In a year dominated by Ford when it comes to news about existing and future pick-up trucks, it's refreshing to learn from time to time that heavy-duty off-roaders come from other stables as well.
The Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, already a hit among die-hard fans of outdoor adventures on wheels will get a major refresh starting January 2019 thanks to a collaboration between the carmaker and aftermarket specialist American Expedition Vehicles (AEV).
With a name to suit its looks, the ZR2 Bison will come powered by the V6 gas engine coupled to an 8-speed transmission already in production that suffered no modifications compared to the regular production version. What AEV did was add countless special parts meant to protect and aid the truck as it treks through forests or on otherwise unfriendly terrain.
For the protection of the lower part of the Colorado, AEV added five skid plates, made of Boron steel, that cover the engine oil pan, fuel tank, transfer case and both front and rear locking differentials.
Further up, specially designed steel front and rear bumpers were added. The former is also equipped with winch provisions, while the latter comes with integrated recovery points.
The Bison rides on 31-inch Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac off-road tires that cover 17x 8-inch aluminum wheels.
The usual logo found on regular Colorados has been replaced with a more Ford Raptor-like lettered grille.
“We’ve been following Colorado since its introduction, and the ZR2 really captured our attention,” said in a statement Dave Harriton, AEV president.
“As this is the first Chevrolet vehicle we’ve ever given the AEV treatment to, we wanted to do something extra special in bringing five hot-stamped Boron steel skid plates to off-road customers for the first time in the industry."
As said, the model will become available for purchase in January 2019. Pricing has not yet been announced.
In the document attached below, you will find all the details on the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison.
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