{"id":29555,"date":"2022-07-30T14:43:38","date_gmt":"2022-07-30T18:43:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/?p=29555"},"modified":"2022-07-30T14:43:38","modified_gmt":"2022-07-30T18:43:38","slug":"with-video-all-new-2023-chevy-colorado-pickup-boasts-major-interior-engine-updates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/2022\/07\/with-video-all-new-2023-chevy-colorado-pickup-boasts-major-interior-engine-updates","title":{"rendered":"With video: All-new 2023 Chevy Colorado pickup boasts major interior, engine updates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The Chevrolet Colorado is getting an extreme makeover.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">General Motors\u2019 mainstream brand unveiled an all-new, 2023 model of its mid-size pickup truck that expands in length, interior tech, and model trims even as it shrinks its engine and bed options. Responding to America\u2019s thirst for all things off-road, the Colorado lineup will add a rugged Trail Boss trim to its lineup of base Work Truck, LT, Z71, and ZR2 models.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/69b99b1a-159b-43bc-87be-1091281b1dba-ChevyColorado_LT-TrailBoss_ZR2.jpg?width=660&amp;height=441&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/69b99b1a-159b-43bc-87be-1091281b1dba-ChevyColorado_LT-TrailBoss_ZR2.jpg?width=1320&amp;height=882&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp 2x\" alt=\"2023 Chevy Colorado models (left to right): LT, Trail Boss, ZR2\" data-g-r=\"lazy\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_img_ccw gnt_em_img_ccw__cap gnt_em_img_ccw__crd\" data-c-caption=\"2023 Chevy Colorado models (left to right): LT, Trail Boss, ZR2\" data-c-credit=\"GM\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The Colorado is Chevy\u2019s starter truck and the 2023 model benefits from hand me-downs from big brother, full-sized Silverado \u2014 most significantly the 2.7-liter turbo-4 engine that is now the core of the lineup as well as a modern, dash-mounted, 11.3-inch digital touchscreen. As GM pours capital into an uncertain, all-electric future, its gas-fueled truck lineup is key to profitability and the Colorado \u2014 like Silverado \u2014 is loaded with new trims and features that can goose sticker prices over $50,000.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">\u201cThe all-new Colorado is enhanced in every way,\u201d said Chevy vice president Scott Bell. \u201cWith its rugged and sporty styling, enhanced capability, new technology and customization options, it\u2019s designed to do more for discerning customers.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_vp__tp gnt_em__el\" aria-label=\"Video - 2023 Chevrolet Colorado\">\n<div class=\"gnt_em_vp_w\" data-g-r=\"vp_tp\" data-c-vt=\"teal\" data-t-pl=\"teal-storyinline\"><button class=\"gnt_em_vp_a gnt_em_vp__tp_a\" data-g-r=\"vp_tg\" data-c-vpattrs=\"{&quot;muted&quot;:false,&quot;bContent&quot;:false,&quot;an&quot;:&quot;mi-detroit-C1561&quot;,&quot;pn&quot;:&quot;The Detroit News&quot;,&quot;vidNum&quot;:1}\" data-c-vpdata=\"{&quot;adsEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;awsPath&quot;:&quot;money\/autos&quot;,&quot;byline&quot;:&quot;Courtesy Chevrolet&quot;,&quot;canonicalURL&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;contentSourceCode&quot;:&quot;PDTN&quot;,&quot;createDate&quot;:&quot;2022-07-28T18:01:08Z&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;Courtesy Chevrolet, Courtesy Chevrolet&quot;,&quot;duration&quot;:275000,&quot;headline&quot;:&quot;2023 Chevrolet Colorado&quot;,&quot;hlsURL&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/hlsmedia.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/video-renditions\/74d4804d-2621-4fc2-b7ed-7a81dafdca28\/aab17565-d468-4841-963a-419e3b099900\/1080p_30fps,720p_30fps,480p_30fps,master.m3u8?subtitles=10175762002&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;10175762002&quot;,&quot;image&quot;:{&quot;url&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/3c0052b3-b890-4ca5-a5ce-56168bad823c-ChevyColorado_ZR2.jpg&quot;,&quot;opto&quot;:true},&quot;initialPublishDate&quot;:&quot;2022-07-28T18:01:08Z&quot;,&quot;keywords&quot;:&quot;Chevrolet&quot;,&quot;mp4URL&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/downloadmedia.gannett-cdn.com\/authoring\/video-renditions\/74d4804d-2621-4fc2-b7ed-7a81dafdca28\/aab17565-d468-4841-963a-419e3b099900\/1080p_30fps.mp4&quot;,&quot;origin&quot;:&quot;The