I just hope that GM starts thinking about more quality in theses vehicles, well any of their vehicles abd stop with their planed obsilessance and stop having these bright ideas about stuff like EFM that do nothing but take a good engine and make it more of a reliability problem, Oh and up the quality of their transmission's too.
Nice! They finally moved the rear shocks out towards the tires now. I really like this truck and it comes with 33's. Job well done on this new Colorado.
I think the midsize segment would sell so well with 33s and a minor lift. I am a 22 Frontier owner, and with a 4" lift and 33s i put on its so much better than the stock. Putting it on out of the gate should definitely lure a lot of folks.
Tacoma owner here, no plans to change to GM, but they did really well with this truck overall. Glad they fixed the shock mount location, it was horrible on the last truck. Love that little tailgate storage, every truck should utilize that!
@@jaredharbaugh8419 I love mine. 2018 TRD off road, have some content related to it on my RU-vid channel. It’s not a perfect package, but none of them are. I’m in Colorado at elevation and have no problems with the power for my use.
@@cessealbeach engine has been great with no issues in previous models being used, transmission issue have been fixed also.... transmission 8speeds were junk but now are proven.
If you go to Chevy they have a great video of the trucks driving and you see all 5 models, WT, LT, Z71, Trail Boss, ZR2. The Vice President of Chevrolet speaks as well as engineers and they also cover all this. That’s why they can release this now. I really think Andrey was immersed and excited about this truck as he almost seemed either nervous or unable to contain his excitement. I liked the previous Colorado, but currently they are the ones to beat from Z71 level and up, definitely and I really like even the WT! Be proud owning any of them, but the ZR2 is the best looking compact to midsize truck,,,,, ever,,,, in my books. I’m one very critical SOB, so for me,, that says a lot. Well done Andrey and videographer!!! You are two very lucky people!!! I’m jealous,,,, hahaha.
Those interior colors look so much better than the strange white and red we've seen in the other new ZR2s! Very clean, and I'm really excited to get one of these trucks!
Been waiting for this, thanks for your efforts TFL team. Great work Andre per usual Couple more questions, does the rear seat fold up like in the Silverado and if so is it 60/40 or not? Also how flat is the rear load floor in the second row? I saw a small hump but things always look slightly different on camera. Also are LEDs going to be available to option on any of the lower trims, or do you have to step up to the Z71 and ZR2 to get those? Glad to see the availability of rear air vents, adaptive cruise, and a sunroof.
I love the new interior. Were finally seeing these midsize trucks get some love. I can’t wait to see how it compares to the new 2023 ranger. Just waiting for the Tacoma to have a new interior.
yea the 2024 tacoma (if thats the redesign year) will be the one to own in the midsize class. too many question marks on chevy reliability for me to get this one
@@lycheeznuts You realize the Tacoma is living off its name at this point and hasn't been any good in years right? Tons of issues, the 2019 was rated a clunker it was so bad. Terrible transmission that won't shift, leaking brake cylinders, rusted frames. Not to mention by far the most uncomfortable midsize truck to sit in with a very crappy, plastic interior.
Love the simple multi-position tailgate that allows sliding 4x8 sheets into the bed. But if you look @10:44 the front of the bed will not allow those sheets to slide all the way to the back of the cab wall. Just seems like things would be more secure if you could slide them all the way into the bed. If I ever go back to a truck again it most likely would be a midsize now that they are so big.
I noticed that too and was rather disappointed. Not sure why they made the sides bulge like that there, but it certainly steals 8-10 inches away which is kind of a big deal in this size of bed.
They need to bring back a bigger size bed option. I'm sorry, but 5'2" is just too short, I don't care if you drop the tailgate, it's one of my pet peeves with my half ton crew cab. I have a full 6.5 bed, but have had 8' beds in regular cab and extended cabs in the past, and boy do I miss a full size bed at times. Only option I have now is a 3/4 ton or bigger to get this configuration. I want the best of both worlds, love the crew cab, but don't want to spend the extra $$ for 1.5 ft. Not to mention less mpg for a 3/4 ton vs a half ton.
As a proud owner of a 2019 Z71 this new 2023 looks amazing, and it's great that TFL gave us the first look at it. I love the refined interior, however my only concern is that now it seems less 'off-roady capable', like where can you put Ram mounts, after market light/power switches etc. Would have been great to have OEM tracks for that stuff like in other newer off-road vehicles.
Gonna wait until the new Taco and Ranger come out, but super excited that this segment is getting so good. Half-tons have just gotten too damn big and expensive.
Andre is the man!.. more in sight when he does reviews..better than Tommy and Roman. 😴😴😴.. Nathan always makes reviews exciting as well..always enjoy the Nathan maneuver..
