I picked up a '24 Colorado ZR2 a couple months ago and I love it. I never had a positive opinion of Chevrolet and have driven Japanese vehicles for the last 20 years. But there was something about the ZR2 that spoke to me. And I've yet to find anything with it that bothers me. I'm usually pretty critical of my vehicles, but - so far - it's been smooth sailing. Chevy/GM did well with this design.
@@Jason-Samko I’m coming from an 03 Sierra with almost 300,000 miles on it. So yeah, the ZR2 is awesome. 😂 More than enough power too. I was really lookn’ hard at the Nissan Pro 4x , but just liked the looks of the ZR2. I know looks don’t get ya home. So I guess if I break down I’ll have a nice lookn’ truck to look at while I wait for the tow truck. 😂
I'm generally a Toyota guy but the ZR2 is a much bigger bang for buck than the Tacoma. My concerns are build quality and longevity as I tend to keep truck for awhile.
@ur_asian_milfoil I don't think I will ever buy a toyota again. I trust the domestics today to build better, better quality, better customer service and less shady stuff.
I love how his height went from 5’6 to just over 5’6 and now he’s 5’7. Soon you’re gonna be 6 ft tall😅 guy reminds me of my father in law. Personality and all. Love It!
Beautiful truck J....I recently purchased the ZR2 Bison edition of this truck at the stupid price point of 61k...but like I said on the Trailhunter review, it's a specific category for a specific buyer. I love these trucks dude.
IMO, given how pricey trucks are nowadays -- especially the "specialty" trucks (like off-roaders) -- you not only got a Chevy Colorado ZR2 but the Bison (by AEV) for $61K. Not bad really. The ZR2 is very capable off-road, and on-road it's probably very comfortable to drive on long trips as well. One of my concerns would be MPG numbers (compared to my current truck), so I'd have to look at those. -- BR
Currently I'm getting 14.7 mpg but I've only driven it a few hundred miles. The TFL guys did a mpg test on the Canyon At4x Aev truck and got 19.2 on a long road trip. I also have a regular 2024 Canyon Elevation trim level w/o all the armor and it's getting 20.5 mpg after 1k miles.
@@aaronbutler3585 Yes, it should do better after it's broken in. Even with that extra weight (armor) AEV installs it should improve some. But of course, all the "off-road-focused/serious 4x4s" have the same issue: Poor MPG numbers. "It goes with the territory" as the saying goes. At least yours isn't a "box" going through the air like mine is, but since they're also lifted, that hurts MPG every time. No low-to-the ground & air-dam gas-saver nonsense for US by god! ;-) "Jeep Wave" ;-) -- BR
It might be because I have the leather seat package on my 23 ZR2, but mine has map pockets on both driver and passenger seats (unless they changed that for 24 MY). I'm 10K in on the truck and besides some minor electronic bugs when I first got it, it's been amazing. Highly recommend it and this is coming for someone who also has a 2019 Tacoma.
Great video, Jason! Just watched this on the Chevy Colorado for the first time on Tuesday, 20 August. This was the day after you said the Colorado, the Ram and the Gladiator were the three top pickups on your short list. I'll look into a Colorado more when Deb and I are on the Mainland in late Sept or early Oct. Thanks again for you superb advice! Andy McKane.
Keyless, dual climate, and they moved the rear shocks from the 2023 and older. I'm waiting to buy one of these used. Savannah, my favorite Southern city. Greetings from Mayberry, NC.
Had a 2023 ZR2 that had a lot of software bugs and parts/issues. Now I have a 24”MY Bison with only some minor panel fit issues and lock issues, but apart from that it’s a nice truck. Wait a few years and this will be a solid truck. Wish it had more backseat room and more power… a 10 speed v6 would be great… Maybe I should get a Raptor, but we’ll see.
