Window
Cliffs, Signal Point Trail, and the Montgomery Bell State Park North Trail are
all spots that our customers at Chuck
Hutton tell us are ideal for off-roading and hiking, and the Colorado ZR2
was already an awesome truck, but was just begging to be better. We knew that
when Chevy finally took the liberty of collaborating with AEV, a vehicle that
was now more off-road ready then ever before was going to roar to life. By
being consistently tough and innovative, the Chevy namesake has gained more
than a quarter of all midsize truck sales in just under four years of its
marketplace existence. During years past, the Colorado
line introduced an all-new V-6 gas engine with 8-speed transmission combo,
as well as the ZR2 “segment of one” off-road model. To heftily protect the most
important of undercarriage elements during the drive over jagged and rough
terrain, the Bison now features five different skid plates that house the fuel
tank, engine oil pan, transfer case, as well as front and rear locking
differentials.
Custom
made by AEV, these plates are made up of very durable hot-stamped Boron steel.
This is the main ingredient used in shielding the truck from various obstacles
it can encounter during off-road jaunts. Offering a fully stocked suite of
off-road equipment, the ability to maneuver like a truly midsize truck, and the
driving range of a high-performing diesel engine, the ZR2 is on deck to provide
excellent off-road capability in any scenario. Dampers patented by Multimatic
DSSV as well as front and rear locking differentials are two other qualities
that make this one of the best vehicles able to conquer the areas of Missouri
that don't see much sedan traffic.
The
experts at AEV have been closely following the Colorado since its blazing
introduction, and full-on knew ahead of time that the first use of the
hot-stamped Baron steel would be a groundbreaking truck model in many ways.
Many drivers who already were singing praises about the Colorado will take to
the rugged vibe and appearance that the front and rear bumpers on the ZR2 add,
and there is a multitude of extra equipment here on deck to entice those with
wanderlust. Cast-iron control arms and an Autotrac control case are two
elements of the extra equipment that is integral in getting the ZR2 completely
ready to rumble off-road, as well as the modified rear axle with a 3.42 ratio,
front and rear tracks widened by 3.5 inches, and a factory suspension that
touts a two-inch lift over a Colorado Z71.
Getting
off of frequently traveled roads in a truck is a bonding time with yourself
that can't be one-upped: kicking up dirt and traveling on Memphis-area trails
to get peace of mind will be a pastime that you are going to look forward to
all week! The 2.8-L Duramax Turbo-Diesel engine is paired with a six-speed
automatic transmission, and is capable of 186 horsepower, as well as 369 lb-ft
of torque. There is also the option to choose a crew or extended cab
configuration, and to purchase an available third-party accessory snorkel for
the ZR2 Bison directly from AEV. It acts as the perfect tool to help with air
filtration during the handling of the roughest of trails you may embark on,
ultimately providing a higher level of performance. We hope that you find time
to see us here at Chuck Hutton
of Memphis soon, and check out the features and off-road domination of the
brand new truck that Cnet called ideal for “just you and your
pals, living off the grid for days or even weeks at a time.”
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