The last time I used a headlight switch was for a 1987 Acura Integra. After that my early 90s Grand Am had automatic headlights. And I’ve never touched a headlight switch since then. It’s about time Auto manufacturers blow that switch away and make them 100% automatic. And solve the problem of those idiots driving around at night with no headlights or tail lights
@@jimb2473 yeah, I get it, but there are times when I hit sudden weather conditions while you are driving, like fog, heavy rain, smoke from a wildfire, where you want other vehicles to see you and not have to wait for automatic lights to kick on. I experienced this many times. Under normal circumstances, I get it.
@@jimb2473 Except some of those idiots driving without headlights are doing so because the autos don’t turn on reliability. I want an option to turn them on when I need them. Also should be checking them regularly to make sure they have burned out.
Looking really good. Would have been neat if they had used the 3.0 duramax as an engine option here, but it makes more sense to do what they did honestly.
Just considering the torque and power in the 2.7 and the cost of diesel, I think it'll outperform the diesel by a good margin. A new diesel would be great but I have my doubts that they'll make one, sadly.
Haven't bought a new Chevy since '04. Bought 2 RAMs instead. Not gonna lie, I want this in a ZR2 or Trail Boss version. Love this midsized truck! Can't wait to see the Canyon ATX4 as well.
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I like how it looks and that they didn’t go with the “fist into the wind” front end. One of the things that would keep me from considering this truck to replace my Toyota is the short bed length. Hopefully a longer bed will become available. It would be nice if they would make the tailgate cubby lockable and move the jack, jack handle and anything else that is usually stored under the seats to the tailgate cubby. I’d put my ball hitch and tie downs in there also and then I’d have a lot more under seat storage that is out of sight. I also wish that they hadn’t dropped the diesel option.
Completely agreed! The manufacturers' attitude to this is 180° backasswards: people who want the hardcore offroad version are some of the least likely to want extra backseat space (or even a backseat at all). If I buy a ZR2, that's a weekend toy that I might occasionally use for regular pick-up stuff (getting cement/mulch/wood/whatever from Home Depot, etc.), it's *not* something I'm going to buy if I need a truck that can comfortably fit my whole family of 3 or 5 or whatever I would've spawned - if this is you, you buy a half-ton with four doors, you don't buy a mid-size truck with the super-duper offroad package. Friends? My friends are driving their own vehicles to whatever weekend warrior crap we're off to do in such vehicles. In something like a ZR2, I want a regular cab with a bit of storage space behind the front seat, NO REAR SEATS, and the most bed space possible.
@@LanguagesWithAndrew You are the minority. These are used as daily drivers much more than pure off road machines. And if they are used off road, it is much more overlanding/camping than crawling/desert running, and overlanding/camping often requires having a good amount of interior volume. The manufacturers know their audiences and what will make them the most money.
@@LanguagesWithAndrew I disagree. Unless you're just loaded with money, a $40K truck isn't gonna be just a weekend toy. It's going to be the everything vehicle, and most hardcore off-roaders are probably gonna want the extra interior space. Likely going on weekend-week long trips to various places and trails that could days to complete. Most people just wanting a toy for a Saturday mud bogging are just gonna by a beater. Or just buy something else like a buggy or dirt bike. I feel like most people that would want a single cab and a long bed are people that actually use their truck purely as a work vehicle.
Awsome features , I come from a long history of Gm UAW plant employees and Chevrolet owners love these features well done last but least I now joined at my UAW plant the GM line I build the instrument panel knowing as the dash upper and lower we ship to Waynesville plant for the Colorado and GMC Canyon ! Viewing these vidoes on these trucks is a inspiration! Awesome job by everyone involved ! Awesome trucks thanks GM
2nd gen Tacoma owner here (with TRD Supercharger). This looks to be a great pickup. Not sold on the turbo inline-4 move (would have liked to see the baby Duramax survive), but the power and torque numbers can't be argued for normal use. Outboard shocks are a welcome move, but disappointed GM insists on keeping leaf springs when the competitors are all coils and links now. Interior looks like a great upgrade. Only other desire is manual gear select, either by console or paddles. The way it is set up, the driver will just have to trust the tow/haul mode in hilly driving. A sport mode for enthusiastic backroad driving would be nice, but sometimes tow/haul can do that ok. Maybe Baja mode will do as long as it doesn't lock the diffs up.
@@auxillianwarghost5123 I guess to each their own on those issues. I personally prefer crew cab short bed setups for the utility and the off-road friendly angles. But I'm just one person. Interior looked like a huge upgrade from the old.
