2021 Chevrolet Colorado Redesign, ZR2 Specs

If you need a pickup truck that provides excellent towing capacity, considers the new 2021 Chevrolet Colorado as an ideal choice. This midsize pickup truck thanks to its strong engine can maximum tow 7,700 pounds.

Besides, styling is impressive and the latest Chevrolet Colorado will introduce plenty of visual upgrades. On top of that, the cabin will be upscale with plenty of durable elements. Like previous Colorado, the new one will be powered by the same three engine options.

Is the New 2021 Chevrolet Colorado Reliable?

The new 2021 Chevrolet Colorado is a pickup truck that provides muscular exterior design. First of all, thanks to its body-on-frame construction, this model has excellent towing abilities. In terms of design, Colorado uses many cues from the bigger Silverado. This pickup can equipment with the extended or a larger crew cab. Also, buyers can go for the bed choices that run from 5.1 feet to 6.2 feet. The smaller bed handles 41 cubic feet, while longer bed holds 50 cubic feet. In the same class, only the Ford Ranger does better.

The ZR2 off-roading model is the best choice right now on the market. This model features a lifted suspension, wider track, revised bumpers, and a skidplate.

Impressive Cabin

Inside, the latest 2021 Colorado looks impressive. Despite some cheaper-looking plastics, Colorado generally has one of the best cabins in its segment. Also, it is spacious and it has enough room for five occupants. Moreover, one can found a substantial storage area beneath seats. The rear seats can split and fold, allowing for plenty of cargo space. The base model is very well equipped. Basically, this model offers all that you need and even more. It comes with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone integration, two USB ports, 7-inch infotainment display, vinyl seat, and floor covering.

The LT trim will add more features and it includes an 8-inch touch screen, leather-wrapped/tilt/telescope steering wheel, satellite radio, and rear parking sensors. The Z71 is the most expensive trim level. This off-roader offers plenty of equipment like spray-in bedliner, 7-speaker Bose audio setup, cargo-bed storage rails, and a low-speed transfer case for the all-wheel-drive system.

2021 Chevrolet Colorado Engine Specs

Under the hood of the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado, there will be three engine options. The first engine that powers this pickup truck is a 2.5-liter inline-4 that delivers 200 horsepower. This unit will be linked to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission.

More powerful gasoline version 3.6-liter V6 that worth spending extra money produces 308 horses and 275 lb-ft of torque. Unlike the base model, this one will use the new 8-speed automatic transmission. The last engine that sits under the hood is a 2.8-liter turbodiesel inline-4. This engine produces 186 horsepower and it deploys a 6-speed automatic transmission. According to Chevy, this model will be the most efficient. Like the previous model, it provides 20/30 mpg for the (RWD) and 19/28 mpg for (AWD).

Arrival Date and Cost

The release date of the upcoming 2021 Chevrolet Colorado will happen later this year. As we mentioned a few times, this model will introduce some improvements and better styling inside.

However, its price will remain the same as before and the base model starts at $21,300. Generally, jumping to diesel-powered ZR2 with some options, the price could easily approach $55,000. Ford Ranger, Nissan Frontier, and Toyota Tacoma are models in the same line as Colorado.