Overview & Reviews

The Chevrolet Colorado is Chevy's entry in the highly competitive compact truck segment. Like its rivals, the Colorado is closer to midsize than truly compact. Accordingly, it offers a reasonable amount of hauling capability without the added cost and bulk of a full-size pickup. As is customary in this segment, Chevrolet offers extended-cab and four-door crew-cab layouts, multiple bed lengths and available off-road preparation.

Older versions of the Chevy Colorado could be worth a look if you need a basic work truck, but their four- and five-cylinder engines are weak for this class (though you may find a few examples with a robust optional V8 engine). Colorados from 2015 and later are dramatically better, with competitive powertrains, up-to-date technology features and a spacious interior.

User Reviews:

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  Colorado - 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
  By F McCoy - November 3 - 7:33 pm

  I have the 3.5L crew cab Z71. The ride is very comfortable. The exterior design, in my opinion, is more sleek than the larger trucks. Performance is great, and gas mileage is excellent.

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  Great Ride! Great Truck! - 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
  By Wizzard90 - October 7 - 10:00 am

  Ive only had this truck for a week, but I can tell already that its a winner. It rides and handles awesome. Ive got the I-5 and it has plenty of power and is smooth at all speeds. My previous vehicle was a 2001 Blazer LS and this truck is much more comfortable and fun to drive (with better gas milage!).

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  Huge upgrade for small GM trucks - 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
  By Colorado5cyl5M - September 29 - 6:16 pm

  I recently purchased a new 2005 Colorado ZQ8 Regular cab with the 5 cylinder and manual transmission. The truck performs well and accellerates better than I expected. The handlng is sharp, but with a slight penalty in ride quality. The interior is smartly executed, with everything in good reach, and the seats are way more supportive than the ones in my previous S-10. The Interior space is immensely more too. The styling is killer, and in black it looks mean going down the road.

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  I love this truck - 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
  By shanegwu - August 30 - 2:00 am

  This truck gets great gas mileage for the 220 hp, I-5 engine. Its comfortable to drive and feel safe. Highly recommended truck.

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  RANGER KILLER - 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
  By RRB - August 25 - 10:00 am

  DAKOTA`S,FRONTIER`S AND TACOMA`S TOO. THOSE GUY`S HAVE A LOT OF WORK TO DO.

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  Bust or superb - 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
  By juju - August 15 - 11:43 am

  I have the 4 cylinder with 4.10 rear and 4x4, with automatic transmission. It lacks power like no tomorrow. Seats dont recline, and I cant unlock the door from passenger side. Its a nice looking truck on outside, but a reclining seat ought to be standard. A mite more power from this big 2.8 4 cylinder engine would be nice.

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  Nice Truck - 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
  By Former Z Owner - July 18 - 2:00 am

  This truck is marketed toward people who wont do a lot of towing and value ride/comfort, which is me. The crew cab has lots of interior room, even for 6 footers in the back seat. The 5 cylinder engine has plenty of power, better than the V6 it replaces in the S-10. Plus its better on gas.

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  So Far So Good - 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
  By gmloyal - May 26 - 10:00 am

  Traded my 2001 s 10 in on this truck. No problems with the pricing, just a 5 hour ordeal on the trade in value. The truck is much improved over the s 10 but still aint a silveraldo, but its more afforadable. I notice a lot of heads turning as im driving it. it is a real looker. The seat material is a downgrade from the s10 but adaquate.

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  only time will tell - 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
  By ta4sman - May 26 - 10:00 am

  I have driven about 2000 miles since my purchase. Great looks, handles well. Mileage is about 20 MPG, 80%hwy/20%city combined. Added the GM foldable tonneau cover, along w/ the chrome tubes, bug deflector. Front seats could be more comfortable and plush for 28k price tag, use the Silverado Z71 seats. Cup holder should be moved forward, with the console it is not easy to access. Rear visibily is limited due to the high back rear seats. The bed is adequate despite being about 6 inches short.

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  excellent truck - 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
  By bolts - May 26 - 10:00 am

  one great chevy truck, i been a chevy owner for over 30 years, im telling you this truck is on the mark!!!!