Well its time to hit the black stuff again and im loking for a new tug, I am keen on the colorardo 4/4 desiel (used ,arround th 80 ks mark) just looking for thoughts on those who have or do own one.
I have spoken to a few that use them for there work and have had no bad reports, but wont hurt to hear from fellow nomads.
I've got the earlier model LTR(2011) and everyone I talk to tells me I chose wisely. I suspect though that the Colorado isn't one of the brands to be seen in by the die hard 4x4 owners. They're priced well and mine keeps getting better the more kilometres I put on it. (currently 34,000) Never heard a bad word said about the Colorado.
Hi drongo and wendy I will impart my knowledge on fuel consumption with my old 2011 Holden Colorado 3.0 ltr turbo diesel, which we recently sold not because there was anything wrong, but we brought another van and I think the Colorado might have struggled a bit. Anyway our previous setup was a Coromal Lifestyle 615, 19' and LTR Colorado I fitted a DP Chip to the Colorado and was very pleased with the overall power and consumption. We tavelled 1285km on our last trip before upgrading and used 170lts of fuel which equates to 13.23 lts to 100km or 21.35ml to the gallon. My father also has the same car and would not part with it in fact he said that if he did it's only because he would by an automatic. Hope this helps good luck in looking.
I have friends who have a 2013 Colarado and after 40 000 kms they had to have the disk rotors machined - Holden claim it's the result of towing a large caravan and it will be something they have to do every 40K which is an expensive proposition.
we have a 2012 colorado i love it tows good drives gr8 comffy roomy over xmas we got it down to 15.7 lts to the 100ks but have had it as high as 18.7 towing the van.
BUT the rear springs sag to much and its a bit of a struggle to take of up a hill with a 2700 kg van on . there not under powered but they dont make power till the revs are up a bit so you have to slip the clutch a bit .
Hey Drongo we bought a new 2013 Colorado LTZ 6 speed Auto - middle of last year it already had bull bar, 3500kg tow bar and side steps on and I put some extras on from ARB spot lights, roof rack, UHF radio and aerial, sliding drawers in rear with 47ltr fridge, extra battery, incl Chip from JTS have not towed a van yet waiting to sell home then will get van built to travel aus - but have travelled interstate from qld thru nsw act vic and back again we have done that twice so far. Colorado was fully loaded the first trip including roof rack and we had no issues 2nd trip fully loaded in back nothing on roof rack and fuel econ was great both trips...have done just over 24000ks and would recommend this truck to anyone. It's our own personal reason that we purchased this vehicle great price, towing capacity, comfort and performance.....hope this helps...cheers - Ray
make sure you look at Isuzu d max previous model Colorado basically same vehice new Colorado actually has a fiat motor I have 2 friends who have current d max and wouldn't swap it and I have an earlier (2011) model which we love we tow a 19.6 van with ease. we are 2400 fully loaded our econy when towing is around 14.5lts per 100klm.isuzu very easy to deal with just had an oil cooler fitted and they paid!
Recently, I test drove 3 current 4x4 with a small van attached prior to my purchase .. I found that one particular unit satisfied my requirements better than the others.
This is where I believe we make choices that suit ourselves as we all have such differing opinions in our individual preferences. We only have to please ourselves .. (or maybe buy what a friend likes and later have some regrets for doing so) ..
I didn't think that the Colorado or Ranger met my requirements ..
Well, not quite. They share the same Isuzu chassis, floor pan, main body and door panels, but have different grills, front guards, bonnet etc and completely different engine and transmission. The Colorado has 6 speed box's (Manual & Auto), while the engine has a few extra Kilowatts and loads more torque than the Dmax. OJ
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Retired Engineer, Ex Park Owner & Caravan Consultant. Holden 2.8 Colorado - Roma Elegance 17'6" Pop Top. Location: Mornington Peninsula Vic.
I have friends who have a 2013 Colarado and after 40 000 kms they had to have the disk rotors machined - Holden claim it's the result of towing a large caravan and it will be something they have to do every 40K which is an expensive proposition.
I think Holden are pulling the wool over your friends eyes.
I find that when towing the brakes are not in use to any great extent most of the braking is done by the engine and if in the right gear when descending a steep hill an occasional dab on the brakes is all that is needed I think that there is far more use of the brakes when driving in heavy traffic with no van.
A set of pads might be needed at 40,000k but that is also unlikely
I have the 2013 Colly and had a Holden Crewman before. I travel no quicker than with the crewman, I use a little less fuel now, I have no problem pulling the 1800kg Jurg'. The best difference I have found is the pulling power. One particular hill that we travel up regularly was, in the crewman a 'down to 75kph' pull, now in the Colly its down to 90kph pull. Six speed auto used in manual select mode gets it up the hills.
And its a basic ute, no frills, no whistles, just a work ute, and for me thats what it does do, work. Spend another $40k and you can have the bells and whistles and comfort if you want. Drongo, they are not too bad a vehicle, so choose wisely.
Pete
Like I said brother and sister built in Thailand - same how should I put it DNA - DMax is the old Rodeo - General Motors and Isuzu will be developing an all-new ute together, the Detroit-based automaker has confirmed. Reuters reports the two companies have signed a memorandum of understanding to enter negotiations over the potential next-generation pick-up. anyways OJ this started as feedback for Drongo & Wendy I hope they enjoy the vehicle they choose to buy.....happy travelling guys.....
With the pending demise of Holden manufacturing in Oz, does anyone think maybe that models put out during the shut down period will have the same quality being made by a half hearted workforce who are going to be out of work in the near future?
Also, how will being made overseas in the US impact on parts availability once the move is made?
Crystal ball stuff I know but if would be reluctant to buy a product under those impending circumstances. Just a thought.
If Izuzu are going to be involved in a new combined edition then there may be some hope though.
-- Edited by Vic41 on Monday 20th of January 2014 06:07:35 AM
As the Colorado is already made overseas anyway (vic41) nothing will change with Holden supplying, selling and servicing there 4x4 - I don't know about Ford though I don't have any info.....cheers
Hey Guru see if you can find out a bit more info from the son inlaw re the issues with Col as a tow vehicle it is always good to get feedback to assist anyone looking to buy or already owning a Colorado......cheers
hi senseiray they were brother and sister now they are cousins d max has an Isuzu motor Colorado has a fiat one as a motor dealer I always believe stick with the original
