Introduced last year, the fourth generation of Chevy's Colorado pickup truck has been gaining popularity. The truck had remained primarily unchanged since 2015, but now riding on a new chassis, the updated pickup delivers an improved ride, more interior space, and excellent off-road capability.
The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado stands out with a wide grille flanked by slim headlights, overlaid by a bar bearing the classic Chevrolet bowtie logo. This look is styled after the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 full-size pickup. Offered exclusively as a four-door crew cab, the Colorado is available with a range of stylish wheels and tires that vary by trim level.
Inside, there's room for five with good storage throughout the cabin. The updated infotainment system is easy to use and is displayed on an 11.3-inch screen in all trim levels. Popular features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across the model line.
Chevrolet offers the Colorado in five trim levels up to the off-road-ready ZR2. The standard engine in all trims is a 2.7-liter turbocharged engine; however, power output for higher trims bumps up from the base-level 237-horsepower to 310 hp. Power is sent to the road via an eight-speed automatic transmission. When equipped with the higher-output engine, the Colorado boasts class-leading towing capacity, rated at 7,700 pounds. This figure is matched only by the Jeep Gladiator.
In addition to its hauling and towing capabilities, the Colorado is ready for adventure with a choice of two off-road-ready trim levels: Trail Boss and ZR2. These trucks come with factory lift kits, off-road tires, specific off-road displays, and a wider chassis that enhances their off-road capability. But for those who want to tackle the most extreme terrain, Chevrolet has added the Bison package for the Colorado ZR2. The ZR2 Bison is a result of a partnership with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV). This special truck features an impressive 12.2 inches of ground clearance, 35-inch Mud/Terrain tires, locking front- and rear-differentials, and boron steel skid plates.
The Colorado has a lot to offer, but it has some tough competition in the midsize truck segment from the Jeep Gladiator, Toyota Tacoma, and Nissan Frontier. Perhaps its most significant competitor is the Ford Ranger, which is all-new for 2024, including an off-road Ranger Raptor that boasts more than 400 hp.
