7 Superior GMC Vehicles for Adventure Enthusiasts

 7 Superior GMC Vehicles for Adventure Enthusiasts

Are you a Type A personality?

No, not the competitive, fast-paced, goal-oriented, multi-tasking kind of Type A. 

We mean the adventurous variety – someone who’s curious, flexible, independent-minded and eager to explore.

If that sounds like you, GMC has a vehicle lineup that’s more than ready to help you discover what’s beyond the horizon. Even better, these go-anywhere trucks and SUVs feature rugged styling, premium amenities and the latest tech toys.

Ready for action? Let’s roll with it.

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SIERRA 1500 AT4 and AT4X

Known for their dependability and craftsmanship, the Sierra 1500 AT4 and AT4X are full-size, light-duty pickups engineered to make easy work of the backcountry.

A second-generation 3-liter Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine enhanced with new steel pistons and fuel injectors and a re-tuned turbo compressor comes standard on the AT4. So do a 10-speed automatic and a towing capacity of 8,900 pounds.

The Sierra 1500 AT4 Crew Cab is offered in 4WD configurations and can be equipped with a short or standard bed. 

Here’s what else you can expect:

• Best-in-class 305 horsepower
• 495 pound-feet of torque
• A generous 11.1 inches of ground clearance
• 2-speed AutoTrac transfer case, automatic locking rear differential and skid plates
• Off-road-tuned Rancho® monotube shock absorbers
• Red vertical Recovery Hooks
• Off-road mud terrain-rated Goodyear® Wrangler tires

The X in the AT4X denotes an all-terrain 4WD with advanced off-road capabilities. The Sierra 1500 AT4X offers a standard 6.2-liter V8 engine (available as an option on the AT4) that pumps out 420 horsepower and generates 460 pound-feet of torque. The short-bed crew cab comes with the same 10-speed automatic as the AT4 but offers a slightly higher towing capacity of 9,000 pounds.

The AT4X is also equipped with these adventure-ready features:

• American Expedition Vehicles (AEV) AEV stamped-steel front bumper with front winch capability
• AEV hot-stamped boron steel front-approach skid plate
• Front and rear e-locking differentials
• Terrain Mode that provides maximum control in low-speed, off-road conditions, including one-pedal rock crawling using only the accelerator

With luxurious, safety-conscious and tech-friendly interiors, you won’t have to rough it, no matter how far off the beaten track you go.

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SIERRA HD AT4 

With the Sierra HD AT4, you can not only get wherever you want to go, you can take everything with you. This heavy-duty truck has a maximum 21,000-pound gooseneck towing rating, so you’ll barely notice what’s attached to the back.

Available in 2500 and 3500 versions, it’s rugged outside and under the hood. The 6.6-liter gas-powered V8 with a six-speed automatic transmission is standard and there’s an option for a 6.6-liter Duramax turbodiesel V-8.

The HD AT4’s off-road cred is substantial and includes:

• A two-speed AutoTrac® transfer case that provides seamless shifting between t- and 4-wheek drive modes based on road conditions
• Skid plates for underbody protection
• Off-road suspension with Rancho shocks
• Chassis and suspension built on a fully boxed, ladder-type frame
• Clamshell design to provide stability while towing or off-roading
• A six-function multi-pro tailgate – the first of its kind – that’s designed to improve loading, unloading and accessing the cargo box

     The adventurous exterior features:

• Premium black chrome accents
• Side bed step
• Red recovery hooks
• Available high clearance step
• 20-inch machined aluminum wheels with high-gloss black accents

A jet-black Kalahari interior sets the mood inside, augmented by premium front and rear floor liners, an available wireless charging pad, heated and ventilated seats, a Bose sound system with Richbass subwoofer, a camera system with trailer view and a multicolor 15-inch head-up display.

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CANYON AT4 and AT4X

The GMC Canyon AT4 hit the lineup in 2021 and quickly made a name for itself among those who enjoy off-roading and overlanding. 

The scrappy mid-sized truck comes with a 6-liter V6 engine (with 308 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque) plus a range of standard features that make it off-road ready, including: 

• Hill-descent control
• Autotrac® two-speed transfer case with transfer case shield
• 31-inch Goodyear Wrangler® Duatrac Tires
• An off-road suspension package
• 4WD with automatic-locking real differential
• Integrated tailgate storage system

The Off-Road Performance Edition offers a front suspension-leveling kit, front and mid skid plates, 17-inch gloss black aluminum wheels and a spray-on bed liner.

The AT4X – an all-terrain AWD – offers available waterproof front and rear underbody cameras for a high-definition look at the rocks, stumps, ruts and other obstacles that aim to trip you up. Other features include:

• Multimatic™ DSSV dampers and front and rear e-lockers — electronic-locking differential that make sure both wheels spin together, regardless of the amount of resistance, to provide safe traction in the rough backcountry
• Transfer case shield and rocker protectors
• Baja drive mode, exclusive to the 2023 Canyon AT4X model, for high-speed off-roading

Tough trucks always feature black in their interior color schemes and the Canyon AT4 models are no exception. The AT4 comes with a jet-black interior with timber accents while the AT4X offers a luxurious Obsidian Rush look with white ceramic accents and a stitched AT4X logo on the front seats. 

