The restyled C7500 Kodiak C7H042 is equipped with a Isuzu 7.8-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 12 valves. The engine is paired with a N/A 4-speed transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Chevrolet.

The C7500 Kodiak uses drum-assisted brakes, with ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are drum. Steering is handled through a -steering -style configuration. The medium duty uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.

C7500 Kodiak C7H042 Statistics

The C7500 Kodiak is 221.60 inches long, 79.80 inches wide, and 73.60 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 130.00 inches. It is able to seat 6 comfortably.

The standard warranty period for the C7500 Kodiak is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $33,910 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $30,010. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2006 C7500 Kodiak's normal fuel system runs on diesel. The fuel is regulated electronically, with a fuel-injected () style of design. The fuel tank holds 31.00 gallons.

The 2006 C7500 Kodiak gets 19 miles/gallon on the highway and only 14 in the city. This is average for a sedan medium duty.

Conclusion

The 2006 model year was unsuccessful for the Chevrolet C7500 Kodiak. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the C7H042 version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

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