Chevrolet Colorado Concept was unveiled ahead of 2011 Bangkok International Auto Show, where she made her public debut worldwide. The concept previews the next generation of Chevrolet pickup truck from Colorado companies that rely on DNA Chevrolet truck strong winning legacy. Chevrolet Colorado will be on sale in Thailand later this year.
"Thailand is the largest market in the world for mid-size pickups, so this was the perfect place to present the new Colorado," said Susan Docherty, vice president of sales GMIO, marketing and service. "Trucks have been a part of Chevrolet kernel almost all its 100 years of history. Chevrolet Colorado confirm that the legacy of expressive design, sophistication and capability without compromise."
Show extended features of the body of the truck cab mounted on top of a high-AWD platform and go to large 20-inch wheels and tires off-road. Power to become an efficient 2.8-liter turbo-diesel engine, which produces a broad band of torque for excellent load and towing capacity.
"Although this is a car show, the basic proportions and form of communicating the vision for the next generation of the Chevrolet Colorado, as we will put on the market," said Brad Merkel, GM World Executive Online vehicles. "It reflects a stylized version of the new truck, one that takes into account the robust capabilities reliable trucks for commercial refinement and sophistication for personal needs."
Although the new Chevrolet Colorado has been developed within the overall organization of GM product development, engineers have taken careful measures to reflect the needs of the local market. Robert Rempel, GM Global Vehicle chief engineer, or in Thailand for several months during the development of the car, plunging the market, and observing how the Thai people use the load conditions and the way they encounter.
"The microphones are essential to the dynamism of the Thai economy and the owners are very proud of their trucks, which are used for work and personal conduct," he said. "These customers require a lot of their trucks, so that the engine and chassis must be very hard to earn your trust -. And that's exactly what we have delivered"
design details
Chevrolet Colorado Concept determination to transmit the power of a basket that is wrapped over the frame and wide, confident stance. Chevrolet smokkirusetti front of the internationally recognized gold and dual-port grille framed by large headlights that flow front fenders, hood and valve.
"Around the world, pickup trucks with the capacity to supply and operation - and this is what the Chevrolet Colorado truck embodies the show," said Ed Welburn, GM Vice President of Global Design. "His broad shoulders proportions are almost one hundred years from the Chevrolet truck heritage."
Pepperdust metallic exterior is accented with polished aluminum details of the fascia, and integrated running boards and black masked projection type headlamps with LED lighting elements. On the back is full-width LED taillight, creating a striking appearance when illuminated.
Other exterior details include:
* Simplification of "cabin collar" with a rigid cover, color-keyed bed
* Gray accents on the front and rear lower Listings
* Aluminum wheels 20 "with a" liquid metal "surface with stone gray color wheel ports
* 285/50R20 Cooper Zeon LTZ tires
* Door mirrors with LED turn indicators.
Inside, there is another inspired signing Chevrolet: a dual-cockpit instrument panel design. Sliding door with solid lines to create a mobile, enclosed in force in developing the Chevrolet Colorado feel. ice blue lighting and high quality "double face", covered with leather seats, more refinement and sophistication.
"The interior is designed to provide premium and comfortable environment, with most feeling that is usually located in medium-sized truck," said Welburn. "It 's also a lot of attention to detail in making these elements can be seen and heard."
A pair of motorcycle-inspired, three-dimensional indicators stand out from the dashboard, the projection of a sporty appearance.
In contrast to the fine leather seats used colors, dark wood with chrome accents and soft touch materials and low gloss and used by a feeling of quality. A number of storage compartments found inside, including a center compartment cover concealing valuables, and a double glove.
Additional features include dual-zone system, digital temperature control and the latest infotainment technology. The show truck features a useful position 7-inch LCD screen on the center console for easy viewing and access control intuitive web browsing, music and features hands-free phone.
