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{{for|the Pickup/SUV sold in Australasia|Holden Colorado}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Chevrolet Colorado
| image = 2024 Chevrolet Colorado Z71, front left, 09-28-2024.jpg
| caption = 2024 Chevrolet Colorado Z71
| manufacturer = [[General Motors]]
| production = {{ubl|2003–2012, 2014–present (US)|2004–2020
(Thailand)|2011–present (Brazil)}}
| class = {{ubl|[[Pickup truck|Compact pickup truck]] (2003–2011)|[[Pickup truck|Mid-size pickup truck]] (2011–present)}}
| layout = [[Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout|Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive]] or [[Front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout|four-wheel-drive]]
| body_style = 
| predecessor = {{ubl|[[Chevrolet S-10|Chevrolet S-10/Isuzu Hombre/GMC Sonoma]]|[[Chevrolet D-Max]] (Latin America)|[[Holden Rodeo]] (Australasia) | [[Holden Ute]]/[[Holden One Tonner]] (Australasia)}}
| assembly = 
| aka = {{ubl|GMC Canyon|[[Holden Colorado]] (Australasia)}}
}}

The '''Chevrolet Colorado''' (sharing mechanical commonality with the '''GMC Canyon''') is a series of compact [[pickup truck]]s (mid-size since second generation) marketed by American automaker [[General Motors]]. They were introduced in 2004 to replace the [[Chevrolet S-10]] and [[GMC S-15]]/Sonoma compact pickups. The Colorado is named after the [[U.S. state]] of [[Colorado]], while the Canyon took its name from the [[Canyon|deep chasm between cliffs]].

==First generation (2004)==
{{Anchor|1|2004|First generation|first|}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = First generation
| image = 2006 Chevrolet Colorado crew cab -- NHTSA.jpg
| aka = {{unbulleted list | GMC Canyon | Isuzu i-series | [[Holden Colorado]] (Australasia)}}
| production = October 2003–August 2012<ref>{{cite web | url=https://news.pickuptrucks.com/2012/08/|title=GM's Big and Little Pickups Are in Transition}}</ref>
| model_years = 2004–2012
| platform = [[GM GMT platform#Midsize|GMT355]]
| length = {{ubl|Regular cab {{convert|192|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} | Extended cab {{convert|207.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}| Crew cab {{convert|194|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (Thailand Ver.)}}
| height = {{ubl|{{convert|65|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}| {{convert|69.1|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (4x4 Thailand Ver.)}}
| width = {{convert|68|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}<ref name="Newbury">{{cite book|last=Newbury|first=Stephen|title=The Car Design Yearbook 2|year=2003|publisher=Merrell|isbn=978-1-85894-196-7}}</ref> <br /> {{convert|70.8|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (Thailand Ver.)
| wheelbase = {{ubl|Regular cab {{convert|111.2|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} | Extended cab {{convert|126|in|mm|0|abbr=on}}| Crew cab {{convert|120|in|mm|0|abbr=on}} (Thailand Ver.)}}
| engine = {{ubl
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Gasoline]]:'''
  | {{convert|2.8|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[General Motors Atlas engine#LK5 (Vortec 2800)|LK5]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]]
  | {{convert|2.9|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[General Motors Atlas engine#LLV (Vortec 2900)|LLV]]'' I4
  | {{convert|3.5|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[General Motors Atlas engine#L52 (Vortec 3500)|L52]]'' [[Straight-5|I5]]<ref name="Newbury"/>
  | {{convert|3.7|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[General Motors Atlas engine#LLR (Vortec 3700)|LLR]]'' I5
  | {{convert|5.3|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[LS based GM small-block engine#LH8|LH8 2009]]/[[LS based GM small-block engine#LH9|LH9 2010+]]'' [[V8 engine|V8]]
  | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''
  | {{convert|2.5|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[list of Isuzu engines#Isuzu J engine|4JK1-TC]]''
  | {{convert|2.5|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[list of Isuzu engines#Isuzu J engine|4JK1-TC]]'' (Diesel/CNG; Colorado CNG)
  | {{convert|3.0|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} ''[[list of Isuzu engines#Isuzu J engine|4JJ1-TC / 4JJ1-TCX VGS Turbo]]''
}}
| transmission = {{ubl|5-speed Aisin AR-5 [[Manual transmission|manual]] | 4-speed [[GM 4L60-E transmission#4L60-E|4L60-E]] [[Automatic transmission|automatic]]}}
| drivetrain = Bi-Fuel system (Colorado CNG)
| assembly = {{ubl|United States: [[Shreveport, Louisiana]] ([[Shreveport Operations|Shreveport Assembly]])|Thailand: [[Rayong]] ([[General Motors Thailand|GM Thailand]])}}
| related = {{ubl|[[Isuzu D-Max#RA|Isuzu D-Max (RA/RC)]]|[[Isuzu MU-X#MU-7|Isuzu MU-7]]|[[Hummer H3]] |[[Hummer H3T]]}}
| caption = 2006 Chevrolet Colorado Crew Cab
}}
[[File:2007 Chevrolet Colorado LT Z71, rear 1.26.20.jpg|left|thumb|2007 Chevrolet Colorado LT Z71 (rear view)]]
The [[Chevrolet]] Colorado and its twin, the [[GMC (automobile)|GMC]] Canyon, were jointly designed by GM's North American operations, GM's Brazil operations, and [[Isuzu]], which began selling its own version worldwide in 2002.<ref>{{cite web |title=Made From History - Isuzu UTEs, SUV's - Isuzu UTE Australia |url=https://www.isuzuute.com.au/discover/history-timeline |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131022075153/http://www.isuzuute.com.au/Made-From-History.aspx |archive-date=2013-10-22 |access-date=2013-02-11 |website=www.isuzuute.com.au}}</ref> Production began in October 2003.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Oct 02, 2003, page 20 - The Times at Newspapers.com |url=https://www.newspapers.com/image/219948114/ |access-date=2024-05-01 |website=Newspapers.com |language=en}}</ref> In late 2005, Isuzu offered a version in North America called the '''Isuzu i-series'''. This North American model Isuzu shared North American powertrains, styling, and equipment with the Colorado/Canyon twins and differed from Isuzu's worldwide offering. All Chevrolet, GMC, and Isuzu versions worldwide are based on the [[GM GMT platform#GMT 355|GMT355]], itself the basis for the GMT 345-based [[Hummer H3]]. Most vehicles for markets outside North America are manufactured at a GM plant in [[Rayong]], [[Thailand]]. All North American-market vehicles were manufactured by [[Shreveport Operations]].

The cooperation between GM and Isuzu to build a light-duty truck and offer it in North America returns to an original arrangement the two companies had in the 1970s with the [[Chevrolet LUV]], a rebadged [[Isuzu Faster]].

===Markets===

====North America====
[[File:Chevrolet Colorado Xtreme -- 09-28-2009.jpg|left|thumb|Chevrolet Colorado Xtreme extended cab]]
[[File:GMC Canyon.jpg|left|thumb|GMC Canyon crew cab]]

The Colorado/Canyon trucks in the North American market offer both [[Manual transmission|manual]] and [[automatic transmission]]s. GM also offers either a [[rear-wheel drive]] (4x2) or [[four-wheel drive]] (4x4) drivetrain with standard, extended, and four-door crew-cab body styles. Most models come with the {{convert|2.8|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[GM Atlas engine#LK5|LK5]] I4 engine as standard, but a more powerful 3.5 L I5 comes with the Z71 package on four-door versions and is optional on all others. The 4-door Z71s also get the four-speed automatic transmission standard. This package was later dropped in favor of LT2 and LT3.

The Colorado was offered in three basic trim levels: Base, LS, and LT, while the Canyon was also offered in three trim levels, but with different names: Canyon, SLE, and SLT.