Really impressive with how the Colorado has evolved. I was the owner of a first generation Colorado with the 5 cylinder engine. I had it for over 10 years. I now own a Gladiator.
I love it! It's the only vehicle I would consider trading my 2018 ZR2 for. It looks like they have made the truck I wish mine was. Power slider? If so, it's perfect.......now comes the price😒
The price is what would keep me from trading my 2019 ZR2 in. I can’t even begin to consider trading in a paid off vehicle with under 36k miles on it for a new truck. What I’m really envious of here is the new interior.
Lots of good competitive upgrades. It seems almost perfect for what it is. Andre, when you slammed the hood it sounded pretty shaky. Thanks for the non-engine sound, non-driving review (that’s a shot at GM, not you). I hope GM is reading the comments because I have a few: 1) if you’re going to add new chimes, maybe you could give us a couple of switchable options because the chime on this preproduction model is far from truck-like (if I want a feminine chime I’ll buy a Ford lol), 2) fire the designers who think gloss black interior bits and gloss black on a bumper is a good idea for a rough-and-tumble off road truck. Give your head(s) a shake!
As someone who's in the paint protection film business, I'm a HUGE fan of all the gloss black pieces these companies are putting on cars these days! Keep it coming lol! But yeah, insane move to put that on an off road truck
Really wish all these manufacturers would offer their upper tier off road trims with longer beds. Some of us want all those goodies but need a longer box!!
It’s very interesting! I love the design, and higher payload is a big deal to me. 6 ft bed and 1400lbs would be perfect if they can ever pull that off.
You can go with the Z71 or trail Boss. They both have good off road capabilities (trail boss more than the Z71) ans they have higher payload and towing capacity than the ZR2. Plus they both can come with a 5 of 6 foot bed.
Love the fact that pick up trucks are starting to be produced, factory ready, with off-road capabilities. It’s the overland alternative to more strict off road vehicles. Hope they keep reasonable pricing options.
Night and day from my 2019. I wanted to get this but couldn’t wait. Ended up getting something different. Looks amazing! Waaaayyyy better all around. It’s everything I wanted in my 19 to have.
Looks beautiful... Wish they made a SUV out of it... Also, a naturally aspirated V6. I don't trust small engines and turbos yet... Sorry old school people know that lower RPMs last longer and turbos go out at 80k.
Ok as far as the tailgate at half mast, I’ve been doing that to my 2029 Colorado Crew Cab I have now, but also in my last one, a 2016 Ext Cab. By looping the cables over the latch posts on the sides of the bed near the taillights. That also end up at the same level as the wheel wells, that allow a couple 2x4’s to lay across the bed, sitting in molded indents so you can load 4x8 sheets, nice and flat. As I have more than a few times. Once I had 24, 4x8, 5/8” sheets of drywall!
I love the redesigned exterior and interior. But dropping the CC LB , higher fuel efficiency diesel engine, and not using the 10spd completely turn me off of this truck. This new one is heavier than before and there is no way the turbo 2.7 will match or even get in the ballpark of the diesel's fuel efficiency. And making us pay extra for the mid-tier models to get more horsepower and torque (but not that max) is kind of wack. Sticking with my 16' duramax Canyon. Maybe 4th gen will get the 3.0 i6 duramax.
That diesel didn't get that great of mileage. The 3.0 in a bigger and heavier half ton gets plenty better mpg. The 2.8 also has a terrible torque curve. Peak torque at 2000 rpms with little to nothing before then and drops off very quickly. This 2.7 will run circles around it and get close to the same mileage.
@@prestondeters5093 I get 39.3 MPG on the highway, 27 MPG in the city. Guaranteed that 2.7 won’t come close to that. And the torque curve of the diesel is right in the driving speed - the torque isn’t needed anywhere else. The 2.7 will probably be a decent engine but for towing it won’t - it will be screaming near redline - diesels always tow better. Again, not slamming the redesign, I like it, but the 2.8 is a beast for towing in this little truck.
@@Encourageable I highly doubt you're getting that kind of mileage. The 2.7 will not be screaming either. It has almost more torque, earlier in the rpm range than the diesel.
I will be in the market for a new truck in 2023 and the Colorado has my attention, lots of customer focused improvements! If the second generation 8 speed is reliable I will give this serious consideration. Thanks Andre for another great review and for sharing your insights!
Great looking truck! But I'll stick to my 2022 Frontier Pro 4X in army green metallic. I know the ZR2 and Pro 4X aren't fully comparable in off-road capability, but in my eyes the more understated redesign of the Nissan looks better. Not to mention that with nearly 20000km there have been no serious issues and I can get the fuel consumption of the NA 3.8L V6 below 10L/100km easily. Nice to see chevrolet modernizing in an ever popular segment.
