gasoline and diesel pickups. Based mostly on newest aggressive knowledge out there. Excludes different GM automobiles.

About GMC
With a robust basis of producing vans since 1902 and now promoting in a dozen international locations internationally, GMC presents purpose-built automobiles designed and engineered to the very best customary. From the all-new compact SUV Terrain to the Sierra HD, our vans and crossovers ship GMC’s signature mixture of intuitive applied sciences and premium execution, with the favored Denali representing the top of GMC design, efficiency and facilities. Particulars on all GMC fashions can be found at www.gmc.com, on Twitter at @GMC or at www.fb.com/gmc.

About AEV
American Expedition Autos (AEV) has now been on the slicing fringe of the 4WD business for over 25 years, constantly pushing the boundaries of design and innovation. The purpose has at all times been easy: present the very best high quality off-road elements and equipment out there wherever on the earth, interval.