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2008 Chevrolet Colorado Regular Cab
At a Glance
| Pricing | $15,085 - $23,965 |
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| Drive Types | RWD, 4WD |
| Engines | I4 (185-bhp), I5 (242-bhp) |
| Transmissions | A4, M5 |
| Fuel Economy | 15-18 (city), 21-24 (highway) |
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| Velocity Index | 37 |
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Overview Information
The Colorado is a midsize truck available in regular, extended, and crew cab models. The Colorado Xtreme is the sport truck in the lineup with a lowered suspension and unique trim. A standard 2.9L I-4 is complemented by an optional 3.7L inline-5 cylinder engine. The engine choices leave the Colorado in an interesting position given the widespread availability of V6 engines in the class. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic. Side-curtain airbags are optional. The Colorado can tow up to 4000 lbs. trailer.
Official Word:
Coming out of a model year that saw significant changes, including two new, more powerful engines, the 2008 Chevy Colorado lineup soldiers on with minimal changes and all of the versatility the customers have come to expect from this lineup of capable trucks. Colorado is available in regular cab, extended cab and crew cab configurations, as well as 2WD and 4WD. The base engine in all but 4WD crew cabs is a powerful, 2.9L DOHC four-cylinder...Read.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
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| Colorado Regular Cab WT | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | M5 | RWD | 37 | $15,085 |
| Colorado Regular Cab WT | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 31 | $16,180 |
| Colorado Regular Cab WT | 3.7l I5 (242-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 37 | $17,180 |
| Colorado Regular Cab WT | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | M5 | 4WD | 27 | $18,540 |
| Colorado Regular Cab WT | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 17 | $19,635 |
| Colorado Regular Cab WT | 3.7l I5 (242-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 21 | $20,635 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LS | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | M5 | RWD | 37 | $15,365 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LS | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 31 | $16,460 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LS | 3.7l I5 (242-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 37 | $17,460 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LS | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | M5 | 4WD | 27 | $18,920 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LS | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 17 | $20,015 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LS | 3.7l I5 (242-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 21 | $21,015 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LT | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 31 | $17,355 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LT | 3.7l I5 (242-bhp) | A4 | RWD | 37 | $18,355 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LT | 2.9l I4 (185-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 17 | $20,810 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 1LT | 3.7l I5 (242-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 21 | $21,810 |
| Colorado Regular Cab 2LT | 3.7l I5 (242-bhp) | A4 | 4WD | 21 | $23,965 |
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