New Braunfels 2023 Chevy Colorado Overview

After competing with trucks like the Nissan Frontier, Jeep Gladiator, Toyota Tacoma, and Ford Ranger for the past seven years, the third-generation 2023 Chevy Colorado makes a bang with an all-new and more mature redesigned model featuring a wider wheelbase. All the trims of the 2023 Chevy Colorado will be powered by a single 430-horsepower 2.7-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine and an 8-speed automatic transmission system. However, with the same powertrain, the ZR2 trim gives an accelerated output of 430 pound-feet of torque and 310 horsepower. So, no matter what the job, the new 2023 Chevy Colorado has an advantage in terms of tech and power, making it the ultimate choice for people of all ages.

Sold in five trims: ZR2, ZR1, Trailboss, LT, and Work Truck, each model of the 2023 Chevy Colorado is designed to offer a different spin on how the drivers can use the truck and how they want to be seen when using it. Keep on reading to learn more about the 2023 Chevy Colorado.

What’s New for the 2023 Chevy Colorado?

With a vastly improved interior and a completely redesigned body, the 2023 Chevy Colorado is all set to make its mark in the truck market. The 2023 Chevy Colorado’s crew cab is equipped with a five-foot short bed. In 2023, you can opt for four-wheel or rear-wheel-drive configurations.

Engine, Performance, and Transmission

Every 2023 Chevy Colorado model is powered by the iconic 2.7-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine and paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Though all trims have the same engine, the power and torque vary. While the base LT and WT trims produce 259 pound-feet of torque and 237 horsepower, the better-equipped Trail Boss and Z71 trims develop 390 pound-feet of torque and 301 horsepower. Compared to all four, the all-powerful and tough 2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2 produces 430 pound-feet of torque and 310 horsepower.

The exclusive powertrain found in the Colorado is engineered to help the 2023 Chevy Colorado achieve faster acceleration, better road handling, and a firmer grip on off-road terrains.

Payload and Towing Capacity

Offering the most payload and towing capacity, the 2023 Chevy Colorado ranks on top of the mid-size pickup truck class. When paired with the 237-horsepower engine, the 2023 Chevy Colorado LT and WT trims can manage to pull up to 3500 pounds. On the flip side, the 2023 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss and Z71 trims can easily haul up to 7700 pounds. When it comes to the ZR2 trim, the max towing capacity drops to 6000 pounds.

The payload capacity of the 2023 Chevy Colorado LT and WT variants maxes out at 1684 pounds. However, Trail Boss and Z71 can pull up to 1587 pounds. In contrast, the ZR2 trim has 1151 pounds of payload capacity.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

With a large center console, wide infotainment screen, a new gauge cluster, cubbies, and a more refined upholstery, the four-crew 2023 Chevy Colorado takes a great leap in terms of cabin design. Note that it is also the first model to feature a sunroof and a 45-inch-wide lockable storage box in the tailgate.

Fuel Economy

Not much is known yet about the fuel efficiency of the 2023 Chevy Colorado. However, the new 2.7-liter engine is expected to beat the heavier and larger Silverado engine; which manages up to 22 mpg on the highway, 19 mpg in the city, and 20 mpg combined. Most trims of the 2023 Chevy Colorado are expected to beat the Silverado’s efficiency.

Tech Features of the 2023 Chevy Colorado

Every new 2023 Chevy Colorado is equipped with an 11.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system. It runs Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB ports, wireless phone charging, a sunroof, music, navigation, and lots of other personalized features. While most of the features are standard, you can opt for the available ones to make your 2023 Chevy Colorado more tech packed.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

Neither the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration nor the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has yet tested the 2023 Chevy Colorado.

The 2023 Chevy Colorado is equipped with safety and driver assistance features, including lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, front pedestrian braking, following-distance indicator, automatic high-beam headlights, automatic emergency braking system, rear pedestrian warning, adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic alert, blind-spot monitoring.

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Although Chevrolet hasn’t made any announcement about the 2023 Chevy Colorado’s warranty and maintenance package, the previous models do come with a Basic Warranty of 36,000 miles or 3 years and a Powertrain Warranty of 60,000 miles or 5 years.