The 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is a part of the first generation of this model. Available in five trims - WT, LS, LT1, LT2, and LT3, it offers engine choices of a 2.8L I-4 engine with 175 hp and a 3.5L I-5 with 220 hp. Both engines are paired with an automatic or manual transmission and can come in either 2WD or 4WD. Safety features include dual-front airbags and optional anti-lock braking system (ABS), but lack in modern safety aids like electronic stability control. Notable for this year was a slight increase in power and a redesigned front end. On the technology and comfort front, the Colorado supplied basic comforts, but the 2006 model year does not offer advanced infotainment features like large touch screens or smartphone integration seen in modern vehicles.