2020 Chevrolet Colorado Overview
The Chevy Colorado runs the gamut, with options that let it range from a practical workhorse to a bona-fine show pony. Here’s a look at how you can customize this versatile mid-size truck.
The Colorado is available at five trim levels: Base, Work Truck, LT, Z71, and ZR2.
What’s new
For the 2020 model year, the Chevy Colorado gained some functional new features. Every trim now comes standard with the handy Tire Fill Alert function, and the LT model now comes standard with an EZ-lift tailgate. You can also opt for the remote-locking tailgate for a little extra security and convenience.
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Exterior
Every facet of the 2020 Colorado is designed for functionality. Its CornerStep bumper and corner hand grips makes it easy to climb into the truck bed, while its many cargo tie downs help you secure your gear so it doesn’t rattle around the 49.9-cubic-foot storage area.
Plus, you can customize your Colorado by choosing from 10 available colors: Kinetic Blue Metallic, Pacific Blue Metallic, Red Hot, Cajun Red Tintcoat, Crush, Summit White, Black, Shadow Gray Metallic, Silver Ice Metallic, Satin Steel Metallic
Exterior photos
Interior
The Colorado comes standard with a practical, easy-to-clean interior. However, you can transform it into a luxurious, high-tech adventure machine with it many available features. Jazz up the cabin with heated leather front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a Bose premium sound system for a clear, lifelike listening experience. In terms of technology, you can upgrade to the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 System, complete with Apple CarPlayand Android Auto smartphone capabilities. Turn your truck into a mobile workstation with a speedy 4G LTE Wi-Fi connection and keep your devices powered with a wireless charging station.
Interior photos
Powertrain and efficiency
Choose from three tough powertrains on the Chevy Colorado. It boasts a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 200 horsepower, 191 lb-ft of torque and a 3,500-pound towing capacity. For a little more punch, go with the 3.6-liter V6, which offers best-in-class 308 horsepower alongside 275 lb-ft of torque and up to 7,000-pounds towing capability. If you’re in the market for efficiency, choose the 2.8-liter Turbo-Diesel engine, which earns a cool 20 mpg in the city and 30 on the highway, while delivering 369 lb-ft of torque and a 7,700-pound towing capacity.
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Safety
When we say the Colorado is tough, we’re not just talking about its towing capabilities. It’s built from high-strength steel, complete with a durable safety cage and Stabilitrak technology to minimize the chance of a rollover. For even less stress on the road, opt for its driver-assist technologies, like Forward Collision Alert, Rear Park Assist, and Lane Departure Warning.
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