Award-winning Colorado Diesel Trucks Headed to Chevy Dealers Nationwide

Newly-sized Duramax diesel engine found in ’16 Colorado, Motor Trend’s 2016 Truck of the Year

The wait is almost over for the Memphis pickup truck fans who have been chomping at the bit to get behind the wheel of a new 2016 Chevy Colorado in Tennessee. General Motors has announced that the new Colorado, Motor Trend’s 2016 Truck of the Year, is ready to be shipped from the Wentzville, Mo., factory.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tested the new Duramax diesel that will be under the hood of the diesel Colorado, and the EPA found no problems with the engine according to AutoBlog. The new Duramax 2.8-liter diesel engine has been rated by the EPA with up to 31 mpg on the highway for two-wheel drive models and 29 mpg highway for the four-wheel drive trims.

This means that Memphis truck fans can finally order their own 2016 Chevy Colorado diesel near Memphis and Collierville, Tenn., from Chuck Hutton Chevrolet. This particular model won Motor Trend’s 2016 Truck of the Year, making it back-to-back victories for the Colorado.

After all the positive reviews and awards, those looking for a new truck in Memphis are more than likely eager to put the Colorado on the road. The new engine was designed specifically for the midsize Chevy truck and churns out 181 horsepower with up to 396 lb.-ft. of torque. With available packages, the 2016 Colorado diesel can tow up to 7,700 pounds, increasing its versatility evermore.

To order your own Colorado or to schedule a test drive of a Chevy Colorado near Memphis, contact Chuck Hutton Chevrolet online or give us a call at 901-365-9700!

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