In 2006 my dad was able to get his bare bones base model 2007 Toyota Tacoma for $13,000. There aren’t any inexpensive, basic work trucks available anymore. Yeah there’s the ford maverick but I wouldn’t say that’s a real truck. Bed is too tiny for people using their truck for work.
$13k is the equivalent of $20k today with inflation, so yeah the Maverick is your only option at that price point. But wages have also increased. It's not uncommon to see tradesmen and other 'blue collar' workers (for lack of better terms) making $75k+
@@jakes5530 that is true. In your opinion, if they still made that same spec Tacoma today (regular cab, 4 cylinder, 2wd, 5 speed manual etc.) and sold it for the same price as the base maverick, what would be the better deal?
@@RJIVHALO i think even the base maverick offers a lot more for the money in terms of tech, interior, and mpg. However, I totally understand what youre saying about the 4 ft bed being nearly useless for real work. Can always look at a few year old truck, can find long bed frontiers and colorados for under $20k with lower miles. I just looked online and found a ‘19 frontier long bed rwd manual with 29,000 miles listed for $19,500 in Virginia. Sucks you cant get a new truck for that price but…
I’m guessing the tailgate storage won’t open if the tailgate is locked in the closed position? And what’s with all the piano black plastic in a off-road vehicle?
@@breckfreeride meh I’ve seen 4Runners that weren’t as reliable as Toyota fanboys would have people believe. But if people want to continue paying a premium for outdated tech, gutless engines, crappy fuel economy, and uncomfortable interiors it’s their money.
@@4477superman I didn't make a fanboi comment... I think that all cars are overpriced. And yes, the comment was more against the Colorado and the previous gen reliability issues than a pro yoda comment.
Great review. One of the only to actually look at the mechanical, suspension, shock placement, you know, the stuff that matters. Great coverage of the rest and good camera work.
Rumors are their brining back the GMC Jimmy as basically just that. Tbh I would just buy the current gen 4R, that's one of the most reliable powertrains you can get.
Does it still have that hole in the frame right before the rear wheels? So that your frame is guaranteed to bend when actually doing offroad adventuring?
Yes, horrible. I’m guessing they want you to set and forget as auto, but almost anything you have to access in the screen while driving is a bad idea IMO
For the first time in a long time I was really considering a Chevy truck but this could be a deal breaker with no manual switch. I would say at least offer it as an option.
Who the hell turns on and off head lights? My last 3 vehicles have had auto lights and I can't think of more than 5 times I manually turned them on or off...
Good looking truck for sure. I had a 2016 Colorado and kept it until 2021. Glad to see them finally updating it not only design wise, but interior wise with updated electronics.
Yes, more problems to worry about in the long run. Plus you gotta run premium gas. Not to mention if you’re towing over along period of time up and down mountains like in Northern Pennsylvania where I live it’s gonna smoke that little 4 cylinder. I don’t care how much they say you can tow!
@@jessepoorman2621 I have a Ranger and you can run 87, they recommend running premium when towing. You will get better performance running premium in a turbo and mine us tuned and I run premium all the time but it's not required on the stock tune.
I love it. I am a current 2020 Colorado zr2 bison owner and I really like my truck. So happy GM changed the interior design and materials. Truck looks great definitely will purchase when available. Thanks Andre and TFL great work as usual.
I'm sure these Colorado ZR2 Desert Boss trucks will have no trouble tackling the terrain in either the Starbucks or Costco parking lots where, of course, most of them will stretch their legs. Super cool.
Why hasn’t GM solved the halogen light mystery yet? Having turn signals non led is kinda sad considering this new truck will probably cost an insane amount. Rest of the truck is an absolute home run!
Seems to be a few manufacturers that are doing this. The new mid tier F150s are the same too. Even my wifes 22 Outback came with fancy leds with the exception of the turn signals and reverse lightss. Worse yet, leds in the front and rear passenger areas, halogen in the hatch 🤦♂️
No hood struts? What in the Toyota Tacoma is that? Will be interested in seeing how robust the powertrain proves to be long-term (and how much of a pain in the ass it is to service) but I like lots of what they've done here. Tire's up parallel to the bed now, shocks aren't poking down, nice to see they retained some physical buttons for certain must-haves- and I'd love to find out if they offer the bull bar as a separate accessory that I could have someone fabricate onto my Canyon. I''l take a look at the Z71 when my lease is up, but I'm pretty sure I'm keeping what I have.
