2026 Chevrolet Colorado

Truck 5 seats 7 trims Mid-Range Trucks ($30k-$50k)

Starting MSRP

$32,400

to $50,500

About the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado arrives ready to tackle the everyday haul and weekend adventures with serious capability baked into its robust design. Under the hood, the potent 2.7L 4-cylinder Turbo engine churns out a formidable 310 horsepower and a stout 430 lb-ft of torque, ensuring immediate response when merging or climbing. This power is managed by an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, mated to the standard rear-wheel drive setup, offering an engaging connection to the road. With a solid footprint measuring 213.0 inches long and 74.9 inches wide, the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado balances maneuverability with confident presence, providing excellent capability across its seven available trims, peaking at a maximum price point of $50,500.

Key Highlights

Torque Dominance

The standard 2.7L engine delivers a massive 430 lb-ft of torque, providing exceptional pulling power right off the line for truck duties.

Balanced Efficiency

Achieving a 20 MPG combined rating, the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado blends substantial power output with respectable fuel economy for a truck of this size.

Spacious Front Seating

Occupants up front benefit from generous space, boasting 45.2 inches of front legroom, ensuring comfort on long journeys.

Seven Trim Levels

With seven distinct trims available, ranging from the base Work Truck to higher-spec variants, buyers can precisely tailor their 2026 Chevrolet Colorado to specific needs.

Best For

Enthusiasts Seeking Power - Those who prioritize responsive performance will appreciate the 310 hp engine providing ample zest for dynamic driving.
Utility-Focused Buyers - With a starting price of just $32,400, the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado offers exceptional capability at a competitive entry point.
Crew Cab Drivers - The 5-passenger seating configuration is supported by 34.7 inches of rear legroom, making the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado functional for hauling both gear and passengers.

Available Trims

Trim MSRP Drivetrain Horsepower MPG
LT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$39,300 four wheel drive 310 hp 19 mpg
LT 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$36,000 rear wheel drive 310 hp 20 mpg
Trail Boss 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$40,400 four wheel drive 310 hp 19 mpg
Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$35,700 four wheel drive 310 hp 19 mpg
Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$32,400 rear wheel drive 310 hp 20 mpg
Z71 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$44,400 four wheel drive 310 hp 18 mpg
ZR2 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$50,500 four wheel drive 310 hp 17 mpg
Specifications comparison table for 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, 2026 Chevrolet Colorado, 2026 Chevrolet Colorado. Data includes dimensions, performance, fuel economy, and interior specifications. Green highlighting indicates best values, red indicates worst values.

Specifications Comparison

Click column headers to sort • Green = Best • Red = Worst

Comparing 7 vehicles • Drag columns to reorder • Click and drag to select multiple cells

