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2016 Chevrolet Colorado Transmissions

The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado offers two six-speed transmissions, one manual and one automatic.

2016 Chevrolet Colorado Transmissions Overview
GM RPO Code Type Speeds
HMD GM 6L50 HydraMatic automatic 6-speed
N8D Eaton manual 6-speed

The 6-speed Hydra-Matic 6L50 HMD automatic transmission complements the truck-tuned engines with features that make hauling and trailering easier and more comfortable, including auto grade braking and a tow/haul mode.

Transmission Availability

Transmission availability varies by trim level as well as by cab and box configuration.

2016 Chevrolet Colorado Transmission Availability
Trim Level: Base Work Truck LT Z71
Transmission / Equipment Group: 2SA 2WT 4WT 2LT 4LT 27Z 47Z
6-speed manual N8D S S1 - - - - -
6-speed automatic MYB - A1 S S S S S

Legend:

  • S: standard
  • A: available
  • S1: Extended Cab model only. Requires 2.5L I-4 LCV engine.
  • A1: standard on Crew Cab models. Available on Extended Cab models.

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