2012 Chevrolet Colorado

Basic Specs

Base Price $17,475
Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs) 3366
City (MPG) 18
Hwy (MPG) 25
Horsepower 185@5600
Torque (lb-ft) 190@2800
Wheelbase 111.3
Length (in.) 192.4
Width (in.) 67.6
Height (in.) 64.9

First introduced back in 2004 as the replacement for the S10, the current Colorado represents Chevrolet 's entrant into the mid-size pickup truck segment and features a new engine and cosmetic updates.

The Colorado was co-developed with Isuzu and is produced in Rayong, Thailand and Shreveport, Louisiana. The model is now sold worldwide, but with different engine options depending on the region.

For the current model year, Chevrolet updated the Colorado's engine offerings, which marks the second time the automaker has done so since launch. This time, the 5.3-liter V8 from the full-size truck was crammed into the engine bay.

Base model trucks still come standard with a 2.9-liter Vortec four-cylinder, featuring Variable Valve Timing (VVT). Output is rated at 185 horsepower and 190 lb-ft of torque. This engine will return up to 25 miles per gallon highway.

The next engine for the Colorado is a 3.7-liter five-cylinder -- that also features VVT -- and is rated at 242 horsepower and 242 lb-ft of torque. This I5 is good for 23 mpg highway.

For those seeking big power in a small package, Chevy has the answer: a Vortec 5.3-liter V8 rated at 300 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. Fuel economy comes in at 20 mpg highway.

Transferring the Colorado engines' torque to the axles is an Aisin five-speed manual transmission or a Hydra-Matic 4L60 electronically controlled four-speed automatic.

The manual transmission is standard with the four-cylinder engine – except for crew cab models, where it is not available. The automatic is standard with the five-cylinder engine and V-8; and available with the four-cylinder (standard with crew cab models).

Colorado's four-wheel-drive system uses a dash-mounted electronic "shift-on-the-fly" system that allow the driver to move from rear- to four-wheel drive at any speed when road conditions demand a change.

A locking rear differential is also available on 2WD models and 4WD models. Additionally, three rear-end gear ratios are available for V-8 models: 3.42:1, 3.73:1 and 4.10:1; four- and five-cylinder models have a standard 3.73 rear axle.

Body styles range from regular cab to crew cab, with five different trim levels available beginning with work Truck, followed by 1LT, 2LT and 3LT.

For those looking for something different, Chevy also offers the ZQ8 package, which is essentially a replacement for the "Xtreme" package once found on the S-10.

The ZQ8 sport suspension gives the Colorado sports car-like handling attributes, as well as the lowered appearance of tuner vehicles. The package includes specific steering and track-tuned suspension enhancements that stiffen the suspension by about 30 percent. The steering system receives a high-performance cooler and underhood temperatures and airflow are controlled with a unique sealing system.

Additionally, the ride height is lower than the standard Z85 suspension by approximately one inch (25 mm) – and ZQ8-equipped trucks ride on unique 18 x 8-inch aluminum wheels and low-profile sport tires.

Other changes are aimed at cosmetic appeal and include: color-keyed front and rear bumpers, fascia grille and grille bar are part of the ZQ8’s appearance, with the grille accented with a chrome surround.

Inside, the ZQ8 features unique seats not offered in other Colorado models, trimmed in Ebony cloth.

Key Competitors
With the death of the Colorado's domestic rivals, the Ford Ranger and Ram Dakota, competition to the bow-tie brand's compact pickup comes from the Nissan Frontier , the best-selling Toyota Tacoma and the Colorado's own mechanical twin, the GMC Canyon .

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    • General
    • Body Style: Pickup Truck
    • Size: Midsize
    • Market Segment: Standard
    • Weight: 3366 lbs
    • Exterior
    • Length: 192.4 in.
    • Width: 67.6 in.
    • Height: 64.9 in.
    • Wheelbase: 111.3 in.
    • Ground Clearance: 7.7 in.
    • Front Track: 57.5 in.
    • Rear Track: 57.5 in.
    • Weight Distribution: TBD
    • Drag Coefficient: TBD
    • Interior - General
    • Seats: 3
    • Passenger Volume: TBD
    • Cargo Volume: 44.0 cu. ft.
    • Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
    • Interior - Front Row
    • Volume: TBD
    • Leg Room: 44.0 in.
    • Head Room: 39.6 in.
    • Shoulder Room: 57.1 in.
    • Hip Room: 53.3 in.
    • Propulsion
    • Fuel Type: Gas
    • Engine Type: 2.9L I4
    • Power: 185 hp @ 5600 rpm
    • Torque: 190 lb-ft @ 2800 rpm
    • Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
    • Highway Fuel Economy: 25 mpg
    • City Fuel Economy: 18 mpg
    • Forced Induction: None
    • Direct Injection: No
    • Chassis
    • Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
    • Front Suspension: Torsion-Beam
    • Rear Suspension: Solid Axle
    • Wheels
    • Front: 16" Steel
    • Front Tires: P235/75R16
    • Rear: 16" Steel
    • Rear Tires: P235/75R16
    • Trailering & Hauling
    • Trailer Weight: 2400 lbs
    • Payload: 1422
    • Tongue Weight: 400 lbs