Three different cab configurations were offered on Colorado and Canyon: a two-door regular-cab model with a {{convert|6|ft|m|1|abbr=on}} box and seating for either two or three passengers, a four-door extended-cab model with a {{convert|6|ft|m|1|abbr=on}} box and seating for either four or five passengers, and a four-door crew-cab model with a shorter {{convert|5|ft|m|1|abbr=on}} box and seating for either five or six passengers. Top trim levels in crew-cab configuration offered upscale features such as leather-trimmed seating surfaces, dual power-adjustable front bucket seats with lumbar support and heat, a six-disc, in-dash CD changer, [[XM]] [[satellite radio]], and rear side-impact [[airbags]].

Three different suspension options were offered on the Colorado and Canyon: The base Z85 suspension, which offered a comfortable ride quality; the Z71 Off-Road suspension, which added a locking rear differential axle (RPO code G80), heavier-duty shock absorbers for improved performance off-road, and an increased ride height for better clearance;the ZQ8 Sport suspension (see below), which offered a lower ride height than the standard Z85 suspension, as well as firmer suspension for improved handling. All suspension packages were offered on 4x2 or 4x4 models in all cab configurations, except for the ZQ8 Sport suspension, which was only offered on 4x2 models.

A ZQ8 edition is available with a lower and more road-tuned "sport" suspension than the standard Z85 and comes with 17&nbsp;inch wheels, color-matched bumper and grille, and low profile fender flares. There is also a Xtreme edition of the ZQ8 which has a different front bumper, rear bumper, side skirts, fender flares, grille, headlights, and 18-inch wheels. The Xtreme edition is basically a continuation of a trim package from its predecessor, the Chevrolet S-10.

For 2007, Colorado/Canyon was facelifted and offered new engines, which include the {{convert|2.9|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[GM Atlas engine#LLV|LLV]] [[Straight-4|I4]] and {{convert|3.7|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[GM Atlas engine#LLR|LLR]] [[Straight-5|I5]] which were both introduced due to numerous head problems, new colors&nbsp;— Deep Ruby (Sonoma Red for the Canyon), Pace Blue (Sport Blue for the Canyon), and Imperial Blue (Midnight Blue for the Canyon), and new tires and wheels. Minor changes to the grille and interior for the LT models; the LS models kept the same pre-facelift look, similar to the facelift of the TrailBlazer in 2005. In addition, the "Colorado" and "Canyon" badges were phased out from the doors in favor of GM's corporate logo. For model year 2009, the Colorado was facelifted again and a new {{convert|5.3|L|cuin|0|abbr=on}} [[General Motors LS-based small-block engine#LH8|LH8]] [[V8 engine|V8]] engine was added, producing {{Convert|300|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} and {{convert|320|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}. For the 2010 model year, the GM badges were phased out,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.detnews.com/article/20090825/AUTO01/908250320/1148/rss25 |title=GM to drop corporate logo from vehicles -- Detroit News |publisher=The Detroit News |access-date=2010-10-10}}</ref> although a few 2010 models had the GM logo on the doors.

In 2009, both trucks, as with most 2009 GM vehicles (and combined with [[OnStar]]), received a [[Bluetooth]] hands-free phone system for the first time as optional equipment. The six-disc in-dash CD changer was discontinued as well, leaving the single-disc CD/MP3 player, and a standard A/M-F/M only radio, with two-, four-, or six-speaker audio systems. Most later trucks received alloy wheels as standard equipment, with optional polished and chrome-plated wheels, in 16, 17, or 18-inch diameters. Only later base-model trucks received 16-inch steel wheels, which were a new wheel design. In addition, most newer trucks also featured standard [[SiriusXM]] satellite radio, when equipped with a CD/MP3 player.

Colorado/Canyon U.S. sales peaked in 2005 at 163,204 units, surpassing the perennial segment leader, the Ford Ranger, by almost 35% and just 3.3% behind the new best-seller, the [[Toyota Tacoma]]. In 2006, however, while still leading the Ranger by 27.5%, the Colorado/Canyon's sales lagged their [[Toyota]] competitor's by almost 34%. One 2005 Canyon owned by successful U.S. Senate candidate [[Scott Brown (politician)|Scott Brown]] became famous as it was widely featured in his TV advertisements.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://content.usatoday.com/communities/driveon/post/2010/01/scott-brown-drives-his-gmc-pickup-truck-to-us-senate-victory/1 | work=USA Today | title=Scott Brown drives his GMC pickup to U.S. Senate victory | date=2010-01-20}}</ref>{{clear|left}}

====Safety====
In the [[Insurance Institute for Highway Safety]]'s frontal offset test, the Colorado (extended version) is given a "Good" overall score,<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=228 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Chevrolet Colorado |publisher=Iihs.org |date=2008-07-24 |access-date=2009-05-07 |archive-date=2008-11-29 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081129085157/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=228 |url-status=dead }}</ref> however the crew cab is rated "Acceptable".<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=985 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Chevrolet Colorado crew cab |publisher=Iihs.org |date=2009-11-18 |access-date=2010-10-10 |archive-date=2010-11-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101107010259/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=985 |url-status=dead }}</ref> In the side impact test, the Colorado crew cab is rated "Poor" with or without side curtain airbags.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=938 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Chevrolet Colorado |publisher=Iihs.org |date=2008-07-30 |access-date=2009-05-07 |archive-date=2009-08-02 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090802165644/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=938 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=1263 |title=IIHS-HLDI: Chevrolet Colorado crew cab |publisher=Iihs.org |date=2010-02-04 |access-date=2010-10-10 |archive-date=2010-11-07 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101107010359/http://www.iihs.org/ratings/rating.aspx?id=1263 |url-status=dead }}</ref> Side curtain airbags were made standard on all 2010 models; side torso airbags are not offered.

====Isuzu i-series====
[[File:2008 Isuzu i-290 S Extended Cab, front left, 02-01-2024.jpg|alt=2008 Isuzu i-290 S Extended Cab|left|thumb|Isuzu i-290]]
The '''Isuzu i-series''' midsized pickup truck line was manufactured from 2005 to 2008. Launched at the 2005 [[New York International Auto Show]], for the 2006 model year, the i-series replaced the [[Isuzu Hombre|Hombre]], which had been out of production since 2000. Like the Hombre, which was based on the compact Chevrolet S-10/GMC Sonoma, the i-series was based on the Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon. Two models were offered at launch: the '''i-280''', powered by the 2.8 L I4 engine, and the '''i-350''', powered by the 3.5 L I5 engine. The i-280 was available only with an extended cab, while the i-350 could be had with either an extended cab or crew cab. The i-280 and i-350 were replaced by the '''i-290''' and '''i-370''' respectively for 2007, with the introduction of the 2.9L and 3.7L engines.

The sales for the i-series were poor, with just 1,377 sold from the start of production through February 2006 according to ''[[Automotive News]]''. As part of Isuzu's withdrawal from the United States market after the 2008 model year, the i-series was discontinued.{{clear|left}}

====Thailand====
[[File:Chevrolet Colorado in Thailand (cropped).jpg|thumb|Chevrolet Colorado extended cab (pre-facelift, Thailand)]]
[[General Motors Thailand|GM Thailand]] manufactured the Colorado from March 2004 with a mildly altered styling compared to the North American version.<ref>{{cite web|date=2020-02-17|title=General Motors (GM) ประกาศยุติการขายรถยนต์ Chevrolet ในประเทศไทย ในปี 2563 นี้ !|trans-title=General Motors (GM) announced that it will stop selling Chevrolet cars in Thailand in 2020!|url=http://www.headlightmag.com/general-motors-gm-ends-chevrolet-in-thailand/|access-date=2020-06-05|website=HeadLight Magazine|language=th}}</ref> In late January 2006, Chevrolet introduced a G-80 differential lock system as optional for most Colorado trim levels.<ref name="danamotor">{{cite web|date=2019-01-30|title=ISUZU D-MAX: Story of a Reliable pick-up with truck DNA|url=http://danamotor.com/dmo/?tag=thai|access-date=2020-02-08|website=danamotor.com}}</ref> This feature is not available on the D-Max. Thai-market Colorados received a minor redesign in late 2007, with the front fascia being altered by toning down the American influence. The facelifted model was exported to Australia as the [[Holden Colorado]] from 2008.<ref name="danamotor" />