Detroit News&quot;,&quot;pageURL&quot;:{&quot;long&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.detroitnews.com\/videos\/business\/autos\/2022\/07\/28\/2023-chevrolet-colorado\/10175762002\/&quot;},&quot;promoBrief&quot;:&quot;2023 Chevrolet Colorado&quot;,&quot;propertyName&quot;:&quot;DetroitNews&quot;,&quot;publishDate&quot;:&quot;2022-07-28T18:01:08Z&quot;,&quot;series&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;ssts&quot;:{&quot;section&quot;:&quot;business&quot;,&quot;subsection&quot;:&quot;autos&quot;,&quot;topic&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;subtopic&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;tags&quot;:[{&quot;id&quot;:&quot;e7a9158a-b95e-4b47-8386-ea430072c163&quot;,&quot;name&quot;:&quot;Chevrolet&quot;}],&quot;title&quot;:&quot;2023 Chevrolet Colorado&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;\/videos\/business\/autos\/2022\/07\/28\/2023-chevrolet-colorado\/10175762002\/&quot;}\" aria-label=\"Play video\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gnt_em_vp_img\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/3c0052b3-b890-4ca5-a5ce-56168bad823c-ChevyColorado_ZR2.jpg?width=660&amp;height=371&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/3c0052b3-b890-4ca5-a5ce-56168bad823c-ChevyColorado_ZR2.jpg?width=1320&amp;height=742&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp 2x\" alt=\"\" data-g-r=\"lazy vp_po\" \/><\/button><\/div>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_vh\" data-c-et=\"2023 Chevrolet Colorado\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_vb gnt_em_vb__he\" data-c-credit=\"Courtesy Chevrolet, Courtesy Chevrolet\"><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Those discerning customers embraced the last-generation Colorado\u2019s crisp handling \u2014 a signature of Chevy trucks \u2014 as well as its tree-chewing ZR2 model. Customers also noted the truck\u2019s dated, plastic interior and base engine offering, and fixing those shortcomings is high on the list of 2023 upgrades.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">\u201cWhile the interior is overrun with cheap plastics, and even the biggest cab size has a small back seat, the truck maintains a pleasant driving position and athletic handling,\u201d noted auto enthusiast magazine Car and Driver of the outgoing model. \u201cColorado has a good enough resume to suit many pickup shoppers, but it lacks the qualifications to interest a wider audience.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/324f98a3-a7e0-40cc-ab2e-10d1d764723f-ChevyColorado_TrailBoss.jpg?width=660&amp;height=441&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/324f98a3-a7e0-40cc-ab2e-10d1d764723f-ChevyColorado_TrailBoss.jpg?width=1320&amp;height=882&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp 2x\" alt=\"2023 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss\" data-g-r=\"lazy\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_img_ccw gnt_em_img_ccw__cap gnt_em_img_ccw__crd\" data-c-caption=\"2023 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss\" data-c-credit=\"Chevrolet\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">That wider audience has an array of choice in a segment that has expanded significantly since Colorado was introduced in 2015. There\u2019s sister GMC Canyon as well as Ford Ranger, Jeep Gladiator, newly-redesigned Nissan Frontier and perennial sales-leader Toyota Tacoma. In addition to these ladder frame bruisers, the midsize segment has added unibody pickup like the Hyundai Santa Cruz and Honda Ridgeline. In 2021, the GM twins sold 97,133 units \u2014 second only to the Taco\u2019s 252,520.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">To stay ahead of the stampede, the \u201823 Colorado brings a significant interior makeover with standard, high-resolution, configurable, digital instrumentation alongside biggest-in-class infotainment screen. The setup mirrors a Silverado dash that itself was remade for the 2022 model year. The touchscreen upgrade includes a new Google-based software system that will make smartphone users feel right at home when using features like maps and music. The 2023 model will also offer a sunroof for the first time.