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2006 Chevrolet Colorado
Engines: 2.8L L4; 3.5L L5
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic; 5 Speed Manual
Drivetrains: Two Wheel Drive; Four Wheel Drive
Power: 175 HP
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2006 Colorado Base Extended Cab Pickup Specs

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2006 Colorado Base Extended Cab Pickup Performance Hide
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2,770 cc 2.8 liters in-line 4 front engine with 93 mm bore, 102 mm stroke, 10 compression ratio, double overhead cam, variable valve timing/camshaft and four valves per cylinder LK5
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Unleaded fuel 87
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Fuel economy EPA highway (mpg): 27 and EPA city (mpg): 21
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Multi-point injection fuel system
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19 gallon main unleaded fuel tank
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Power: 131 kW , 175 HP SAE @ 5,600 rpm; 185 ft lb , 251 Nm @ 2,800 rpm

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