2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

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Rating8.2
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$41,300 - $42,900
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 21, 2022

ProsConsWhat's New

Smooth and powerful V6 engine

Front seats are confining for larger adults

Updated infotainment interface

Excellent offroad potential

Expensive price tag

High-resolution rearview camera

Smooth ride quality

Rivals offer more space inside the cabin

Specs & Features

$41,300

price

181 hp @ 3400 rpm

horsepower

369 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.6L 6cyl 4WD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Crew Cab is a prominent contender in the midsize pickup truck segment, competing primarily with the competes with the GMC Canyon All Terrain Crew Cab, the Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab, and the Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO Double Cab. Prices start off at an MSRP of $42,900 while a single trim is offered. With multiple powertrain and cab options available across multiple trims, there is a Colorado ZR2 for everyone. The Colorado ZR2 Crew Cab offers 2 exciting powertrains, each offered only as 4WD. The base engine is a 3.6L V6 mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission, capable of making 308 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. This engine is rated for a towing capacity of 7,000 pounds. Another engine is a 2.8L turbocharged diesel inline-4 affixed to a 6-speed automatic transmission, making 181 horsepower and carrying a towing capacity of 7,700 pounds. The Colorado ZR2 Crew Cab only comes with a 5’2” bed. All in all, the Colorado ZR2 Crew Cab delivers an exciting package, both in terms of performance and looks. The rugged and masculine exteriors are offered in 10 attractive colors.

Buying Advice

The 2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Crew Cab is a powerful and off-road-oriented pickup truck. It is available in a single trim but there are some optional features and packages available.

Trims

    Base
    $41,300 onwards
    • Engine: 3.6L 6cyl 4WD 8A
    • Horsepower: 181 hp @ 3400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 369 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 9.7 sec
    • Top Speed: 100 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$41,300- $42,900

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.21

Horsepower

308 hp @ 6800 rpm

Torque

369 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

Capacity

5

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$19,290- $37,150

Gasoline

6.27

152 hp @ 5200 rpm

171 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

4

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$24,000- $38,565

Gasoline

7.4

270 hp @ 5500 rpm

310 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

-

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$21,500- $44,200

Gasoline

6.42

200 hp @ 6300 rpm

191 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

2

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$29,990- $43,420

Gasoline

7.43

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

262 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

5

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2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9.7 sec16.22 sec100 mph
    6.6 sec15.0 sec-
    7 sec15.5 sec112 mph
    8.6 sec17 sec100 mph
    9.1 sec--

    2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      17 mpg22 mpg17 mpg21 gal.336/378 mi.
      21 mpg26 mpg23 mpg18 gal.- -
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg19.5 gal.370.5/507 mi.
      20 mpg26 mpg22 mpg21 gal.420/546 mi.
      17 mpg23 mpg21 mpg21.1 gal.400.9/485.3 mi.

      2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        212.7 in.74.3 in.72.2 in.8.9 in.128.3 in.
        212.4 in.74.3 in.70.4 in.8.4 in.128.3 in.
        210.8 in.85.8 in.71.1 in.9 in.126.8 in.
        210 in.78.6 in.70.2 in.7.3 in.125.2 in.
        205.5 in.72.8 in.68.7 in.7.6 in.125.9 in.

        2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          41.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.65.5 cu.ft.
          -38.4 cu.ft.51.8 cu.ft.
          33.5 cu.ft.-33.5 cu.ft.
          14.1 cu.ft.94.7 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.
          -68 cu.ft.33.9 cu.ft.

          2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            65.5 cu.ft.41.8 cu.ft.65.5 cu.ft.62 ft.
            100.7 cu.ft.-51.8 cu.ft.73 ft.
            14.1 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.74 ft.
            33.5 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.73 ft.
            11.6 cu.ft.-33.9 cu.ft.64 ft.

            2019 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              5000 lbs.1254 lbs.3926 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1475 lbs.4242 lbs.
              3500 lbs.900 lbs.3781 lbs.
              3500 lbs.1427 lbs.3943 lbs.
              -1650 lbs.- -

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