In 2008, GM also introduced the Colorado 4x2 2.5 with diesel dual fuel system via CNG tank.<ref name="danamotor" /> It is switchable between diesel fuel and compressed natural gas with the ratio of 65:35. It is also compatible with pure diesel and biodiesel B5 fuel.<ref name="marylandheavenly">{{cite web|date=2019-08-31|title=Isuzu 4jk1 Tcx Engine Manual|url=https://marylandheavenly.weebly.com/blog/isuzu-4jk1-tcx-engine-manual|access-date=2020-02-10|website=marylandheavenly.weebly.com}}</ref> Location of the tank is on the bed behind the cab. It was available for two cab styles.<ref name="marylandheavenly" />

====Australia and New Zealand====
The Colorado was released in Australia and New Zealand in 2008 as the Holden Colorado. It replaced the [[Isuzu D-Max|D-Max]]-based [[Holden Rodeo]] due to the split between General Motors and Isuzu.<ref>{{cite web|last=Pettendy|first=Marton|date=4 March 2008|title=Holden to retire Rodeo|url=http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/7F1AD5B3DE69669FCA2574020014B967|access-date=19 March 2008|work=GoAuto|publisher=John Mellor|archive-date=14 July 2008|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080714094339/http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/7F1AD5B3DE69669FCA2574020014B967|url-status=dead}}</ref> Imported from Thailand, it is essentially a rebadged version of the facelifted Thai-specification Colorado, retaining its front styling. As with the Rodeo, the Colorado is available as either 4x2 or 4x4 and in a range of body styles, including single-cab, space-cab, and crew-cab. Power is provided by a range of gasoline and diesel engines.<ref>{{cite web|last=Martin|first=Terry|date=25 March 2008|title=Holden confirms end of Rodeo|url=http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/1C7C5464FEA10EA2CA257417000E00C9|access-date=5 April 2008|work=GoAuto|publisher=John Mellor|archive-date=4 September 2008|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080904215719/http://www.goauto.com.au/mellor/mellor.nsf/story2/1C7C5464FEA10EA2CA257417000E00C9|url-status=dead}}</ref> Of the gasoline engines, Holden offers a 2.4-liter four-cylinder and the Australian-made 3.6-liter ''[[GM High Feature engine|Alloytec]]'' engine. The diesel powerplant is a four-cylinder Isuzu 4JJ1 unit displacing 3.0 liters. It was replaced by the second-generation Holden Colorado in 2012.<gallery widths="200" perrow="4" heights="140">
File:2011 Holden Colorado (RC MY11) LX-R 4WD Crew Cab 4-door utility (2015-07-14) 01.jpg|2011 Holden Colorado LX-R 4x4 Crew Cab (Australia)
File:2011 Holden Colorado (RC MY11) LX-R 4WD Crew Cab 4-door utility (2015-07-14) 02.jpg|2011 Holden Colorado LX-R 4x4 Crew Cab (Australia)
File:2008 Holden RC Colorado LT-R Crew Cab 4-door utility 08.jpg|Interior
</gallery>

===Engines===
<ref name="ReferenceA">{{cite book|title=Chevrolet Colorado Product Brochures|year=2004–2012}}</ref>
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!Years
!Engine
!Power
!Torque
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|2004–2012||{{convert|153|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[list of Isuzu engines#Isuzu J engine|4JK1-TC (2.5 CTI)]] Turbo [[Inline-four engine|I4]]||{{Convert|116|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 3,600 rpm||{{convert|206|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 1,800–2,200 rpm
|-
|2004–2012||{{convert|183|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[list of Isuzu engines#Isuzu J engine|4JJ1-TC (3.0 CTI)]] Turbo [[Inline-four engine|I4]]||{{Convert|146|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 3,600 rpm||{{convert|216|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 1,400–3,400 rpm
|-
|2006–2012||{{convert|183|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[list of Isuzu engines#Isuzu J engine|4JJ1-TCX (3.0 CTI Max)]] VGS Turbo [[Inline-four engine|I4]]||{{Convert|163|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 3,600 rpm||{{convert|265.5|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 1,400–3,400 rpm
|-
|2004–2006||{{convert|173|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[GM Atlas engine#LK5 (Vortec 2800)|LK5]] [[Inline-four engine|I4]]||{{Convert|175|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,600 rpm||{{convert|185|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 2,800 rpm<ref name="archives.media.gm.com">{{cite web |url=http://archives.media.gm.com/division/2004_prodinfo/chevrolet/trucks/colorado/index.html |title=2004 Chevrolet Colorado |website=archives.media.gm.com |access-date=22 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111026052142/http://archives.media.gm.com/division/2004_prodinfo/chevrolet/trucks/colorado/index.html |archive-date=26 October 2011 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="http">{{cite web |url=http://archives.media.gm.com/division/2005_prodinfo/chevrolet/trucks/colorado/index.html |title=2005 Chevrolet Colorado |website=archives.media.gm.com |access-date=22 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100122011314/http://archives.media.gm.com/division/2005_prodinfo/chevrolet/trucks/colorado/index.html |archive-date=22 January 2010 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="ReferenceB">{{cite web |url=http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_colorado/06index.html#specs |title=GM Media Online: English |website=archives.media.gm.com |access-date=22 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111026051607/http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_colorado/06index.html#specs |archive-date=26 October 2011 |url-status=dead}}</ref>
|-
|2007–2012||{{convert|178|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[GM Atlas engine#LLV (Vortec 2900)|LLV]] [[Inline-four engine|I4]]||{{Convert|185|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,600 rpm||{{convert|190|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 2,800 rpm<ref name="ReferenceC">{{cite web |url=http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_colorado/07index.html#specs |title=GM Media Online: English |website=archives.media.gm.com |access-date=22 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111026051428/http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_colorado/07index.html#specs |archive-date=26 October 2011 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="gm.com">{{cite web |url=http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_colorado/08index.html#specs |title=GM Media Online: English |website=archives.media.gm.com |access-date=22 May 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111026051238/http://archives.media.gm.com/us/chevrolet/en/product_services/r_trucks/r_c_colorado/08index.html#specs |archive-date=26 October 2011 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref name="media.gm.com">{{cite web|title=Chevrolet Pressroom - United States - Colorado|url=http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/chevrolet/vehicles/colorado/2009.tab1.html|website=gm.com}}</ref><ref name="gm.com1">{{cite web|title=Chevrolet Pressroom - United States - Colorado|url=http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/chevrolet/vehicles/colorado/2010.tab1.html|website=gm.com}}</ref><ref name="gm.com2">{{cite web|title=Chevrolet Pressroom - United States - Colorado|url=http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/chevrolet/vehicles/colorado/2011.tab1.html#engines|website=gm.com}}</ref><ref name="gm.com3">{{cite web|title=Chevrolet Pressroom - United States - Colorado|url=http://media.gm.com/content/media/us/en/chevrolet/vehicles/colorado/2012.tab1.html#engines|website=gm.com}}</ref>
|-
|2004–2006||{{convert|214|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[GM Atlas engine#L52 (Vortec 3500)|L52]] [[Straight-5|I5]]||{{Convert|220|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,600 rpm||{{convert|225|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 2,800 rpm<ref name="archives.media.gm.com" /><ref name="http" /><ref name="ReferenceB" />
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|2007–2008||{{convert|223|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[GM Atlas engine#LLR (Vortec 3700)|LLR]] [[Straight-5|I5]]||{{Convert|242|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,600 rpm||{{convert|242|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 2,800 rpm<ref name="ReferenceC" /><ref name="gm.com" />
|-
|2009–2012||{{convert|223|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[GM Atlas engine#LLR (Vortec 3700)|LLR]] [[Straight-5|I5]]||{{Convert|242|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,600 rpm||{{convert|242|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 4,600 rpm<ref name="media.gm.com" /><ref name="gm.com1" /><ref name="gm.com2" /><ref name="gm.com3" />
|-
|2009||{{convert|325|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[General Motors LS-based small-block engine#LH8|LH8]] [[V8 engine|V8]]||{{Convert|300|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,200 rpm||{{convert|320|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 4,000 rpm<ref name="media.gm.com" /><ref name="gm.com1" /><ref name="gm.com2" /><ref name="gm.com3" />
|-
|2010–2012
|{{convert|325|cuin|L|1|abbr=on|order=flip}} [[General Motors LS-based small-block engine#LH9|LH9]] [[V8 engine|V8]]
|{{Convert|300|hp|kW|0|abbr=on}} @ 5,200 rpm
|{{convert|320|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}} @ 4,000 rpm<ref name="media.gm.com" /><ref name="gm.com1" /><ref name="gm.com2" /><ref name="gm.com3" />
|}

