The Australians from Holden revealed the 2012 Colorado pickup truck, a model better-known as Chevrolet Colorado in the States. The company also unveiled a concept version of the car at the Melbourne Auto Show in 2011. Under the bonnet of the new Colorado sits a base 2.5-liter DOHC turbo diesel unit developing 148 horses.
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A more powerful 2.8-liter four-cylinder unit is also available with a total output of 174 horsepower being linked to a six-speed automatic transmission.
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“This is the most impressive light truck ever designed by General Motors, and we expect it to be a serious challenger in the competitive Australian light commercial market,” said John Elsworth, Executive Director Sales.
Both engines are four-cylinder turbo diesels while there is no word about any more potent petrol unit. The Australian customers should expect the new Holden Colorado to arrive in the showrooms this summer.
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There are no pricing and availability details at the moment but be sure that you’ll get all the important details as the debut date approaches.