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2008-2012 Holden Colorado Head Unit Kit
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2008-2012 Holden Colorado Head Unit Kit

Series RC

Head unit
Display
HD IPS
Chip
UIS7862S, 12nm
Memory
4GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Includes all our features with impressive audio and performance that won't let you down.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7862S, 12nm
Memory
6GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Same great performance as DM Core, incredible display. Our recommendation for most.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7870, 6nm
Memory
8GB
Audio
AKM7739 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

A noticeable jump in performance and studio quality audio. For the power users.

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Caution: An 11.5" screen may interfere with surrounding trim in this model; choose a standard-size display.

Display
QHD QLED, 11.5"
Chip
UIS7862S, 6nm
Memory
8GB
Audio
AKM7738 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Big is good. If you want your head unit to be your portable cinema, this is the one.

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Display
QHD QLED
Chip
UIS7870, 6nm
Memory
12GB
Audio
AKM7739 DSP
Bluetooth
aptX-HD
  • Wireless CarPlay & Android Auto
  • Google Play Store
  • Micro-SD capable

Complete overkill, created simply because we could. If you want the absolute best in performance and lossless audio, here it is.

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Dash camera

Dual Cam DVR Dashcam

Two high-definition cameras record the road and cabin, giving you crisp coverage of what’s ahead and inside the car.

  • Easy phone connectivity
  • Loop recording
  • 24/7 parking monitoring

Triple Cam DVR Dashcam

Capture every angle of your journey with three high-definition cameras that record the road, cabin, and rear—so you don’t miss a thing.

  • Easy phone connectivity
  • Loop recording
  • 24/7 parking monitoring
Microphone
Extras
Delivery4–⁠11 business days
Total$790

About this kit

Gate's open, gloves off, ignition on — the screen wakes as you roll out. This factory-look stereo suits the Colorado and stays readable when the cab's dusty. Snappy to tap between stops, solid once mounted, and built for Australian heat reliability so it doesn't wilt after a long shift.

Supports Apple CarPlay & Android Auto via CarLink 2.0 (pre-installed).

Android head unit installed, showing split-screen maps and music

Compatibility at a glance

Years
2008–2012
Series
RC
Trims
DX, LX, LX-R, LT-R
Steering wheel controls
Retained if present
Premium audio systems supported
All
Camera retention
Retained if present
Market name
RC series; replaced the Rodeo name in 2008.

Caution: An 11.5" screen may interfere with surrounding trim in this model; choose a standard-size display.

What’s included

  • Head unit of your choice — select your preferred tier
  • Vehicle-specific fascia — OEM-match finish
  • Core plug-and-play harness; trim-specific adapters added if your car needs them (free of charge)
  • Factory reverse camera retention (where fitted)
  • Antenna adapter (where required)

Install snapshot

Time
60 mins
Difficulty 1 to 5
2
Tools
Trim-Removal Tools, Phillips Screwdriver, 10 mm Socket

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Built for Australian conditions

AU warranty

Built for Aussie heat, dust, and rough roads.

  • Active fan & heat-sink
  • Voltage-stable power stage
  • 12-month local warranty

Features you’ll use

Built for work days: rugged mounting behind a tidy fascia, easy to read through dust and midday glare, and a snappy interface when you're bouncing between jobs. Buttons respond without lag, and the layout stays simple with gloves.

2008-2012 Holden Colorado Head Unit Kit

Work-ready, OEM look

Factory-look fascia that suits the dash and mounts up solidly, so the display doesn't shake over rough access roads. Trim lines stay tidy, buttons remain reachable, and nothing blocks vents. Steering-wheel controls stay active and the factory camera is retained where fitted, so day-to-day habits don't change — the screen just works harder.
  • Solid mount behind fascia
  • Tidy, OEM look
  • Controls and camera retained
  • No blocked vents

Clear calls on site

Road noise, steel trays and mud tyres make calls harder; the unit's 16–31-band EQ and per-channel time alignment help pull voices forward. Bluetooth with high-quality codecs keeps calls clear, and pre-outs make adding an amp or sub straightforward later. Save a preset for town, another for highway, and swap with a tap.
  • EQ for voice clarity
  • Time alignment presets
  • Amp/sub ready outputs
  • Bluetooth with aptX-HD

Wireless between jobs

Hop in and it reconnects wirelessly via CarLink 2.0 — CarPlay & Android Auto without cables. Use voice to set the next address in Google Maps, reply to messages hands-free, and keep Spotify rolling between sites. Stable across short hops or long runs, so you're not fiddling with cords at every stop.
  • Wireless via CarLink 2.0
  • Voice set next stop
  • Google Maps, Spotify
  • Auto-reconnect at each site

Maps when reception drops

Headed past coverage? Download map areas before you leave and keep guidance working while you're out on station roads, fire trails, or rural sites — and save mobile data at the same time. With an OBD2 adapter, Torque shows coolant temp, intake air, or basic fault codes, handy for quick checks between jobs.
  • Offline areas for AU
  • Guidance with no signal
  • Quick Torque gauges
  • Basic code reads

The DriverMods difference

Real performance — and real transparency

The current standard is still 28 nm—slower and hotter, with only the highest end units running 12 nm.
Our units start at 12 nm for smooth, lag-free performance (Core & Plus), stepping up to 6 nm in Pro/Max/Flagship for lightning-fast response.