{{clear}}

==Second generation (RG; 2011)==
{{anchor|2|2011|2012|RG|Second|Second generation}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Second generation 
| image = 2019 Chevrolet Colorado LTZ.jpg
| model_code = RG
| aka = {{unbulleted list
 | [[Chevrolet S10]] ([[Mercosur]])<ref name="S10Argentina">{{cite web |url=https://www.16valvulas.com.ar/nueva-chevrolet-s10-lanzamiento-en-argentina/ |title=Nueva Chevrolet S10, lanzamiento en Argentina|language=es |trans-title=Launching of the new Chevrolet S10 in Argentina |date=July 12, 2016 |website=16valvulas.com.ar |access-date=April 22, 2019}}</ref>
 | [[Holden Colorado]] (Australasia)
 | HSV SportsCat (Australasia)
 | GMC Canyon (US and Canada)
}}
| production = {{ubl|2011–present|2014–2022 (North America)|2019–2024 (South Korea)|2011–2020 (Thailand)}}
| model_years = 2015–2022 (US and Canada)
| assembly = {{unbulleted list | Brazil: [[São José dos Campos]] ([[GM do Brasil]])|Thailand: [[Rayong]] ([[General Motors Thailand|GM Thailand]])|United States: [[Wentzville, Missouri]] ([[Wentzville Assembly]]) }}
| platform = GMT 31XX
| related = {{unbulleted list
| [[Chevrolet Trailblazer (SUV)|Chevrolet Trailblazer]]
| [[Isuzu D-Max#RT|Isuzu D-Max (RT)]]
| [[Isuzu MU-X#RF|Isuzu MU-X (RF)]]
| [[Qingling Taga]]
}}
| engine = {{unbulleted list
 | '''[[Petrol engine|Gasoline]]:'''
 | 2.4 L ''[[GM Family II engine#2.4|Flexpower]]'' [[Inline-four|I4]] ([[ethanol]])
 | 2.5 L ''[[Ecotec LCV|Ecotec (LCV)]]'' [[Inline-four|I4]]
 | 3.6 L ''[[GM High Feature engine#LFX|High Feature (LFX)]]/[[GM High Feature engine#LGZ|LGZ)]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]]
 | '''[[Diesel engine|Diesel]]:'''
 | 2.5 L ''[[List of VM Motori engines#A 428 DOHC|Duramax XLD25/LP2]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] [[turbocharger|turbo]]
 | 2.8 L ''[[Duramax I4 engine|Duramax (LWN)]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] turbo
}}
| transmission = {{unbulleted list | 5-speed manual|6-speed manual Eaton ''N8D''<ref name="ccoltru"/>|6-speed automatic [[GM 6L50 transmission|''6L50'']]<ref name=ccoltru>{{cite web | title=2015 Chevrolet Colorado Specifications|url=http://media.gm.com/media/us/en/chevrolet/vehicles/colorado/2015.tab1.html |publisher=GM |access-date=2014-10-14}}</ref> |8-speed automatic [[GM 8L45 transmission|''8L45'']]<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.chevrolet.com/media/us/en/chevrolet/vehicles/colorado/2017.tab1.html|title=Chevrolet Pressroom - United States - Colorado|website=chevrolet.com}}</ref>}}
| wheelbase = {{convert|3258-3568|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|5083-5712|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1882-1887|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| height = {{convert|1781-1790|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{ubl | {{convert|3920|-|4310|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}} (Ext Cab) |  {{convert|4010|-|4476|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}} (Crew cab)}}
| predecessor = [[Chevrolet S-10]] ([[Mercosur]])
| caption = 2018 Chevrolet Colorado (first facelift)
}}{{Multiple image
| align             = left
| direction         = vertical
| width             = 220
| image1            = 2018 Chevrolet Colorado High Country (2).jpg
| image2            = Chevrolet S-10 LT 2.8 TD Crew Cab 2013 (12725976734).jpg
| caption2          = Pre-facelift (2011–2015)
| caption1          = Rear
| image3            = Chevrolet Colorado High Country 2018 (46414614972) (2).jpg
| caption3          = First facelift (2015–2021)
| image4            = 2021 Chevrolet Colorado 2.8 High Country (Colombia) front view.png
| caption4          = Second facelift (2021–2024)
| image5            = 2024 Chevrolet Colorado High Country (Chile) front view.jpg
| caption5          = Third facelift (2024–present)
}}

=== Global version ===
In March 2011, Chevrolet revealed the prototype version of the all-new Colorado at [[Bangkok International Motor Show]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.autoblog.com/2011/10/10/chevy-confirms-global-colorado-pickup-for-u-s/ |title=Chevy confirms global Colorado pickup for U.S. |publisher=Autoblog |date=October 10, 2011 |access-date=2011-11-12 }}</ref> It was shown as an extended cab with a rear access system, and some of the high-tech equipment. In June 2011, Chevrolet revealed its [[crew cab]] in adventure concept at [[Buenos Aires]], Argentina (this car also shown at [[International Motor Show Germany|Frankfurt Motor Show]] in September 2011), and in July 2011, a [[Holden]] version of crew-cab version concept got its premiere at Australian International Motor Show.

The production model is available in three different cab styles: regular cab (single cab), extended cab (space cab), and crew cab (double cab), and either 4x2 or 4x4 drivetrain.

On 9 September 2011, [[General Motors Thailand|General Motors (Thailand)]] opened the diesel engine manufacturing plant, to make the [[Duramax I4 engine|Duramax]] engine used by the Colorado. The engine is a rebranded [[VM Motori]] turbodiesel engine with 2.5- or 2.8-liter, paired with a manual or automatic transmission.

====Holden Colorado====
The Colorado was revealed at the 2011 [[Australian International Motor Show]] and went on sale in June 2012 in both Australia and New Zealand, sourced from the Rayong factory in Thailand. In Australia and New Zealand, the Colorado is badged as a Holden. Only one engine is offered, the 2.8 L turbo diesel, built by GM in the Rayong factory. It is available in four trim levels: DX (single cab chassis only), LX, LT, and LTZ. An LS trim was introduced in 2014. Single-cab and crew-cab models are available as either 4x2 or 4x4.<ref name="Holden Colorado Pricing Revealed for 2012 generation ute">{{cite web|title=Holden Colorado Pricing Revealed for 2012 generation ute|work=CarAdvice.com |url=http://www.caradvice.com.au/168474/holden-colorado-pricing-revealed-for-2012-generation-ute|publisher=Car Advice|access-date=11 August 2013}}</ref>

The facelifted Colorado model for the Australian and New Zealand markets was released in 2017 with GM's MyLink infotainment system including Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring. The model is built in right-hand drive at the GM Thailand plant.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.carsales.com.au/editorial/details/gm-reveals-2017-holden-colorado-102190/|title = GM reveals 2017 Holden Colorado}}</ref>

A ''Thunder Edition'' is available on 4x4 LX, LT, and LTZ models. Among the features included with the pack are a nudge bar and towing kit, front carpet floor mats and a one-piece rear carpet floor mat, a bonnet protector, slimline weather shields, and "Thunder" badging.<ref name="Thunder Edition Debuts">{{cite web|title=Holden Colorado Thunder Edition Debuts|url=http://www.themotorreport.com.au/56683/holden-colorado-thunder-edition-debuts|publisher=The Motor Report|access-date=11 August 2013|date=2013-06-06}}</ref>