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      Colorado WORK TRUCK

      • 2.9L 185-hp I-4 engine
      • 25 MPG highway 2WD, 24 MPG highway 4x4
      • 16" steel wheels
      • 2-wheel drive standard; 4WD available
      • Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones
      • SiriusXM® Radio with three trial months
      • OnStar® standard for six months with Directions & Connections Plan
      • StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System with Traction Control

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      Colorado 1LT

      • 2.9L 185-hp I-4 engine
      • 25 MPG highway 2WD, 24 MPG highway 4x4
      • 16" aluminum wheels
      • 2-wheel drive standard; 4WD available
      • Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones
      • SiriusXM® Radio with three trial months
      • OnStar® standard for six months with Directions & Connections Plan
      • StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control System with Traction Control

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      Colorado 2LT

      • 3.7L, 242-hp I-5 engine
      • EPA est. 23 MPG highway 2WD (all cabs), 23 MPG highway 4x4 (Regular and Extended Cabs), 21 MPG highway 4x4 (Crew Cab)
      • 17" chrome-clad 6-spoke wheels
      • 2-wheel drive standard; 4WD available
      • Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package
      • SiriusXM® Radio with three trial months
      • OnStar® standard for six months with Directions & Connections Plan
      • Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones

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      Colorado 3LT

      • 5.3L, 300-hp V8 engine
      • EPA est. 20 MPG highway
      • 18" Midnight Silver aluminum wheels
      • 2-wheel drive
      • ZQ8 Sport Suspension Package
      • SiriusXM® Radio with three trial months
      • OnStar® standard for six months with Directions & Connections Plan
      • Extended and Crew Cab models only
      • Bluetooth® wireless technology for select phones

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      Compact spare tire

      • Your Colorado® comes with a convenient, easy-to-access compact spare tire to help you get where you need to go should you experience a flat tire.

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      Stationary Tool Box

      • Need durable storage for your Chevy™ Colorado®? The available tool box is made from 0.75 mm diamond-pattern aluminum which offers durability and security to your truck. With no need for drilling, the tool box secures directly to the bed rails of your Colorado. It features a stainless-steel hinge to stand up to the elements and a foam-filled lid to protect your tools. Two locking latches provide additional security while the bowtie logo adds the stamp of approval that your truck is indeed a Chevy.

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      Molded Splash Guards

      • Protect the underside of your workhorse with custom-fitted molded splash guards. These heavy-duty rubber guards keep debris, mud and moisture from attacking the undercarriage of your 2012 Chevy™ Colorado®. Emblazoned with the bowtie logo, this dealer-installed option adds style and a protective shield to your Colorado.

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      Solar-Ray deep-tinted glass

      • Keep the inside of your 2012 Colorado® cooler in the sun with the available Solar-Ray® deep-tinted glass. Protect the inside of your Colorado while also protecting yourself from UV damage from the suns harmful rays.

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      60/40 Split-Bench Front Seats w/ LT Deluxe Cloth

      • Colorado® comes equipped with 60/40 split-bench front seats that provide comfort throughout the workday and offer cargo- and passenger-carrying versatility.

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      Rubberized-vinyl floor covering

      • A full-width rubberized-vinyl floor covering in your Colorado® enables you to turn your work truck into a recreational vehicle with a simple wash. All the dirt and grime from the job washes right out, letting you make the transition from work to play quickly and easily. And all the debris from your off-road adventure can be cleaned out easily to turn your Colorado right back into the clean, sturdy, organized work truck you need during the week.

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      AM/FM stereo system

      • For the driver who just wants a simple, no-frills radio, your Colorado® comes with an AM/FM stereo system with a digital clock and seek-and-scan function. With speakers throughout the cabin, you can listen to your favorite station from talk radio to rock or country, and still enjoy your ride.

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      AM/FM stereo system w/ CD/MP3 player

      • Play the fight song to your favorite team as you head out to tailgate or a disc from your favorite band as you go to work with the AM/FM stereo with single-disc CD/MP3 player in your 2012 Chevy™ Colorado®. A digital clock will keep you on schedule as you enjoy the sound system in your truck. The seek-and-scan function allows you to find the next station quickly and the Radio Data System® (RDS)1 lets you know what station you are listening to as you head to your destination. A TheftLock® system is included as are auto-tone control and automatic volume.

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      SiriusXM Satellite Radio

      • SiriusXM Satellite Radio1 is standard on nearly all 2012 GM® models. Enjoy a 3-month trial to the "XM Select" package, with over 170 channels including commercial-free music, all your favorite sports, exclusive talk and entertainment. Now add premium channels to your trial at no cost. Welcome to the world of satellite radio.
      • This feature requires AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 player. On 1LT Crew Cab models, this feature is not available with the Crew Cab Value Option Package.
      • Requires a subscription sold separately by SiriusXM after the first 90 days which is continuous until you call SiriusXM to cancel. Available only in the 48 contiguous United States and D.C. Visit siriusxm.com for details. ©2011 Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries.

