2009 Chevrolet Trucks Official Changes

[jeffnvme]

Originally Posted by Michael_S

I don't see where the six speed auto is standard on the Tahoe. I know it's available if you get the LTZ with the 6.2, but unless I'm mis-reading the list I don't see the six speed auto offered with the 4.8 or 5.3.

But standard six speed automatic on the Avalanche, half ton Suburban, and at least some of the trucks is a good move.

GM should have the six speed autos across the board just in time for the competition to start making them obsolete with more dual electronic clutch transmissions (like in some Audi models, and in the upcoming Ford Powershift transmissions). But at least the four speeds are really starting to disappear.

You get the six speed in all trims as long as it doesnt have the 4.8. No GMT900 with a 4.8 will get a 6speed.

[SwampFoxZ71]

Originally Posted by member12

Haven't you noticed the color keyed door handles, fender flares, and grills? How about the rock-em sock-em new 310 horsepower 5.3L that is only 3 years late?




Really though, I agree with you...it's a solid truck but it's getting long in the tooth. At least the tow rating is up this year. Maybe it will go up even more with the 5.3L engine.

Also getting 16/17 inch wheels. Standard bedliner on all models. Interior accent trim on all but WT models.

And the tow rating is unchanged from the 08's.

[MetalPhoenix79]

Maybe I missed it but why is the Avalanche not offering the 6.2L V8?

[KingElvis]

Tahoe apparently loses the third row seat. It was never that good anyway.

[AndrewGS]

They got rid of the base model Colorados, which was stupid. Another stupid move was to equip LS and LT model SUVs with Bluetooth but manual rearview mirrors. GM still has zero consistency.

[JM9777]

Originally Posted by KingElvis

Tahoe apparently loses the third row seat. It was never that good anyway.

Actually, it's just the 2-passenger third row seat that was deleted. The 3-passenger third row seat is still available. Same deal with all GMT900 SUVs.

[member12]

Originally Posted by autofan

Dear god, the Equinox soldiers on with that archaic, slow, raspy 3.4 V6!!!! It drove like crap when I had one FOUR years ago! Yes, you can move up to the Sport with the 3.6 (the only 'Nox worth having) but that means all of the other trim levels remain at a competitive disadvantage. I always though it was a shame that the vehicle was so handsome but so unpleasant to drive or ride in.

There have been so many new competitors in this segment, the Nox needs a complete redesign already.

I think it needs a smaller V6 other than the 3.6L, but what do they have other than the value engineered engines?

[member12]

Originally Posted by SwampFoxZ71

Also getting 16/17 inch wheels. Standard bedliner on all models. Interior accent trim on all but WT models.

And the tow rating is unchanged from the 08's.

You are right, they upped the rating this year. I am surprised that the V8 doesn't get a bump to an even 6,000 lbs.

[GMCdriver]

Originally Posted by member12

There have been so many new competitors in this segment, the Nox needs a complete redesign already.

I think it needs a smaller V6 other than the 3.6L, but what do they have other than the value engineered engines?

The 2.8 from the 1st gen CTS either NA like it was in the Caddy or turboed like it is for Saab.

Originally Posted by member12

You are right, they upped the rating this year. I am surprised that the V8 doesn't get a bump to an even 6,000 lbs.

I was looking at a 08 I5 Canyon in the showroom of the dealership the other day. It had a sticker on it's bumper that showed a tow rating of 5500lbs with a weight carrying hitch and 6500 lbs with a WD hitch. I was suprised to see these numbers since I've never seen them mentioned in any documentation.

[SCarFan]

Will the 4.3L V6 still be available on the half-tons? I kinda like that engine.

[smith7629]

Originally Posted by JM9777

In that same section of the Model Information:



C*10543 models are crew cab models (CC10543 is 2WD, CK10543 is 4WD).

Also, if you look further down in the Engine/Axle sections, you can see that the 6.2L is only listed for crew cabs.
[/left]

That's great news. I will order my 6.2L flex fuel suburban LTZ this summer. I have 3 E85 stations w/in 10 minutes of the house. I was skeptical of using E85 because of the demand it would put on the environment, but thanks to GMI articles on improvments with bio fuel production, I think we're moving in the right direction. I will definitely fill up with made in the USA fuel.

[rozz]

Originally Posted by smith7629

That's great news. I will order my 6.2L flex fuel suburban LTZ this summer. I have 3 E85 stations w/in 10 minutes of the house. I was skeptical of using E85 because of the demand it would put on the environment, but thanks to GMI articles on improvments with bio fuel production, I think we're moving in the right direction. I will definitely fill up with made in the USA fuel.

Let us know what kind of mpg you are getting with the E85. In addition, how the power feel like using the E85. Thanks.

[OLDSCHOOLGMFAN]

Good to see they have the V-8 in the Canyon now. I like that Avalanche a lot too.

[OLDSCHOOLGMFAN]

I could see myself in new V-8 Colorado once my '05 wears out.

[DuraMax Hammer]

I like most of the changes, but I will echo what most have said here; except for the new V-8 option, I just don't see much to get excited about the Colorado. I like the front end look when it first came out, but now having it around for this long, and GM seeing that the Ranger and Tacoma beating them hands down, the just refuse to do anything to make it better or to try to change it's look.

Other than that, I am glad to see that GM is offering Bluetooth on most everything and most every trim level, but still 1-2 years behind most companies though. And the 6 speed and 6.2L in the Silverado's. But God forbid should they put it in the Reg. Cab. I would like to see most if not all options open to all the trim levels. Make thing avalible if you want to sell more.