Production of the Colorado in Thailand ended in 2020 as General Motors ended operations in the country.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2020/feb/0216-international-markets.html|title = GM Accelerates Transformation of International Markets|date = 16 February 2020}}</ref> A refresh in line with the global Colorado was planned for the 2021 model year.<ref>{{cite web|last=Hilliard|first=Justin|date=2020-07-30|title=New Holden Colorado 2021 detailed: What was coming next for the lion brand's Ford Ranger rival|url=https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/new-holden-colorado-2021-detailed-what-was-coming-next-for-the-lion-brands-ford-ranger|url-status=live|access-date=2021-09-02|website=CarsGuide|language=en-au|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200801032832/https://www.carsguide.com.au/car-news/new-holden-colorado-2021-detailed-what-was-coming-next-for-the-lion-brands-ford-ranger |archive-date=2020-08-01 }}</ref>

<gallery widths="200" perrow="4">
File:2014 Holden Colorado (RG MY15) LTZ 4-door utility (2015-10-24) 01.jpg|2014 Holden Colorado LTZ (pre-facelift)
File:2018 Holden Colorado (RG MY18) LSX 4-door utility (2018-05-05).jpg|2018 Holden Colorado LSX (facelift)
</gallery>

=====Trim levels=====
* DX features a manual transmission, [[electronic stability control]], side-curtain [[airbags]], [[Bluetooth]] capabilities, and 16-inch steel wheels.<ref name="Holden Colorado - Official Site">{{cite web|title=Holden Colorado - Official Site|url=http://www.holden.com.au/cars/colorado|publisher=GM Holden LTD|access-date=11 August 2013}}</ref>
* LX features either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic transmission, power mirrors, and [[cruise control]].<ref name="Holden Colorado - Official Site" />
* LT features fog lamps.<ref name="Holden Colorado - Official Site" />
* LTZ features 17-inch alloy wheels, optional leather seats, [[Light emitting diodes|LED]] taillamps, projector headlamps, [[roll cage|sports bar]], soft [[tonneau cover]], and [[nerf bar|side steps]].<ref name="Holden Colorado - Official Site" />
* Z71, the top trim, includes off-road gear and 18-inch wheels.

=== North American version ===
[[File:2015 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Extended Cab 4WD, front.jpg|left|thumb|2015 Chevrolet Colorado (United States)]]
[[File:Chevrolet Colorado Back P4250870.jpg|thumb|left|Chevrolet Colorado (US)]]
[[File:2016 Chevrolet Colorado interior.jpg|left|thumb|Interior]]
The North American model was revealed on November 20, 2013, at the [[Los Angeles Auto Show]].<ref>[http://www.autoblog.com/2013/11/20/2015-chevrolet-colorado-revealed-diesel-la/ 2015 Chevrolet Colorado brings modern amenities, diesel power to midsize pickup set] from Autoblog (November 20, 2013)</ref> Production began at [[Wentzville Assembly]] in 2014, and vehicles started arriving at dealerships nationwide by mid- to late 2014, as an early 2015 model year vehicle. It competes with other midsized pickup truck offerings.

The North American model features a different front fascia, with its design being similar to the 2014 [[Chevrolet Silverado]] (particularly the taillamp lenses, tailgate and rear bumper), and different engines. The North American Colorado's frame is 40% lighter than the global version, it uses high-strength steel, and is much longer.<ref>{{cite web|date=2013-11-20|title=Chevrolet unveils the 2015 Colorado, says the midsize pickup will get a diesel option (GALLERY)|url=https://www.equipmentworld.com/equipment/article/14952759/chevrolet-unveils-the-2015-colorado-says-the-midsize-pickup-will-get-a-diesel-option-gallery|access-date=2021-01-23|website=Equipment World|language=en-us}}</ref> General Motors' Wentzville assembly plant received a $380 million expansion of 500,000 sq ft that was constructed to support the new Colorado's assembly.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.stltoday.com/business/local/gm-starts-million-expansion-in-wentzville/article_76e66ee0-a372-11e1-a8da-001a4bcf6878.html|title=GM starts $380 million expansion in Wentzville|first=Steve|last=Giegerich|website=stltoday.com|date=21 May 2012 }}</ref> In September 2014, GM added workers to the Wentzville factory after it received advanced orders of 30,000 Colorado/Canyons from its dealerships.<ref>[http://www.autoblog.com/2014/09/17/chevy-colorado-gmc-canyon-sales-success-third-shift/ "GM dealers have ordered 30k Colorado and Canyon pickups, third shift added"] from Autoblog (September 18, 2014)</ref>

For the initial launch, the Colorado was available with either a 2.5 L ''[[GM Ecotec engine#2.5|Ecotec]]'' I4 engine or the 3.6 L ''[[GM High Feature engine#LFX|LFX]]'' [[V6 engine]].<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site" /> The 2.8 L ''[[Duramax I4 engine|Duramax LWN]]'' [[turbodiesel]] engine was added in 2016,<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site" /> and is a first for its class in the US market. It is also available in three cab configurations: extended cab with a {{convert|6.2|ft|m|abbr=on}} [[Pickup truck#Pickup bed styles|bed]], crew cab with a {{convert|5.2|ft|m|abbr=on}} bed, or crew cab with a {{convert|6.2|ft|m|abbr=on}} bed, with four-wheel drive being optional.<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site" />

16-inch or 17-inch steel [[wheel]]s or [[alloy wheels]] are available, as well as a [[Trim package|Decor package]] for the WT model that adds a chrome front grille and body-colored door handles and side-view mirrors.

==== Trim levels ====
* Base trim level (2015-2020)<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site">{{cite web|title=Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site|url=http://www.chevrolet.com/2015-colorado-small-truck.html|access-date=28 March 2014|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140328134524/http://www.chevrolet.com/2015-colorado-small-truck.html|archive-date=28 March 2014}}</ref>
* WT base trim level ("Work Truck")<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site"/>
* LT mid-level trim and most common<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site" />
* Z71, the top trim, includes off-road equipment.<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site" />
* ZR2 for off-road performance is the [[halo model]].<ref name="Chevrolet Colorado - Official Site" />

The base Colorado trim level includes as standard equipment: 16-inch steel wheels, vinyl seating surfaces, an A/M-F/M stereo with auxiliary audio input and a six-speaker audio system, power windows and door locks (no keyless entry), a 2.5 L Ecotec I4 gasoline engine, a six-speed manual transmission (until mid-2019, when the manual transmission was discontinued and a six-speed automatic transmission became standard), carpeted flooring, and a chrome front grille. This model is available exclusively as an extended cab.

The W/T includes the same standard equipment as the base Colorado trim level, but has more optional equipment, such as a seven-inch color touch-screen [[MyLink]] radio, cloth seating surfaces, keyless entry, 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, color-keyed door mirrors, an automatic transmission, and a 3.6 L V6 gasoline engine. It is available as either an extended cab, or as a crew cab with either a short or long box.

The LT adds this equipment to the base Colorado and W/T trim levels: 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, 3.6 L V6 gasoline engine, automatic transmission, eight-inch color touch-screen MyLink radio, SiriusXM satellite radio, OnStar with 4G [[LTE (telecommunication)|LTE]] [[Wi-Fi]] connectivity (later models only), cloth seating surfaces, and keyless entry. Optional equipment includes a 2.8 L [[Duramax I4 engine|Duramax]] I4 turbodiesel engine, remote start, a rearview backup camera system, a premium [[Bose Corporation|Bose]] seven-speaker audio system, a GPS navigational radio with MyLink, and chrome exterior accessories. It is available as either an extended cab, or as a crew cab with either a short or long box.

The Z71 is the top-of-the-line trim level, and adds this to the LT trim level: unique aluminum-alloy wheels, vinyl and cloth combination seating surfaces, and a black front grille. Optional equipment is the same as the LT. It is available as either an extended cab, or as a crew cab with either a short or long box.

Later 2015 Colorado and Canyon models offered 4G LTE Wi-Fi capabilities through the OnStar system, standard on higher trim levels, and optional on lower trim levels. For 2016, trucks equipped with the eight-inch MyLink or [[GMC (automobile)|GMC]] IntelliLink touchscreen infotainment system received standard [[Apple CarPlay]] and [[Android Auto]] [[smartphone]] integration.

