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- MARK_VANDERBENTExplorerI think they might be able to handle 7500 pond trailers I think ??? well mine being a 30 ft travel trailer at 5000 I think that truck would work for us.
- Fast0neExplorerTrust me it pulls more than a tent camper. As does the old generation.
- dshelleyExplorerSaw one at the Iowa State fair a few weeks ago. What impressed me the most was the size. Great for four people, yet narrow enough to fit in those narrow parking spaces. If one is pulling a tent camper, small boat or motorcycle, theses trucks will be ideal. Hope they do well.
- dodge_guyExplorer IIIsn`t that Toyota based?
- nevadanickExplorer9k off msrp on my 2015 Yukon.
- Fast_MoparExplorer
danojeno wrote:
These trucks won't be competing in the half ton market. There are many people who just don't want a full size truck. These are the folks that have been buying Tacomas and Frontiers, not for the price, but for the size. These Chevys look great. Despite their high price, I think they will sell tons, though I wish they were smaller.
I completely agree. - danojenoExplorerThese trucks won't be competing in the half ton market. There are many people who just don't want a full size truck. These are the folks that have been buying Tacomas and Frontiers, not for the price, but for the size. These Chevys look great. Despite their high price, I think they will sell tons, though I wish they were smaller.
- LessmoreExplorer II
FishOnOne wrote:
MARK VANDERBENT wrote:
As for fishonone, I think GMs full size SUVs are for sure a home run. Not to mention GM even with all those recalls 2 months ago, Still is on top for overall sales against Toyota, ford, and then Chrysler. These trucks will be a huge hit!!
Your right the Suburban and Tahoe are house hold names and continue to outsell the competition.
Having said that, the newest GM offering here only provides a slight improvement in fuel economy in a smaller package vs. a full size truck so the real selling point has to be the bottom line $$$$ vs. a full size truck.
I see your logic and to a certain extent, agree. However there is a market for smaller trucks....compact or mid size like the Colorado and the now defunct Dodge Dakota and Ford Ranger.
My son purchased a new Colorado Z 71 in 2008. He liked the size and the off road 'stance'. The extended cab was also surprisingly roomy....even for me and I'm 6' 3" and 240 lbs. Very good leg and shoulder room.
With the passing of the Ford Ranger and Dodge Dakota there was a dearth of available options for those that prefer pickups, smaller than full size.
I think if GM plays this well and that if the 2.8 liter turbo diesel is both reasonable in cost and economical in operation then I think we could see a success story.
The other engines...the 2.9 lite DOHC 4 cyl. and the 3.6 liter DOHC V6 should do well. Both are engines that have good reputations. MARK VANDERBENT wrote:
As for fishonone, I think GMs full size SUVs are for sure a home run. Not to mention GM even with all those recalls 2 months ago, Still is on top for overall sales against Toyota, ford, and then Chrysler. These trucks will be a huge hit!!
Your right the Suburban and Tahoe are house hold names and continue to outsell the competition.
Having said that, the newest GM offering here only provides a slight improvement in fuel economy in a smaller package vs. a full size truck so the real selling point has to be the bottom line $$$$ vs. a full size truck.- MARK_VANDERBENTExplorerAs for fishonone, I think GMs full size SUVs are for sure a home run. Not to mention GM even with all those recalls 2 months ago, Still is on top for overall sales against Toyota, ford, and then Chrysler. These trucks will be a huge hit!!
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