That ranger raptor in northeast Tennessee was going to cost me 59 grand plus greedy Ford dealers 10 grand markup and 9.75% Tennessee sakes tax. I refused to pay almost 77 grand to own that truck. So I just decided 3 weeks ago to buy a 2024 zr2 in the harvest brinze metallic color.
Don’t wait! The prices are inching up each quarter. They are going to be some tremendous deals out there in September. I just purchased one and I got about 10% off MSRP. (Straight purchase, No trade)
Pooler is a nice area and so close to Savanna and the beaches. Good review as always. I was on the fence between this and the Gladiator but last week pulled the trigger on a new Mojave. $14000 off at Jimmy Britt and a fair trade on my 2020 jlu rubicon. My need became urgent so I couldn’t wait longer. So far loving the Mojave.
I had mine for 2 weeks now. So far, the only 2 complaints are the front fender flares are loose, but the dealer will fix that Monday. Also, the side steps should have been standard.
@kendavis9973 no idea. I just went there to see this specific truck. Best way to shop them would be to look up online and see if they are doing any add ins and see what the price is.
Good question. I honestly don't know. I'd look up the length of the bed and width and compare that the the length and with of the quad. But remeber it's not just front to rear tire that matters. Make sure you take I to account where the front of the quad will hit the front of the bed and measure from there to the back of the rear tire .
The truck beside the ZR2 is not a Z71 as you stated several times. The truck beside it is a 4X4 LT. You can tell by the wheels. The Z71 is 3" lower in it's lowest configuration although some configurations make it the same height as the ZR2.
@Tylander_ 2 completely different category of vehicles. A closer comparison would be between the trd pro and the standard zr2. And even that is a far stretch. As the zr2 offers a front locker, ability to use the rear locker in 4 high. All 3 are great trucks. But the apples to apples would be trd pro to standard zr2. And that is a 25k price difference.
Good question. I know it has a low mode but not sure how many gears it let's you go thru. Never tried it while test driving. And I should have I drove 7 of these now. I should of checked that!
ALWAYS been a GMC guy. But GMC priced themselves out of my pay grade. I went with Honda Ridgeline for quality & bang for the buck. Tows my 3640 lb bass boat with ease.
@@Jason-Samko yep. I’m clearly not educated. I thought the “MT” stood for mud terrain. Thanks for clarifying. Btw in my area these base models are listed for 43k.
I agree with ya on the zr2 interior colors. A nice option would have been a couple of choices. A big part of my choice for the z71 was the black interior with red stitching.
@@jedioutcast888 I wanted the additional electronic front locking differentials so I passed on buying the Colorado z71 model and bought the zr2 instead.
If all you can complain about is the stitching on the interior then you should run down to the dealer and buy it. Sheesh. I’m 68 years old and I love it.
Back seat as far as putting anyone back there except for children an afterthought. Typical of mid size pickups. Rest of the truck very cool and capable. New Tacoma they ruined the looks. Much more aggressive look vs. Ranger.
It can be a safety hazard to bring all the windows back up automatically with people and kids hands/arms out the window! This was actually a smart move! And if you get leather interior, you get seat pockets on both seats in the back and an armrest in back!
Ford dealers are crooks adding 10 grand markup on base 59k price of 2024 ranger raptor. By the time I would have added 9,75% Tennessee sakes tax that raptor was found to cost me around 77 grand. So I decided to buy Colorado zr2 for 51 grand plus 9.75% taxes saving me about 21 grand over buying that ranger raptor.
I hate this interior. Felt very cheap with all the low grade plastic. I also hated the 4 cylinder sound and feel. It’s too bad because it’s a great looking truck on the outside.
1st indication of how this truck will turn out is that even the keyless entry will let you down. Sorry but while chev looks good, long term reliability is garbage.
It didn't let me down. You have to push the button on the handle to unlock it. I was just used to my jeep and my 4 runner. Nothing about this truck is a let down and nothing about it is garbage as far as think. I love everything about this truck
If i felt that way after an experience with a single vehicle I would not be able to buy anything today. I have had bad experience with all of the brands at one time or another..
