Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Trail Boss Newest Addition To GM Truck Trim Lineup
Bowing at the 2015 Cleveland Auto Show this weekend, the Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Trail Boss is the latest in a series of trim packages for GM’s truck line.
The Trail Boss trim pairs the Z71’s off-road suspension package with “more aggressive tires and additional appearance enhancements” on Colorados in extended and crew-cab configurations with either a short or long bed and optional 4WD. Power remains the Z71’s 3.6-liter V6, which sends its 305 horses to either the back or all corners through a six-speed automatic.
The aforementioned “aggressive tires” are Goodyear Wrangler DuraTracs mounted over 17-inch painted cast-aluminum wheels. Front fog lamps, projector beam headlamps, spray-on bedliner, automatic locking diff, and GearOn cargo accessories are some of the additional features included.
Those who opt for the Trail Boss trim can expect to pay an additional $3,320 over the price of the standard Z71 package — starting at $34,115 — when the trim hits showrooms this spring.
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@2drsedanman, I agree, the new Tacomas have the same basic design with the rear side glass kickup, and it just doesn't look balanced. I'll be glad to see glass area increase and get away from the current trend that kills visibility. FWIW this is the direction I wish they'd go, one of the best looking compact/midsize trucks ever built: http://www.admiralmotors.com/2003-mazda-b2300_01ba72.html
I'm going to guess those side steps won't function as slider. The chin spoiler doesn't scream "trail boss" to me, either.
Not sure about the name on this one. "Trail Boss" is very... tacky. And is it just me or is $34k a bit dear?
Zr2 with the 4.3 from the Silverado or nothing