Chevrolet Colorado II Extended Cab Long Box 3.6 V6 (305 Hp) Automatic
Chevrolet Colorado:
The Chevrolet Colorado is a series of compact pickup trucks and mid-size pickup trucks marketed by American automaker General Motors. They were introduced in 2004 to replace the Chevrolet S-10 and GMC S-15/Sonoma compact pickups. The Colorado is named after the U. S. state of Colorado, while the Canyon took its name from the deep chasm between cliffs.
The Chevrolet Colorado and its twin, the GMC Canyon, were jointly designed by GM's North American operations, GM's Brazil operations, and Isuzu, which began selling its own version worldwide in 2002. Production began in October 2003. In late 2005, Isuzu offered a version in North America called the Isuzu i-series. This North American model Isuzu shared North American powertrains, styling, and equipment with the Colorado/Canyon twins and differed from Isuzu's worldwide offering. All Chevrolet, GMC, and Isuzu versions worldwide are based on the GMT355, itself the basis for the GMT 345-based Hummer H3. Most vehicles for markets outside North America are manufactured at a GM plant in Rayong, Thailand. All North American-market vehicles were manufactured by Shreveport Operations....(Read more on Wikipedia)
II Extended Cab Long Box Overview:
Chevrolet Colorado (II Extended Cab Long Box). With 365 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1855 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Adequate and balanced power output (200 hp) for versatile driving.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Direct fuel injection technology for optimized combustion.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 2009 - 2012).
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| Brand: | Chevrolet |
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| Model: | Colorado |
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| Generation: | II Extended Cab Long Box |
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| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 V6 (305 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2015 |
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| End of production: | 2016 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Pick-up |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 2 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 305 Hp @ 6800 rpm. Same horsepower |
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| Power per litre: | 85.6 Hp/l [143mm more] |
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| Torque: | 365 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
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| Engine Model/Code: | LFX More details about the engine LFX |
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| Engine displacement: | 3564 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Valvetrain: | DOHC, VVT |
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| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
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| Coolant: | 10.6 l |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 85.6 mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
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| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.1 kg/Hp, 164.4 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.1 kg/Nm, 196.8 Nm/tonne |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1855 |
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| Max. weight: | 2585 |
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| Max load: | 730 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1414 l |
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| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 79 l |
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| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 22° |
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| Length: | 5403 mm [143mm more] |
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| Width: | 1886 mm |
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| Height: | 1788 mm [88mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 3258 mm [58mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1586 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1586 mm |
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| Ride height (ground clearance): | 213 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.6 m [above average] |
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| Approach angle: | 17.7° |
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| Departure angle: | 22.6° |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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| Gearbox type | Hydra-Matic |
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| Front brakes | Disc, 310x27 mm [above average] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 324x18 mm [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Tires size | 265/70 R16; 255/65 R17 |
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| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 7.5J x 16; 8J x 17 |
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| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
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| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring |
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