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The new GMC Canyon and Chevy Colorado redesigns are outstanding. Great trucks!
Agree 100%
They need better interior materials. Lots of cheap plastics. Exterior looks amazing. I won’t buy a 4 cylinder truck though.
I picked up a '24 Colorado ZR2 a couple months ago and I love it. I never had a positive opinion of Chevrolet and have driven Japanese vehicles for the last 20 years. But there was something about the ZR2 that spoke to me. And I've yet to find anything with it that bothers me. I'm usually pretty critical of my vehicles, but - so far - it's been smooth sailing. Chevy/GM did well with this design.
@CurtGodwin love hearing that. Such a great truck!
Bought a 24 ZR2 last week. Sterling silver. So far so good. It’s badass. Lots of power. I’m 6’1” 200 lbs. Plenty of room.
Congrats! I'm 6'2'' and wondering how you fit and if you got a sunroof? I prefer without for more headroom. Enjoy the ride!
@@gregjoubert5118 No sunroof.
Congratulations on an amazing truck
@@Jason-Samko I’m coming from an 03 Sierra with almost 300,000 miles on it. So yeah, the ZR2 is awesome. 😂 More than enough power too. I was really lookn’ hard at the Nissan Pro 4x , but just liked the looks of the ZR2. I know looks don’t get ya home. So I guess if I break down I’ll have a nice lookn’ truck to look at while I wait for the tow truck. 😂
@@TADD29 Id buy the colorado over the pro 4x2 too. The zr2 is a whole level of capability that is hard to match.
Took my new ZR2 thru 15,000 miles of hard core wheeling. Rolled 7 badge trails in Moab. It's a beast.
@barryguffey8061 very nice! Such a great truck
I almost bought a Colorado or Canyon. They are beautiful. And of the 4 cyl Turbos they seem to be the best. GM did a great job with this truck.
Agree 100%
I hated the engine when I drove it.
@@ryanb8736what didn’t you like about it? I haven’t test drove one yet since I’m still like a year to two out of hopefully getting a truck
Love the Genuine thorough reviews! I bought a 24 ZR2 3 weeks ago and I love it!
Congratulations on such an amazing truck
I'm generally a Toyota guy but the ZR2 is a much bigger bang for buck than the Tacoma. My concerns are build quality and longevity as I tend to keep truck for awhile.
Build quality is phenomenal. Longevity is gonna be pretty solid too as we new have many silverados with this motor pushing 80-100k miles on them.
Probably a lot better than the new Tacoma
@dominica2765 100% in my opinion and I have alot of time in both. Build quality alone is night and day with the nod going to chevy
Never fall for the domestic car hype lol 😆 they have done this for years ripping off thier own customers lol stick to imports
@ur_asian_milfoil I don't think I will ever buy a toyota again. I trust the domestics today to build better, better quality, better customer service and less shady stuff.
I love how his height went from 5’6 to just over 5’6 and now he’s 5’7. Soon you’re gonna be 6 ft tall😅 guy reminds me of my father in law. Personality and all. Love It!
5'6" AND A HALF....so I can go either way depending on the mood..lol
22 Colorado Zr2 Colorado with the last yr with all aluminum v6 bullet proof. Love it for 52.000 gm cat back and gm cold air intake.
Beautiful truck J....I recently purchased the ZR2 Bison edition of this truck at the stupid price point of 61k...but like I said on the Trailhunter review, it's a specific category for a specific buyer. I love these trucks dude.
The zr2 and the bison are incredible machines
IMO, given how pricey trucks are nowadays -- especially the "specialty" trucks (like off-roaders) -- you not only got a Chevy Colorado ZR2 but the Bison (by AEV) for $61K. Not bad really. The ZR2 is very capable off-road, and on-road it's probably very comfortable to drive on long trips as well. One of my concerns would be MPG numbers (compared to my current truck), so I'd have to look at those.
