2023 Chevrolet Colorado In-Depth Review - Is the New Truck Better? 

These are some of the best styled trucks GM has had in years. Yes, the front end is sort of complicated/busy, but this is now true with a lot of trucks. This one definitely looks aggressive, but it ties and binds into the overall design very well. If I hadn't already gotten a build date for a Maverick I've had on order, I'd have considered ordering one of these.

That’s sooooo awesome Moms rolled along in the back seat!! 💪🏻💪🏻 Its a family effort. And I appreciate that.

This is a really good review. Excellent teamwork and "back and forth" between you, gents. Very informative, authoritative, and free from obscurantist jargon. Well done!

Truck Queen cameo and base model coverage makes this the BEST TK video ever!😄

TK > TFL for info and details. Good job GM needs a higher trail boss, this one is comparable to a custom trail boss in the Silverado. LT trail boss?

I’m glad you guys have an honest review of these trucks everyone else really did not talk about the negatives on them like you guys did. There is 2 different sets ups for the engines For the WT

love that measuring ''tape", half an inch accuracy, finally a measuring device that reflects accuracy of ontario construction standards

Thanks for the review. I have never been a GM guy, but that interior is a significant looking upgrade. Trucks "looks" much better, and fresher. Thanks Stephen, I was the guy at the airport Sunday morning.

I would still like to have a light switch. Many times in fog or snow that the lights don’t come on automatically because the sensor thinks it’s light but you want to manually turn on the lights. Don’t want to be fiddling around with a menu to turn them on.

I love the fact of FAMILY involved… Americans need more of that. God bless you guys very informative.

I think the box needs to be 6 ft to be honest. 6 ft bed is a sweet spot

Great review, thank you. And 👍🏻on the styling. Love the trail boss and the fact they put it on the w/t platform. Well done gentlemen.

Truck king crew doing his thing 👍

So refreshing seeing an honest review. Good work guys!

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This truck is so far ahead of Fords dated worldwide-carryover Ranger it’s not even close. This truck blows it out of the water. Props to GM & Nissan on coming out with great new midsize pickups!

Like the look, I can see where it looks busy so far but like anything else it grows on you. Hey I know that fella from Motoring! Good to see both of you guys!

Been waiting for this review for months! Great job guys!! And you get to enjoy the Sunny South ! Sounds like overall, you weren't in love with the engines and driving experience, but appreciated the updates and the Features. I personally like the new styling . I also think the new interior looks better than the Nissan Frontier. But if I were to guess, I think the Frontiers engine and cabin sound deadening are better than the new GM twins. I guess we'll have to see what happens when you put a trailer on the back, throw it through the mud and the hydroline and see how it stacks up. Now we have to wait for the new Ranger and Tacoma. Can't wait for your next in-depth reviews

Thanks for the review! I really like the styling inside and out of this truck, I think it's best looking of the bunch of midsizers including the ones to come the Tacoma (patent drawings) and Ranger. One concern was the smaller back seat, and was hoping to see yall get in it to compare for larger guys. I have adults in my back seat a couple of times a week so I am always interested in that.

Regarding the styling, love it! Best looking mid-size truck on the market. I actually like all the trims, but I think the trail boss would probably be my pick if I was on any type of budget. I'm also really looking forward to seeing more on the GMC version, the last generation I liked the GMC styling better.

I like the overall look of the truck. The front end is a little too busy. I wish there was an option for LED headlights on the Trail Boss. Also, I wish there was a different color for the interior other than black. In the previous version you could get a gray and black interior.

Thank you for this awesome review! Helped me really lock down the trim I want to get. LOVED the 2023 Z71 Colorado when I test drove it. Definitely ordering myself one soon. For me the lift was tempting but at the end of the day its going to be my daily driver in hot ass Texas and a road tripper. So for my partner and I, having off road capability for parks and skiing etc is great, but swapping that 2in loft for the extra comfort and features is worth it to us. I want an air conditioned butt when I get off work 12hr at the plant and I want to just relax and not be in a stifling hot truck after working on boilers.

