GMC AT4X or Ranger Raptor - Page 2

lbls1 · 01-02-2024, 08:47 AM

I looked at these. If you are referring to Canyon AT4, then the Raptor is very hard to ignore. Ford is very aggressive when it comes to competing with their trucks, and it looks like they gave a lot of thought into the Raptor.

In the full sized arena, I believe the playing field would be more equal. You would essentially pick by your true likes.

Good luck.

snizzle · 01-02-2024, 09:58 AM

Not the AT4, the AT4X which is a significant step up. The ZR2 and AT4X are the direct competitors IMO in both capability and price, not the AT4.

JamesNoBrakes · 01-02-2024, 10:37 AM

The AT4X is a little hard to figure out for me. The RR basically comes loaded and no real options are available, all the features I'd want are included anyway. The Colorado ZR2 can be optioned a little better, eliminating a few things you may not want or need and selecting the ones you want. I guess the AT4X is like the RR in that respect, but seems strange for GM to have these two tiers that can ultimately be set up the same. Confusing.

KMPrenger · 01-02-2024, 12:55 PM

My opinion, but I think the ZR2 is the best bang for the buck, for someone looking for the best off-roading capability for the dollar. Past that, I think the Raptor might be the best overall truck of them all in terms of performance potential. Not sure where the Taco TRD Pro will stand against the RR. ZR2 will suffer a little since it's down on power compared to the others, but not sure if that matters much unless you are desert running these bad boys.

There's also the ZR2 Bison to consider, which is just a little more expensive than the RR. I'm assuming the TRD Pro will be priced right around that 60K mark also.

snizzle · 01-03-2024, 06:24 AM

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Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes

The AT4X is a little hard to figure out for me. The RR basically comes loaded and no real options are available, all the features I'd want are included anyway. The Colorado ZR2 can be optioned a little better, eliminating a few things you may not want or need and selecting the ones you want. I guess the AT4X is like the RR in that respect, but seems strange for GM to have these two tiers that can ultimately be set up the same. Confusing.

Well, GM has been hammered on for years given all the badge engineering across brands. They are trying to differentiate the models that are still mechanically the same trucks. GMC is moving upscale in packaging, features, and of course price. Personally, I like having two options if i'm set on buying a GM midsize truck.

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My opinion, but I think the ZR2 is the best bang for the buck, for someone looking for the best off-roading capability for the dollar. Past that, I think the Raptor might be the best overall truck of them all in terms of performance potential. Not sure where the Taco TRD Pro will stand against the RR. ZR2 will suffer a little since it's down on power compared to the others, but not sure if that matters much unless you are desert running these bad boys.

There's also the ZR2 Bison to consider, which is just a little more expensive than the RR. I'm assuming the TRD Pro will be priced right around that 60K mark also.

I agree the ZR2 seems to be the budget/value pick believe it or not. Get the core of what makes these trucks great off roaders and perhaps option up at purchase a pkg or two or buy accessories later as money permits. If you want it all at point of sale, there's a ZR2 Bison or an AT4X AEV edition.

FarmerFran · 01-03-2024, 07:48 AM

Ended on a Gladiator lol.

snizzle · 01-03-2024, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by FarmerFran

Ended on a Gladiator lol.

Well that wasn't one of your stated options

Two things:

We need pics
Tell us about your choice and why

FarmerFran · 01-03-2024, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by snizzle

Well that wasn't one of your stated options

Two things:

We need pics
Tell us about your choice and why

11k off msrp. Very capable if needed. I bought the Metro Jethro version. It has the heavy duty DANA wide axels. It is really nice.

FarmerFran · 01-03-2024, 02:07 PM

Couple of coats of sealant

JamesNoBrakes · 01-03-2024, 11:28 PM

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Originally Posted by FarmerFran

Ended on a Gladiator lol.

Too much of a DD compromise for me, if I was into jeeping or that kind of off-roading, it would be on the radar.

JamesNoBrakes · 01-03-2024, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by FarmerFran

11k off msrp. Very capable if needed. I bought the Metro Jethro version. It has the heavy duty DANA wide axels. It is really nice.

Nice color.

FarmerFran · 01-27-2024, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes

Too much of a DD compromise for me, if I was into jeeping or that kind of off-roading, it would be on the radar.

I will never understand this comment. But to each their own.

JamesNoBrakes · 02-06-2024, 11:48 PM

Ended on a ZR2. Keeping it "in the family"

01-02-2024, 08:47 AM	#15
lbls1 Drives: 2002 Camaro SS SOM; 2015 Malibu LTZ Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Queens, NY Posts: 4,022	I looked at these. If you are referring to Canyon AT4, then the Raptor is very hard to ignore. Ford is very aggressive when it comes to competing with their trucks, and it looks like they gave a lot of thought into the Raptor. In the full sized arena, I believe the playing field would be more equal. You would essentially pick by your true likes. Good luck. __________________ '02 CAMARO SS SOM; 5.7L LS1/FLS6B '08 TBSS AWD Black Granite Metallic '15 Malibu LTZ 2LZ Turbo *'14 CAMARO ZL1 Blue Ray Metallic*

01-02-2024, 09:58 AM	#16
snizzle Recalled user Drives: '12 Camaro SS, '18 Colorado Z71 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Richmond, VA Posts: 3,419	Not the AT4, the AT4X which is a significant step up. The ZR2 and AT4X are the direct competitors IMO in both capability and price, not the AT4. __________________ 2012 2SS 45th AE LS3 M6 Borla ATAK Catback Kooks Stepped LT Headers CAI Intake Hexvents VMAX CNC Ported Throttle Body RX Catch Can Hurst Short Throw Shifter Pfadt ZL-Spec Stage 3 Suspension Forgestar F14 Tuned by Frost

01-02-2024, 10:37 AM	#17
JamesNoBrakes Drives: 2SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: AK Posts: 2,301	The AT4X is a little hard to figure out for me. The RR basically comes loaded and no real options are available, all the features I'd want are included anyway. The Colorado ZR2 can be optioned a little better, eliminating a few things you may not want or need and selecting the ones you want. I guess the AT4X is like the RR in that respect, but seems strange for GM to have these two tiers that can ultimately be set up the same. Confusing. __________________ Everything happens for a reason, except when it doesn't, but even then, you can, in hindsight, fabricate a reason that satisfies your belief system. 2018 2SS 1LE 2023 Colorado ZR2 2022 Stinger GT-line AWD

01-02-2024, 12:55 PM	#18
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	My opinion, but I think the ZR2 is the best bang for the buck, for someone looking for the best off-roading capability for the dollar. Past that, I think the Raptor might be the best overall truck of them all in terms of performance potential. Not sure where the Taco TRD Pro will stand against the RR. ZR2 will suffer a little since it's down on power compared to the others, but not sure if that matters much unless you are desert running these bad boys. There's also the ZR2 Bison to consider, which is just a little more expensive than the RR. I'm assuming the TRD Pro will be priced right around that 60K mark also. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

01-03-2024, 07:48 AM	#20
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,032	Ended on a Gladiator lol. __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

01-03-2024, 02:07 PM	#23
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,032	Couple of coats of sealant Attached Images __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

02-06-2024, 11:48 PM	#27
JamesNoBrakes Drives: 2SS 1LE Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: AK Posts: 2,301	Ended on a ZR2. Keeping it "in the family" __________________ Everything happens for a reason, except when it doesn't, but even then, you can, in hindsight, fabricate a reason that satisfies your belief system. 2018 2SS 1LE 2023 Colorado ZR2 2022 Stinger GT-line AWD

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