CHEVROLET COLORADO

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado carries the midsize pickup lineup forward largely unchanged from its 2025 redesign, with fresh wheel designs and one new paint color as the year's headline updates. Available exclusively as a four-door crew cab with a short bed, the Colorado offers five distinct variants powered by a single, potent turbocharged engine across the range.

Variant Overview

Available Trims

• WT (Work Truck)
• LT
• Trail Boss
• Z71
• ZR2

Note: All variants feature crew cab configuration with 5-foot bed only. ZR2 Bison is an AEV-designed edition package layered onto ZR2 (+$11,700), not a separate configurator trim.

Core Specifications by Variant

WT (Work Truck)

Fuel Type: Gasoline Seating: 5-seater (Crew Cab) Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 310 HP (231 kW) Torque: 430 lb-ft (583 Nm) Engine: 2.7L TurboMax I4 Drivetrain: RWD standard, 4WD optional Steering: LHD Body Type: Pickup Truck 2026 MSRP: $34,495 (2WD) / $37,795 (4WD)

LT

Fuel Type: Gasoline Seating: 5-seater (Crew Cab) Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 310 HP (231 kW) Torque: 430 lb-ft (583 Nm) Engine: 2.7L TurboMax I4 Drivetrain: RWD standard, 4WD optional Steering: LHD Body Type: Pickup Truck 2026 MSRP: $38,095 (2WD) / $41,395 (4WD)

Trail Boss

Fuel Type: Gasoline Seating: 5-seater (Crew Cab) Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 310 HP (231 kW) Torque: 430 lb-ft (583 Nm) Engine: 2.7L TurboMax I4 Drivetrain: 4WD standard Steering: LHD Body Type: Pickup Truck 2026 MSRP: $42,495

Z71

Fuel Type: Gasoline Seating: 5-seater (Crew Cab) Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 310 HP (231 kW) Torque: 430 lb-ft (583 Nm) Engine: 2.7L TurboMax I4 Drivetrain: 4WD standard Steering: LHD Body Type: Pickup Truck 2026 MSRP: $46,495

ZR2

Fuel Type: Gasoline Seating: 5-seater (Crew Cab) Transmission: 8-speed automatic Power: 310 HP (231 kW) Torque: 430 lb-ft (583 Nm) Engine: 2.7L TurboMax I4 Drivetrain: 4WD standard Steering: LHD Body Type: Pickup Truck 2026 MSRP: $52,595 (ZR2 Bison Edition package: +$11,700)

Available Colors by Variant

New for 2026

• White Sands Metallic (Trail Boss, ZR2 only)
• Fresh wheel designs across Trail Boss, Z71, and ZR2

Discontinued for 2026

• Harvest Bronze Metallic (retired; was previously offered on Trail Boss and ZR2)

Complete Color Palette (2026)

• Black (no-cost)
• Sterling Gray Metallic (no-cost)
• Summit White (no-cost)
• White Sands Metallic (no-cost, Trail Boss/ZR2 only — new for 2026)
• Sunrise Orange (no-cost, select trims)
• Reef Blue Metallic (no-cost, Trail Boss/ZR2 only)
• Snowdrift Metallic (premium, +$395)
• Radiant Red Tintcoat (premium, +$495)

Color Availability by Trim

WT: Black, Summit White, Sterling Gray Metallic, Snowdrift Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Sunrise Orange

LT: Black, Summit White, Sterling Gray Metallic, Snowdrift Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Sunrise Orange

Trail Boss: Black, Summit White, Sterling Gray Metallic, White Sands Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Reef Blue Metallic

Z71: Black, Summit White, Sterling Gray Metallic, Snowdrift Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Sunrise Orange

ZR2: Black, Summit White, Sterling Gray Metallic, White Sands Metallic, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Reef Blue Metallic

Additional Specifications

Drivetrain Options

• WT & LT: RWD standard, 4WD optional
• Trail Boss, Z71, ZR2: 4WD standard only (no 2WD option)

Engine Specifications

2.7L TurboMax Turbocharged I4 (All Variants)

