2018 Chevy Colorado V6 Review & Test Drive | Well Rounded Midsize Truck
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- Опубликовано: 21 июл 2024
- The 2018 Chevy Colorado V6 is a great option for many truck buyers. In the midsize segment, it tows more than others, has respectable payload, fairly comfortable interior, and impressive MPG with every powertrain combination. The 3.6 V6 is my personal preference due to it's good acceleration. The 2.8 Duramax Diesel is available for those who want more efficiency and torque with 700lbs more towing. This particular model is the LT trim which sits middle of the road just below the Z71 and ZR2. I've reviewed the Honda Ridgeline and Toyota Tacoma and found the Colorado completely different than both of those. Each of those trucks tend to market to different buyers, but this Colorado is a good blend of everything small truck buyers are looking for. Enjoy this 2018 Chevrolet Colorado LT review.
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This Colorado was priced at $33,085. What did you think and how does it compare to others? Let me know what you think!
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Great review. Make sure you wear the same shirt whenever you get to review a Kia Sedona ;)
Haha yes!! I’ll be sure to do that, I wear a different Sedona shirt in my next review lol. Then another review coming soon will take place in Sedona! Thanks again for watching!
Beautiful truck! Im between the GMC small truck an upcoming new Ranger.
For sure! Tough decision. The Ranger has good numbers on paper, I haven’t been in one yet though. Sounds like a nice truck but not sure how the pricing will compare
I leased my truck three years ago. I’m coming up to the end of my lease and I have decided to go ahead and buy this truck. The V6 is very responsive and has some guts to it.
I love the Colorado so much that I bought a 2021 Work Truck. The V6 was so powerful and efficient, that a six hours tow from Phoenix to Vegas with my 4200lbs of trailer and race car now only takes 5.5hrs due to the greater hill climbing ability than my 2004 Colorado with a 3.5L 5cyl engine. I look forward to traveling through more of the country with my extra power and towing capabilities my new Colorado has!😀
Another great review. Keep them coming!
Thanks, Aaron! I appreciate that!
I like your review much better than Consumer Reports. They have their predisposed negative comments on the Colorado
Thanks, Wayne! I know what you mean with them..it seems they’ve got their minds made up already with a lot of vehicles they test. I try to come to each one with an open mind and more of a positive stance. Glad you enjoyed the review! 👍
I’ve got a z71 2018 colorado and it’s the best truck I’ve had. And those shocks ! Boy I have a ball in this truck
Bought one yesterday and i am very pleased. I am still trying to get used to an automatic. Beautiful exterior and the interior is great.
I’m going to buy mine today super excited
definitely going to buy one the Colorado is so cool
Awesome!
It's called "Cajun Red" because it's the same color as a crawfish shell late in the season after it's boiled. Late in the season, dark red shells are common and indicate harder shells, which are harder to peel.
That’s awesome, thanks for sharing!
I'm totally messing with you about that. But that explanation makes me laugh XD
Haha yeah I figured. Never know with some of the comments I get lol. Thanks for watching, congrats on your new Colorado too!
Nice review. I’m torn between the Colorado, Tacoma and even considering a Silverado since they have up to $12,000 in rebates now, making them close in price. Well done reviews help almost as much as a test drive. Thanks.
Thanks very much! Dang tough choice to make! If you will use the extra space/towing capability...Silverado is fantastic. I’m testing a 1500 right now and have been really comfortable
Colorado or Tacoma...each has pros and cons so kind of depends what’s most important to ya. Good luck with your decision! 👍
We just bought a Colorado LT about amonth ago. I'm wishing I had the extra room of the Silverado, but it wouldn't fit under our car port lol Colorados are nice though. They almost look like a larger truck than they actually are.
I ended up going with the Tacoma. Rumor was they don’t make deals on them in 4wd versions, so I went to CFL Toyota a bit irritated after OffLeaseOnly sold a 2018 Silverado 4x4 out from under me, frustrated after months of looking. Got it for $4500 off MSRP, 2018 TRD OffRoad for $34,800 with running boards and window tint added in, no charge. I like something different about each truck, but decided i’d go with the Toyota if they would deal and they did. Happy I tried and didn’t listen to some of the forums about deals.
Awesome, thanks for the update. Hope you enjoy your new Taco! 👍
I've got one, love it.
