New 2015 Chevy Colorado
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11-20-2013, 04:10 PM
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New 2015 Chevy Colorado
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2013/...ntcmp=features
Los Angeles – Chevrolet has staked its claim to the small pickup truck market at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show.
The 2015 Colorado is aimed to take on the best-selling Toyota Tacoma in its stronghold of Southern California and beyond.
The midsize truck is an Americanized version of a model that’s been sold globally since 2012, with a bold new face and a redesigned cabin that looks like a scaled down version of the one in the full-size Chevy Silverado.
The Colorado will be available with either an extended cab body style and six-foot bed, or a crew cab with a five or six foot bed. A tiered bed design allows for the use of racks or platforms to create multi-level loading and concealment of cargo.
Two and four-wheel-drive models will be offered across three trim levels, including an off-road style Z71. At launch, 193 hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder and 302 hp 3.6-liter six-cylinder engines will be available, both with six-speed automatic transmissions, but a class-exclusive diesel option will be added in the Colorado’s second model year. Fuel economy has not been announced, but a properly equipped Colorado is expected to have a maximum tow rating of 6,700 pounds.
With the Colorado, GM is entering a segment recently abandoned by both Ford and Chrysler, which are trying to fill it with fuel efficient versions of their full-size pickups and small vans.
The Colorado will be joined next year by the not yet revealed GMC Canyon, which shares its platform, but will have a unique design and features.
The 2015 Colorado is aimed to take on the best-selling Toyota Tacoma in its stronghold of Southern California and beyond.
The midsize truck is an Americanized version of a model that’s been sold globally since 2012, with a bold new face and a redesigned cabin that looks like a scaled down version of the one in the full-size Chevy Silverado.
The Colorado will be available with either an extended cab body style and six-foot bed, or a crew cab with a five or six foot bed. A tiered bed design allows for the use of racks or platforms to create multi-level loading and concealment of cargo.
Two and four-wheel-drive models will be offered across three trim levels, including an off-road style Z71. At launch, 193 hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder and 302 hp 3.6-liter six-cylinder engines will be available, both with six-speed automatic transmissions, but a class-exclusive diesel option will be added in the Colorado’s second model year. Fuel economy has not been announced, but a properly equipped Colorado is expected to have a maximum tow rating of 6,700 pounds.
With the Colorado, GM is entering a segment recently abandoned by both Ford and Chrysler, which are trying to fill it with fuel efficient versions of their full-size pickups and small vans.
The Colorado will be joined next year by the not yet revealed GMC Canyon, which shares its platform, but will have a unique design and features.
I wonder if Ford will ever bring a small truck back to the market. At least we wont see only Tacoma's out there now.
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11-21-2013, 11:39 AM
Looks a lot like the Taco.
My dad just bought a 2013 Extended Cab Tacoma with the I4 engine. THAT THING IS HORRIBLE!
I think it has 150hp with a 4 speed. To get on the interstate, it downshifts (when I say downshift, I mean riding a bull) into second all the way to redline to get to 60, then you ride the bull again to get to 80. Oh whats that? A hill? Let me smack your head into the headrest so I can climb it. It only gets about 24mpg, and the towing is **** poor. We put a four wheeler in the bed and doing 60mph it will hunt, usually staying in 3rd (~4000rpm). Not to mention you sit in it like a car. The steering wheel has poor ergonomics (the cruise switch is behind the wheel so you cant stick your finger through the hole and flick it on, you have to reach back behind it and flick it up). Worst part? Toyota claims it has excellent mileage, even with 0W-20 oil, yet they put rear drum brakes AND a clutch fan. Really, Toyota? Really?
My dad thinks I am crazy that I say my truck is better. At 2500rpm I will be doing 80mph. No need to downshift to pass. It has plenty of low end grunt to pull a trailer of toys, and it gets 22mpg. Not to mention the seats are more comfortable and you sit in it like a truck.
My dad just bought a 2013 Extended Cab Tacoma with the I4 engine. THAT THING IS HORRIBLE!