I like the aggressive front end. The Ranger refresh when it hits NA in 2024 looks nice as well. Good time for midsize trucks.

Only reason I've ever touched the light knob was to turn the lights off then on to see if the lights were on. You're right about the exterior lines. So many lines. With the grill being so high, it makes the truck look tall and narrow with a high centre of gravity

Nice review gentlemen. Will be nice to see it on your course.

Did you drive the HO turbo? Curious what that 430 lb/ft of torque feels like in a smaller/lighter truck. Terrible news on the twitchier/rougher ride though. The previous Colorado was best in class for ride and comfort.

Excellent video! Hello Truck Queen!! 😊👍🏼

Love the styling. But love even more the Canyon.

I agree it looks great, but I'm concerned about the twitchiness and the noise. Been driving a Ranger Lariat Tremor and it's fairly quiet and I don't find it buzzy at all. It is laggy, though, but once it spools it just goes hard. I'm looking for a midsize with a bit more refinement as I'm not going off road as much as I planned. I'll test drive a Z71, but I don't have much hope.

Great video guys as usual !! I think Trailboss is the option to go after all this explanation, of course depends what you need, Cheerss

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If i could get 6ft bed and crew cab i would be sold.

Truck Mom❤️, we finally see the real boss of this crew!!!Truck Mom looked comfortable and happy, she’s turned out a pretty great bunch my opinion!!! THANKS TRUCK MOM!!! ❤️ Gods greatest gift to us all is that lady we call Mom!!!!!!!!!

Best looking truck

I like it..prices for trucks though have gone insane

Love the video guys, can't wait to see the 2023 ZR2 on your channel.

Have a 2017 WT 4x4 6ft bed with the 2.5l and you talk about buzzing, lol. It gets the job done but its power is all in the higher rpm range. Gets phenomenal fuel mileage if you drive it sensible and keep your foot off the floor. Does really well off road with that G80 locker and good tires. I have been very happy with it.

Great job, guys! Was wondering what Mom thought of the back seat room, though.

BEST looking midsized pickup and it's not even close. Chevy hit this one out of the park.

best review of these trucks thus far!

How's the acceleration on the 310 HP/390 ftlb engine? You did an acceleration on the base, you should have done one on all of them. Great video as usual, I got to see these Trucks along with the Canyons @ the Chicago auto show and I'm very impressed with them! I think these are the best looking trucks on the market, defiantly makes the other midsize trucks look dated, can't wait to drive them 🙂

Question, does choosing the High Output engine option (430 ft lb torque) negatively impact fuel efficiency

Thanks for the great review guys. The most disappointing aspect of this new truck is the lack of the longer 6 ft 2 inch bed. I do lawncare work on weekends with a 2010 Sierra. I've always liked the Canyon and was looking at it as a possible replacement but the lack of the longer bed takes it away as a consideration for work purposes.

Can you fit a regular size quad bike into box with tailgate down

I had a 21 ranger lariat.. Wanted a. New truck all Edmonton dealers say there new Colorado/canyons were reserved already and would have to wait until the summer so I bought a frontier pro4x.. Great truck

Got a Lt with the turbo+ engine and it's really nice. Enjoying the crap out of this truck.

I see you guys rubbing elbows is the interior same is the present Ranger!good video 👍🏽

Looks like I will get me a 2023 Colorado Z71 ! Thanks guys !

Technically two engines since the base engine carries a different RPO and is physically different. The Turbo Plus and HO are identical and it's just a tune which can be done at the dealer for $400 to go from 390lbft to 430

Any idea on max tire size on the Trail Boss?

It will be interesting to see the mileage difference between base engine and the higher output engines. I have watched all the new midsized GM reviews and feel like I would go with a regular cab GM full size for the extra room and capability for the same price.

The thing looks sick! I’m disappointed about the only one engine option. I liked the little diesel and the v6 both go hand and hand with a lil truck.

Nice review and I’m waving back at mom!

