New Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Pick-up Unveiled!

The Chevrolet Colorado Z71 pick-up adds the seventh version to its offer in Colombia: Z71. It is a utility truck with a sporty style and focused on adventure-loving users.

Recall that the Chevrolet Colorado ranked third in its segment in terms of new license plate registrations (874 units), according to the Fenalco-Andi sector report.

Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Features

Designed in conjunction with GM’s product development teams in the United States and Brazil, the new Chevrolet Colorado Z71 has a unique, more adventurous and sporty look , but maintains the mechanical evolutions that were recently adopted in the Colorado family, including the engine. 2.8-liter turbodiesel, offering 197 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque , complemented by a six-speed automatic transmission .

Chevrolet Colorado Z71

The new version of this utility truck features Shift on the Fly 4×4 ; system that allows to go from 4×2 to 4×4 traction at any time and without stopping the vehicle. It is important to say that the power of the Colorado allows it to compete as equals with rivals such as the Ford Ranger or the Toyota Hilux. In the same sense, the torque share is one of the highest in its segment.

Chevrolet Colorado Z71: aesthetic details

This utility with platter, which on the product ladder is located just below the High Country automatic and mechanical LTZ versions , adopts a series of differentiating elements, which not only distinguish it from its sisters, but also give it more arguments to face your competition. These are the aesthetic highlights:

  • Its bulky body with black mask headlights, outlined with LED lights
  • Completely dark grille with embossed “Chevrolet” name and Z71 emblem
  • It comes in black, the center part of the bumper, the exterior mirror caps, the aluminum wheels (18 ”) and even the trim on the rear.
  • “Floating” frames on the fenders, to widen and raise the vehicle in relation to the ground
  • Stirrups
  • Sport rear bar
  • Plato cover
  • Roof rails

In addition, the truck brings the characteristic Chevrolet bowtie in black, which is part of the brand’s new image strategy to highlight the special versions of its trucks and pick-ups .

Exclusive customization is also used in the passenger compartment , including elements such as: central dashboard applications, black console and door trims, as well as vinyl-covered steering wheel and seats. Likewise, the selection of materials and the design of the surfaces were considered to facilitate the cleaning of the cabin, after facing adventures in the steepness.

Chevrolet Colorado Z71

Chevrolet Colorado Z71: connectivity and security

Like its sisters, one of the differentiating aspects of the Chevrolet Colorado Z71 with respect to its competition is that it has the exclusive OnStar 24/7 assistance system , which provides emergency assistants and vehicle health alerts. Other safety resources on board are:

  • Six airbags
  • Electronic stability control
  • ABS brakes
  • Descent control
  • Hill start assistant
  • Traction control

The OnStar platform also allows you to have 4G LTE Wi-Fi connectivity , in addition to My Link technology, which includes an 8 ”touch screen, Bluetooth connection, USB and auxiliary port, as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connection.

As part of its equipment, it also has: proximity door opening, high definition reverse camera, manually operated A / C, on-board computer, cruise control, compass and six speakers, among others.

Chevrolet Colorado Z71

Ideal for lovers of off-road driving , extreme sports and adventure , the new Chevrolet Colorado Z71 will be available from the second week of December at the Chevrolet dealer network nationwide, with an introductory price. of $ 152,990,000 .

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