At 9600 miles still great truck, the Colorado has changed my mind on Chevy products. Bad news for Ford. Getting 18.2 MPG average while driving around Phoenix. Highway trips it jumps to 24.3 MPG. 3.6 under light throttle goes to v4 mode around town. Love the 8" screen upgrade, along with locking diff on my 2wd. Walked out the dealer on my black LT trim at $32,700. With 0 down and lock in 4% its reasonable monthly payments. The bad of the Colorado are the following, placement of the shifter is located in such a way I hit it with my legs. Another ding are the jump seat are useless and wish they had a cargo storage option over the seat, which I would jump on in a heatbeat. Another minor miss is the sensitivity of the alert system which was included in this truck. Positive note it can be turned off manually. Overall love my Colorado as much as my 2011 Ranger. That's saying lots as I was not a Chevy fan until this truck.
Awesome, David! I’m happy to hear that and thanks for sharing the things you don’t like either. It’s always good to know. I hope you continue to enjoy it!
Good remarks. I'm between new GMC small truck & new upcoming Ranger!
Best review of the Colorado I’ve seen. Thank you for making this. Question for you. Where did you find a smartphone gimbal where you can still plug in a microphone? My gimbal puts the connection against one of the gimbal motors. If I flip the phone over, the camera is behind the gimbal arm.
Thank you! It’s made by Snoppa. It’s the Snoppa M1. Only reason I got this gimbal was for the exact reason you mention. Not great but gets the job done
Prime Autotainment, thank you for answering my question about the Snoppa M1 gimbal. I have not heard of that brand before. I already own a gimbal but if I had known bout this feature and model I would have went with the one you use so I could plug in a microphone.
By the way, I’m going to order a Colorado tomorrow through my employer. We have a limited selection of offerings, From GM I think its a Malibu, Equinox, or Colorado. I’m selecting the 2019 Chevrolet Colorado LT - 4x4 Crew Cab 5 ft. box 128.3 in. WB - (12N43) then adding the towing package, locking differential, and the LT convenience pack (fog lamps, defrost rear window & side mirrors, opening rear window, EZ lift gate, & remote start)
The video you made helped me make up my mind. Thank you.
It’s possible that you could maybe put a counter weight on the gimbal and slide your phone out enough to fit a microphone...maybe. If it’s not too heavy. You’re welcome though, I got that Snoppa on Amazon if you decide to get it.
That’s awesome! Good choice with the trim and options too. I think it’s a good value. I’m glad the video was helpful and I appreciate you sharing that with me! 👍
I know for 2019 you can order the LT with full leather interior. The storage space on top of dash is where a Bose speaker goes with the upgraded stereo which is also available on LT. With luxury package LT gets projector headlights and power seats with passenger seats. Safety package only available on LT in 19 and now includes back up warning. Also in 2019 steering wheel is heated. This truck just keeps getting better.
Awesome that’s good to know! It’s nice when they make updates year by year instead of waiting until redesign time. Thanks for sharing
@@PrimeAutotainment Yes GM has been doing the incremental updates on the Colorado since 2015. So is the steering pretty nice? I test drove the 4WD models but I have a 2WD on order.. Never drove on though. But from you commits it sounds good. I liked how the 4WD felt as well.
It seems to drive pretty nice for a truck. More nimble than expected if I remember right. That’s awesome!!
Dad wants to get one and had got me interested as well
It’s a solid choice!
Really thinking about going from my 2010 Silverado crew cab to this, for gas mileage and new features
Zach Alsup don’t blame you. It’s quite capable for a “smaller” truck. You’ll feel the difference in space but it’s still a nice truck.
Me too.
The Colorado is a nice truck. Its boxy 90's exterior is similar to Sierra and Silverado which gives it a macho look. Its practical, well equipped and runs excellent if you buy it new.
You’re right about that, thanks for the input!
Boxy? This is the furthest thing from boxy...
@@coryr9938 Boxy? No. I got bugs on the front of the rear wheel flares
Is it normal that the lights stay on during day time ?? My truck does that also and i have to switched off manually
I have a 2018 Colorado LT 4x4 with the V-6. Great truck so far. Like it better than my old 2010 Tacoma 4x4.
