AT4X AEV Edition Announced(this is the same as the ZR2 Bison)

[GearheadSS]

Surprisingly, GMC is first to announce their AEV AT4X with full specs ahead of Chevy with the ZR2 Bison. Expect all of the AEV stuff on this truck to be the same as what will come with the Bison. Even the base AT4X is getting the AEV bumpers and now, the same 33s that the ZR2 has.

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[anton3ooo]

Just sucks they did not take the opportunity to add 35s to the AEV package

 

[TXZR2]

No lady humps on the hood? Guess they don't want to repaint anymore hoods

 

[MO_ZR2]

Just sucks they did not take the opportunity to add 35s to the AEV package

If the AT4x got upgraded to 33's, maybe the zr2 will get upgraded to 35's with this package?

 

[GearheadSS]

If the AT4x got upgraded to 33's, maybe the zr2 will get upgraded to 35's with this package?

No it won't.

 

[Dragoon]

I'm guessing they didn't upgrade the tires because of the factory gear ratio???

 

[Adam36West]

Will those be available to order later this month along with the 23 ZR2? I’m trying to order one of the two the day they come out

 

[MO_ZR2]

No it won't.

That was somewhat a wing and a prayer and maybe if I said it, it would come true...wasn't truly expecting it but appreciate the stone cold response. LOL

 

[GearheadSS]

I'm guessing they didn't upgrade the tires because of the factory gear ratio???

Probably because of clearance issues more likely.

 

[44sixpack]

So should we expect the standard ZR2 to have those bumpers if the GMC does ? or might they be an option ? the bumper is the only thing about the Bison I prefer from what I see.

 

[Keewatin427]

Kinda not surprised GMC isn’t using 35s on this, as it seems like with this and the ZR2 they’re trying to avoid affecting their fleet CAFE harmonic mean. They’re probably already pushing it with the new Z06, not to mention the problems with the Volt, and the fact the ZR2 already has terrible fuel economy. I just hope the new AEV bumpers help create space for 35s, as the current ZR2 front bumper ends are what causing the rubbing issues with larger tires

 

[anton3ooo]

If the AT4x got upgraded to 33's, maybe the zr2 will get upgraded to 35's with this package?

Fingers crossed LOL

 

[wutang61]

Definitely jealous of the front park sensors. It seemed like an odd option to leave out on these trucks.

 

[GearheadSS]

So should we expect the standard ZR2 to have those bumpers if the GMC does ? or might they be an option ? the bumper is the only thing about the Bison I prefer from what I see.

I doubt it. I'm guessing the ZR2 will stay the same and we won't get a base AEV bumper option.

I bet this is why AT4X for 22 didn't get a bumper or wheel/tire upgrade. They knew this was coming and probably didn't have it ready to go when production started on the 2022s. I'd be pissed if I bought a 2022 AT4x!

 

[MO_ZR2]

According the latest TFL video, it's interesting that GMC is apparently going to let you just option the wheels/tires, bumper, and winch from factory (apparently?). All depends on how it options out and pricing whether it makes any sense at all but I personally like the rear bumper steps as they are just handy for my needs and you lose those with the full AEV package. (Agreed @GearheadSS on being pissed if I bought the 2022 AT4X)

 

[MO_ZR2]

@GearheadSS - appreciate your dealer insights and willingness to share. Does this mean we'll be able to order a ZR2 and pick & choose the AEV/Bison bumpers, skip plates, etc? Found this here - https://www.autoevolution.com/news/...023-chevrolet-silverado-zr2-bison-187114.html

 

[GearheadSS]

@GearheadSS - appreciate your dealer insights and willingness to share. Does this mean we'll be able to order a ZR2 and pick & choose the AEV/Bison bumpers, skip plates, etc? Found this here - https://www.autoevolution.com/news/...023-chevrolet-silverado-zr2-bison-187114.html

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That screen just shows what is added when you order a Bison. I don't know yet if we will be able to order the bumpers separate from the Bison package though.

 

[Keewatin427]

That screen just shows what is added when you order a Bison. I don't know yet if we will be able to order the bumpers separate from the Bison package though.

Watching the TFL video about the AEV AT4X it’s said that there’ll be two ways to get the parts; Buy the AEV edition truck, or order parts à la carte and put them on your AT4X or ZR2

 

[Ironpig37]

Kinda not surprised GMC isn’t using 35s on this, as it seems like with this and the ZR2 they’re trying to avoid affecting their fleet CAFE harmonic mean. They’re probably already pushing it with the new Z06, not to mention the problems with the Volt, and the fact the ZR2 already has terrible fuel economy. I just hope the new AEV bumpers help create space for 35s, as the current ZR2 front bumper ends are what causing the rubbing issues with larger tires

 

[Ironpig37]

I've had my zr2 since October , and honestly...I'm quite disappointed with the overall stance and lack of easily modified options on this truck. You can't even put a 34 in tire on the truck without it rubbing so the 33s it comes with are barely even fitting to factory setup. I've always been a Chevy guy but if I'm sitting next to a TRX at a redlight , I feel inferior . Should have spent the extra money for a truly setup truck that's built right from the factory