If you are looking for tough truck performance, get the new 2008 2009 Chevrolet S-10 truck. The toughest truck on the road, S-10 performance is personified in six different models:

• S-10 base model



• LS, which boasts a five-speed manual transmission with Overdrive, a choice of Vortec engines, a steel ladder-type frame and a durable, independent front suspension



• S-10 ZR2, which comes with a Wide-Stance Performance Package, Insta-Trac 4x4, a reinforced wide-stance chassis, an Underbody Shield Package and the most ground clearance of any S-10 pickup model



• Xtreme, which offers low, street-cruising look with a Sport Suspension Package, further enhanced by a front air dam and aluminum wheels



• Crew Cab 4x4, which includes four doors, seating for five, Insta-Trac 4x4 and a standard factory-installed bed liner



• S-10 ZR5, with Spectra Gray wheel flares and bumpers, 15" cast-aluminum five-spoke wheels, side steps, bed rails, roof rack and ZR5 decals.

All 2008 2009 Chevy Silverado trucks are also are available with Regular and Extended Cab models, with more front head and shoulder room than comparable Ford Ranger models. For more information on any model, or for S-10 pictures like the one above, we hope you enjoy the S-10 truck review we've prepared for you here.

No matter what kind of load you need to haul, the Vortec engines in Chevy S-10 models provide the dependable power you need. Most S-10 trucks offer a choice of a Vortec 2200 four-cylinder engine or a Vortec 4300 V6 engine. The Vortec 2200 four-cylinder engine provides 120 horsepwer at 5000 rpm and 140 pounds-per-foot of torque at 3600 rpm, while the Vortec 4300 V6 engine provides 190 horsepower at 4400 rpm and 250 pounds-per-foot of torque at 2800 rpm. S-10 performance is enhanced by variable-ratio power steering, and is easy to maintain, as well, considering that engine coolant change intervals are up to five years or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first.

Looks don't usually matter when you're talking about trucks, but in the case of the S-10 truck, performance isn't the only reason to get excited. Chevy S-10 Pickup models feature:

• Corrosion- resistant frame



• Galvanized steel body panels



• Advanced clearcoat paint



• Double-wall welded pickup box



• Heated outside mirrors



• Recovery hooks



• Stainless steel exhaust



• Armored brake lines.

Inside the cab, the 2008 2009 Chevrolet S-10 truck is designed to complement your rugged lifestyle with amenities fit for a king. Along with four real doors and standard seating for five, Crew Cab 4x4 models feature numerous standard amenities. What's more, S-10 reviews note that all of these trucks provide a commanding view of the road and easy-to-read analog instrumentation, as well as air conditioning, behind-seat storage, cruise control, front bucket seats, power locks, and a sliding rear window.

Lastly, safety isn't something one would normally read about in a truck review, but here in our S-10 review, we focus on it because Chevy has made it a priority. All S-10 truck models are designed and engineered with a comprehensive safety system that includes collision avoidance, occupant protection and personal security features for peace of mind. Some of these safety measures include:

• Steel-ladder type frame



• Two-stage multileaf rear springs



• Daytime running lamps



• Crush zones



• Side door beams



• PASSlock system



• Remote keyless entry



• Driver and passenger side airbags.

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