I think it has 150hp with a 4 speed. To get on the interstate, it downshifts (when I say downshift, I mean riding a bull) into second all the way to redline to get to 60, then you ride the bull again to get to 80. Oh whats that? A hill? Let me smack your head into the headrest so I can climb it. It only gets about 24mpg, and the towing is **** poor. We put a four wheeler in the bed and doing 60mph it will hunt, usually staying in 3rd (~4000rpm). Not to mention you sit in it like a car. The steering wheel has poor ergonomics (the cruise switch is behind the wheel so you cant stick your finger through the hole and flick it on, you have to reach back behind it and flick it up). Worst part? Toyota claims it has excellent mileage, even with 0W-20 oil, yet they put rear drum brakes AND a clutch fan. Really, Toyota? Really?
My dad thinks I am crazy that I say my truck is better. At 2500rpm I will be doing 80mph. No need to downshift to pass. It has plenty of low end grunt to pull a trailer of toys, and it gets 22mpg. Not to mention the seats are more comfortable and you sit in it like a truck.
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#5
11-22-2013, 12:54 PM
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ford is in business to make money, if a mid , small truck made sense, they would make it.
problem is that for what a ranger cost, how much more is it to buy a single cab short bed v-6 f150? mpg. really not that much better if at all.
consumers set the market and the market has desided that little truck, manual transmissions ands diesel are not the requirement of the masses.
i think the diesel are a combination of the enigneering, warranty issues, flucuating diesel prices and ongoing epa requirements.
problem is that for what a ranger cost, how much more is it to buy a single cab short bed v-6 f150? mpg. really not that much better if at all.
consumers set the market and the market has desided that little truck, manual transmissions ands diesel are not the requirement of the masses.
i think the diesel are a combination of the enigneering, warranty issues, flucuating diesel prices and ongoing epa requirements.
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11-22-2013, 03:09 PM
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Looks a lot like the Taco.
My dad just bought a 2013 Extended Cab Tacoma with the I4 engine. THAT THING IS HORRIBLE!
I think it has 150hp with a 4 speed. To get on the interstate, it downshifts (when I say downshift, I mean riding a bull) into second all the way to redline to get to 60, then you ride the bull again to get to 80. Oh whats that? A hill? Let me smack your head into the headrest so I can climb it. It only gets about 24mpg, and the towing is **** poor. We put a four wheeler in the bed and doing 60mph it will hunt, usually staying in 3rd (~4000rpm). Not to mention you sit in it like a car. The steering wheel has poor ergonomics (the cruise switch is behind the wheel so you cant stick your finger through the hole and flick it on, you have to reach back behind it and flick it up). Worst part? Toyota claims it has excellent mileage, even with 0W-20 oil, yet they put rear drum brakes AND a clutch fan. Really, Toyota? Really?
My dad thinks I am crazy that I say my truck is better. At 2500rpm I will be doing 80mph. No need to downshift to pass. It has plenty of low end grunt to pull a trailer of toys, and it gets 22mpg. Not to mention the seats are more comfortable and you sit in it like a truck.
My dad just bought a 2013 Extended Cab Tacoma with the I4 engine. THAT THING IS HORRIBLE!
I think it has 150hp with a 4 speed. To get on the interstate, it downshifts (when I say downshift, I mean riding a bull) into second all the way to redline to get to 60, then you ride the bull again to get to 80. Oh whats that? A hill? Let me smack your head into the headrest so I can climb it. It only gets about 24mpg, and the towing is **** poor. We put a four wheeler in the bed and doing 60mph it will hunt, usually staying in 3rd (~4000rpm). Not to mention you sit in it like a car. The steering wheel has poor ergonomics (the cruise switch is behind the wheel so you cant stick your finger through the hole and flick it on, you have to reach back behind it and flick it up). Worst part? Toyota claims it has excellent mileage, even with 0W-20 oil, yet they put rear drum brakes AND a clutch fan. Really, Toyota? Really?
My dad thinks I am crazy that I say my truck is better. At 2500rpm I will be doing 80mph. No need to downshift to pass. It has plenty of low end grunt to pull a trailer of toys, and it gets 22mpg. Not to mention the seats are more comfortable and you sit in it like a truck.
