The smallest big truck. Review of the new Chevrolet Colorado pickup (2017-2018): joining the ranks of rogues Cool Colorado pickup test drive

A brutal and impressive woodcutter from North America. Mid-size pickup truck with quiet diesel engine and high torque. welcome aboard Chevrolet Colorado Diesel 2016.

The second generation of the pickup truck was presented back in 2011 in Bangkok. Today, we will take a look at the diesel version of the Colorado pickup truck.

The car shows a commanding and confident appearance. At the front, rectangular headlights are separated by a double radiator grille with a Chevrolet emblem, and a wide and sculpted hood hangs over them. The front bumper houses foglights with a chrome frame and powerful plastic “fangs”, apparently performing a protective function. The Colorado profile has smoothed corners, inside convex wheel arches, with square-shaped plastic protection, and 17-inch wheels with Goodyear Duratec tires. The metal footrest resembles the battering ram that SWAT use to break down doors. The back part is still strongly raised to the top. Therefore, there are special steps on the sides of the bumper to facilitate access to the open body. Inside the latter there are protective brackets with additional LED lighting.

The interior of the Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck is very bright and cozy. The driver is seated in a very wide seat, and in front of him is an equally wide steering wheel with a harmonious instrument panel behind. The center console has very large buttons that are simply impossible not to hit, and its “top” is equipped with an 8-inch touch display MyLink with Apple Car Play. We are pleased with the excellent sound insulation and the huge amount of space for rear passengers. By the way, if desired, the owner can buy a two-door version of the pickup truck and equip it with a premium audio system from Bose.

Under the hood is a real highlight in the form of a small 2.8-liter turbodiesel with 185 Horse power and 500 Nm of torque. The power plant will be paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission, distributing all torque to 4 drive wheels. Unfortunately, the company did not provide more detailed technical characteristics of this power unit, but made a statement that it will be the most economical in its class. The Chevrolet Colorado received an exhaust brake, as well as assistance systems for towing a trailer with a load that can weigh up to 7,500 kg. At the same time, the pickup does not lose its maneuverability, the responsiveness of the electric power steering wheel and receives front shock absorbers tuned for a heavier engine.

Officially, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado Diesel is unlikely to hit the market. Russian market, and in the USA it can be purchased for $40,000.

The third generation Chevrolet Silverado has been produced since 2013. These cars are also sold under the name GMC Sierra. 3.5 tons is the load capacity of this generation Heavy Duty. These are also equipped with a turbodiesel, and not just a gasoline engine. Such cars only have a gearbox. Actually, already in the second generation it was offered only for cars produced on the Mexican market.

It can be argued that all the changes occurring in the appearance of the pickup truck are a means of achieving even higher speeds and more. For example, the more streamlined shape implemented in the third generation improved aerodynamic characteristics. Keeping up with the times, Silverado was equipped with USB connectors, with their help you can easily charge your smartphone or PDA.

Technical characteristics of Chevrolet Silverado 2016-2017

The third generation of pickup trucks has V6 petrol engines with a volume of 4.3 liters, V8 with a volume of 5.3 and 6.2 liters, which feature direct injection and variable valve timing. Heavy Duty gasoline engine V8 6.0 (322 or 360 hp) or V8 6.6 turbodiesel with 397 hp. 8-cylinder engines of the EcoTec3 series are used in the 2015 car (5.3 liters, 355 hp).

The front suspension can certainly be considered a source of pride for the company's engineers. The car has an independent double wishbone. In addition, there are modifications of pickup trucks with a front torsion bar reinforced suspension. In later modifications, lightweight, more rigid control arms with front springs were installed on it. Due to this, they became 30% tougher compared to the previous ones.

The rear is a frame structure with dependent leaf spring suspension. We can say that it provides the perfect balance between cargo capabilities and a smooth ride at the same time. Both the first and subsequent generations of pickup trucks use shock absorbers with double tubes and two-stage multi-springs. When ordering, it is possible to make a choice of an improved modification of the car suspension, and then it is possible to increase the amount of cargo accepted.

Interior

If the exterior is traditionally distinguished by some brutality, then the interior is determined by comfort, simplicity and accessibility. The car's interior is distinguished by its dimensions; it can safely be called huge. In the middle there is a center console with a TFT screen. The controls for climate control and audio system are placed quite high, and the number of icons is minimized, so they don’t get in the way. Some of the existing functionality is duplicated on the multifunction steering wheel.

