From Dale Wickell,
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Chevy gave us two "official" pictures of the 2008 Colorado truck, the first indication that we shouldn't expect many changes this year. And it's not a surprise, since the recent focus has been on changes to the Silverado.

The Colorado wasn't neglected in 2007 -- Chevy gave the truck a power boost by adding two new engines.

New for 2008

• OnStar with one-year Safe & Sound Service is standard on all Colorado trucks.
• Watch for three new exterior colors: Inferno Orange Metallic, Black Granite Metallic and Dark Gray Metallic.

2008 Colorado Body Configurations

• Regular Cab (no rear seats)
• Extended Cab (basic rear seating)
• Crew Cab (full rear seats)

All Colorado trucks are available as either 2WD or 4WD vehicles.

Colorado Engines

The base engine in 2WD Colorado trucks is a 2.9-liter four-cylinder with variable valve timing that puts out 185 hp and 190 lb.-ft. of torque.

A 3.7-liter five-cylinder engine with variable valve timing is standard in 4WD Colorado Crew Cabs and optional in all other models. It's rated at 242hp and 242 lb.-ft. of torque.

Standard in All 2008 Colorado Trucks

• rack-and-pinion steering
• intermittent wipers
• air conditioning
• tilt steering wheel
• cruise control
• folding outside mirrors

Optional on 2008 Colorado Trucks

• remote keyless entry
• traction assist on 2WD trucks
• XM Satellite Radio
• fog lamps
• self-dimming interior rearview mirror
• power, heated leather seats
• high-back bucket seats
• rear sliding window
• power outside rearview mirrors

2008 Colorado Truck Pricing

Colorado pricing ranges from $15,570 for a basic regular cab truck to $27,350 for a loaded crew cab.

Since there were no body changes, the 2007 Colorado Pictures and Highlights gallery gives you a good look at this year's truck.