| The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is a compact truck that | | | | with an optional 3.7-liter inline five-cylinder with 242 hp |
| combines affordability above-average fuel economy | | | | and 242 lb-ft of torque. Most four-cylinder Colorados |
| and capability. Its new features include distinctive | | | | comes with five-speed manual transmission while a |
| rugged styling, efficient power, extended-cab and crew | | | | four-speed automatic is standard on five-cylinder |
| cab body configurations, a choice of two- or | | | | trucks. |
| four-wheel-drive configurations and off-road package. | | | | Standard antilock brakes, OnStar emergency |
| The '08 Colorado comes with two- or four-wheel drive | | | | communications, side impact airbags and traction |
| in three body-style configurations namely regular cab, | | | | control provide safety and convenience. The Colorado |
| extended cab with short reverse-opening doors or | | | | earned perfect five-star rating in government frontal |
| crew cab with four regular forward-swinging doors | | | | impact crash tests for the protection of the driver and |
| and a 5-foot cargo box. Meanwhile, you may opt for | | | | front passenger and a four-star rating for front |
| three primary trim levels which include the base "Work | | | | occupant protection in side-impact testing. |
| Truck", midlevel LS and high-quality LT. The "Work | | | | The interior design of the 2008 Colorado is simple with |
| Truck" features air-conditioning and an AM/FM stereo | | | | an organized layout of controls and gauges. Another |
| while the LS offers upgraded seating and trim. The LT | | | | great feature is the presence of a dual-position tailgate |
| comes standard with in-dash CD changer, larger five- | | | | that provides better support. However, rear legroom is |
| cylinder engine, accessories and remote keyless entry. | | | | not as spacious as the room up front and the rear |
| Other options include heated leather seats, a six-disc | | | | door openings are also small. |
| CD changer, satellite radio, sunroof, grille cards, bed | | | | The 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has a reasonably |
| extender and 18-inch wheels. | | | | smooth engine with softly tuned suspension that |
| The Colorado's standard 2.9-liter four-cylinder engine | | | | promises a comfortable ride at an affordable price. |
| makes 185 horsepower and torque of 190 pound-feet | | | | |