Starting with the 2017 model year, base Colorado and Canyon models received a standard seven-inch Chevrolet MyLink (or GMC Intellilink) touchscreen infotainment system with Bluetooth for hands-free calling and wireless stereo audio streaming, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, an AM/FM radio, and auxiliary and USB audio inputs, along with a six-speaker audio system. Most models also included a rear backup camera system. OnStar with 4G LTE Wi-Fi capabilities was optional on base Colorado and Canyon models.

The six-speed manual transmission was discontinued during the 2019 model year and is no longer available in the Colorado or Canyon.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/2019/03/2019-chevrolet-colorado-and-gmc-canyon-ditch-the-manual-transmission/|title = 2019 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon Ditch the Manual Transmission|date = 8 March 2019}}</ref>

Starting with the 2020 model year, both the 4x2 Z71 Extended Cab and Z71 crew-cab long-box models were removed from the lineup, along with the RST and Redline editions, as both will be combined with the luxury edition.<ref>{{cite web | url = http://gmauthority.com/blog/2019/05/whats-new-for-the-2020-chevrolet-colorado/ | title = Here's What New for the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado | work = GM Authority | date = May 22, 2019 }}</ref>

The ZR2 is the "off-road" trim level, and adds to the Z71 trim level: 2-inch taller suspension, 3.5-inch wider track, 31-inch off-road tires, unique aluminum-alloy wheels, leather-trimmed seating surfaces, functional [[rock sliders]], Multimatic DSSV position-sensitive shock absorbers, aluminum skid plates to protect the radiator, oil pan, and front differential, locking front and rear differentials, and high approach-angle front bumper. Optional equipment is the same as the LT and Z71 trim levels, except for the availability of a rear bed-mounted light bar. It is available as either an extended cab with a long box, or as a crew cab with a short box.

The 2021 model year Colorado received a revised appearance and an updated grille in line with the Chevrolet design language, but will see its level trims reduced to four: Work, LT, Z71, and ZR2. The 2WD Base trim was eliminated.<ref>[https://gmauthority.com/blog/2020/03/2021-chevrolet-colorado-and-gmc-canyon-lose-base-trim-levels/ “2021 Chevrolet Colorado And GMC Canyon Lose Base Trim Levels”] from GM Authority (March 20, 2020)</ref>

In Mexico, three configurations are available: WT Double Cab, with a 2.5-liter engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and rear wheel drive; the LT Extended Cab, with a 2.5-liter engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive; and the LT Extended Cab, with a 3.6-liter V6 engine, eight-speed automatic transmission, connectable transmission, and 4x4.

==== GMC Canyon ====
{{Multiple image
| align             = right
| direction         = vertical
| width             = 
| image1            = '16 GMC Canyon (Carrefour Angrignon).jpg
| caption1          = 2015 GMC Canyon
| image2            = 2022 GMC Canyon Elevation, front 4.4.23.jpg
| caption2          = 2022 GMC Canyon (facelift)
}}

The all-new GMC Canyon was introduced on January 12, 2014. [[GMC (automobile)|GMC]] introduced in an official press and video release and made its public debut the following day (January 13, 2014) at the [[North American International Auto Show]] in [[Detroit, Michigan|Detroit]]. Sales started at dealerships in the second quarter of 2014 as a 2015 model.

The Canyon offers the same features as its cousin, but will have a higher MSRP and more options. It also sports a front grille design that closely resembles its full-size sibling, the [[GMC Sierra]]. The Canyon comes in three trims and either two-wheel drive or four-wheel drive. The base model is only available with the 2.5 L Ecotec I4 engine, a 6-speed manual transmission (until mid-2019 when the manual transmission was discontinued and a six-speed automatic transmission became standard), and two-wheel drive.

Optional features (based on trim) will include active aero grille shutters, available [[OnStar]] 4G LTE connectivity with on-board [[Wi-Fi]], [[forward collision warning]], [[lane departure warning]], and an available Teen Driver feature that limits speed and audio volume.<ref>[http://www.autoblog.com/2014/01/12/2015-gmc-canyon/ "2015 GMC Canyon is a Chevy Colorado in Sierra clothing (w/video)"] from Autoblog (January 12, 2014)</ref>

On February 16, 2015, GMC posted spy shots of a Canyon with Denali styling, indicating plans to add the mid-size truck to the Denali lineup as a 2016 model.<ref>[http://www.autoblog.com/2015/02/16/gmc-canyon-denali-spy-shots/ "Inevitable GMC Canyon Denali spotted testing"] from Autoblog (February 16, 2015)</ref>

Both the Canyon and Colorado received a facelift for the 2021 model year, prior to the debut of a third generation in the 2023 model year.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://gmauthority.com/blog/2019/08/2021-chevrolet-colorado-gmc-canyon-to-see-minor-updates/|title = 2021 Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon to See Minor Updates|date = 10 August 2019}}</ref>
[[File:2022 GMC Canyon interior.jpg|thumb|2022 GMC Canyon interior]]
GMC also saw its level trims reduced and renamed for the 2021 model year: Elevation Standard, Elevation, AT4, and Denali. It is unknown why the SLE and SLT trims were deleted.

==== Colorado ZR2 ====
[[File:2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 in Black, Front Left, 03-06-2022.jpg|thumb|2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2]]
The ZR2 concept was shown at the 2014 LA Auto Show. Due to positive feedback, a production ready version was introduced two years later at the 2016 LA Auto Show, which joined the 2017 lineup.

The Colorado ZR2 offers the same amenities as the Z71, but is heavily tailored towards off-road performance. The ZR2 model is available in 2 body configurations: crew cab with 5&nbsp;ft bed or extended cab with 6&nbsp;ft bed. Engine options are the 3.6 L ''[[GM High Feature engine#LGZ|LGZ]]'' [[V6 engine]] and the 2.8 L ''[[Duramax I4 engine|Duramax LWN]]'' [[turbodiesel]] engine.

Chevrolet designed many new parts specifically for the ZR2 to improve off-road performance. New features and parts standard or optional on the ZR2 include:
* 3.5" Wider Track
* 2" Lift
* [[Multimatic]] Dynamic Suspension Spool Valve (DSSV) Dampers
* Electronic Locking Front and Rear Differentials
* Longer, Cast Iron Control Arms
* Aggressive Front Bumper and Grille with Improved Approach Angle
* Redesigned Rear Bumper for Improved Departure Angle
* Cowl-Style Hood with Black Insert
* Wider Fender Flares
* Aluminum Skid Plates to protect radiator, oil pan, and front differential
* Rock Sliders
* New 17x8 Wheels with 31" (265/65R17) Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac tires
* "Off-road Mode" alters throttle progression, shift calibration, traction control, stability control, and ABS for different terrain.
* Optional Bed-Mounted Full Size Spare Tire
* Optional Carpet Delete

The 2018 Colorado ZR2 was featured in [https://www.motortrendondemand.com/detail/2018-chevrolet-colorado-zr2-vs-2017-ram-power-wagon-who-needs-a-ford-raptor/0_e3cpavxg/ Season 9 Episode 99] of ''[[Motor Trend]]'' Head 2 Head, where it faced off against a 2017 [[Ram Pickup|Ram 2500 Power Wagon]].

==== Colorado ZH2 (Military Truck) ====
[[GM Defense]] and U.S. Army TARDEC partnered in 2016 to develop and successfully test the Chevrolet Colorado ZH2 fuel cell electric truck, with low acoustical and heat signatures as well as the advantages of on-board water production, exportable electric power and off-road capability.

