Chevrolet Colorado 2015–2022 car dimensions: 5403 mm long, 1887 mm wide and 1796 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,819 kg. Braked towing is 3,493 kg.
The cabin stays quiet with triple-sealed doors and thick glass. Higher trims get an 8-inch touchscreen MyLink system that later includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard or available. Manual single-zone climate control is base equipment while automatic climate control comes on upper grades. Cruise control starts as optional on work truck models and becomes standard higher up. A rear vision camera is fitted across the range. Forward collision alert and lane departure warning arrive as part of safety packages on LT and Z71. Rear park assist and blind-spot monitoring become available on select later trims.
Short-box beds hold 41.3 cubic feet while long-box beds hold 49.9 cubic feet. The roll-formed steel box includes standard two-tier loading and multiple tie-down points.
Maximum braked towing reaches 3493 kg with the available Duramax diesel and trailering package. the V6 is rated to 3175 kg when similarly equipped. Payload peaks near 717 kg depending on cab, bed and drivetrain. The trailering package adds a hitch, 7-pin connector, trailer brake controller and heavy-duty cooling.
Z71 and ZR2 models carry reinforced off-road suspensions with locking differentials and skid plates that suit both job-site hauling and trail use.
The cabin feels quiet for a midsize pickup thanks to thick windshield and side glass plus triple-sealed doors that cut wind noise. Front seats are contoured cloth or available leather-appointed with good leg room and support. Higher grades add 6-way power driver seats with lumbar, heated fronts, and a heated steering wheel. Rear space works for Crew Cab with folding bench and underseat storage. Extended Cab is tighter. Controls are straightforward with available 8-inch touchscreen.
EPA fuel economy up to 20 city/27 highway for 2.5L automatic 2WD. V6 around 18/26 2WD. diesel available later up to 20/30 highway.
Oil and filter change guided by oil life monitor, typically every 7,500 miles or at least once a year. tire rotation at same interval.
NHTSA overall 4 stars (5 side, 4 frontal, 3 rollover). IIHS Good in moderate overlap and other tested areas for Crew Cab.
Standard safety includes six airbags, StabiliTrak with traction control and hill start assist, 4-wheel ABS disc brakes, rearview camera.
Available forward collision warning and lane departure warning on some packages.
Fuel use stays competitive in the midsize class. The base 2.5L four-cylinder with automatic returns EPA estimates of 20 mpg city and 27 highway in 2WD form. The 3.6L V6 sits near 18/26 2WD or 17/24 4WD. Later years added a Duramax diesel that can reach 30 mpg highway in the right setup. Real-world numbers often land a bit lower with loads or 4WD use.
Servicing follows the oil life system. Expect oil and filter service around every 7,500 miles along with tire rotation. Cabin air filter replacement comes every couple of years or 22,500 miles. Spark plugs last to about 97,500 miles. The schedule includes checks for fluids, brakes, and belts at regular stops. Many early years carried a free maintenance period for the first couple of services.
Safety kit starts with six airbags, electronic stability control, traction control, ABS, and a standard rearview camera. NHTSA rates the truck four stars overall. IIHS gives Good marks in key crash tests for Crew Cab versions. Higher packages add forward collision alert and lane departure warning. The high-strength steel frame and structure help in impacts.
Living with the Colorado means straightforward upkeep and solid capability for a midsize truck. Keep up with the oil life monitor and rotations to protect the powertrain. The quiet cabin and available power/heated seats make daily drives easy. Standard corrosion coverage runs long. Watch for common wear items like brakes and, on some early trucks, steering components.
Length 5403 mm, Width 1887 mm, Height 1796 mm, Wheelbase 3259 mm (Colorado 2015–2022)
Sources: manufacturer data, 2015 Chevrolet Colorado Vehicle Order Guide , Crew Cab Short Box, 2015 Chevrolet Colorado specifications, 2015 Chevrolet brochure: six standard airbags.