Located between the speedometer and tachometer big screen with good resolution, thanks to which the driver is constantly informed about the condition of the pickup. Everything you need is presented here, for example, indicators of highway driving, fuel economy, and engine cylinder deactivation status. It is also worth noting the excellent sound insulation of the car.

There will be no exaggeration if we say that the 2016-2017 Chevrolet Silverado is one of the company’s highest quality products. All changes made in each generation led to improvement ride quality pickup truck, eliminating existing deficiencies and ultimately ensuring the proper level of vehicle safety. For a circle of potential buyers from generation to generation, it becomes more and more attractive, especially since the Chevrolet Silverado clearly declares the position in society and the statue of its owner.

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Fresh Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 2017-2018 pickup truck in a new body (photos, configurations, specifications, prices, video and test drive) is ideal for off-road driving. This is a worthy rival to such a bestseller as the Ford Raptor, only the new product from Chevrolet boasts a more affordable price.

Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 2017-2018. Specifications

The following will be installed on the pickup truck: power units(at buyer's choice):

• diesel engine with a 2.8 liter turbine. Power - 186 horses. Along with the installation, a 6-speed automatic transmission will work;
• atmospheric gasoline engine with a volume of 3.6 liters. Recoil - 308 horses. An automatic transmission will also work in tandem with this engine, but with 8 steps.

It is not surprising that the new product will only be installed four-wheel drive with 9 different modes. They are designed for various road surfaces.

The engineers have perfectly worked out the level of cross-country ability and controllability. To do this, they installed aluminum racks with special valves.

The front suspension can operate in six different modes, while the rear can only operate in four.

Dimensions of Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 2017-2018 in a new body

Looking at the car, one can only be surprised at how huge its size is. There is no data on body height yet, but other parameters have already appeared on the Internet:

• length - 5 m 39.5 cm;
• wheelbase - 3 m 26.4 cm;
• ground clearance - 26 cm;
• curb weight from 2,129 to 2,261 tons (depending on the engine installed under the hood).

Exterior of Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 2017-2018 in a new body

This model is a special version of the already familiar Colorado pickup truck. However, the new product will now feel great when driving over rough terrain.

There is no doubt that the real king of off-road vehicles has appeared before the eyes of the public. This is evidenced by its huge ground clearance, original bumpers, additional protection made of durable aluminum, a huge radiator grille for cooling the powerful engine and transfer case.

The front part of the body can be called recognizable. The huge grille is visually divided into two parts by a black stripe. The headlights are large and bright, thanks to the modern filling, and due to the large distance between the wheels, the car’s exterior seems even more brutal.

Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 2017-2018 interior and equipment

The American will be produced in two versions:

• with one and a half cabin for 4 people. this option was called Extended Cab;
• with a full cab called Crew Cab. The full-size version can accommodate five people in the cabin.

The level of equipment is very high. Just look at the list of additional and basic equipment:

• upholstery made of genuine leather;
• heating and electrically adjustable seats;
• climate system with several zones;
• multimedia system with a large monitor;
• rear view camera;
• audio complex with six speakers (more expensive versions already have 7 speakers installed);
• Cruise control.

Behind the wheel placed excellent and bright dashboard. It also has a color display, which also serves as trip computer. The driving position is very comfortable and spacious, which is not surprising given the size of this car.

Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 2017-2018. Prices

The model is already available for purchase in the United States. The cost of the car is $41,000 for the minimum version. If this amount is converted into Russian rubles, then the price for a pickup truck will be 2,300,000 rubles.

Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 2017-2018 photo

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Here we will talk about the mid-size pickup truck that the company produces and this Chevrolet car Colorado 2017-2018 is a really big and beautiful pickup truck.

In 2011, a new generation of this car was shown to the public and a presentation took place at the Bangkok Motor Show, a little later the same car was shown to the public at the Frankfurt Motor Show at the same time, but before that, photos of this car were leaked a couple of days.

The second generation received a new modern design, which makes the model a very attractive and brutal car. The model was tested for safety and there the car showed 4 safety stars out of a maximum of 5.