• Displacement: 2.7 liters
• Configuration: Inline 4-cylinder with turbocharger
• Valvetrain: DOHC with variable valve timing
• Features: Direct injection, cylinder deactivation
• Fuel Type: Regular unleaded gasoline
• Output: 310 HP / 430 lb-ft, paired with 8-speed automatic across the entire 2026 lineup (unchanged from 2025)

Fuel Economy

• Combined: 19 MPG (4WD models)
• City/Highway: 17/21 MPG (4WD models)
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 21.4 gallons
• Range: Approximately 364-449 miles

Dimensions & Capacity

• Overall Length: 212.4 inches
• Width: 78.9 inches
• Height: 76.7-77.8 inches (varies by trim)
• Wheelbase: 128.3 inches
• Bed Length: 61.7 inches (5-foot bed)
• Ground Clearance: 8.9 inches (standard), up to 10.7 inches (ZR2)

Towing & Payload Capacity

Maximum Towing Capacity

• WT, LT (with Advanced Trailering Package): 7,700 lbs
• WT, LT (without package): 3,500 lbs
• Trail Boss, Z71: 7,700 lbs
• ZR2: 6,000 lbs
• ZR2 Bison: 5,500 lbs

Maximum Payload Capacity

• Up to 1,685 lbs (varies by configuration)
• Standard payload: approximately 1,570 lbs

Weight Specifications

• Curb Weight: Approximately 4,650 lbs (varies by trim and drivetrain)

Key Features by Variant

WT (Work Truck) Standard Features

Exterior

• 17-inch Ultra Silver Metallic steel wheels
• Automatic on/off halogen headlamps with daytime running lamps
• Heated, power-adjustable mirrors
• CornerStep rear bumper
• Remote locking tailgate
• Cab-mounted cargo area lamps

Interior

• Cloth seat upholstery
• 6-way manual driver seat, 4-way manual passenger seat
• 60/40 split-folding rear bench seat
• Manual sliding rear window
• Single-zone manual climate control

Technology

• 11.3-inch advanced color touchscreen display
• 11-inch color driver information center
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Bluetooth wireless connectivity
• Wi-Fi hotspot capability
• SiriusXM with 360L capability
• 6-speaker audio system
• Push-button start
• Teen Driver technology

Safety

• Chevy Safety Assist suite
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Forward Collision Alert
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
• Following Distance Indicator
• IntelliBeam automatic high beams
• Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking
• HD Rear Vision Camera

LT Additional Features

Comfort Upgrades

• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Remote keyless entry and start
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Power windows with express up/down
• Cruise control

Technology

• Enhanced infotainment features
• Additional USB charging ports
• OnStar Basics capability
• Real-time traffic and navigation

Available Options

• Advanced Trailering Package (increases towing to 7,700 lbs)
• Technology Package
• Convenience Package

Trail Boss Off-Road Focus

Off-Road Equipment

• Standard 4WD with two-speed transfer case
• Off-road suspension with twin-tube shocks
• Skid plates (engine oil pan, transfer case, fuel tank)
• Hill Descent Control
• Electronic locking rear differential

Exterior

• Unique Trail Boss badging and styling
• New-for-2026 wheel design
• Off-road tires
• Enhanced ground clearance

Interior

• Durable interior materials designed for outdoor use
• All-weather floor mats

Z71 Premium Off-Road

Enhanced Features

• All Trail Boss off-road equipment
• Premium interior appointments
• Enhanced comfort features
• New-for-2026 wheel design

Interior

• Jet Black interior with Adrenaline Red accents
• Upgraded seat materials
• Enhanced trim elements

ZR2 Ultimate Off-Road

Advanced Off-Road Systems

• Multimatic DSSV (Jounce Control) dampers
• 33-inch mud-terrain tires (35-inch on Bison beadlock wheels)
• Enhanced approach and departure angles
• Rock rails and heavy-duty skid plates
• Front and rear electronic locking differentials

New for 2026

• Fresh wheel design
• White Sands Metallic color option
• ZR2 Bison Edition package price increased to +$11,700 (up to $1,300 more than 2025)

Advanced Safety Technology

• Rear Cross Traffic Braking
• Rear Park Assist
• Blind Zone Steering Assist with Trailering

