la auto show 2015 Chevrolet Colorado - First specs and photos

[StinkyCheese]

I'd be interested in the diesel, those numbers have it about the same amount of torque as my '06 6.0 (and most certainly the truck will weigh less than my 2500). The diesel, cc, and 6ft bed version is what I'd probably look hardest at especially since GM doesn't offer 8ft bed on the 1500s anymore might as well downsize slightly.

[cobrajet84]

interesting that they went with the 3.6 that has more HP but less Torque than the 4.3. Wonder if there is a big difference in MPG or what the reasoning behind the choice.

[c0boy]

interesting that they went with the 3.6 that has more HP but less Torque than the 4.3. Wonder if there is a big difference in MPG or what the reasoning behind the choice.

 

Agreed, but GM has made some weird engine choices like not putting the 6.2 into the HD.

[Zane]

I just added an additional 20 photos to my first post in this thread, FYI.

[Silver space ship]

I wish my 14 silverado looked like this! Only complaint I have is the right side of the dash needs something.

[roadblock]

Very interested in that diesel! Wish it was coming sooner

[JrocK817]

Not too shabby

[fondupot]

Looks pretty good! I see a lot of potential for lifted and lowered applications. I wonder if the GMC version will look as good or better.

 

 

The only thing I dont like is the center console mounted shifter. Whats wrong with a steering column like the regular trucks.

 

And how come the colorado get the single unit flip out key fob/ignition key! I want that. Even better would be push button start and keyless entry buttons on the doors. (smartkey).

 

Also why no 4.3L V6....seems like it would be perfect for the application....whatever GM

[fondupot]

Agreed, but GM has made some weird engine choices like not putting the 6.2 into the HD.

 

 

The HD's power train and chassis upgrades are always behind the half ton trucks. So basically the new body's coming out for the 2015 HD trucks are still on the power train for 2011-2014 HD trucks (i think 2011 was when they redid the power train and chassis). So I would expect do see new HD motor and power train in a few years after the initial 2015 launch.

 

So maybe then you will see a DI version of the 6.0L or even just the 6.2 in the HD's. Who knows.

 

Idk why they don't just do it all at once. But that's GM for you

[cobrajet84]

I think the gunmetal grill and color matched mirrors and handles would make a great addition to the Silverado on the Z71 package. Big brother needs a "hand me up"

[Knowklew]

I will buy this with the diesel in LTZ trim assuming it doesn't cost more than an LT trim Silverado

[Zane]

I will buy this with the diesel in LTZ trim assuming it doesn't cost more than an LT trim Silverado

I could be wrong but I get the impression there will not be an LTZ trim level. Only WT, LT, and Z71. Just FYI.

[Jsdirt]

Why do I have the feeling this thing is going to cost nearly as much as a fullsize? If that's the case, I think most buyers will say "why bother", and just spend a few extra grand for one. We'll see I guess ...

[Zane]

Why do I have the feeling this thing is going to cost nearly as much as a fullsize? If that's the case, I think most buyers will say "why bother", and just spend a few extra grand for one. We'll see I guess ...

Mark Reuss commented to me that GM is going after folks who either used to own a full-size or want to own a full-size, but cannot afford it, or want a cheaper-to-own option, so we will see. I bet this thing will be pricy all optioned out.

[clayp]

that looks like a winner