Another excellent review, thank you. My local Chevy dealer said I can place an order for my ZR2 in November. I was on the fence between Colorado & Taco. With this reveal, no more fence.
I'm in love with this truck. I really didn't think I'd ever buy another GM vehicle but they changed my mind with this one. I'll wait for 2024 but I'm sold
I flat tow my Colorado behind my motor home so I need to disengage the transfer case...on my 16 I have to turn the 4x4 knob all the way to the right for like 10 sec which I hate!!! Is it the same on the new truck or I’m hoping it’s push button for that...do u have any idea on that
Looks like it will be an awesome truck, what is with the gloss black in the center console though? Haven't they learned no one likes that crap? Also, head lights in the center touch screen? That just seems stupid
I almost left the video when he said the headlight controls are through the touchscreen. What an asinine decision to have heated seats and hvac buttons but put headlights into a touchscreen.
Buy some Vinyl Dark Grey Textured Leather Wrap, Mossy Oak Cammo Wrap or Desert Cammo Wrap and put it on the centre console! Problem solved AND it's tough as nails in terms of weathering and finger touches! V
I love the camouflage around the vents and I wish it came with fog lights and I wish it had red stitching on the ZR2 instead of yellow or at least offer and option. I want to buy one asap as soon as they come out.
Everyday people questions: price and mpg? I know we are waiting on these. Can the back seat fit car seats? Mid sized trucks are typically referred to as “lifestyle vehicles “ for you TFL reviewers who go for full sized; would you be ok with owning this as your only vehicle/truck?
I had a 2016 Canyon. Absolutely loved that truck.... When it was just my wife and I. We had a kid and car seats barely fit. My wife would have to sit behind me, and the front passenger seat would have to be pushed all the way forward. I would not recommend any midsize truck for someone who needs to use a rear facing car seat.
I have a 2021 canyon at4 with 2 carseat behind with 2 YO and 4 YO kids, me and my wife are 5'10 and 5'7 so we can go closer with the dash without having problems. We have big carseat for the kids and they are comfortable even at the max position. So if you're not too tall it's realt not a problem🤘
Two points: 1) the 2.7T in the 2WD Silverado is rated at 20 C/23 H/21 combined MPG by the EPA. That's with a heavier truck overall. And TFL has done mileage tests with the 2.7 Silverado, including getting 20 mpg climbing a Colorado mountain and 24.2 mpg highway (in a comparison with a Ram). 2) if a 6'3" Andrey can fit in the back seat reasonably (and not feel like he's sitting too upright), then the back will likely do fine with car seats.
My 18 ZR2 V6 on 33s gets 13mpg city and 15-16 on highway trips. Hope the new powerplant is a lot better. I think the new one is also geared slightly more aggressive which should help.
I’m seriously considering downsizing to this next year when the lease is up on my ‘22 Silverado. Big enough for most needs and much more efficient. Looks like a win, win.
The Ranger Raptor will sport about 80 more HP and have the Fox Live Valve system on coils. If you’re gonna wait for an off-road capable mid-size truck, wait for that.
@@mjareacts2731 I love GM platforms but I have lost a little love over the years for the bailout as well. Still the same poor designs for mostly all the vehicles now, other than the vette. Everything is just over priced for stuff we don’t even want on our vehicles
@@TFLtruck Is that the standard GM 3.6L V6 naturally aspirated? If so that's impossible. EDIT: Ohh, it's the 2.7L turbo. That would have been helpful to mention.
@@TFLtruck dang!!! That’s going to be really nice to have that torque with bigger tires! Hopefully Toyota follows suit in their next generation Tacoma.
Well this engine is from the much heavier silverado and has great longevity. But no matter the brand high output turbocharged engines tend to be stressed and require service compared to NA gas engines or turbo diesels .
@@Loochh great longevity? Honestly the engine hasnt even been out for 4 years yet in H.O. form in a truck. Also the new Colorados are over 5,000lbs with the ZR2 coming in at a whopping 5298lbs. Hardly a light weight. For comparison my 2009 GMC Canyon 4x4 Z71 with a 5.3L V8 weighs just 4400lbs.
I'm "Shocked" GM actually moved the DSSV's to a much much better location. It only took them forever. They actually listened to there customers on atleased 1 thing. Now if the underwhelming ZR2 silverado would have had the massive upgrade the Colorado did. It would have been a lot more exciting. Oh. And the same size tires on a midsized that there "Flahship" silverado has LOL... What a joke.
OK a few questions is that lane centering or a lane keep that bounces you line to line, does it offer adaptive cruise control which seems to be standard on the Japanese manufacturers now. And last question does it have the telescoping steering column or is it fixed?
