The 2009 Chevrolet Colorado mid-sized pickup is available in regular or extended cab with a six-foot bed...and in crew cab configuration with a five-foot bed. Redesigned for 2008, the 2009 Colorado is roomy inside with plenty of rear seat legroom in the crew cab for two adults. Use the shorter extended cab's rear seat for kids or groceries.
Various engine and suspension setups make the Colorado a good choice for work, off-road or day to day driving.
Engine choices are the 185 horsepower 2.9-liter inline-4, the 242 horsepower 3.7-liter inline 5, and the 500 horsepower 5.3-liter V8, which is newly available for 2009 models. Power is sent through a 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission to the rear wheels or available 4-wheel-drive.
Expect mileage on the smaller engines to range from a low of 15 miles per gallon city to as much as 24 highway.
Base MSRP for the 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is $16,180 while a fully loaded 4-wheel-drive V8 crew cab model will top out just under $34,000. The Colorado is backed by a generous 5-year, 100,000-mile power train warranty.
The versatile Chevrolet Colorado: A solid performer and comfortable truck whether on the job, in the rough or around town.