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2019 Chevrolet Colorado review

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Chevrolet Colorado highlights

Customer rating

Pros

  • Powerful V6 engine option
  • Comfortable ride
  • User-friendly infotainment system

Cons

  • In-cab storage is lacking
  • Not a lot of driver-aid availability
  • Somewhat cramped front seat area

Mileage (EPA estimate)

16 city, 18 highway, 17 combined

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A potent and multipurpose midsize truck

The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado is the chameleon of the midsize pickup segment, blending in seamlessly with your work schedules, family routines, and weekend adventures. Whether you are looking for a solid rig on the job site or a comfortable daily driver to boot around the city, you'll find that and a whole lot more in this truck—especially with its heroic off-roading capabilities. For work or play, the Colorado handles it all, providing great versatility and power, along with a complete range of engine options, cab configurations, bed lengths, and features.

All Chevrolet Colorado years

What is new for the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado?

  • Colorado trims have been upgraded with Heated Steering Wheel, Leather Seats, Parking Sensors, Leatherette & Cloth, and Long Bed as standard equipment this year.
  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels features are now available as options on select trims.
  • The Base trim now comes with Automatic Transmission as standard equipment.

2019 Chevrolet Colorado trims

Curious how Chevrolet Colorado trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similarities

Base

  • The Base trim comes standard with 16-inch ultra-silver metallic-painted steel wheels, a rearview camera, single-zone manual climate control with air conditioning, a seven-inch touchscreen display with Bluetooth capabilities, a locking tailgate, and more.

  • View all Chevrolet Colorados in stock

Work-Truck

  • The Work-Truck trim features dual rear seats with under-seat storage (extended-cab models), a folding rear bench seat (crew cab models), carpeted flooring and front and rear carpeted floor mats, a four-way power driver seat, power windows with driver express-up and -down, and more.

  • View all Chevrolet Colorado Work-Trucks in stock

LT

  • The LT trim includes 17-inch blade silver metallic-painted cast-aluminum wheels, an eight-inch touchscreen display with built-in 4G LTE WiFi

    , power-adjustable manual-folding side-view mirrors, remote keyless entry, a six-way power driver seat, and more.

  • View all Chevrolet Colorado LTs in stock

Z71

  • The Z71 trim features 17-inch dark argent metallic-painted cast-aluminum wheels with all-terrain tires, a Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package, automatic locking rear differential, transfer case shield (4x4 models), Hill Descent Control, and more.

  • View all Chevrolet Colorado Z71s in stock

ZR2

  • The ZR2 trim comes standard with an Off-Road Appearance Package, off-road suspension, increased clearance and track width, leather-appointed seats with the ZR2 logo, a black grille and rear bumper, and more.

  • View all Chevrolet Colorado ZR2s in stock

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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado

1. Potent power

Don't be deceived by the 2019 Chevy Colorado's midsize status—this pickup isn't lacking guts. Right out of the gate, the 2.5L four-cylinder, which comes standard on Base, WT, LT, and Z71 trims, pushes out 200 horsepower and 191 lb.-ft. of torque. With an estimated payload capacity of 1,440 lbs. and an estimated 3,500-lb. max tow rating (2019 models), this rugged little road-warrior makes a great delivery truck or tool hauler with the 2.5L engine when properly equipped.

Stepping up to the 3.6L V6 (standard on ZR2, optional on Base, WT, LT, and Z71 trims) will get you more muscle with 308 horsepower and 275 lb.-ft. of torque, along with an estimated 7,000-lb. maximum towing capacity and an estimated 1,574-lb. payload capacity when properly equipped.
That's full-size capability but in a more agile package.

2. Sips fuel and packs torque

2019 Chevrolet Colorado: Engine | CarMax

Looking for a well-rounded pickup with rugged diesel performance? The 2019 Colorado offers an available Duramax 2.8L turbo-diesel four-cylinder that generates 181 horsepower and 369 lb.-ft. of torque. With this durable cast iron engine anchoring the truck, the 2019 Colorado can tow an estimated 7,700 lbs. when properly equipped.

It matches this power with an EPA-estimated 30 mpg highway (2WD models).