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11-23-2013, 08:27 PM
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#8
11-23-2013, 08:38 PM
That's frekkin' hideous 
Taco wannabe, disjointed and jarring styling cues, (and blatant cue ripoffs like the upturning rear side glass) and - WTFF is that gross grey thang wif the tow hooks looky aboot ta fall orf? Seriously?
I dearly hope the underpinnings are new - the current-gen truck is a spectacular POS in that regard. Hope the I5 abortion is gone too.
Lipstick on a pig ... they'll sell a gigazillion of 'em ...
... silly 'Murricans
Taco wannabe, disjointed and jarring styling cues, (and blatant cue ripoffs like the upturning rear side glass) and - WTFF is that gross grey thang wif the tow hooks looky aboot ta fall orf? Seriously?
I dearly hope the underpinnings are new - the current-gen truck is a spectacular POS in that regard. Hope the I5 abortion is gone too.
Lipstick on a pig ... they'll sell a gigazillion of 'em ...
... silly 'Murricans
#9
11-23-2013, 11:30 PM
#10
11-23-2013, 11:50 PM
That's frekkin' hideous
Taco wannabe, disjointed and jarring styling cues, (and blatant cue ripoffs like the upturning rear side glass) and - WTFF is that gross grey thang wif the tow hooks looky aboot ta fall orf? Seriously?
I dearly hope the underpinnings are new - the current-gen truck is a spectacular POS in that regard. Hope the I5 abortion is gone too.
Lipstick on a pig ... they'll sell a gigazillion of 'em ...
... silly 'Murricans
Taco wannabe, disjointed and jarring styling cues, (and blatant cue ripoffs like the upturning rear side glass) and - WTFF is that gross grey thang wif the tow hooks looky aboot ta fall orf? Seriously?
I dearly hope the underpinnings are new - the current-gen truck is a spectacular POS in that regard. Hope the I5 abortion is gone too.
Lipstick on a pig ... they'll sell a gigazillion of 'em ...
... silly 'Murricans
#12
11-24-2013, 02:23 PM
I'm not a fan of GM, but I think the Colorado looks pretty good on the outside. Maybe ditch the trapezoid wheel arches for circular arches and it would be about right. GM would probably have a winner if this was the new Silverado.
I do have gripes about the interior though. You'll be sent back in time once you climb in it. It's like stepping in the 90's if it didn't have the touchscreen, and the shifter looks like it came out of a Cavalier! It's a pretty boring interior if you ask me and could use some chrome or color accents to liven it up a little.
I do have gripes about the interior though. You'll be sent back in time once you climb in it. It's like stepping in the 90's if it didn't have the touchscreen, and the shifter looks like it came out of a Cavalier! It's a pretty boring interior if you ask me and could use some chrome or color accents to liven it up a little.
#13
11-24-2013, 05:17 PM
Senior Member
That's frekkin' hideous
Taco wannabe, disjointed and jarring styling cues, (and blatant cue ripoffs like the upturning rear side glass) and - WTFF is that gross grey thang wif the tow hooks looky aboot ta fall orf? Seriously?
I dearly hope the underpinnings are new - the current-gen truck is a spectacular POS in that regard. Hope the I5 abortion is gone too.
Lipstick on a pig ... they'll sell a gigazillion of 'em ...
... silly 'Murricans
Taco wannabe, disjointed and jarring styling cues, (and blatant cue ripoffs like the upturning rear side glass) and - WTFF is that gross grey thang wif the tow hooks looky aboot ta fall orf? Seriously?
I dearly hope the underpinnings are new - the current-gen truck is a spectacular POS in that regard. Hope the I5 abortion is gone too.
Lipstick on a pig ... they'll sell a gigazillion of 'em ...
... silly 'Murricans
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11-24-2013, 06:41 PM
#15
11-26-2013, 02:49 PM
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One thing they did not report previously, is that the base model with the 2.5L four cylinder will come with a 6 speed manual.
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2013/...ntcmp=features
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2013/...ntcmp=features