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TERRAIN AT4

Small? Yes. Tough? You betcha. The Terrain AT4 is proof that any size vehicle can go big outdoors.

Let’s start under the hood of this dynamic little SUV. It comes standard with a 1.5-liter turbo 4-cylinder engine matched with a 9-speed automatic. It can also tow 1,500 pounds – enough for a trailer hauling six canoes; a jonboat with trailer and 20-horsepower engine; a trailer with a couple of snowmobiles; or a teardrop or A-frame camper with seven days of provisions.

Other great-outdoors features include: 

• Standard Traction Select System with the ability to switch between standard, all-wheel-drive, front-wheel-drive or off-road mode on the fly to adjust to road conditions
• Hill-descent control with anti-lock braking technology to provide a smooth, controlled ride on uneven surfaces without frequent taps on the brakes
• Front steel skid plates

     Exterior features that make you look good on the trail include:

• 17-inch gloss-black wheels and Goodyear sport terrain tires
• Black chrome accents and finish
• Gloss-black roof rails
• AT4 grille and badging

The interior seats five and provides both cargo flexibility and creature comfort for the humans. And even Fido. The left rear seat, full back row and front passenger seat can fold down to make room for objects up to 8 feet long. So what if you lose a passenger – bring the skis.

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ACADIA AT4

This midsize SUV offers a more refined driving experience than many of its AWD peers thanks to its active torque system that sends torque not only from front to back but side to side in the rear of the vehicle as well.

It’s also plenty roomy for both people and stuff during your off-the-grid outings. Versatile seating options allow leg and elbow room for six or seven people as well as a max of 79 cubic feet of cargo space.

Here’s how:

• Smart Slide second-row seats for easy third-row access
• Fold-flat second- and third-row seats 
• A large pass-through under the console storage
• Second-row storage drawer behind the center console
• Covered under-floor storage space in the cargo area

For interior décor, choose between jet-black premium cloth or leather-appointed seating with exclusive AT4 trim and Kalahari accents.

Oh, and be sure to enjoy the dual Skyscape sunroof – two panels over the front seats and one over the second row – during your drive.

Other perks off-road aficionados will appreciate include:

• A standard V6 engine
• Weather-resistant floor mats
• 17-inch gloss black aluminum wheels, standard
• Hands-free programmable liftgate to make loading cargo more convenient
  

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YUKON AT4

The Yukon AT4 is a three-row family SUV that seats up to eight. Sporty and spirited, it comes with a base 5.3-liter V8 engine and a 10-speed automatic transmission. The optional 6.2-liter V8 comes with the same transmission and cranks out 429 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque.

Its off-road capabilities are impressive and include standard 4WD – ideal for both off-road driving and snowy climates – hill descent control, a two-speed transfer case, front skid plates with a nearly 32-degree approach angle, and all-terrain tires.

Other features that make the Yukon AT4 a go-to off-roader include:

• Adaptive suspension that can raise the vehicle up as much as 2 inches to improve ground clearance
• A trailering package that delivers a max towing capacity of 8,200 pounds
• Available High-Definition Surround Vision that provides more extensive views around the vehicle to help avoid obstacles during low-speed, off-road maneuvering

Inside, enjoy the jet-black perforated leather seats with brandy accents and built-in Google compatibility, including Google maps.

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SIERRA HD DENALI

This luxury heavy-duty truck is all about towing. Its large drive shaft, Allison 10-speed automatic transmission and available 6.6-liter Duramax turbo-diesel V8 easily enable the vehicle to pull a maximum of nearly 31,000 pounds.

The turbo cranks out 454 horsepower and 910 foot-pounds of torque. Even the standard 6.6-liter V8 gas engine produces 401 horsepower and 464 pound-feet of torque – not too shabby.

The build won’t let you down. The Sierra HD Denali features a a fully boxed, ladder-type frame for strength and a clamshell design for stability when towing or going off-road.

The bold exterior is known for its distinctive finishes and precise detailing, as well as a range of other features, including:

• LED daytime running lamps, halogen taillights and wheel molding arch lamps over each wheel
• Available trailering mirrors and LED rear guidance lamps
• Dual-path air induction system that provides cooler air induction temperatures designed to optimize horsepower and trailering performance
• Six-function MultiPro tailgate for more efficient cargo box access

Inside, you can enjoy a heated steering wheel and seats, an elevated driver’s seat for a better view of the road and additional comfort on long hauls, rear seats that are actually comfortable (passengers count too!), plenty of storage and all the latest info/entertainment tech.

So which one of these bad boys do you want to take for a spin? Come see us at Mullinax Buick GMC in Montgomery (or check out our website). Our experienced team can answer your questions, assess your Type A level (just kidding!) and help match you up with the daring and well-appointed truck or SUV that satisfies your sense of adventure.