What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado? What does it compare to?
The Colorado is a midsize pickup truck. Compare it to the mechanically similar GMC Canyon plus the Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma.
Is the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado a good truck?
Overall, the Colorado is a very good choice. It’s powerful, comfortable, and has great tech. It earns a TCC Rating of 5.4 out of 10. (Read more about how we rate cars.)
What’s new for the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado?
The biggest change this year is that all versions now have a 310-hp 2.7-liter turbo-4 as standard equipment. A lower-output version was previously included on lower-trim trucks. Also, the mid-level LT trim level has been dropped from the range—a curious choice.
The Colorado WT now comes standard with active lane control, automatic rear braking, cruise control, and a sliding rear window on all trims, while the Z71 adds a steering column that tilts and telescopes, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and heated front seats. Top ZR2 versions now have a heated steering wheel and leather upholstery, too.
These trucks have a clean, stylish appearance that should age well. Each trim has its own styling tweaks; we like the mid-range Z71’s blend of painted bumpers and blacked-out accents the most. Inside, look for lots of black plastic but a convenient design and a big touchscreen running terrific Google built-in software.
The 310-hp turbo-4 furnishes excellent power, and it’s aided by quality shifts from the 8-speed automatic gearbox. These trucks can comfortably tow as much as 7,700 pounds, depending on the configuration, and they’re rated to lug as much as 1,700 pounds of stuff in the bed. Ride quality is good for a pickup, and they have a nimble feel thanks in part to light-effort steering. The Colorado is hardly a fuel-sipper, but it offers north of 20 mpg combined in most configurations. Beware that the TrailBoss and ZR2 are considerably thirstier both in the EPA ratings and in our real-world testing.
They’re comfy enough up front with good headroom and legroom, even if the seats themselves don’t have the most support. Rear-seat riders will find somewhat cramped space, but that’s typical for a midsize truck. No version has a particularly high-class interior, though again that’s not out of the realm for this segment.
The Colorado is light on crash-test data, though what’s been performed so far by the NHTSA hasn’t been impressive. These trucks come standard with automatic emergency braking, pedestrian and cyclist detection, blind-spot monitors, and rear cross-traffic alerts, while adaptive cruise control is available on higher trims.
How much does the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado cost?
Figure about $31,500 for the cheapest Colorado once you factor in the destination charge. Its 11.3-inch touchscreen with Google built-in and wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay is great, but it’s light on features otherwise. Most buyers will need to budget closer to $45,000 for the now mid-level Z71.
Where is the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado made?
In Wentzville, Missouri.
