Chevrolet Colorado 2004 3.7 petrol description
Crossover / SUV Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Chassis Box 3.7 has been produced from January, 2006 to January, 2012. It has five-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 3.7 litres, which produces power of 242 horsepower on 5600 rpm and torque 328 Nm (Newton metres) on 2800 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 20-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, it has no turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 360 000 and 600 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Chevrolet Colorado 3.7 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 5.7 litres.
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Chassis Box 3.7 has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.

Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Chassis Box 3.7 technical data
Model: | Chevrolet Colorado Chassis Box 3.7 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2006. January ... 2012. January | ||
Engine: | 3654 cm3 Petrol, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 242 HP ON 5600 RPM | Torque: | 328 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | no data | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | no data |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 74 litres (19.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 5.35m (length) 1.97m (width) 1.98m (height) | ||
Seats: | 5 seats | ||
Trunk capacity: | 645 litres |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Chassis Box 3.7 engine LLR
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.The engine has hydraulic valve tappets (lifters), which provide quieter operation and do not require periodic adjustment, but are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in the event of failure.
Engine displacement | 3653 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 95.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 102 mm |
Compression ratio | 10 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Chassis Box 3.7 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 5.7 litres (6 quarts) |
Power | 242 HP ON 5600 RPM |
Torque | 328 NM ON 2800 RPM |
Engine manufacturer | no data |
Start of production (year) | 2006 |
Duration of production | 6 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2009 onwards. |
All Chevrolet Colorado crossover [2004 - 2012] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Chevrolet Colorado 2006 Crew Cab 2.8
Jan 2006 — Jan 2012 Most fuel efficient version |
2.8 Petrol | 177 HP | 10.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Crew Cab 2.8 4WD 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 | 2.8 Petrol | 177 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Crew Cab 2.8 4WD Automatic 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 | 2.8 Petrol | 177 HP | 11.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2006 Crew Cab 2.9 Jan 2006 — Jan 2012 | 2.9 Petrol | 189 HP | 11.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2006 Crew Cab 2.9 4WD Jan 2006 — Jan 2012 | 2.9 Petrol | 189 HP | 12.5 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Crew Cab 3.5 Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 223 HP | - | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Crew Cab 3.5 Automatic Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 223 HP | 10.9 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Crew Cab 3.5 4WD 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 223 HP | - | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Crew Cab 3.5 4WD Automatic 4x4 Jan 2004 — Jan 2006 | 3.5 Petrol | 223 HP | - | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2006 3.6 Crew Cab 3.7 Jan 2006 — Jan 2012 | 3.6 Petrol | 246 HP | 12.0 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2006 3.6 Crew Cab 3.7 4WD Jan 2006 — Jan 2012 | 3.6 Petrol | 246 HP | 12.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2006 Chassis Box 3.7 Jan 2006 — Jan 2012 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | - | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2006 Chassis Box 3.7 4WD Jan 2006 — Jan 2012 | 3.7 Petrol | 245 HP | - | Automatic (4) | All wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2008 Crew Cab 5.3
Jan 2008 — Jan 2012 Most powerfull version (305 HP) |
5.3 Petrol | 305 HP | - | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Chevrolet Colorado 2008 Crew Cab 5.3 4WD
Jan 2008 — Jan 2012 Most powerfull version (305 HP) |
5.3 Petrol | 305 HP | - | Automatic (4) | All wheel |