3. Roomy inside and out

2019 Chevrolet Colorado: Front Seats | CarMax

With room for your crew and job site materials, this Colorado truck packs a serious punch when it comes to space. 2019 WT, LT, and Z71 trims with the crew cab can accommodate five passengers with 35.8 inches of rear-seat legroom, plus all seats feature special contouring for maximum support to limit fatigue when you're out on the job. 2019 crew cab models also offer the choice of a 5' 2" or a 6' 2" bed to store your tools and materials.

2019 Chevrolet Colorado: Backseats | CarMax

The long bed can hold a maximum of 49.9 cubic feet of cargo or up to eight-foot lengths of lumber by opening the tailgate, which is very good versatility for a midsize pickup.

2019 Chevrolet Colorado: Trunk Cargo | CarMax

4. Off-road capabilities

Need to blow off steam after a long day of work? The 2019 Colorado ZR2 dominates the great outdoors. This trim boasts rugged features, such as front and rear electronic locking differentials and a special dampening system that ensures an exceptional ride, along with large all-terrain tires with big fender flares, so you can travel where you want to go. There is also a one-touch terrain select for desert, mud, or mountains to customize off-road performance to suit the conditions. With nearly two inches of front and rear lift and a 3.5-inch wider stance, the 2019 Colorado ZR2 is the midsize pickup to quench your thirst for adventure.

5. In-truck technology

2019 Chevrolet Colorado: Tech Dash | CarMax

The 2019 Colorado includes Chevy's robust Infotainment 3 system, which is easy to use and very feature-rich. Base and WT trims come standard with a seven-inch touchscreen display with Bluetooth connectivity and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, while LT and higher trims get a larger eight-inch touchscreen display and built-in 4G LTE WiFi.

All models also include a rearview camera to help with hitching up a trailer or reversing onto a loading dock. Forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and rear park assist are optional on the LT trim as a special package. You can also upgrade the base six-speaker audio system with a Bose® premium seven-speaker sound system on LT and higher trims.

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The Tacoma pickup truck is rugged enough to handle your adventures wherever you go, whether you're headed to a national park or just down the road to the grocery store. The 2019 Tacoma is available in six trims, two of them specific to off-road driving. This truck is also designed for tough driving conditions, including rain and snow. The base work truck has a 2.7L four-cylinder engine producing 159 hp and 180 lb-ft of torque. Standard features on the 2019 model include:

  • 16-inch steel wheels

  • Integrated backup camera

  • Forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking

  • Lane-departure alert

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Ratings & reliability

Customer ratings

4
Above Average

RepairPal gave the Chevrolet Colorado an overall reliability rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Chevrolet Colorado 6th out of 8 among Midsize Trucks.

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Chevrolet Colorado features and specs

Work Truck 2WD 4D Crew Cab

Standard Features

  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Power Locks
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear View Camera
  • Side Airbags
  • Traction Control
  • Alloy Wheels
  • Bed Cover
  • Bed Liner
  • BOSE Sound System
  • Cloth Seats
  • Cruise Control
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Mirrors
  • Running Boards
  • Tow Hitch
  • Vinyl Seats

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

2.5L

Horsepower

200

Torque (ft-lbs)

191

Engine type

Gas

Fuel capacity

21

Wheelbase

128.3"

Overall length

212.7"

Width

74.3"

Height

70.7"

Leg room

F 45"/R 35.8"

Head room

F 41.4"/R 38.3"

Front tires

265/70R16

Rear tires

265/70R16

Seating capacity

5

Max towing capacity

350/7700 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

2019 Chevrolet Colorado FAQ

More about the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado

Color options

Exterior colors

  • Black

  • Cajun Red Tintcoat

  • Crush

  • Dark Copper Metallic

  • Kinetic Blue Metallic

  • Pacific Blue Metallic

  • Red Hot

  • Satin Steel Metallic

  • Shadow Gray Metallic

  • Silver Ice Metallic

  • Summit White

Interior details

The 2019 Chevy Colorado's interior can accommodate two passengers in the Base trim with the rear seat delete, four passengers in WT, LT, and Z71 trims with the extended cab, or five passengers in WT, LT, and Z71 trims with the crew cab. Cab and bed configuration choices include an extended cab model with a 6' 2" bed, a crew cab with a 5' 2" bed, and a crew cab with a 6' 2" bed. With the tailgate down, the 6' 2" bed can fit items that are eight feet long.

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