'05 Chevrolet Colorado

The 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is the second model year of the Colorado since it was first released in the year 2004. As a medium-performance pickup truck, the Colorado is a compact vehicle that strives to provide a moderate bit of everything – comfort, performance and handling.

The base model of the 2005 Colorado employs an I-4 engine generating up to 175 horsepower with a torque of 185lb-ft. An I-5 engine capable of delivering a higher horsepower of 220hp is also available.

The vehicle is available in both four-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive trims. With manual or automatic transmission and a multi-point injection of fuel, the 2005 Colorado delivers a highly commendable 27mpg on the highway and an impressive 21mpg on urban roads.

The 2005 Chevrolet Colorado offers two options for the cab size. The regular cab is a three-seater while the extended version is a five-seater, increasing the options that consumers can select from. Multiple airbags and an anti-lock braking system are available safety features.

'07 Chevrolet Colorado

The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is a distinct upgrade from its predecessors not only in terms of power and performance, but also regarding its appearance. The 2007 version of the pickup truck has an enhanced engine and updates in its external appearance, including chrome door handles and the wheels.

The '07 Chevrolet Colorado incorporates a new I-4 engine having a capacity of 2.9 liters and revving up an improved 185 horsepower – 10 horsepower more than the 2005 and 2006 I-4 engines.

The optional I-5 engine is enhanced to a 3.7-liter powerhouse generating a massive 242 horsepower – 22hp over the 2006 make. Automatic transmission is available in both the models, while manual transmission is an option for the I-4 engine.

The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado rightly earns the reputation for being a reliable and safe vehicle. The handling of the vehicle is moderate to good on every terrain and the car scores well in crash tests.

'06 Chevrolet Colorado

The 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is one compact pickup truck that bears the potential to become one of the hottest choices among consumers – having virtually every feature necessary to meet the diverse needs of different drivers.

The 2006 Chevrolet Colorado bears the same I-4 engine that enabled its 2005 predecessor to perform amazingly both on and off the road. This I-4 engine is capable of providing up to 175 horsepower.

Buyers looking for extra power can simply opt for the 220 horsepower I-5 engine that is an available option. Both manual and automatic transmissions are available with these engines.

With both extended and regular Crew Cab sizes, the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado can accomodate up to three adults in the front row bench seat . The 2006 model also introduces a new CD and AM/FM entertainment systems and an optional sunroof.

2007 Chevrolet Colorado

For 2007 the Colorado saw some heavy changes to the lineup. Newly designed and implemented engines such as the 2.9L Inline-4 features 10 extra horsepower, bringing the total to 185HP for standard models. Not to be outdone, the high-end Z71 enlarged its engine to 3.9L on the Inline-5 and increased horsepower to 242HP over 220HP previously.

The 2007 Chevrolet Colorado manages to get over 24MPG on the highway, a crafty and note-worthy achievement for Chevrolet for such a powerful and performing pickup truck. Brakes come standard with disc in the front and drum in the back that are coupled with an anti-locking feature for safety.

Premium wheels, privacy glass, CD changers, leather seating and a moon roof are all some of the great optional features possible on the 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.

2006 Chevrolet Colorado

2006 saw no changes to the Colorado lineup, holding onto the best features of before that made it surpass the competition in sales by almost 30%.

Standard engine sizes made no changes, still offering a 175HP Inline-4 or the sport packaged 3.5L Z71 Inline-5 with 220HP. The 2006 Chevrolet Colorado sports a 4-speed automatic transmission that comes standard and customers who so choose can have a 5-speed manual put in its place. The drivetrain remains intact, with rear-wheel and four-wheel-drive capability being at the driver’s discretion.

Standard anti-locking brake features with disc and drum brakes come equipped on the 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. A CD changer, moon roof and leather seating are all optional features for the driver to choose, making this one of the most luxurious pickup trucks.

2005 Chevrolet Colorado

The 2005 Chevrolet Colorado Truck is a direct replacement for the Chevy S10 and CMS Sonoma. Engine packages offered come in either a 2.8L Inline-4 (which is one of the largest 4-cylinder engines in production) and puts out 175HP, or a 3.5L Sport Package Z71 In-line-5 engine with 220HP.

Power is routed to either the rear-wheels or all four wheels and comes with a 4-speed automatic or an optional 5-speed manual transmission.

Wheelbases of 111” and 126” for the extended version make the 2005 Chevrolet Colorado a great off-road and venturing car for enthusiasts and fans alike.

A sport-tuned ZQ8 platform offering a lower and road-oriented suspension comes optional, this package offers 17” wheels, new front bumper and grille and fender-flares that are lower profile than previously.