  • spec transparency
  • modern silicon
  • fast boot
  • cool, stable runs
Displays you enjoy looking at

No dim, plasticky panels.
Our Plus / Pro / Max / Flagship use QLED QHD for razor-sharp maps, media, and text.
Our Core tier unit uses a bright, vivid HD IPS display—clear, clean, and easy on the eyes.

  • higher resolution
  • higher brightness
  • premium panel tech
Bigger screen, less bezel, factory-style fit

More screen, minimal bezels, tidy fascia—designed to look like it belongs in your dash.
Controls stay accessible and integration stays clean.

  • OEM-style fit
  • modern look
  • tidy install
Tuned software that makes life easy

Lean, fast, and stable—plus full customisation.
Keep our optimised setup or download and swap to a different launcher if you prefer.
With an Android OS head unit, the options are endless.

  • fast UI
  • no bloat
  • choose your launcher
Memory & storage that keep up

Gone are the days when 4 GB of RAM was “top-end.”
Ours start at 4 GB and go up from there, so app switching stays smooth.
Add maps and media with microSD expansion and you’re set for offline trips.

  • more RAM
  • smoother multitasking
  • microSD for expandable storage
Built for value, backed locally

Top-tier hardware at fair pricing, with AU support and clear documentation.
We care about the experience after install just as much as unboxing day.

  • local help
  • real warranty
  • easy ownership
Why we do it

The concept isn’t new—the standard should be.
Modern processors, better panels, lean and fast software, fair pricing.
We build head units that make driving feel effortless, not frustrating.

Checkout & shipping — how it works

  1. Order your kitChoose your preferred head unit tier and place your order.
  2. Upload a photoAfter checkout, we'll provide a link for you to easily upload a photo of your dash and any steering wheel controls.
  3. We assemble the correct kitWe confirm your exact model and include any needed adapters and the correct fascia. Correct-fit guarantee applies.
  4. Tracked shippingAU-wide tracked delivery in 4–⁠11 business days.

FAQs

Will this suit my Holden Colorado RC across DX, LX, LX-R and LT-R?

Yes — it covers the 2008–2012 RC series within those trims. The stereo uses a factory-look fascia, and steering-wheel controls remain active. Camera is retained where fitted.

How does it handle glare and heat in the Colorado RC?

The display stays readable in bright midday glare, and the unit is built for Australian heat reliability. A solid mount keeps it steady on rough access roads.

Does the wireless reconnect reliably between short site stops?

Yes. It reconnects automatically via CarLink 2.0 so you can use CarPlay & Android Auto without plugging in, whether you're doing quick drop-offs or longer runs.

Can I keep my reverse camera on the RC?

Where a factory camera is present, it's retained. If your ute doesn't have one, you can add an aftermarket camera later using the unit's inputs.

What if I'm out of coverage on rural jobs?

Download offline map areas before you leave; guidance keeps working without signal and you'll save mobile data. It's ideal for station roads and remote sites.

Can I add an amp or sub down the track?

Yes. The unit provides pre-outs for easy amplifier/sub installs, and you can use EQ and time alignment to tune for cabin noise.

Learn more

Want to dive deeper into features and how everything works? These guides break it down and help you choose the right setup.

Compare head units

DM Core
$685
DM Plus
$790
DM Pro
$990
DM Max
$1,170
DM Flagship
$1,450
Screen size9.0 - 10.1″9.5 - 10.36″9.5 - 10.36″11.5″—
ResolutionHDQHDQHDQHDQHD
PanelIPSQLEDQLEDQLEDQLED
Brightness1100 nits1500 nits1500 nits1500 nits—
UI refresh60 Hz60 Hz100 Hz60 Hz—
CPUUIS7862S 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7862S 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7870 8x Cortex A76 @ 2.7 GHzUIS7870 2× A75 + 6× A55 2+6 @ 2.0 GHzUIS7870
Processor Node Type12nm12nm6nm6nm6nm
RAM4 GB LPDDR4X6 GB LPDDR4X8 GB LPDDR4X8 GB LPDDR4X12GB
Storage64 GB eMMC 5.1128 GB eMMC 5.1128 GB UFS128 GB UFS—
DSPAKM7738AKM7738AKM7739AKM7738AKM7739
Pre-outs3 × 2.5 V3 × 2.5 V3 × 4.0 V3 × 4.0 V—
Optical outNoNoYesYes—
Coaxial outNoNoYesYes—
USB 2.02233—
USB-C 3.20011—
In shortIncludes all our features and great performance that wont let you down.Same great performance, incredible display. Our recommendation for most.A solid improvement in performance and studio quality audio.Big, is good. If you want your head unit to be the focus point, this is the one.Complete overkill, created simply because we could. If you want the absolute best in performance and lossless audio, here it is.