Holden Colorado II Crew Cab 2.8 Duramax 2 (200 Hp)


Holden Colorado:

The Holden Colorado is a range of 2- and 4-door, compact and mid-size pickup trucks that were produced for Australian manufacturer Holden, a subsidiary of General Motors from 2008 to 2021. Since its launch in 2008, it has been produced at the General Motors Thailand factory in Rayong, Thailand. This model is essentially a rebadged variant of the Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck, and replaces the previous Rodeo model, which is a rebadged variant of the Isuzu D-Max. The Colorado was made due to the split of GM and Isuzu....(Read more on Wikipedia)

II Crew Cab Overview:

Holden Colorado (II Crew Cab). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 2000 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.
  • • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:



    Specifications:

    Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Crew Cab: 2008 - 2012).

    General:
    Brand:Holden
    Model:Colorado
    Generation:II Crew Cab
    Modification (Engine):2.8 Duramax 2 (200 Hp)
    Start of production:2012
    End of production:2017
    Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
    Body type:Pick-up
    Seats:5
    Doors:4
    Engine:
    Power:200 Hp @ 3600 rpm. Same horsepower
    Power per litre:72 Hp/l [447mm more]
    Torque:440 Nm @ 2000 rpm.
    Engine Model/Code:Duramax 2 More details about the engine Duramax 2
    Engine displacement:2776
    Number of cylinders:4
    Engine configuration:Inline
    Number of valves per cylinder:4
    Fuel injection system:Diesel Commonrail
    Engine aspiration:Turbocharger, Intercooler
    Valvetrain:DOHC
    Engine oil capacity:5.7 l
    Coolant:9 l
    Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
    Cylinder Bore:94 mm mm
    Piston Stroke:100 mm mm
    Compression ratio:16.5:1
    Performance:
    Fuel Type:Diesel
    Weight-to-power ratio:9.9 kg/Hp, 101 Hp/tonne
    Weight-to-torque ratio:4.5 kg/Nm, 222.2 Nm/tonne
    Space:
    Kerb Weight:1980-2020
    Max. weight:3150
    Max load:1130-1170
    Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%):3500 kg
    Fuel tank capacity:76 l
    Permitted trailer load without brakes:750 kg
    Permitted towbar download:350 kg
    Size:
    Ramp-over (brakeover) angle:23°
    Wading depth:600 mm
    Length:5347 mm mm [447mm more]
    Width:1882 mm mm [82mm more]
    Height:1780 mm mm [45mm more]
    Wheelbase:3096 mm mm [46mm more]
    Front track:1570 mm
    Rear (Back) track:1570 mm
    Ride height (ground clearance):210 mm
    Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):12.7 m [above average]
    Approach angle:30°
    Departure angle:22°
    Powertrain:
    Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
    Drive wheelRear wheel drive
    Number of gears6
    Transmission typeManual
    Front brakesVentilated discs, 300 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
    Rear brakesDrum, 295 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
    Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
    Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
    Power steeringElectric Steering
    Tires size245/70 R16; 255/65 R17
    Wheel rims size6.5J x 16; 7J x 17
    Front suspensionDouble wishbone
    Rear suspensionLeaf spring

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