GM shows next Chevrolet Colorado in advance of Bangkok debut

13 years, 8 months ago - 21 March 2011
GM shows next Chevrolet Colorado in advance of Bangkok debut
Behold, the next-generation Chevrolet Colorado. Kind of. General Motors has yanked back the sheets on what the company is calling a show truck at the Bangkok International Motor Show.

Despite the 'show' label, the mid-sizer is poised to go on sale in Thailand later this year packing a 2.8-liter turbo-diesel engine, though there are no firm details as to what we can expect in terms of either power or efficiency. GM did say that the Colorado won't leave buyers lacking for enough towing capacity, though. Odds are we can expect tricks like the 20-inch wheels and body-color tonneau cover to be nixed as the truck makes its way closer to production.

Still, the vehicle is plenty sharp and looks to have the mechanical guts to give the global Ford Ranger a run for its money.

Inside, there's a dual-cockpit instrument panel design. It flows into the doors, with continuous lines that create a floating, wraparound effect, amplifying the Colorado's feeling of spaciousness. Ice-blue lighting and high-quality, "double-faced" leather-trimmed seats add sophistication and refinement.