I really like this new trail boss but the only issues I've had with my 2019 leveled long bed Colorado 4x4 is the glitchy infotainment system so having so many controls moved to that infotainment system concerns me a bit.

I saw Stephen’s non speaking cameo on Andre’s TFL Truck 🛻 comparison video earlier. I have wanted a mid size truck 🛻 for a very long time and was excited about the new Colorado and Canyon and I still am. I am just bummed that the pricing starts for the Z71 where the optioned out previous generation Z71 topped out at. Making an even more ridiculously expensive truck. More tech upgrades I know. I love the look, the interior and tech features in the Z71, but the price tag 🏷️ and off road capability for a guy with a limited budget who loves to hunt and fish 🎣, kayak and camp 🏕️ has me leaning toward the Trail Boss. I built one for around 42-43k USD vs 48k USD for the Z71. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and driving experiences. So glad to see these finally come out. 😎

I like this truck a lot

What kind of shocks on are the two trims ?

I like the look and in particular, the stance of the trucks. I think the one cab / one bed size might be a mistake.

As a gen z the technology on the base wt is awesome

Great review - hit all the things I cared about!

I'm not sure the WT you were driving was the base engine. If there is an armrest then its the 310/390 engine.

I may have missed it in the video...but the differences on power output...is all just tuning and bolt ons or or is it also internal

Does owners manual still prohibit slide in campers?

Ordered a Z71 in Jan, with a ton of options, but 18" wheels.. Was told it wont start being built until 3-27. hopefully no hang ups.... I thought the Z71 came with like a 1" lift?

I like my 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Bright Blue Metallic with a V6 3.6 Engine and 8 speed Transmission. Happy to own it and fun to drive and long trips are great.

I’m wondering if the towing sticker is something done for production vehicles? It will be interesting to see because it does come in handy some times

Best looking in the segment now. Not busy at all in my opinion. IF I were to buy one, I'm sure the aftermarket is going to go nuts with performance mods.....

The truck looks great, huge improvement. And the interior is so much better than anything else in the mid-sized truck selection

What off-road park was that? I live in California might go check it out !

Hey now I LIKE the outdated interior in my ‘22 ZR2 that I got large laser on your recommendation after being on a bronco badlands waitlist for a year. Hey a couple things to check in the new gen that are lacking in the 22: 1) the ‘22 headlights are dangerously bad, and the first upgrade usually recommended. How is night driving? 2) Being “Shrek shaped” the Colorado was the midsize I fit in best. Does the Colorado maintain it’s Shrek friendly nature? 3) The interior screen dimming is poor on the ‘22 so I am often adjusting it to see better at night. 4) the sports bar is dumb and the lights just illuminate the cab roof 5) the last gen ZR2 can be lifted to clear 35”s but it involves lots of cutting, regearing, and big bags of money. What’s it going to take on the 23? 6) are the shock supports still under the axels to drag on stuff? 7) have a shortie crawl in the lifted units, the grab bars are way up high and awkward in the 22 Thanks TK!

What California trail was that? I live in Southern California so I’m curious.

Payload at 1455lb (is 660kg), how do you fit 4wd accessories, 4 people and camping gear in that? Here in Oz, the similar pick-ups can carry 2200lb+...

Great video. Ok so help confirm for me. I love a mid size truck. It almost never snows here in NC. At most I will do some dirt rd driving. I will not be doing any major off rd. My thoughts are work truck with the computer upgrade for more power. I do have a small camper. I only drive like 5 miles to work all I need is a decent radio and cold ac. Please confirm that I can get the work truck with an upgrade on power.

You can upgrade your Turbo Plus engine to the High Output (with just a tune) as an option, even if your truck is delivered as a Turbo Plus, because they have the same internals. And you can "check the block" on an order for a WT for the High Output, but for the base engine some of the internals are different and Chevy won't flash that ECU and give it a warranty. Although I'm more than sure the aftermarket already has figured out a way get a LOT out of it. They're built crazy strong

For me the Colorado has gone from irrelevant to a midsize benchmark. Love that 2023 is “the year of the midsize pickup.” Looking forward to seeing how the new Colorado, new Ranger, and new Tacoma compare. In addition, the new for 2022 Frontier is a fine truck. For that matter, the Ridgeline will actually win many midsize truck tests (eliminating off-roading or max towing as variables). Very impressed with the Colorado. We plan on buying at the end of 2024. Looking forward to seeing how the midsize market plays out.

