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The ultimate accessories for your Holden Colorado

Aftermarket accessories are plentiful for the Holden Colorado ute. (image credit: ARB)

The Holden Colorado may have departed from showrooms, but you can still breath new life into the Lion brand’s venerable ute thanks to a wide range of aftermarket parts and accessories. 

Holden broke the news in February that the company would cease operations in Australia and New Zealand, and as a result, the planned MY21 Holden Colorado had to be scrapped.

Fortunately, companies like ARB and Ironman 4x4 still offer all kinds of Holden Colorado accessories to personalise, and enhance the second-generation model.

Australians take great pride in their utes, but with so many dual-cab pick-ups on our roads, you may want to look to the world of Holden Colorado aftermarket accessories to make yours stand out from the crowd.

New wheels and window tint are popular ways to personalise the Colorado. Meanwhile, things like a bull bar or snorkel can greatly improve the Colorado’s off-road potential, while roof racks and canopies enhance its versatility.

Whatever it is you’re looking to do with your ute, read on to see some of the best Holden Colorado accessories now available.

Holden Colorado accessory packs

Holden offered a range of accessory packs for its Colorado ute, each aimed at a different type of buyer.

Overview: Holden offered a range of accessory packs for its Colorado ute, each aimed at a different type of buyer. The Farmer Pack, for instance, included a heavy duty tray and towing package, while the more expensive Xtreme pack contained 12 accessories including things like all-terrain tyres, a winch bar, side steps and much more. The company also lists the Black Pack, Rig Pack and Tradie Pack on its website as part of its Holden Colorado Genuine Accessories. 

Cost: It’s unclear if Holden still sells the accessory packs for its now-discontinued Colorado, so contact your local dealer for availability and pricing details.

Where to buy: Visit holden.com.au

Holden Colorado wheels

Off-road-oriented wheels with chunky all-terrain tyres will likely provide less grip on the tarmac. (image credit: Autocraze)

Overview: New wheels are a great way to enhance your Colorado’s presence, but it’s important to understand that not all wheel types behave the same. For instance, bigger wheels with a lower tyre profile are generally less suitable for off-road driving. On the flip side, off-road-oriented wheels with chunky all-terrain tyres will likely provide less grip on the tarmac.

Cost: Expect to pay anywhere from around $2000 for a good set of aftermarket wheels. There may be cheaper alternatives out there, but keep in mind that you get what you pay for.

Where to buy: Visit autocraze.com.au or contact your local wheel and tyre specialist.

Holden Colorado window tint

Installing high-quality tint will shield passengers from glare and UV rays.

Overview: While window tint may enhance the look of your vehicle, it also has a number of functional benefits. Installing high-quality tint will shield passengers from glare and UV rays, and conceal the ute’s contents from prying eyes. The Holden Colorado was available with rear privacy glass as standard on higher-spec Crew Cab variants.

Cost: Installing good automotive window film takes a fair bit of work, and can cost upwards of $500. The price will depend on the size of your ute, and how many windows you want to have tinted.

Where to buy: Visit 3m.com.au

Holden Colorado snorkel

A good snorkel ensures that clean, dry air is always available, regardless of the conditions. (image credit: ARB)

Overview: A snorkel isn’t just for deep water river crossings. In fact, the fitment of a snorkel repositions the air intake opening to a much higher location, protecting the engine from dust and dirt, and indeed, water. A good snorkel ensures that clean, dry air is always available, regardless of the conditions.

Cost: With so many snorkel products available for the Holden Colorado, pricing tends to vary. You can get away with spending as little as $200 for a lower-end product, but expect to pay upwards of $350 for a high-quality example. 

Where to buy: Visit arb.com.au, ironman4x4.com, autocraze.com.au

Holden Colorado bull bar

A bull bar will it protect your Colorado’s vulnerable mechanical components against animal strikes or small collisions. (image credit: ARB)

Overview: A bull bar can really save your bacon when travelling in remote areas. Not only will it protect your Colorado’s vulnerable mechanical components against animal strikes or small collisions, but a good bull bar also serves as a solid mounting base for other accessories like driving lights and winches.

Gone are the days where a bull bar is a one-size-fits-all deal. Nowadays, good products are designed specifically to work with the individual styling of the vehicle, and to not interrupt the functionality of its lights and sensors. 

Cost: Pricing for Holden Colorado bull bars varies depending on the materials used, and the various onboard features like onboard lights, mounting points and winch capacity. Expect to pay upwards of $2000. If you're looking for something cheaper, a smaller nudge bar may fit your needs.

Where to buy: Visit arb.com.au, ironmax4x4.com, 4x4megastore.com.au

Holden Colorado tool box

A quality tool box features rubber seals, sturdy hinges and a strong locking mechanism to protect your equipment. (image credit: ironman 4x4)

Overview: If you use your ute for work, a lockable tool box fixed to your Colorado’s tray could be a very handy upgrade. A quality tool box features rubber seals, sturdy hinges and a strong locking mechanism to protect your equipment from thieves. 

Cost: Tool boxes come in many shapes and sizes to suit your specific needs. Ironman 4x4 sells a number of aluminium, powder-coated tool boxes that range from a few hundred bucks to over $1000. 

Where to buy: Visit ironman4x4.com

Holden Colorado canopy

ARB’s flagship Ascent canopy is priced from just over 00. (image credit: ARB)

Overview: A canopy gives your ute a unique look, but more importantly, provides flexible storage, increased security and weatherproofing for your cargo.

Cost: ARB’s flagship Ascent canopy is priced from just over $4000, and includes key features like integrated central locking, an electric push-button window release and ‘slam-shut’ latches. 

Where to buy: Visit arb.com.au

Holden Colorado roof racks

Overview: Roof racks are the best way to carry bulky items that you can’t fit in your cabin. (image credit: ARB)

Overview: Roof racks are the best way to carry bulky items that you can’t fit in your cabin. There are many products that are purpose built to carry things like bicycles, kayaks or ladders, while more versatile roof rail systems allow you to design your own cargo solution. 

Cost: Brands like Rhino Rack and Thule offer basic Holden Colorado roof racks from around $300, while larger universal setups range from upwards of $1300. Consider what you will be primarily using your Colorado for when deciding on a roof rack. 

Where to buy: Visit roofracksuperstore.com.au, arb.com.au, ironmax4x4.com

Holden Colorado side protection

Side steps make it easier to get in and out of your vehicle. (image credit: ARB)

Overview: Side steps, or rock sliders as they are commonly known, not only make it easier to get in and out of your vehicle, but also protect your body panels from various debris. Whether it be rocks in the bush, or from rogue shopping trolleys in town, a good set of side steps may save you a great deal of heartache in the future.

Cost: Ironman 4x4 has a great reputation when it comes to this stuff, with side steps available from $753 complete with all the necessary fitting accessories.

Where to buy: Visit ironman4x4.com

Spencer Leech
Contributing Journalist
It's little surprise that Spencer pursued a career in motoring journalism; a born car and motorcycle tragic coming from a long line of typesetters and writers. In short, it was meant to be. He cut his teeth in the automotive industry freelancing as a writer and photographer for titles including Wheels, Unique Cars, Street Machine and Carsales, before filling editorship roles at Australian Road Rider and GoAutoMedia. Spencer contributes regularly to Carsguide, sometimes corresponding from far corners of the globe. By night, he shreds the synthesizer in a little-known Melbourne rock band called Midnight Medley.  
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