Features Comparison

Feature
LT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
LT 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Trail Boss 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Z71 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
ZR2 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
FeatureLT 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)LT 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)Trail Boss 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)Work Truck 4dr Crew Cab SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)Z71 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)ZR2 4dr Crew Cab 4WD SB (2.7L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
Safety (31 features)
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel
Automatic Headlights
Blind Spot Monitor
Daytime Running Lights
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
Engine Immobilizer
Front Cross Traffic Alert
Front Fog Lights
Front Head Airbags
Front Headrests2222222
Front Integrated Headrests
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
Headlight Delay-Off
LATCH System
LED Headlights
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Rear Head Airbags
Rear Headrests2222222
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Rear Solid Disc Brakes
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Traction Control System
Engine (10 features)
Base Engine Displacement2.7 L2.7 L2.7 L2.7 L2.7 L2.7 L2.7 L
Base Engine Typegasgasgasgasgasgasgas
Camshaft TypeDouble overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Cylinder Deactivation
Fuel Injection Type
Horsepower310 hp @ 5600 rpm310 hp @ 5600 rpm310 hp @ 5600 rpm310 hp @ 5600 rpm310 hp @ 5600 rpm310 hp @ 5600 rpm310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Number of Cylindersinline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4
Number of Valves16161616161616
Torque430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm430 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
Variable Valve TimingVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariableVariable
Drive Train (9 features)
4WD System TypeOn DemandOn DemandPart TimeOn DemandOn Demand
Drivetrain Typefour wheel driverear wheel drivefour wheel drivefour wheel driverear wheel drivefour wheel drivefour wheel drive
Hill Descent Control
Locking HubsAutomaticAutomaticAutomaticAutomaticAutomatic
Rear Differential TypeLockingLocking
Transfer Case GearingElectronic Single-SpeedElectronic Hi-LoElectronic Single-SpeedElectronic Hi-LoElectronic Hi-Lo
Transmission Type8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
[object Object]
[object Object]
Fuel (5 features)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)363.8/449.4 mi.406.6/492.2 mi.363.8/449.4 mi.363.8/449.4 mi.406.6/492.2 mi.363.8/428.0 mi.363.8/363.8 mi.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)17/21 MPG19/23 MPG17/21 MPG17/21 MPG19/23 MPG17/20 MPG17/17 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)19 MPG20 MPG19 MPG19 MPG20 MPG18 MPG17 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity21.4 gal.21.4 gal.21.4 gal.21.4 gal.21.4 gal.21.4 gal.21.4 gal.
Fuel Typeregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleaded
Warranty (5 features)
Basic Warranty3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.1 yr./ unlimited mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Roadside Assistance5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Comfort & Convenience (22 features)
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Cruise Control
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Climate Control
Electric Power Steering
Front Cupholders
Front Door Pockets
Front Seatback Storage
Leatherette Steering Wheel
Push Button Start
Rear Cupholders
Rear Door Pockets
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Rear View Camera
Single Zone Climate Control
Sun Sensor
Tilt Steering Wheel
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Wireless Charging Pad
In Car Entertainment (10 features)
AM/FM Stereo
Android Auto (Wireless)
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
Infotainment Display11.3 in11.3 in11.3 in11.3 in11.3 in11.3 in11.3 in
Satellite Radio
Satellite Radio Trial Period3 months3 months3 months3 months3 months3 months3 months
Speaker System6666666
Speed Sensitive Volume Control
USB Port
USB Port with External Media Control
Power Feature (4 features)
Heated Mirrors
Keyless Entry
One-Touch Power Windows4444444
Remote Keyless Entry
Frontseats (19 features)
Driver Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-level
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Driver Seat Lumbar SupportPowerPowerPowerPower
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments6-way6-way6-way
Driver Seat Memory Settings2
Driver Seat Power Adjustments8-way8-way8-way8-way
Driver Seat Ventilation
Front Head Room40.3 in.40.3 in.40.3 in.40.3 in.40.3 in.40.3 in.40.3 in.
Front Hip Room54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.
Front Leg Room45.2 in.45.2 in.45.2 in.45.2 in.45.2 in.45.2 in.45.2 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Shoulder Room57.4 in.57.4 in.57.4 in.57.4 in.57.4 in.57.4 in.57.4 in.
Passenger Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-levelMulti-level
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments4-way4-way4-way4-way4-way4-way4-way
Passenger Seat Ventilation
Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Material: Leather
Seat Material: Leatherette
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth
Rearseats (5 features)
Rear Head Room38.3 in.38.3 in.38.3 in.38.3 in.38.3 in.38.3 in.38.3 in.
Rear Hip Room53.1 in.53.1 in.53.1 in.53.1 in.53.1 in.53.1 in.53.1 in.
Rear Leg Room34.7 in.34.7 in.34.7 in.34.7 in.34.7 in.34.7 in.34.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room56.1 in.56.1 in.56.1 in.56.1 in.56.1 in.56.1 in.56.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Tires and Wheels (6 features)
Spare Tire LocationUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody MountedUnderbody Mounted
Spare Tire TypeFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Non-MatchingFull Size Matching
Tire Size255/65R17255/65R17265/65R18255/65R17255/65R17265/65R18LT285/70R17
Tire TypeAll SeasonAll SeasonAll TerrainAll SeasonAll SeasonAll TerrainAll Terrain
Wheel FinishPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted Alloy
Wheel Size17 x 8.0 in.17 x 8.0 in.18 x 8.5 in17 x 8.0 in.17 x 8.0 in.18 x 8.5 in17 x 8.0 in.
Suspension (2 features)
Front Suspension TypeIndependentIndependentIndependentIndependentIndependentIndependentIndependent
Stabilizer Bar
Instrumentation (3 features)
Clock
Tachometer
Trip Computer
Measurements (14 features)
Angle of Approach30.5 degrees29.1 degrees38.3 degrees
Angle of Departure22.4 degrees22.3 degrees25.1 degrees
Bed Length61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.61.7 in.
Country of Final AssemblyUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited StatesUnited States
Curb Weight4520 lbs.4310 lbs.4650 lbs.4520 lbs.4310 lbs.4630 lbs.4910 lbs.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)6250 lbs.6050 lbs.6250 lbs.6250 lbs.6050 lbs.6250 lbs.6250 lbs.
Ground Clearance7.9 in.7.9 in.9.5 in.7.9 in.7.9 in.8.9 in.10.7 in.
Height78.8 in.79.8 in.78.8 in.79.6 in.81.8 in.
Length213.2 in.213.2 in.213.2 in.213.0 in.213.0 in.213.2 in.212.7 in.
Maximum Payload1700 lbs.1710 lbs.1570 lbs.1700 lbs.1710 lbs.1590 lbs.1310 lbs.
Maximum Towing Capacity7700 lbs.7700 lbs.7700 lbs.7700 lbs.7700 lbs.7700 lbs.6000 lbs.
Wheelbase131.4 in.131.4 in.131.4 in.131.4 in.131.4 in.131.4 in.131.4 in.
Width (With Mirrors)84.4 in.84.4 in.84.4 in.84.4 in.84.4 in.84.4 in.84.4 in.
Width (Without Mirrors)74.9 in.74.9 in.78.1 in.74.9 in.74.9 in.76.3 in.78.1 in.
Telematics (8 features)
Airbag Deployment Notification
Concierge Service
Destination Download
Emergency Service
Hands-Free Calling
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Tracking
Turn-by-Turn Navigation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the base drive configuration for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?

The foundational drive configuration for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado is rear-wheel drive, utilizing an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

How much horsepower does the standard engine produce in the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?

The standard 2.7L 4-cylinder Turbo engine in the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado is rated at a strong 310 horsepower.

Can I run the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado on anything other than regular unleaded fuel?

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado is specified to run on regular unleaded fuel.

What is the maximum highway fuel economy rating for the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado is EPA-rated to achieve up to 23 MPG on the highway cycles.

What are the exterior dimensions of the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado measures 213.0 inches in length, 74.9 inches in width, and has a wheelbase spanning 131.4 inches.

Compare the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado

Ready to Compare?

See how the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado stacks up against the competition