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- Body Styles, Trim Levels and Options:
The Chevrolet Avalanche comes in both half-ton (1500) and three-quarter-ton (2500) configurations with either two- or four-wheel drive. Both come in standard LS trim with an LT package available for buyers seeking more amenities. LS equipment includes dual-zone manual air conditioning and a 40/20/40-split bench front seat. LT upgrades include a Bose sound system, automatic climate control and leather seating. Notable options include a sunroof, XM Satellite Radio and a rear-seat DVD video system. Hard-core off-road enthusiasts can upgrade the Avalanche with the Z71 package that adds retuned springs and shocks, underbody skid plates, heavy-duty shocks, a rear locking differential and larger wheels and tires. Those who never plan to venture off-road can order the 1500 version with the Z66 sport suspension package that adds specially tuned springs and shocks, a rear locking differential and 17-inch wheels and tires.
Powertrains and Performance:
All 1500 Avalanche models feature a 5.3-liter Vortec V8 rated at 295 horsepower and 335 pound-feet of torque hooked to a four-speed automatic transmission. Avalanche 2500 versions get a heavy-duty four-speed automatic and an 8.1-liter V8 that cranks out 325 hp and 447 lb-ft of torque. The maximum trailer weight rating for the 2500 model is 12,000 pounds, while the 1500 can pull up to 8,200 pounds.
Safety:
The Chevy Avalanche truck comes standard with four-wheel antilock disc brakes and stability control. Front-seat side airbags are available as an option. In government crash tests, the Avalanche earned three stars (out of five) for driver protection in a frontal impact and four stars for front-passenger protection.
Interior Design and Special Features:
Built on the same chassis as the Suburban, the Avalanche features a similar interior design. The gauges are simple, easy-to-read analog dials, while the climate and stereo controls are both placed high in the dash for easy adjustment. Switching the Avalanche from five- or six-passenger SUV to a two- or three-passenger pickup is a simple operation that can be performed in just a few minutes without hand tools. The rear cargo area has drainage holes so it can be hosed out, and there are two auxiliary storage compartments in the sides of the bed.
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2007 Chevy Colorado:
Slightly larger than the S-10 truck that it replaced, the Colorado is bigger, bolder and more refined than any compact Chevy truck in years. Built on a tough ladder frame chassis, the Colorado offers three body styles, two- and four-wheel drive and a choice of two Vortec inline engines.
Derived directly from the 4.2-liter straight six found in the TrailBlazer SUV, the Colorado's all-aluminum four- and five-cylinder power plants are the most technologically advanced engines ever offered in a compact Chevrolet truck. Both engines use dual-overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and electronic throttle control to deliver a broad range of peak torque that extends from 1,200 to 5,600 rpm on the standard 2.8-liter four-cylinder, and from 1,400 to 5,200 rpm on the optional 3.5-liter five-cylinder. Additionally, either engine can be had with a four-speed automatic or five-speed manual transmission.
The suspension consists of a solid rear axle with leaf springs and an independent coil spring front suspension. An off-road package swaps out the coil springs for torsion bars, while a sport package adds an anti-sway bar in back. Off-road enthusiasts will also appreciate the Colorado's dual-speed pushbutton transfer case as well as the optional locking rear differential.
Since the majority of compact truck buyers purchase their vehicles for personal use, the Colorado was given a more refined and feature-laden cabin than the S-10. The overall design is simple, with rotary dials for the climate control system and a large radio faceplate for easy control of the XM Satellite Radio-compatible audio system.
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2007 Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew Cab
For 2007, the Silverado 1500 Crew Cab returns available in six models: LS, LT and HD LT trims in either 2WD or 4WD configuration. All models are equipped with Chevrolet's 6.0L Vortec V-8 engine, which produces 300 horsepower and 360 lb.-ft. of torque. A heavy-duty four-speed automatic transmission is standard. Safety features include four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, driver and passenger airbags, and daytime running lights. Several options are available, including the Four-Wheel Quadrasteer Steering Package, six-way power seats, traction control, XM Satellite Radio, and OnStar Communications system. A rear seat entertainment system with DVD player and LCD screen is also available on all Crew Cab models.
2007 Chevy Silverado 1500 Extended Cab
The Silverado 1500 Extended Cab is offered in seven models: Work Truck, LS, and LT trims in both 2WD or 4WD configurations and the SS in AWD. Three engine choices are offered depending on trim and drive configuration, ranging from a 4.3L 195 hp V-6 up to a 6.0L 345 hp V-8 on the SS model. All engines are coupled with a four-speed automatic. Safety features include four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, driver and passenger airbags, and daytime running lights. Several options are available, including the Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package, six-way power seats, traction control, aluminum wheels, and a four-wheel steering package. Also, available Ride-Control suspension options provide manually selectable settings for optimal ride quality.
2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 Crew Cab
The Silverado 2500 HD Crew Cab returns for 2007 with little change. Some of the changes include a new front-end appearance, more horsepower and torque on the Duramax 6600 diesel engine, and a new Allison six-speed tap shift automatic transmission. The optional 6.6L Duramax turbocharged V-8 diesel engine has increased in horsepower going from 300 hp to 360 hp with also an increase in torque moving from 520 lb-ft of torque to 650 lb-ft of torque. The 2500 HD Crew Cab is available in six models: Work Truck, LS, and LT trims in either 2WD or 4WD configurations. Other new features include the combining of the Onstar and XM satellite radio antennas into a single unit and a revised extendable outside camper mirror.
2007 Chevy Silverado 3500 Reqular Cab
The Silverado 3500 Regular Cab returns for 2006 with no major changes to the interior or exterior. Available in three models: Work Truck, LS and LT, it is offered only in four-wheel drive configuration. Both models are equipped with a 6.0L 300hp V-8 engine. An 8.1L V-8 and a 6.6L Duramax diesel engine are also available. In addition to the Base model, the LS model features cruise control, an AM/FM sound system with CD player, a rear window defroster, remote keyless entry, and power locks, mirrors, and windows. Optional features include a locking rear differential, a heavy-duty auxiliary battery, Trailering Special Equipment, fog lights, an engine block heater, and camper wiring provisions. |
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