==== Infantry Squad Vehicle ====
The [[US Army]]'s [[Infantry Squad Vehicle|Infantry Squad Vehicle (ISV)]] is heavily based on the diesel variant of the ZR2, with 90% of the vehicle coming from [[Commercial off-the-shelf|Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS)]] components.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.army.mil/article/236844/infantry_squad_vehicle_to_motorize_ibcts|title = Infantry Squad Vehicle to 'motorize' IBCTs| date=26 June 2020 }}</ref>

===Engines===
{| class="wikitable"
|-
!Years
!Engine
!Power
!Torque
!Transmission
!Note
|-
|2012–2016||2.4 L ''[[Family II engine|Flexpower]]'' [[Inline-four|I4]]||||
| ||Brazil
|-
|2012–2013||2.5 L ''[[List of VM Motori engines#A 428 DOHC|Duramax]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]]||{{Convert|122|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{convert|280|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
|5-speed manual only||
|-
|2012–present||2.8 L ''[[Duramax I4 engine|Duramax LWN]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]]||{{Convert|135-147|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{convert|347-369|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
|6-speed 6L50 automatic||US 2016
|-
|2015–present||2.5 L ''[[GM Ecotec engine#2.5|Ecotec]]'' [[Inline-four|I4]]||{{Convert|149|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{convert|191|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
| ||US, Mexico & Brazil
|-
|2015–2016||3.6 L ''[[GM High Feature engine#LFX|LFX]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]]||{{Convert|227|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{convert|269|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
| ||US
|-
|2017–present||3.6 L ''[[GM High Feature engine#LGZ|LGZ]]'' [[V6 engine|V6]]||{{Convert|230|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{convert|275|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
| ||US & Mexico
|-
|2016–present||2.8 L ''[[VM Motori]]'' [[Inline-four|I4]] [[turbo-diesel]]||{{Convert|138-147|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{Convert|500|Nm|lbft|0|abbr=on|order=flip}}
|6-speed 6L50 automatic||Thai production
|-
|2016–present||2.5 L ''[[List of VM Motori engines#R 425 DOHC|Duramax LKH]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] Turbo||{{Convert|122|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{convert|280|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
| ||Thai production
|-
|2016–present||2.5 L ''[[List of VM Motori engines#R 425 DOHC|Duramax XLDE25 LP2]]'' [[Inline-four engine|I4]] VG Turbo||{{Convert|134|kW|hp PS|0|abbr=on}}||{{convert|324|lbft|Nm|0|abbr=on}}
| ||Thai production
|}

=={{anchor|Third|3rd|2023}} Third generation (2023) ==
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Third generation
| image = 2023 Chevrolet Colorado WT 4WD in Sterling Grey Metallic, Front Right, 08-19-2023.jpg
| aka = GMC Canyon
| production = January 2023<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/2023/01/2023-chevy-colorado-gmc-canyon-production-under-way-video/|title=2023 Chevy Colorado, GMC Canyon Production Under Way: Video|first=Rhian|last=Hunt|date=January 26, 2023}}</ref>–present
| model_years = 2023–present (US and Canada)<br />2024–present (South Korea)
| assembly = United States: [[Wentzville, Missouri]] ([[Wentzville Assembly]])
| platform = [[General Motors VSS platforms#VSS-T|GM VSS-T]] (31XX-2)
| related = [[Chevrolet Silverado]]
| engine = {{ubl
  | '''[[Petrol engine|Gasoline]]:'''
  | 2.7 L ''L2R'' [[Turbocharger|turbo]] [[Straight-four engine|I4]]
  | 2.7 L ''[[GM L3B engine|L3B]]'' turbo I4
}}
| transmission = 8-speed 8L80 automatic
| wheelbase = {{convert|3337|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| length = {{convert|5402-5410|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| width = {{convert|1902|mm|in|abbr=on}} <br /> {{convert|2143|mm|in|abbr=on}} (with mirrors)
| height = {{convert|2001-2080|mm|in|abbr=on}}
| weight = {{convert|4716|-|5298|lb|kg|0|abbr=on}}
| caption = 2023 Chevrolet Colorado WT (Canada)
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The third-generation Colorado and Canyon debuted in July 2022 for the 2023 model year. The new model is available only with a Crew Cab and a single bed length.<ref>{{Cite news |title=2023 Chevrolet Colorado Debuts With Multiple Off-Road-Focused Trims |url=https://www.motor1.com/news/600853/2023-chevrolet-colorado-debut/ |access-date=2022-08-30 |website=Motor1.com |language=en}}</ref>

Despite being a mid-size, in some dimensions it is somewhat bigger than the full-size [[Chevrolet Silverado|Silverado]], being built around the same chassis and frame while sharing the same [[GM L3B engine|L3B]] engine.<ref>{{cite web |title=2023 Chevy Colorado Snatches Silverado Engine, Becomes Most Powerful Midsize Truck |url=https://www.motortrend.com/news/2023-chevrolet-colorado-first-look-review/ |access-date=22 December 2022 |website=Motor Trend |publisher=Alexander Stoklosa |quote=Alas, with a Silverado-derived frame, American-market-specific powertrains and cabin appointments, the Colorado was hardly some cobbled-together beast. |archive-date=2 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220802054716/https://www.motortrend.com/news/2023-chevrolet-colorado-first-look-review/ |url-status=bot: unknown }}</ref>

<gallery widths="200">
File:2023 Chevrolet Colorado WT 4WD in Sterling Grey Metallic, Rear Right, 08-19-2023.jpg|Rear view (Colorado)
File:2024 Chevrolet Colorado interior.jpg|Interior (Colorado)
File:2024 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, front right, 07-18-2024.jpg|2024 Colorado ZR2
File:2023 GMC Canyon AT4, front 8.26.23.jpg|2023 GMC Canyon AT4 (US)
File:2023 GMC Canyon rear view.jpg|Rear view (Canyon)
File:GMC Canyon Crew Cab @ SIAM 2923.JPG|2023 Canyon Denali
File:2023 GMC Canyon Denali interior.jpg|Interior (Canyon Denali)
</gallery>{{clear}}