Awesome, glad to hear it! I hope you continue to enjoy it, thanks for sharing!
REALLY enjoying my '18 Colorado z71 4wd. Have taken it across the country from northern MN to soCal, then up to snowy Mammoth in the eastern Sierras. The auto 4wd was just right for spotty ice patches, although we snicked it into 4H on constant snow or ice. I'm disappointed they don't offer a manual transmission in the z71 trim. I find it safer to be able to choose a lower gear manually. Oh well. Otherwise all good. Tight, quiet, surprisingly competent. Love this truck!
@@perzuki-9218 I have the 2015. Did they do away with the manual setting? I run in Drive but soon as I hit winter conditions I pop it in to M and control my gears.
Do you still have it? If so, how is it holding up? Thanks!
Sold!@@ang3r3dv3t
I have a 2018 frontier 4 cylinder nice truck but I’m ready to pay it off & trade it in for one of these 🙏
Just perfect 👌
What can I do for a smoother driving experience?
Do all 2018 comes with a hitch?
Excellent video great job I own one and really like it But why cant they get rid of 20 year old technology?
1. Push Button Start (Dislike the key insert) and 2. LED bulbs I dont understand this part and I have owned Chevrolet all my life
Thanks Dave! I know what you mean...I was surprised to see that...especially the bulbs.
It's a great truck
i have this same truck , Even the same color LT . Purchased it in may of this year , Love it best of all the trucks i have owned, the 6cyl is all the power any one will ever need.
Does the Colorado has lumbar support?? Of so how much?
This LT trim doesn't have adjustable lumbar support, but the Z71 trim does.
It seemed about average for it's built in lx support and shaping. Not a ton of lower back support with this trim. I didn't get to spend very much time in it to really know just how comfortable it is.
Yes but not with 1:26 those old fashioned incandescent turn signals, running lights & tail lights. This is the 2018-19 model year & LED's are realistically doable for automakers NOT 2B slacking off on the technology.
I agree! Disappointing to see that...can’t remember but I’m pretty sure even the ZR2 has halogen headlights and incandescent turn signals... 👎
Wait wait wait. I don't understand how people get a pickup truck and they skip out on getting a bed liner.
It will cost more
This makes 8 more HP than the old colorado V8! (less TQ though)
That model does not have a rear locking differential. I think you meant a limited slip rear differential. FYI
nel m this one had it as a $325 option. I should have specified that and made it known that it’s not standard. Sorry about that, thanks for pointing that out
Prime Autotainment ....ah ok
...I was going on your explanation on the video and the fact that "locking diffs" are not " automatic". Did you mean the limited slip differential is a $325 option? Locking diffs and limited slip diffs are 2 different animals although have a similar purpose. A true locking diff cannot be used on pavement otherwise, you destroy the drivetrain of the vehicle.
nel m I get ya. It actually has an automatic locking rear differential. Can’t remember the RPM or speed range but it actually locks up and disengages at a certain speed. It’s called the G80 Eaton Locking Rear Differential. The Silverado has it too
nel m after a quick search here’s an article in it: www.google.com/amp/s/www.topspeed.com/trucks/truck-news/deep-dive-general-motors-g80-locking-rear-differential-ar169064.amp.html
I had an ‘06 Silverado that had it and could actually feel it lockup when on snow or ice. It isn’t that abrupt nowadays but it’s a full on equal torque to both wheels locker. Definitely was awesome when off the pavement. It didn’t ever lockup when I was in dry pavement though
Prime Autotainment...Wow...Ok....I learn something everyday! Thank you.
Definitely a great value. I wonder if it has the longevity of Its main competitors
Yes I agree. That’s the big question! I guess time will tell
Despite being a GM product, its still is a successful truck and lots of first time buyers for this cutie. Another factor is also due to the fact the Ford Ranger isnt available anytime soon so definitely a hit "American" buyers
Hikmatullah , Despite?
Yes sir despite because most GM products arent good enough as to stand ground with the competition
Hikmatullah spoken by an import owner
Do all 8-speeds have hill descent assist?
Matt Christopher it’s only on a Z71 or ZR2 according to a specs sheet from Chevy
Matt Christopher You can pull the shifter to low . There is a tap shifter on the shift handle to manually downshift. All newer makes of cars have this function
Wayne Weckwerth thanks for mentioning that! Good point that I didn’t think about. It works quite well!