Performance

• Maximum ground clearance: 10.7 inches (12.2 inches on Bison)
• Enhanced suspension travel
• Reduced towing capacity (6,000 lbs) due to off-road optimization

Interior Color & Material Options by Variant

WT

• Jet Black cloth upholstery

LT

• Jet Black cloth upholstery
• Upgraded interior trim options available

Trail Boss

• Durable cloth materials
• All-weather friendly surfaces

Z71

• Jet Black with Adrenaline Red accents
• Cloth/Evotex seat trim
• Premium interior styling

ZR2

• Artemis leather seating surfaces
• AEV-branded head restraints (Bison Edition)
• Premium off-road interior appointments

Safety & Driver Assistance Features

Standard Chevy Safety Assist (All Trims)

• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Forward Collision Alert
• Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking
• Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
• Following Distance Indicator
• IntelliBeam automatic high beams

Standard Safety Systems

• Dual-stage frontal airbags
• Seat-mounted side-impact airbags (front)
• Head-curtain airbags (front and rear outboard)
• Front passenger sensing system
• HD Rear Vision Camera with dynamic guidance lines
• Rear Park Assist
• Rear Cross Traffic Braking
• Teen Driver technology

Available Advanced Safety Features

• Blind Zone Steering Assist with Trailering
• HD Surround Vision (360-degree camera system)
• Rear Pedestrian Alert
• Safety Alert Seat
• Enhanced parking assist systems

Technology Package Features

• HD Surround Vision
• Rear Pedestrian Alert
• Advanced parking assistance
• Enhanced connectivity features

Bed and Storage Features

Truck Bed Specifications

• Length: 61.7 inches (5-foot bed)
• Standard Features: CornerStep rear bumper, remote locking tailgate
• Available Features: StowFlex tailgate (Z71 standard, others available)

Bed Technology & Accessories

• Built-in measuring tool (standard)
• Available 120V power outlet
• LED bed lighting (available)
• Up to 17 tie-down points (with accessories)
• StowFlex compartment (secure in-bed storage)

Interior Storage

• Large center console
• Door pockets and seatback map pockets
• Hidden storage compartments under rear seat cushions
• Overhead console (available)
• Under-seat storage bins

Available Packages & Options

Advanced Trailering Package (WT & LT)

• Increases towing capacity from 3,500 to 7,700 lbs
• Enhanced cooling systems
• Trailer brake controller
• Advanced towing assist features

Technology Package

• HD Surround Vision camera system
• Enhanced connectivity features
• Advanced driver assistance systems
• Premium audio upgrades

Midnight Edition Package

• Available on Trail Boss, Z71, and ZR2
• Black exterior accents and badging
• Black wheels and trim
• Interior styling enhancements

WT Custom Package

• Black badges and trim
• 18-inch high-gloss black aluminum wheels
• Enhanced appearance upgrades

ZR2 Bison Edition (+$11,700 on 2026 ZR2)

• AEV-designed enhancements: heavy duty steel bumpers, fender flares
• 17-inch beadlock wheels with 35-inch Goodyear Wrangler mud-terrain tires
• Multiple Boron steel skid plates, rocker protectors
• Front and rear locking differentials
• 12.2 inches of ground clearance via Multimatic Jounce Control dampers
• Specialized recovery equipment and unique styling elements

Technology & Infotainment

Standard Infotainment (All Trims)

• 11.3-inch diagonal color touchscreen
• Google built-in compatibility
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Wi-Fi hotspot capability
• Voice recognition
• SiriusXM with 360L
• 6-speaker audio system

Available Technology

• Wireless charging pad
• 120V power outlets (rear console and bed)
• Enhanced audio systems
• Advanced navigation features
• OnStar services

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado carries forward the strengths of its 2025 redesign — a single high-output turbocharged engine across the range, best-in-class towing capacity on properly equipped trims, and a comprehensive Chevy Safety Assist suite — while refreshing its wheel designs and adding White Sands Metallic to the palette. From the work-focused WT to the extreme off-road ZR2 Bison, each trim provides distinct character within the midsize truck segment.