Does anyone know when the driving impressions embargo is lifted on the 2023 GMC Canyons?

Very good redo of these midsizers.but one option which would really sway me is a 6’ bed. The Frontier and Tacoma still offer them and that gives me a much easier time loading kayaks right into the bed without having to use an overhead rack. I see plenty of Tacomas especially driving around with the 6’ bed so there must be a decent market for it.

Could there be a truck queen or camping queen channel coming soon??? Lol! Im really liking the design of the new colorado, the only thing i dislike is the fact that theres only 1 engine with different power outputs. Does it really need more than 1 engine tho, no it doesnt. The trail boss power output is very nice though and even the step down with 390ft lbs is solid. Overall i think they did a great job on designing this to be an eye catcher and hopefully its a reliable powerplant. Check out tfl, they have a detailed video on the 2.7, and i do mean detailed with the engineer walking Andrey and us through everything

Took you a LONG time to introduce your Mom. Very nice though. Appreciated it! Hi Mom!!!!

Just ordered our 2023 Colorado Trailboss today! Will likely be 3-5 months before I actually see it.

I really dig the styling of the WT. Here’s hoping dealership markup’s won’t exist.

Looks good to me love this channel

Good review ! Thanks men. And "hi Steven's Mom !"

Speaking of cost savings. The sticker isn't needed foe towing. They don't list VIN specific towing because you get 1 of 3 ratings regardless of options. 3500, 6000, 7700.

Fun fact: GM parts is offering the H/O specs through a OBD program update for the mid 310hp engines.

The people that don't use the auto function on their headlights, or at least don't realize they don't have auto, are the ones you see driving at night without their headlights on....so fully automating the headlights is a good call.

So Truck King awesome!

I LOOOOOOVE it ! It's a BAD ASS Truck ! I want one !

What does the 4 cyl. do different for the money? Besides paying more and getting less. Or are we really getting more in the mid size

Gen3 has best looking style, and I’m a gen2 owner and love it’s style.

Nice review again guys , hahaha hello mom , that was nice to introduce your mom , it is kind of weird not having the knob for the lights , but as you said , most cars today , it set it and forget it , i guess they still have the high beams control on the turn signal stock , flash to pass or push to put on the high beams , I have the 21 V6 , i like the sound from the engine , even though its a 6 , how does the 2.7 sound from inside the cab , the 6 still gives you a sort of truck feel

Would really like to see you guys have a discussion on these small and mid size trucks about reliability. Throw the entry level trucks in as well as the top models of the Maverick, Ranger, Colorado, Santa Cruz, and Tacoma and see where the dust settles.

Did a Elmer fit in the back seat???

Oh boy, I still use the headlight knob on my 2014 F150, old school I guess..

Haven't heard the reason why they lengthened the wheelbase. I suspect it has something to do with crash tests. The last model was a little weak on offset crashes, so since they needed to beef up the frame anyway and moving the wheel forward helps prevent cab intrusion they made the change. They advertise it as better approach angle, but like you said it gives worse break-over and also you didn't mention, but the turning circle is probably bigger.

i could see getting rid of auto light knob in some cars and suv's. but in a work truck a lot of people may have lights on at jobsites when trucks off or leave parking lights on with out headlights when performing roadside work / unloading to save on battery. gimme me knob

I really like this truck. I probably prefer the ZR71. So afterwards, I then would changeout tires and rims to a more aggressive AT rugged setup, including a 2” lift.

Looks way better than the older ones

Is this truck big enough for 4 guys over 6’? Seems like it might be a little tight and therefore why not just get a 1/2 ton?

Crazy what tunning can do to an engine.