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ith the all-new Toyota HiLux, Nissan Navara,
Mitsubishi Triton and a heavily upgraded Ford
Ranger either on sale or almost on the market,
Holden has moved to divert our attention its way with the
launch of a new flagship version of its Colorado ute, dubbed
the Z71.
Based on the MY16 LTZ 4x4 Crew Cab pick-up, the
Z71 is pitched at top-end buyers who are looking for some
extra flair – in a darker, more aggressive theme – and
cabin comfort.
The key exterior additions include 18" gun-metal ‘Arsenal
Grey’ alloy wheels (with 265/60-section tyres), a body
coloured sail plane (with Z71 graphic), stylised nudge bar,
revised headlights (with a dark chrome mask) and a host
of other black elements including bonnet (also with Z71
graphic), body side door mouldings, door handles, roof rails
and rear step trim.
Gloss black detailing is also applied to the exterior
mirror caps, B-pillars and tailgate handle, while a black
soft tonneau cover is fitted. A hard tonneau is available as
an option.
The interior, meanwhile, carries leather-appointed seats
(heated up front), adding to the full whack of equipment
already fitted to the LTZ such as climate-control air
conditioning, 7" colour touch screen with Mylink media
system, reversing camera and satellite navigation.
Safety features include six airbags, electronic stability
and traction control, trailer sway control, hill descent
control, hill-start assist and ABS brakes.
There are no mechanical changes, with a 2.8L four-
cylinder turbo-diesel engine delivering 147kW and 440Nm
when paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, or 500Nm
with the optional six-speed automatic.
Pricing starts from $54,990 plus on-road costs for the
manual, or $57,190 for the auto.
Holden Australia
www.holden.com.auHOLDEN COLORADO Z71