Specifications

The second generation of the car has only 2 power units in its lineup, and they are both diesel. The first engine, which has a volume of 2.5 liters, is simply diesel, and the other engine is already equipped with a turbocharger, thanks to which it produces 180 horsepower. These power units are paired with either the same 5-speed or a new 6-speed for this car. At the same time, the car really does not consume much fuel for its class; it is 12 liters during a mixed driving cycle. But we all understand that given consumption will be a little more than the manufacturer claims.

The car is stopped using a full disc brake system, the front of which are ventilated. The suspension of the model is really comfortable and at the same time it performs well off-road. We don't have a front dependent suspension, mounted on springs, and at the rear there is a dependent suspension on springs.

Interior

What can you say about the salon? It is made modernly and with high quality as it should be. In terms of functionality, it is also acceptable; of course, it does not have anything beyond amazing and technologically advanced, but the main thing is that it has everything that is necessary for an ordinary driver. Therefore, off-road everything will be just fine in it and in the city you will also feel comfortable, fuel consumption will upset you as it big car, but these are already complaints about the power unit.

The steering wheel is 4-spoke and has controls, an interesting instrument panel on which a monitor is installed, which displays the necessary information. On the center console of the Chevrolet Colorado 2018 there is a multimedia system with a touch screen, there are also climate control selectors and niches for small items, that’s all the most necessary things and nothing superfluous. Near the gearbox selector there are two cup holders that are quite deep and therefore anything you put there is unlikely to fall out. The only drawback of the interior is that the rear seats are not particularly spacious; there really is not enough space in them and therefore passengers in the back will not be able to ride for a long time.

In general, we can only sum up one thing about this car: it’s built really well and drives well, and it consumes a lot of fuel, but the car is large in size and for such a size this is normal. If you need a pickup truck that can go off-road if necessary, but at the same time it should be powerful and comfortable in the cabin. Most likely, Colorado will suit you, and then the choice is yours.

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The generation was introduced back in October 2011, but that version is not supplied to the model’s homeland - the USA. And at the 2013 Los Angeles Auto Show, the second generation Chevrolet Cororado debuted for the North American market.

Compared to its predecessor, the car began to look much more brutal, not least due to its increased size. Depending on the version (two cab options and the same number of cargo platform versions are available), the overall length of the Chevrolet Colorado II varies from 5,287 to 5,713 mm, and the wheelbase varies from 3,247 to 3,568 versus 3,096 mm previously.

At the same time, in the States this model is considered mid-size, since the manufacturer’s line also includes more serious equipment. The pickup truck's chassis has retained the same design - the rear axle is on semi-elliptical springs, and the front has an independent spring suspension.

The base engine for the 2017-2018 Chevrolet Colorado was a 2.5-liter gasoline engine with 193 hp. (249 Nm), and is paired with a 302-horsepower “six” (366 Nm) with a displacement of 3.6 liters. Both are aggregated exclusively in tandem with a six-speed automatic transmission gears, and the drive can be not only all-wheel drive, but also rear-wheel drive. And from 2016, a 2.8-liter turbocharged diesel engine of the Duramax family will be installed on the pickup truck.

The manufacturer has worked to improve the sound insulation of the car, the interior has been completely updated, which now has a MyLink multimedia complex with an 8-inch touch screen. The pickup's cargo platform is equipped with running boards, and the tailgate sports a shock absorber for smooth opening.

The basic equipment of the Chevrolet Colorado 2019 includes six airbags, a rear view camera, rollover protection systems, lane monitoring, frontal collision warning and others. Sales of the new product started in America in the fall of 2014 as a 2015 model; there is no information on prices.

In the summer of 2016, the Americans presented the updated Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck of the 2017 model year, which received new engine and transmission. As before, the car is powered by a 3.6-liter Gas engine, however, the new engine received modified direct fuel injection, a modified system for variable valve timing on the intake and exhaust, as well as a system for deactivating two cylinders under light loads.

This unit develops 308 hp. at 6,800 rpm, and the maximum torque is 373 Nm at 4,000 rpm. Chevrolet specialists They also abandoned the six-speed automatic transmission in favor of an eight-speed one.

The new transmission turned out to be the same weight and size as the old one. It is reported that the eight-speed automatic transmission has a shorter first gear and a longer overdrive gear. Gear ratio equals 7.0 (six-speed - 6.0). Sales of the new 2017 Chevrolet Colorado in the States will start at the end of 2016.