2017 GMC Canyon Denali Brings High Class To Midsize Pickups

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There’s a reason American automakers seem obsessed with pickup trucks, and it all has to do with profits. Full-size trucks and SUVs have some of the highest profit margins in the business, and automakers make a mint when they sell luxury-loaded, high-end models – as much as $13,000 per vehicle. GM is hoping it can see similar margins on its midsize truck models with the launch of the 2017 GMC Canyon Denali.

2017-GMC-Canyon-Denali-006The 2017 GMC Canyon Denali comes loaded to the gills with all the frivolous features that turn just-another-pickup into a versatile luxury vehicle. Available in both two and four-wheel drive versions, standard features include a unique chrome grille, chrome fog lamp surrounds, chrome step assists, as well as a brighter exhaust tip and 20-inch “ultra-bright” machined aluminum wheels. Lots of shiny bits, as well as a spray-on bedliner, come standard.

The Jet Black interior features “Mulan” heated and ventilated leather seats, as well as a unique console and instrument panel. Engine options include both the 3.6-liter V6 engine rated at 305 horsepower and 7,000 pounds of towing capacity, as well as the new 2.8-liter Duramax diesel with 369 lb-ft of torque and 7,700 pounds of towing and a 31 MPG highway rating. Also included are safety features like Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warnings, along with a remote starter, OnStar 4G LTE with a Wi-Fi hotsport, IntelliLink with Navigation and 8-inch touch screen, both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, along with several USB charging ports.

Here are two shots of the new Canyon Denali at the L.A. Auto Show. Photography: David Chick

Pricing hasn’t been announced and will depend on options, but it’s not going to be cheap if previous Denali models are any indicator.

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Christopher DeMorro is a freelance writer and journalist from Connecticut with two passions in life; writing and anything with an engine.
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