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">\u201cAcross all trims, the exterior\u2019s presence and attitude is reflected in the interior, which is designed around the large center stack screen,\u201d said design boss Phil Zak.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The Colorado sits atop a ladder frame redesigned for better interior space and dirt-chewing. Chief engineer Nick Katcherian said the truck gains 3.1 inches in wheelbase \u2014 some of which goes to increased rear legroom \u2014 as well as a front axle that has been moved forward for better approach angle.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/12e61b5a-ab72-4943-ab49-9555d748d44a-ChevyColorado_Z71_Interior.jpg?width=660&amp;height=441&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/12e61b5a-ab72-4943-ab49-9555d748d44a-ChevyColorado_Z71_Interior.jpg?width=1320&amp;height=882&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp 2x\" alt=\"2023 Chevy Colorado interior\" data-g-r=\"lazy\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_img_ccw gnt_em_img_ccw__cap gnt_em_img_ccw__crd\" data-c-caption=\"2023 Chevy Colorado interior\" data-c-credit=\"Chevrolet, Chevrolet\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Behind the front bumper and aggressive\u00a0blacked-out maw, the engine bay welcomes GM\u2019s torque-rich\u00a02.7-liter turbo, which is also used in the Silverado and Cadillac\u2019s CT4 performance sedan. The turbo-4 has three different configurations in the new pickup and replaces the previous model\u2019s base\u00a02.5-liter 4-cylinder, as well as the 3.6-liter V-6\u00a0and 2.8-liter diesel. Truck buyers are fond of diesels, and the oil-burner will be missed.<\/p>\n<aside id=\"gnt_atomsnc\" class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_anc\" data-g-r=\"lazy\" data-gl-method=\"loadAnc\" aria-label=\"Newsletter signup form\">\n<div class=\"label\" hidden=\"\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div class=\"message\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n<div id=\"bar\">\n<div class=\"progress-secondary\">\u201cThe 2.7-liter offers a perfect blend of attributes for a three-engine lineup,\u201d said Katcherian of the turbo\u2019s fuel economy, low-end torque and horsepower attributes.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The 2.7-liter will be offered in the Work Truck and LT models with 237 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque. In the off-road Z71 and Trail Boss models, it will produce 310 ponies and 390 pound-feet of torque, and in the range-topping ZR2, the four-banger will replace the 308-horse, 275-torque V-6 with 310 horses and 430 pound feet of torque (the same numbers as in the Silverado and GMC Sierra full-size pickups). Like the Silverado (and unlike the Cadillac\u2019s 10-speed), the turbo-4 in the Colorado will be mated to an 8-speed transmission.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Unlike other brands, Chevy does not offer a hybrid variant \u2014 its electrification options are based on a separate, Ultium battery skateboard chassis. The Colorado is not yet offered on Ultium.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">\u201cThe industry is not going to convert to EVs overnight,\u201d said Bell. \u201cWe are going to stay true to our customers who want an internal-combustion-engine variant.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/3c0052b3-b890-4ca5-a5ce-56168bad823c-ChevyColorado_ZR2.jpg?width=660&amp;height=441&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/3c0052b3-b890-4ca5-a5ce-56168bad823c-ChevyColorado_ZR2.jpg?width=1320&amp;height=882&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp 2x\" alt=\"2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2\" data-g-r=\"lazy\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_img_ccw gnt_em_img_ccw__cap gnt_em_img_ccw__crd\" data-c-caption=\"2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2\" data-c-credit=\"GM\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">In addition to sporting the lineup\u2019s most powerful engine, ZR2 is the most capable, from its twin-locking differentials to its Formula One-inspired\u00a0Multimatic shocks (though its 6,000 towing capability trails the other trims\u2019 7,700 pounds). So you know that it\u2019s the alpha male of the lineup, it comes equipped with a power dome hood, 33-inch all-terrain tires\u00a0and wider stance.