My girlfriend just bought a black Z71 crew cab long bed and are driving across the country to Seattle in August towing my Fiesta ST. I guess we will see how that hill descent works going through the Rockies!
For sure! Have a great trip!
I can get a Colorado WT with V6 4x4 extended cab/long bed, tow package, spray-in bed liner, foglights, vinyl seats and 7" screen with Apple Carplay & Android Auto, and 16" Ultra Silver metallic cast aluminum wheels (Kinetic Blue +$325 color option). ($33,295)
Ford Ranger XL - 4x4, vinyl seats, supercab/long bed, tow package, drop in bed-liner, Sync, 16" steel wheels (no CarPlay or Foglights) - $32,540
Difference: $755 (If I remove the Foglights and the Kinetic Blue color options off the Colorado, there is no price difference, plus I would be getting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. But, my area gets foggy a lot, so I want fog lights, which is NOT an option or available on a Ranger XL, and I reallllllly like blue color vehicles.
I don't want to jump up 10K for easy to clean leather seats, and cloth seats are hard to clean, stain, and get stinky. Also, count me out on 18+ inch wheels on a pick up - I want some sidewall and tire.
I like the pricing you got there! That kinetic blue does look pretty cool too, and good idea going with thicker tires...low profile tires would kind of scare me going off road.
Thinking of Off-roading, I would have the 16" Ultra Silver metallic cast aluminum wheels on the Colorado powder coated black, which is the same as what they do on the Black Edition, and have a set of Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tires installed. While I am not doing much off-roading, there are plenty of local dirt and gravel roads, roads that have not been taken care of in a few decades, and plenty of snow and ice. To get those wheels and tires on a Z71, it's a $3500 accessory option (only an option for the Z71). DIY is under $1000.
Very nice! Way to save some $$$! I also like the way black wheels look. It’s fun to get on some no maintenance roads and see how it goes 👍
I have a long bed I love it
That’s awesome, good choice. Thanks for sharing that! 👍
The Ford F-150 has active grill shutters.
Are you going to do your "5 likes and dislikes" video on this this truck?
Slk Ric if I can get one for longer term like the press cars I definitely will that way I can spend nite time in it and get a better feel for it
Review a Nissan frontier
I’ve been wanting to...don’t have access to a dealer though. Nissan is sending me a Titan so hopefully a Frontier down the road! 👍
Did he just pronounced billet at bilayed
no wireless charging?
The ZR2 has it, but not this one. I’m pretty sure the LT Z71 doesn’t either
You seem a little nervous. You need to slow down a little when your talking. They need to keep their motors and stop with all the changing. Pick a six cylinder and stick with it. Just make improvements to the motors they have instead of changing. Bring back the 305 and the 350! One of the reasons I chose the Tacoma over the Chevy was sight. I can see out of the Tacoma a lot better. The Chevy is much harder to see out of looking back and to the sides. Chevy needs to work on that. Too many blind spots. Give me a Colorado that has some off road ability without a darn $49,000 price tag! Do like Toyota and offer me one for around 35 or 34.
Thanks for the feedback, Tom! I agree with you on the motors..and the Tacoma offering off road capability at lower prices is great. Thanks for watching!
The 49k Colorado Zr2 blows the TRD Offroad out of the water, the best in the segment is going to cost some money man.
@@JohnBrowningsGhost First Tacoma outsells Chevy and GMC mid-size trucks by more than 2 to 1! So overall, the majority of Americans agree with me. "blows it out of the water" that something a young teen says. Not worth the response. Most Americans also agree with me that the truck is too expensive. 67% of Americans agree with me. Now they are letting around 14,000 employees go and closing three plants. This is after the taxpayers bailed them out. Even worse, they have yet to pay back 11 billion dollars loaned to them with taxpayer money! Their reputation just isn't what it used to be. Their mid-size truck has been canceled twice so far due to poor sales.
I wouldnt even call it a midsize... Its almost as big as the Silverado
That’s the class, it’s still quite a bit smaller in every aspect, exterior, front/backseats, cargo bed...
Any truck with the air dam needs to just remove it.....
I know I would!
Why on earth would anyone go offroading in a 2WD truck dude. 🤣🤣