Overview & Reviews

Now entering its sixth year of production, the Chevrolet Colorado gets a few notable upgrades for 2009. Most significant is the debut of a V8 engine option. Other changes this year include a new on-road-biased ZQ8 sport suspension package, larger wheels and tires for the off-road-oriented Z71 suspension package and a revised antilock braking system that's said to decrease stopping distances. Finally, last year's Sport Appearance Package is now standard on all base Colorados.

• Affordable, composed handling on- and off-road, varied engine choices.

• Mediocre towing capacity without V8 option, subpar fit and finish inside.

User Reviews:

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  A great looking all around American truck.... - 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
  By dj2015 - December 28 - 10:37 am

  I was lucky enough to get an 09 Z71 model with Tow/Chrome package at only 30k miles for a great deal. I chose the Chevy Colorado because of it aggressive look as oppose to Tacoma bubbly styling and Frontier. I made some minor interior upgrades to make the truck a nicer ride. The truck is not a luxury car but the interior is better looking than its competitors The ride is bouncy but is expected from a truck with big tires. It has good suspension, going over bumps with ease. is greatThere are minor squeaks but I dont mind. The gas is decent. I get on avarage 20 MPG, $40 on full tank takes me 320 miles - city/hwy. The truck has been very reliable, practical, and fun to drive.

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  OK Truck - 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
  By dandydon - April 14 - 10:09 am

  I missed not having a 4wd truck but I didnt miss the 14 mpg. So I got this Colorado. The mileage is OK, I have gotten 22 to 23 mpg on the highway. Around town in drops right off to 16- 17 mpg. I like the looks. It does ride a little rough , but its a small 4wd with the off-road package, so thats expected.

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  2009 Chevy Colorado - 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
  By Donnie - March 1 - 12:42 pm

  Overall a nice smaller sized truck. Gas mileage is okay at best, average 22 hwy and city. Ive had few issues with since I bought it new in Sept 09. 1st, the battery continued to fail and leave me stranded over and over, the dash board creeks, pops, and whatever noise you could imagine, and lastly I get moisture in the oil over and over again. Dealership says its fine.

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  NIce Izuzu - 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
  By Gary - November 27 - 2:47 pm

  Traded in my 15 year old S-10 on the cash for clunker deal. Nice enough truck. The front seats are a little cheap. The floor pan is up much higher that I am used to, feel like you are sitting in a little kid chair. If I plan to keep it for a while I will have to yank the bed liner out as it is starting to leave a gouge in the paint on the tailgate and front wall lip. Very roomy both front and rear. Plenty of power, at least for me. Weird thing about the cash for clunker deal, I got $3500 for my S-10 because the gas mileage on the Colorado was supposed to be better. I got 20 mpg consistently with the S-10. I get maybe 18 with the Colorado.

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  great so far v-8 - 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
  By charlie - September 1 - 10:09 pm

  I bought a 2009 sle canyon v-8 about 2mon. ago it is by far one of the nicest little trucks I have owned or drove ever , it has enough power for about any thing a smaller truck could be used for . I havent pulled with it yet but I will be trying that very soon , I hope it will pull 3 baggers I fell like it should an hope it will , the interior is really comfortable an I have read many reviews about it an most say the finish is no good like the interior but I thank it is as nice as any I have seen , I dont really understand that but I guess there is a reason but I dont know . An guys an girls the handling is great right on just cant find any after market air filters an pipes V8

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  09 Colorado - 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
  By Jviden - April 10 - 9:39 pm

  I feel that the reviewer missed the mark on the Chevy Colorado. The inline 5 has plenty of power and this small truck is easy and comfortable to drive and park. As an owner of a construction company I have driven almost every make and model of pickup and i find that the Colorado gives you the best value for your buck.

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  2nd Colorado in NC - 2009 Chevrolet Colorado
  By dscain - April 8 - 12:23 pm

  I just bought my second Colorado. I owned my first one for 1 1/2 years and would still have it if my kid hadnt outgrown the jump seats in the back of the extended cab. I bought a new Crew Cab, and it is much roomier. Chevy really improved the truck for 09. The brakes operate much more smoothly. Standard OnStar is a nice touch for the price. The new body color trim with chrome accents make the truck look more stylish, and the new chrome wheels look great. The old truck was pretty bulletproof and economical (21 mpg in everyday driving and 27 on trips). As a repeat owner, I am very pleased with this economical, reliable everyday truck, and I would recommend it without hesitation.