-- BR
Currently I'm getting 14.7 mpg but I've only driven it a few hundred miles. The TFL guys did a mpg test on the Canyon At4x Aev truck and got 19.2 on a long road trip. I also have a regular 2024 Canyon Elevation trim level w/o all the armor and it's getting 20.5 mpg after 1k miles.
@@aaronbutler3585 Yes, it should do better after it's broken in. Even with that extra weight (armor) AEV installs it should improve some. But of course, all the "off-road-focused/serious 4x4s" have the same issue: Poor MPG numbers. "It goes with the territory" as the saying goes. At least yours isn't a "box" going through the air like mine is, but since they're also lifted, that hurts MPG every time.
No low-to-the ground & air-dam gas-saver nonsense for US by god! ;-)
"Jeep Wave" ;-)
-- BR
It might be because I have the leather seat package on my 23 ZR2, but mine has map pockets on both driver and passenger seats (unless they changed that for 24 MY). I'm 10K in on the truck and besides some minor electronic bugs when I first got it, it's been amazing. Highly recommend it and this is coming for someone who also has a 2019 Tacoma.
@scottcruikshank138 probably because it's the leather upgrade. Glad you are loving yours!
I'm not a off road guy but that's a nice truck 🛻🛻🛻🛻👍💪
@TomStarcevich-fb3qo sure is sexy and capable. But if not an off roader the best option would be the trailboss. Also very sexy and 10k cheaper.
Thanks for the review, you're awesome & your channel too, inc the driving offroad tips videos you do. Thanks buddy, wish you the best & keep rockin.
Thank you. Greatly appreciated!
Bought a 2024 z71 a month ago! Very impressive truck
@@David-f8n congratulations on a great truck
Beautiful rig. Thanks for the video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video, Jason! Just watched this on the Chevy Colorado for the first time on Tuesday, 20 August. This was the day after you said the Colorado, the Ram and the Gladiator were the three top pickups on your short list. I'll look into a Colorado more when Deb and I are on the Mainland in late Sept or early Oct. Thanks again for you superb advice! Andy McKane.
Hope you guys have an amazing trip to utah
@@Jason-Samko Thanks, Jason. Have a wonderful remainder of the summer! Andy
Hey Jason, I just ordered mine virtually identical to this Red one in your video. Picking it up August 15th!!!
Go pick up a commission check from GM!
@@robertedwards3822 I'm so jealous! Congratulations
Keyless, dual climate, and they moved the rear shocks from the 2023 and older. I'm waiting to buy one of these used. Savannah, my favorite Southern city. Greetings from Mayberry, NC.
@@tomcurran8470 yep rhe shock relocate on the zr2 is a huge benefit. Savannah is a beautiful place!
I never thought anyone could beat Toyota in the mid size truck market. But the ZR2 is a much better vehicle. Toyota isn’t Toyota anymore.
@DavidRego-wn4lz I do agree in the midsize world the gm twins are at the top
My friend really wants to be 5’ 7” 😊, nice work on the review
@@mikeburton8426 depends on the shoes I'm wearing😂😂
Had a 2023 ZR2 that had a lot of software bugs and parts/issues. Now I have a 24”MY Bison with only some minor panel fit issues and lock issues, but apart from that it’s a nice truck. Wait a few years and this will be a solid truck. Wish it had more backseat room and more power… a 10 speed v6 would be great… Maybe I should get a Raptor, but we’ll see.
All 3 of those are great trucks.
That ranger raptor in northeast Tennessee was going to cost me 59 grand plus greedy Ford dealers 10 grand markup and 9.75% Tennessee sakes tax. I refused to pay almost 77 grand to own that truck. So I just decided 3 weeks ago to buy a 2024 zr2 in the harvest brinze metallic color.
@@harolddenton6031 smart choice. I would do exactly the same
I am hoping to buy a ZR2 next year. Thanks for the review.
