So Chevy...

[Dean Kolar]

Did you see that they unveiled the new Chevy Colorado today...not a bad mid size truck, didn't see the engines but hopefully they won't be like the rangers or old colorados that were kinda small and cheap interiors.

 

[pat jones]

link please haha

 

[Ken Hibbs]

http://www.mlive.com/auto/index.ssf/2013/11/photos_gm_unwraps_2015_chevy_c.html

 

[Rick Kent]

Could the 3rd generation of Sport Trac be far behind if the Colorado takes off?

 

[Ken Hibbs]

One can hope.....

 

[H D]

The interior looks mighty cramped but the materials look to be upgraded from the previous generation (according to flattering professional photographs). If it isn't a complete turd like it's predecessor, I may consider one as a daily driver in the next couple years. I should be retiring the ST to toy status next year after our house is built.

 

[FlipTrac_511]

Not a bad looking truck, inside or out. The legroom in the back looks cramped though. Looking forward to checking it out in person next week. That and the new MKC.

 

[Gavin Allan]

GM will initially offer the Colorado with two engine options: A standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder estimated at 193 horsepower and 184 lb.-ft. of torque and a 3.6-liter V6 estimated at 302 horsepower (224 kW) and 270 lb.-ft. of torque. For the 2016 model year, GM will also offer an all-new Duramax 2.8-liter turbodiesel ? ?greatly expanding the capabilities? of the pickup truck, according to GM.



?We?re really excited about being able to bring in the 2.8-liter Duramax diesel,? said Jeff Luke, GM Trucks executive engineer, during a recent media event previewing the vehicle.



All models are matched with a six-speed automatic that complements the truck-tuned engines with features that make hauling and trailering easier, including auto grade braking and a tow/haul mode.



When properly equipped, the Colorado is expected to offer class leading payload capacity and trailering capacity of more than 6,700 pounds.



No manual transmission?

6-bolt wheels/hubs.

If you squint, you can already see the rust line developting above the rear wheelwells like other Chevy pickups!

 

[Gavin Allan]

Article on the V-6 engine:

 

[H D]

Oh man, if only Ford would give us similar options in a Ranger (with 4 door options!). An EcoBoost 2.0 for the Orkin crowd, an EcoBoost 3.5 for the rest of us and a PowerStroke for those that need it.

 

[Ken Hibbs]

http://www.mlive.com/auto/index.ssf/2013/11/photos_gm_unwraps_2015_chevy_c.html

 

[EddieS'04]

Never been a GM person. Unless Ford moves on this. It is nice to know, I have options if needed. IMO my Gen1 '04 is still contempary to me.



I would have to look into the colorado and the taco 4x2 V6. The taco is most likely better built. There is one thing I dont like in either one, is. A truck those sizes, with auto trans. Should have column shift as the gen1 trac. It makes for a better long storage console.



Only pony and sports cars, should have auto trans floor shift. With steering wheel paddles. JMO

That is the only interior item on the gen2 trac, I didnt like. The floor shifter. A bucket seat truck needs console storage space.

 

[Gavin Allan]

Needs a 6-speed floor shift manual transmission for the V-6.

 

[swshawaii]

After the 2012, much room for improvement.