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">ZR2\u2019s personality has inspired ruggedness throughout the lineup. The truck features a class-best 10 camera views \u2014 including an underbody lens on Z71 and ZR2. The cameras compliment trailering tech pioneered on the Silverado like Hitch Guidance. Meeting customer demand for more custom options, Colorado\u2019s off-road accessory portfolio has more than doubled from previous model years.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">\u201cThe new Colorado is a lifestyle enabler,\u201d said engineer Katcherian. \u201cBecause outdoor activities are a big part of our Colorado customers\u2019 lifestyles, we\u2019ve made the truck even more capable to support them.\u201d<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Offered for the first time on Colorado, the Trail Boss trim boasts 32-inch tires, a 2-inch suspension lift, and chassis widened 3 inches beyond the standard Work Truck and LT. But wait, there\u2019s more: a special edition ZR2 Desert Boss model will be offered with 17-inch bead-lock wheels, light bar, and underbody camera standard.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Complementing Colorado\u2019s mud-bathing and trailering ambitions, five drive modes are on offer, including Normal, Tow\/Haul, Off-Road, Terrain\u00a0and Baja. The truck\u2019s new electric architecture also enables a suite of standard safety goodies such as forward collision alert, lane keep assist and automatic high-beam assist. Options include rear cross traffic braking and adaptive cruise control.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Running against the vehicle\u2019s customization theme, Colorado will only be offered as a Crew Cab with a short, 5-foot\u00a02-inch rear box. The long box option has been canned.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"gnt_em gnt_em_img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"gnt_em_img_i\" src=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/dc33145a-8140-45ee-8120-b032ce1ba875-ChevyColorado_ZR2_Desert_Boss.jpg?width=660&amp;height=441&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gannett-cdn.com\/presto\/2022\/07\/27\/PDTN\/dc33145a-8140-45ee-8120-b032ce1ba875-ChevyColorado_ZR2_Desert_Boss.jpg?width=1320&amp;height=882&amp;fit=crop&amp;format=pjpg&amp;auto=webp 2x\" alt=\"2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2\" data-g-r=\"lazy\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"gnt_em_img_ccw gnt_em_img_ccw__cap gnt_em_img_ccw__crd\" data-c-caption=\"2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2\" data-c-credit=\"Chevrolet\"><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">The pickup, however, does option a new Tailgate Storage Box (a narrow cargo space within the tailgate) that\u00a0measures 45 inches wide and 4 inches deep. The tailgate also has a mid-level setting in order to carry longer items in the bed, and the bed featurs grooves for bicycle and motorcycle tires in the front wall.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\">Colorado rolls off the line in the first half of next year at Wentzville Assembly in Missouri. Pricing and more details to come.<\/p>\n<p class=\"gnt_ar_b_p\"><em>Henry Payne is auto critic for The Detroit News. Find him at hpayne@detroitnews.com or Twitter @HenryEPayne.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Chevrolet Colorado is getting an extreme makeover. General Motors\u2019 mainstream brand unveiled an all-new, 2023 model of its mid-size pickup truck that expands in length, interior tech, and model trims even as it shrinks its engine and bed options. Responding to America\u2019s thirst for all things off-road, the Colorado lineup will add a rugged [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29555"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=29555"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29555\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":29556,"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/29555\/revisions\/29556"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=29555"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=29555"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/henrypayne.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=29555"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}