@@CraigG21 such a great truck. You will love it
Don’t wait! The prices are inching up each quarter. They are going to be some tremendous deals out there in September. I just purchased one and I got about 10% off MSRP. (Straight purchase, No trade)
@@robertedwards3822 very nice! congrats on an amazing truck
Pooler is a nice area and so close to Savanna and the beaches. Good review as always. I was on the fence between this and the Gladiator but last week pulled the trigger on a new Mojave. $14000 off at Jimmy Britt and a fair trade on my 2020 jlu rubicon. My need became urgent so I couldn’t wait longer. So far loving the Mojave.
Outstanding and congratulations on your amazing new truck! Jimmy Britt guys are excellent.
I need my good music. How is the sound system!?
@Cycl0nefreddy didn't turn it up to see. Sorry couldn't help with that one
The bose upgraded stereo system is quite loud. Good quality sound as well.
That is a very nice truck way nicer than the Tacoma. It looks way better too.
@@dominica2765 agree on both.
My next truck.
@@371kenny can't go wrong. Love this truck
The 33 inch tires are plenty big. Look great and the 3 inch factory lift is high! Wife can barely get in,
I had mine for 2 weeks now. So far, the only 2 complaints are the front fender flares are loose, but the dealer will fix that Monday. Also, the side steps should have been standard.
@@dwightengle8802 congratulations on such a great truck
What was the MSRP ? Does this deal ship have forced ad on’s ?
@kendavis9973 no idea. I just went there to see this specific truck. Best way to shop them would be to look up online and see if they are doing any add ins and see what the price is.
Great review Jason. Do you think I could get a regular sized quad ( I have Suzuki 400 ) in the bed of te ZR2 with the tailgate down. Thanks
Good question. I honestly don't know. I'd look up the length of the bed and width and compare that the the length and with of the quad. But remeber it's not just front to rear tire that matters. Make sure you take I to account where the front of the quad will hit the front of the bed and measure from there to the back of the rear tire .
The truck beside the ZR2 is not a Z71 as you stated several times. The truck beside it is a 4X4 LT. You can tell by the wheels. The Z71 is 3" lower in it's lowest configuration although some configurations make it the same height as the ZR2.
How do you feel about thay 2.7 litter engine? Dependability wise?
@@moemami87 I trust it 100% as much as any other motor. Atleast for 150k miles
@@Jason-Samko150K miles in a Tacoma is what we would call “just breaking in”😅
Tacoma TRD Pro or Colorado Bison? MPGs are swaying me towards the Taco, but the Bison is a few $k less.
@Tylander_ 2 completely different category of vehicles. A closer comparison would be between the trd pro and the standard zr2. And even that is a far stretch. As the zr2 offers a front locker, ability to use the rear locker in 4 high. All 3 are great trucks. But the apples to apples would be trd pro to standard zr2. And that is a 25k price difference.
Does it have a manual shift mode like the Jeep?
Good question. I know it has a low mode but not sure how many gears it let's you go thru. Never tried it while test driving. And I should have I drove 7 of these now. I should of checked that!
Yes it has manual shift option. Used it 2 weeks ago while driving my 2024 zr2 in the rich mountain area by hot springs,nc.
@harolddenton6031 thank you for the answer
Wish they made an suv version of the colorado to compete with the 4 runner.
@@ChopperChad that would be awesome
Dose it come in a V6
it does not. 2.7 turbo 4 only.
TY for information about on height differences within single version of a product, Chevy Colorado.
Glad you enjoyed it.
Yes, you can get a Z71 with the Trail Boss package, but the truck is not as off-road as the Trail Boss or ZR2.
ALWAYS been a GMC guy. But GMC priced themselves out of my pay grade. I went with Honda Ridgeline for quality & bang for the buck. Tows my 3640 lb bass boat with ease.
@@stevehenderson2571 Ridgeline is a great truck
Nice truck! Toss up between the TRD Pro, but I believe the Pro looks better interior and some angles on the exterior!.
