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2008 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab Shown
2008 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD -
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD Review

The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD is, unfortunately, due for a major renovation or death by default. This compact truck may carry the GM trademark, but it would appear the GM's focus has been elsewhere. Despite the fact the MSRP is relatively low and that this compact pick up truck is available in a variety of sizes and configurations that offer above average performance, a decent towing capacity and many of the comfort and convenience features typically found in a sedan intended for the luxury minded, the Colorado is still quickly losing consumer appeal, industry interest and sales to the competition.

Still unchanged, despite negative press for the last few years, the interior of the Colorado 2WD is still significantly less refined and comfortable than the cabins of its competitors. Although the interior design is quite user friendly and functional, the mediocre materials throughout are sub par at best. The beneficial abundance of front leg room is nice for the driver but thwarted by the fact that rear leg room is very tight in even extended and crew cab models, not to mention the fact that the small rear door openings make entry and exit very awkward.

The many variations of the Colorado 2WD come with either a 2.9 liter 4 cylinder engine that delivers 185 horsepower or a 3.7 liter 5 cylinder that produces 242 horsepower. The majority of the 4 cylinder models are mated to a 5 speed manual transmission; while a 4 speed automatic is found standard on most 5 cylinder models. Although performance is adequate, the competition boasts larger V6 and V8 engines that are able to easily soar past and transport more than the Colorado.

With its suspension gently tuned to provide a comfortable ride, the Colorado still performs quite well in all regards off road when equipped with the Off Road option package. Standard safety features, such as antilock brakes, OnStar emergency communication system, traction control and a full array of airbags have made the Colorado one of the safest small pick up trucks on the market to date.

Both of the 2008 Chevrolet Colorado's engines are relatively smooth, though acceleration and hauling performance is lacking when compared to the compact pick up truck models with V6 and V8 engines presented by Dodge, Toyota and Nissan. Overall, build quality, passenger comfort and performance are all adequate-but there is more to be found for less in the compact pick up category.

Comparable Price Range: BMW X3, Audi A4 Sedan, Mercury Montego,
Comparable Extended Cabs: Chevrolet Avalanche, Hummer H2, Dodge Dakota,
Premium Extended Cabs: Hummer H2, Cadillac Escalade EXT, Hummer H2,
2008 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD Specs
Doors:
4
Bodystyle:
Extended Cab
Drive:
2
Vehicle Class:
Small Pickup
MPG:
18/24
Wheelbase:
126.0''
Overall Length:
207.1''
Cargo Capacity:
0.0 cu. ft.
Seating Capacity:
5/6
Front Headrooom:
39.6''
Payload Capacity:
1316 lbs.
Front Legroom:
42.2''
Towing Capacity:
4000/4000 lbs.
Final Assembly Location:
United States
Engine Size:
2.90L
Number of Cylinders:
4
Type:
Gas
Camshaft:
DOHC
Compression Ratio:
0.00
Horespower:
185 @5600rpm
ABS Brakes:
STD
Driver Air Bag:
STD
Passenger Air Bag:
STD
Side Air Bag:
N/A
Child Safety Locks:
STD
Integrated Safety Seats:
N/A
Height:
67.6''
Width:
65.2''
2008 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD Review

Crew Cab 2WD
3.9% - 6.9% Financing. (Incentive Combinations & Availability May Be Restricted by Regional or Fleet Rules & Other Factors -- See Dealer for Details) (Exp: 7/31/2008)
Cash. (Exp: 7/31/2008)

Crew Cab 4WD
3.9% - 6.9% Financing. (Incentive Combinations & Availability May Be Restricted by Regional or Fleet Rules & Other Factors -- See Dealer for Details) (Exp: 7/31/2008)
Cash. (Exp: 7/31/2008)
2008 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD Pricing
Crew Cab 2WD
Base Invoice Price: $20,187
Base List Price: $21,590
Destination Charge: $685>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $1,140
Dealer Holdback: $648
Target Price: $20,542
Options
Crew Cab 4WD
Base Invoice Price: $23,515
Base List Price: $25,150
Destination Charge: $685>
Gas Guzzler Tax: $0
Average Sales Tax and Fees: $1,314
Dealer Holdback: $754
Target Price: $23,956
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