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      Personal Audio Link

      • Completely personalized sound is available at the touch of a radio button with the Personal Audio Link (PAL). Neatly stow your iPod®1 and control it through your vehicle’s stereo system. It provides the functionality of your iPod, allowing you to select artist, album, genre and playlists, as well as listen to audio books and podcasts, using the vehicle’s radio controls. Your iPod is charged while connected to the vehicle, so it’s ready to go when you are.

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      Bodyguard Package

      • If you use your Colorado® to work hard and play hard, select this dealer-installed Bodyguard Package to help protect it from exterior damage. It includes:
      • Molded bed rail protectors to help guard against chips and scratches while loading and unloading cargo
      • Molded splash guards to help protect against tire splash and mud

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      2.9L DOHC 4-Cylinder SFI Engine

      • A standard 2.9L DOHC 4-cylinder engine with Variable Valve Timing supplies muscle and efficiency to your 2012 Colorado®. This power plant delivers 185 hp and 190 lb-ft of torque while maintaining fuel efficiency at an estimated 25 MPG1 highway. With a Sequential Fuel Injection system, your Colorado responds quickly when you need it, like passing a merging vehicle on the highway. Powerful enough to climb steep inclines yet smooth enough to take on the open road.

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      5-Speed Manual Transmission

      • The 5-speed manual transmission is standard on all 4-cylinder engines in Regular and Extended Cab models (not available on Crew Cab models), and was crafted specifically for your 2012 Chevy™ Colorado®. Putting all that power and efficiency from the 2.9L I-4 engine to proper use in driving the axles, this manual transmission gives you complete control over the handling of your Colorado. Upshift or downshift as you need to deliver power for hauling heavy cargo loads or maneuvering through work sites.

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      3.7L DOHC 5-Cylinder SFI Engine

      • An available 3.7L DOHC 5-cylinder engine screams power every time you step on the gas pedal. Delivering 242 hp and 242 lb-ft of torque up to 23 MPG1 highway, the 2012 Colorado® can haul, carry, pull and even push if you need it. The Sequential Fuel Injection system works efficiently to provide an added boost when you need it by opening up one valve at a time instead of waiting for a complete engine cycle to accelerate. Requires 4-speed automatic transmission.

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      4-Speed Automatic Transmission

      • The 4-speed automatic transmission is standard on all Crew Cab™ Colorado® models and available on all other models. The Hydra-Matic® 4L60 offers an electronically controlled system to get you going from a stop or push you up steep inclines. With an optimized gear ratio to maximize power for tough hauling or to deliver a smooth ride as you drive down the road, this transmission was made for the Colorado. An electronically controlled overdrive system provides comfort and efficiency at cruising speeds while maintaining the necessary power to pass.

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      Trailering Equipment

      • Get your Colorado® ready to tow your boat to the lake or the trailer to the job by adding a trailering equipment package to your new truck. Complete with trailer hitch and a sealed trailer wiring connector, your Colorado will be fully equipped to move whatever you need. The 7-pin connector comes with a converter to allow 120-volt devices to be plugged in through the wiring harness, giving your Colorado even more flexibility at work or at play. Plug in that big-screen television at the tailgate party or even plug in equipment on the job directly through this trailering package. Included on LT 4x4 models.

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      Automatic Locking Rear Differential

      • Whether you take your truck off-road for work or play, you will have the ability to get where you need to go with the automatic locking rear differential in your 2012 Chevrolet® Colorado®. Available on 2WD and included on 4x4 models, the locking rear differential helps your wheels rotate simultaneously at the same speed regardless of the road surface to provide balanced torque and maximum traction control – especially important in off-road situations where terrain and obstacles come into play. The same system automatically unlocks when there is no need for the torque to be applied, such as while cornering, when the wheels need to turn independently. Maximum control with enhanced efficiency is the mark of the 2012 Colorado.

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      Bed Net

      • Help secure items in the bed of your Colorado with this Bed Net. Includes mounting hardware for easy installation.

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      Fender Flares

      • Give your Colorado a more aggressive appearance with the custom-molded design of these Fender Flares that fit the contour of your vehicle. Will not shrink, fade or crack. Front and Rear Sets, Large, Gray Grained.

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      Molded Hood Protector

      • Deflect road debris and insects while helping to shield the hood of your Colorado from stone damage with this custom-designed Molded Hood Protector that provides precise fit by following your hoods contour. High Profile, Smoke, Not For Use With GM Accessory Grilles or XTreme Grille (V4A).

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      Tonneau Cover - Hard Shell

      • Secure your cargo under this lockable, lightweight, molded-composite Hard Shell Tonneau Cover. Designed to complement the Colorado style, the cover features struts for easy opening and closing, as well as a quick-release mechanism for easy removal. 6-foot Long Box, Black (41U).

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