@@mcruz4467 2 great trucks
Another great video
@@jayfleegle9455 thanks
i might change to a k02 for daily driving and it might improve gas mileage. correct me if im wrong here. thanks for posting!
I don't think a heavier ko2 will get better has millage thst the stockers
@@Jason-Samko i thought mud terrains were heavier?
@jameskocks4734 these are a light weight c rated maximum traction not mud terrain that are stock
@@Jason-Samko yep. I’m clearly not educated. I thought the “MT” stood for mud terrain. Thanks for clarifying. Btw in my area these base models are listed for 43k.
@@jameskocks4734 i was not educated on the maximum terrain "MT" either until someone pointed it out to me when I had my 2023 zr2 on order.
Press the button on the door handle to lock/unlock a Chebbie 😂
Thanks. So used to my 4 runner and gladiator
My only complaint on the Colorado ZR2 is the interior stitching color, they only offer it in that puke yellow color.
I like the color. But agree more color options would be nice.
@INNIMA I like it too and I'm twice your age😂
I agree with ya on the zr2 interior colors. A nice option would have been a couple of choices. A big part of my choice for the z71 was the black interior with red stitching.
@@jedioutcast888 I wanted the additional electronic front locking differentials so I passed on buying the Colorado z71 model and bought the zr2 instead.
If all you can complain about is the stitching on the interior then you should run down to the dealer and buy it. Sheesh. I’m 68 years old and I love it.
Door panels feel cheap. Rest of truck is beast
I test drove one recently, couldn’t stomach the awful tinny sounding 4 cylinder. No thanks. Bought a full size with V8.
And the price is right arm and your left leg. 💵🥶
@@aarsenalfan dirt cheap price in comparison to all others in it's class
@@Jason-Samko YOU ALL PRETENDING to be BILLIONAIRES, 99% UF US CAN'T AFFORD THAT. STOP SELLING "DREAMS".
Back seat as far as putting anyone back there except for children an afterthought. Typical of mid size pickups. Rest of the truck very cool and capable. New Tacoma they ruined the looks. Much more aggressive look vs. Ranger.
@snoboyz3 but as far as mid size trucks go the colorado is very good.
It can be a safety hazard to bring all the windows back up automatically with people and kids hands/arms out the window! This was actually a smart move! And if you get leather interior, you get seat pockets on both seats in the back and an armrest in back!
@@jamesdarren9149 great point
Forget the kids, how about your dog, LOL. If I tell my Golden to get away from the window, he obeys.
Look at the ranger raptor first before making a decision.
Raptor is a great truck but 15-18k more right now on average. and a whole lot of tech and electronics that steer me right back to the zr2.
Ford dealers are crooks adding 10 grand markup on base 59k price of 2024 ranger raptor. By the time I would have added 9,75% Tennessee sakes tax that raptor was found to cost me around 77 grand. So I decided to buy Colorado zr2 for 51 grand plus 9.75% taxes saving me about 21 grand over buying that ranger raptor.
I hate this interior. Felt very cheap with all the low grade plastic. I also hated the 4 cylinder sound and feel. It’s too bad because it’s a great looking truck on the outside.
Nice looking truck to bad its has turbos
1st indication of how this truck will turn out is that even the keyless entry will let you down.
Sorry but while chev looks good, long term reliability is garbage.
It didn't let me down. You have to push the button on the handle to unlock it. I was just used to my jeep and my 4 runner. Nothing about this truck is a let down and nothing about it is garbage as far as think. I love everything about this truck
Had One Chevy , NEVER AGAIN !
What was your experience?
If i felt that way after an experience with a single vehicle I would not be able to buy anything today. I have had bad experience with all of the brands at one time or another..
@@Jason-Samko Been driving Toyota’s since 87 ,Never let me down.Lucky I guess! Just sayin!
@@Jason-Samko Oh also ,all were Japan built
Had a '92 Cavalier and now a 2018 Silverado and they had/have been very reliable.