Is Holden Colorado a good car?

The much-improved Holden Colorado is a well equipped ute with an excellent diesel engine and the option of dual-range four-wheel drive. It carries and tows big loads well, and for a ute it is now quiet to ride in and it steers nicely.

What is a 2012 Holden Colorado worth?

The Holden Colorado 2012 prices range from $9,880 for the basic trim level Ute Colorado LTZ (4X2) to $35,885 for the top of the range Ute Colorado LTZ (4X4).

What engine does a 2012 Holden Colorado have?

Duramax turbo diesel engine
The great majority of Holden Colorado buyers will have their vehicle powered by the new 2.8-litre Duramax turbo diesel engine that provides a healthy 132kW of power and 470Nm of torque when coupled to a six-speed automatic.

How many kms are Holden Colorados good for?

The recommended service interval for this vehicle is every 10,000km. Roughly speaking, every second service is a bit more involved, so that suggests it’s more of a `major’ service.

Are Holden Colorados good off-road?

Switching into high range for the winding tracks around the top of mountain, Colorado is easy to manoeuvre – part of that is the new electronic steering system, which replaces the hydraulic system used in the last model. The steering feels responsive and substantial, without getting jittery or heavy off-road.

What engine is in a 2011 Holden Colorado?

There’s a petrol 2.4-litre four-cylinder (92kW/207Nm) and a 3.6-litre V6 (157kW/313Nm), a 3-litre four-cylinder turbodiesel (120kW/360Nm), two or four-wheel drive, and five-speed manual or four-speed auto transmissions.

What is an RC Colorado?

The Colorado RC was Holden’s replacement for the Isuzu built Rodeo which ceased production the same year. It was also released with the same drivetrain as the previous RA Rodeo 4×2 RWD and 4×4 4WD. The RC was released with both Petrol and Diesel engines with a towing capacity of 2500kg regardless of drivetrain.

Who makes the engine for Holden Colorado?

GM’s
Engine and performance. Holden presents the Colorado with a single 2.8L, turbocharged Duramax diesel, from parent GM’s Thai factory. The Duramax diesel generates 147kW of power and 440Nm with a manual gearbox.

Does Holden Colorado have a timing belt or chain?

The good news is that both the turbo-diesel and petrol V6 versions of the Colorado both use timing chains, so there’s no need to change a timing belt.

Is Holden Colorado a 4X4?

A diesel engine is used across the range, and the Colorado is available with both two and four-wheel drive. …

What’s the difference between Holden Colorado and LTZ?

A revision of Holden’s Colorado sees the top-of-the-range LTZ pickup inch closer to the recreational end of the ladder-frame ute category. The drivetrain and styling remain unchanged but all MY15 Colorado models benefit from enhanced noise and vibration suppression, while the LTZ crew cab gets ‘Comfort Suspension’ and a light cab update.

What’s the price of a 2012 Holden Colorado?

Prices for the Colorado start at $26,990 for the base model rear-drive single cab DX, through to $51,990 for the 4×4 dual cab LTZ. The LTZ crew cab is priced from $47,490 with a five-speed manual, while the six-speed automatic transmission version starts at $49,490 (as tested).

Which is the best Holden Colorado to buy?

Also referred to as: Holden Colorado RG 4×2 2020 and Holden Colorado RG 4×2 2022. LS, LTZ, LT See the Best Utes in 2021 as rated by Australians on ProductReview.com.au. Cleaning & Maintenance ? Your trust is our top concern. Companies can’t alter or remove reviews from ProductReview.com.au. Purchased 2016 Colorado MY17 from Mazda dealership.

When did the Holden Colorado utility come out?

Overview Released in June 2012, the Holden RG Series I (RG.I) Colorado utility was available in Space Cab and Crew Cab bodies. Manufactured in Rayong, Thailand, the Colorado utility was powered by a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine and available with rear-wheel and four-wheel drive.