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Chevy Colorado four door s
The Chevy Colorado has a 5 cylinder engine that I've heard is not that great for mileage. It is rated at 22 highway and have heard they are barely getting that.
I've been told that the fuel economy of the full size and price of the full size is about the same as the Colorado. So, it doesn't seem to be worth it. I understand a full-size chevy 4 door with the electonic shut-off from 8 to 4 cylinders gets about 20 actual on the highway.
What about a mini-van or cross-over. The new Dodge 2009 Journey SXT model FWD with 3.5V6 is rated at 23 mpg on the highway and is supposed to get about 26-28. It has a 3,500 lb. tow capacity. Sticker is about $23,500.00.
The Ford Taurus X has about the same mileage rating but only a 2,000 lb. tow capacity. I'm currently looking at a used 2008 Eddie Bauer with 9,000 miles for 23,500.00.
The Dodge Grand Caravan SXT mini-van with 3.5 engine also has a 3,500.00 towing capacity. It is also rated at 23 highway with actual being in the high 20's. You have lots of dry cargo room and fold down buckets.
For light duty towing it would seem OK. Most lawn tractors are about 800 lbs and with the trailer it is under 1,500 lbs.
I've also looked at the Saturn, Buick and GMC cross-overs (Outlook, Onclave etc.) They are very pricey but nice. They have highway mileage ratings at about 24 but priced in the high $30,000.00's. A Chevrolet version of that is coming out in the fall.
If you have dirty nasty stuff, haul it in the trailer. Better stuff can be stored inside the van or crossover. I have a rubber mat with sides that fits in the Ford Explorer that stops spills from leaking onto the carpet or mudd and stuff from the dogs can easily be rinsed out.
At our house, we do not shop beyond Ford, GM & Chrysler. (period)
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According to one of the guys in the office that has one, he says H3 Hummers are under powered with the 5 cylinder engine. They have horrible performance and mileage is also poor. He does better with his Silverado.
Maybe getting the Colorado is your best choice afterall.
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