==Sales==
{| class="wikitable"
|-
! rowspan=2|Calendar year
! colspan="2" |United States
! colspan="2" |Canada
! rowspan="2" |Thailand
|-
! Colorado !! Canyon 
!Colorado<ref>{{Cite web |title=Chevrolet Colorado Sales Numbers |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/gm/chevrolet/colorado/chevrolet-colorado-sales-numbers/ |website=GM Authority |date=27 October 2015 }}</ref>
!Canyon<ref>{{Cite web |title=GMC Canyon Sales Numbers |url=https://gmauthority.com/blog/gm/gmc/canyon/gmc-canyon-sales-numbers/ |website=GM Authority |date=5 January 2016 }}</ref>
|-
| 2004<ref name="sales05">{{cite web|url=http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do?domain=2&docid=21738 |title=GM Reports 392,041 Deliveries In December |publisher=GM Communications |date=January 4, 2006 |access-date=2009-05-09 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20090301050807/http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do%3Fdomain=2&docid=21738 |archive-date=March 1, 2009 }}</ref>
| 117,475 || 27,193 
|
| ||
|-
| 2005<ref name="sales05"/>
| 128,359 || 34,845 
|
| ||
|-
| 2006<ref>{{cite web|url=http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do?domain=6&docid=31596 |title=GM Reports 341,327 Deliveries In December |publisher=GM Communications |date=January 3, 2007 |access-date=2009-05-09 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20090423152022/http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewmonthlyreleasedetail.do%3Fdomain=6&docid=31596 |archive-date=April 23, 2009 }}</ref>
| 93,876 || 23,979 
|
| ||
|-
| 2007<ref name="sales08"/>
| 75,716 || 20,888 
|
| ||
|-
| 2008<ref name="sales08">{{cite web|url=http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do?domain=2&docid=51161 |title=GM Reports 221,983 Deliveries In December; 2,980,688 Vehicles Sold In 2008 |publisher=GM Communications |date=January 5, 2009 |access-date=2009-05-09 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20090423151551/http://media.gm.com/servlet/GatewayServlet?target=http://image.emerald.gm.com/gmnews/viewpressreldetail.do%3Fdomain=2&docid=51161 |archive-date=April 23, 2009 }}</ref>
| 54,346 || 14,974 
|
| ||
|-
| 2009<ref>[http://media.gm.com/content/Pages/news/us/en/2010/Jan/0105_Dec_Sales/_jcr_content/iconrow/textfile/file.res/Deliveries%20December%2009.xls Deliveries December 2009] gm.com</ref>
| 32,413 || 10,107 
|
| ||
|-
| 2010<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.cheersandgears.com/topic/74944-december-2010-sales-general-motors/ |title=December 2010 Sales: General Motors - Cheers & Gears Forums |date=3 January 2011 |publisher=Cheersandgears.com |access-date=2011-01-04}}</ref>
| 24,642 || 7,992 
|
| ||
|-
| 2011<ref>http://investor.gm.com/sales-production/docs/sales_prod/11_12/DeliveriesDecember2011.pdf {{dead link|date=November 2016 |bot=InternetArchiveBot |fix-attempted=yes }}</ref>
| 31,026 || 9,590 
|
| ||
|-
| 2012<ref>[http://media.gm.com/dld/content/Pages/news/us/en/2013/Jan/gmsales/_jcr_content/rightpar/sectioncontainer/par/download/file.res/Deliveries-December-2012.pdf Deliveries December 2012] gm.com</ref>
| 36,840 || 8,735 
|
| ||
|-
| 2013<ref>[http://media.gm.com/dld/content/dam/Media/gmcom/investor/2014/jan/Deliveries-December-2013.pdf Deliveries December 2013] gm.com</ref>
| 3,412 || 929 
|
| ||
|-
| 2014
| 8,003 || 3,070 
|274
|294|| 12,806<ref name="Thailand cars sales report 2014">{{cite web |url=http://www.headlightmag.com/salesreport_total2014/ |title=Thailand cars sales report 2014 |work=HeadlightMag.com |location=Thailand |access-date=24 Oct 2018|date=February 2015 }}</ref>
|-
| 2015<ref>[http://media.gm.com/dld/content/Pages/news/us/en/2016/Jan/0105-gmsales/_jcr_content/rightpar/sectioncontainer_0/par/download_0/file.res/GM-Deliveries-December-2015.pdf Deliveries December 2015] gm.com</ref>
| 84,430 || 30,077 
|5,095
|4,635|| 11,631<ref name="Thailand cars sales report 2015">{{cite web |url=http://www.headlightmag.com/salesreport_total2015/ |title=Thailand cars sales report 2015 |work=HeadlightMag.com |location=Thailand |access-date=24 Oct 2018|date=2016-06-10 }}</ref>
|-
| 2016<ref>[http://media.gm.com/dld/content/Pages/news/us/en/2017/jan/0104-gmsales/_jcr_content/rightpar/sectioncontainer_0/par/download_0/file.res/Deliveries-December-2016.pdf Deliveries December 2016] gm.com</ref>
| 108,725 || 37,449 
|6,569
|6,083|| 12,844<ref name="Thailand cars sales report 2016" >{{cite web |url=http://www.headlightmag.com/sales-report-december-2016/ |title=Thailand cars sales report 2016 |work=HeadlightMag.com |location=Thailand |access-date=24 Oct 2018|date=2017-01-26 }}</ref>

|-
| 2017<ref>[http://media.gm.com/dld/content/Pages/news/us/en/2018/jan/0103-gmsales/_jcr_content/rightpar/sectioncontainer_0/par/download_0/file.res/Deliveries-December-2017.pdf Deliveries December 2017] gm.com</ref>
| 112,996 || 32,106 
|8,060
|6,260|| 16,950<ref name="Thailand cars sales report 2017" >{{cite web |url=http://www.headlightmag.com/sales-report-december-2017/ |title=Thailand cars sales report 2017 |work=HeadlightMag.com |location=Thailand |access-date=24 Oct 2018|date=2018-01-29 }}</ref>
|-
| 2018<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://news.gm.com/public/us/en/gm/home/newsroom.detail.html/Pages/news/us/en/2019/jan/0103-gmsales.html|title=GM's U.S. Crossover Sales Topped 1 million in 2018|website=news.gm.com}}</ref>
| 134,842 || 33,492 
|9,489
|6,902||18,022
|-
| 2019<ref>{{cite web|url=https://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2020/jan/0103-gmsales.html|title = GM Sells More Than 1 Million Crossovers Again in 2019, and over 1 Million Full-Size Trucks|date = 3 January 2020}}</ref>
| 122,304 || 32,825 
|8,156
|4,889|| 11,540<ref name="Chevrolet cars sales report 2019" >{{cite web |url=http://www.headlightmag.com/sales-report-chevrolet-2019/ |title=Chevrolet cars sales report 2019 |work=HeadlightMag.com |location=Thailand |access-date=17 Feb 2020|date=2020-02-17 }}</ref>
|-
| 2020<ref>{{cite web|url=https://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2021/jan/0105-gmsales.html|title = GM 2020 Sales Far Outperform the U.S. Industry in Fourth Quarter and Calendar Year|date = 5 January 2021}}</ref>
| 96,238 || 25,190 
|6,648
|5,031|| 2,694<ref name="Thailand pick-up sales report 2020">{{cite web |url=http://www.headlightmag.com/sales-report-pick-up-truck-2020/ |title=Thailand pick-up sales report 2020 |work=HeadlightMag.com |date=25 January 2021 |location=Thailand |language=th |access-date=26 Jan 2021}}</ref>
|-
| 2021<ref>{{cite web|url=https://plants.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/news.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2022/jan/0104-gmsales.html|title=Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Deliver GM's 2nd Consecutive Year of Full-Size Pickup Sales Leadership in 2021|date=4 January 2022}}</ref>
| 73,008 || 24,125 
|5,571
|4,866||404
|-
| 2022<ref name="gm22">{{cite web|url=https://pressroom.gm.com/gmbx/us/en/pressroom/home/news.detail.html/Pages/news/us/en/2023/jan/0104-gmsales.html |title=GM Delivers a Year of Firsts |publisher=GM Pressroom |date=2023-01-04 |accessdate=2023-01-06}}</ref>
| 89,157 || 27,819 
|7,009
|5,587||
|-
| 2023<ref>{{cite web|url=https://pressroom.gm.com/gmbx/us/en/pressroom/home/news.detail.html/Pages/news/us/en/2024/jan/0103-gmsales.html |title=U.S. Q4 and Full-Year Sales: GM Delivers Another Year of Firsts |publisher=GM Pressroom |date=2024-01-04 |accessdate=2024-01-05}}</ref>
| 71,018 || 22,458 
|6,088
|3,750||
|-
| 2024<ref>{{cite web|url=https://pressroom.gm.com/gmbx/us/en/pressroom/home/news.detail.html/Pages/news/us/en/2025/jan/0103-gmsales.html |title=GM posts 4% sales growth in 2024, as market share keeps expanding |publisher=GM Pressroom |date=2025-01-03 |accessdate=2025-01-07}}</ref>
| 98,012 || 38,215
| 8,138<ref>{{cite web|url=https://pressroom.gm.ca/gmbx/ca/en/pressroom/home/news.detail.html/Pages/news/ca/en/2025/jan/0103_gmsales.html |title=GM is the Canadian Sales Leader for the second year in a row Driven by Historic EV Sales |publisher=GM Canada Pressroom |date=2025-01-03 |accessdate=2025-01-07}}</ref>
| 6,781
|
|}

==Awards and recognition==
* ''[[Motor Trend]]''{{'}}s 2015 Truck of the Year
* ''Motor Trend''{{'}}s 2016 Truck of the Year<ref>{{cite web|title = Chevy Pulls a Two-Fer, Takes Motor Trend Awards with New Camaro, Colorado Models|url = https://www.yahoo.com/autos/chevy-pulls-a-two-fer-takes-motor-trend-awards-173637532.html|website = www.yahoo.com| date=17 November 2015 |access-date = 2015-11-17}}</ref>
* ''[[Four Wheeler]]'' 2018 Pickup Truck of the Year (Colorado ZR2)<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.multimatic.com/press/chevrolet-zr2-pickup-truck-of-the-year|title=Multimatic &#124; Chevrolet ZR2: Pickup Truck of the Year|website=www.multimatic.com}}</ref>
* ''Motor Trend''{{'}}s 2024 Truck of the Year

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