• The 2024 Chevy Colorado comes exclusively as a four-door crew cab with a 5-foot-2-inch bed, offering six unique trims, including the all-new Trail Boss.

• Under the hood, Chevy has replaced the previous generation’s V-6 and Duramax options with a modern 2.7-liter turbocharged engine. Depending on the trim, this engine delivers anywhere from 237 horsepower in the base model to a robust 310 horsepower in the higher-output versions.

• You can choose between rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive, though trims like the Z71, Trail Boss, and ZR2 come standard with 4×4 capability.

• The Colorado punches above its weight in terms of towing capacity, with a class-leading capacity of up to 7,700 pounds.

• A healthy amount of tech comes as standard including a massive 11.3-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and standard active safety features.

In this article, our team of experts dives deep into the Chevy Colorado’s available configurations – we have broken down trims, body styles, engines, and everything else, to help you find the one that fits you best.

Chevrolet Colorado Configurations

Overview

While the Silverado 1500 often takes center stage among pickup enthusiasts, the Chevy Colorado shines as the smarter choice for those who want capability without the bulk of a full-size or heavy-duty truck.

Inspired by its bigger sibling, the Colorado carries forward Chevy’s hallmark versatility, excelling in a range of tasks from rugged off-roading to everyday errands.

After seven years of reliable service in its second generation—handling everything from heavy loads to school drop-offs—the Colorado entered its third generation in 2023 with a fresh redesign and updated capabilities.

With its broad selection of trims and engine options, the 2024 Colorado offers something for everyone. Prices start at $29,800 for the functional workhorse trim (excluding destination fees) and climb to $47,100 for the adventure-ready ZR2.

Trim	Starting Price	Standard Engines
WT	$29,800	2.7L Turbo (237 hp, 260 lb.-ft)
LT	$32,200	2.7L Turbo (237 hp, 260 lb.-ft)
Z71	$37,600	2.7L Turbo Plus (310 hp, 391 lb.-ft.)
Trail Boss	$40,500	2.7L Turbo Plus (310 hp, 391 lb.-ft.)
ZR2	$47,100	2.7L Turbo High-Output (310 hp, 430 lb.-ft.)

Body Styles

The 2023 Colorado comes exclusively in a Crew Cab Short Box configuration, offering a balanced blend of passenger comfort and cargo space. This setup is perfect for those seeking a versatile truck that performs equally well at work and during weekend adventures.

Dimensions

Measurement	WT & LT	Trail Boss	ZR2
Front Track	62.8″	65.0″	65.3″
Rear Track	62.8″	65.0″	65.3″
Width	74.3″	76.3″	76.3″
Wheelbase	131.4″	131.4″	131.4″
Length	213.0″	213.2″	213.0″
Inside Bed Length at Floor	61.7″	61.7″	61.7″
Ground Clearance	8.3″	9.5″	10.7″

Powertrain

The complete lineup of the 2024 Colorado is propelled by a 2.7-liter turbocharged four cylinder engine, albeit in three different power outputs. 

• 2.7L Turbo (237 hp, 260 lb.-ft. torque) 
• 2.7L Turbo Plus (310 hp, 391 lb.-ft. torque)
• 2.7L Turbo High-Output (310 hp, 430 lb.-ft. torque)

The four pot turbo from GM’s Active Fuel Management and an Automatic Stop/Start system with a disable option. Notably, it’s the same engine used in select trims of the Silverado 1500 but limited there to the high-output variant.

Towing and Payload

The Colorado leads the mid-size pickup class with a maximum towing capacity of up to 7,700 pounds when equipped with the 2.7L Turbo Plus engine.

• Maximum Towing Capacity: Up to 7,700 lbs when equipped with the available 2.7L Turbo Plus engine.
• Maximum Payload Capacity: Up to 1,710 lbs, making it suitable for various hauling needs.

While the base WT and LT trims with the 237-hp engine are rated for 3,500 pounds, the Z71 and Trail Boss trims take full advantage of the 7,700-pound towing capability. 

2024 Chevrolet Colorado Trim Levels

2024 Colorado WT (Work Truck)

The 2024 Colorado WT is built for those who need pure function over frills. While it skips the luxury features, it delivers a solid, no-nonsense performance perfect for hardworking professionals looking for a dependable truck.

Power and Performance

• Engine: 2.7L Turbo (237 hp, 260 lb.-ft. torque)
• Drive Options: 2WD or 4WD
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Standard Features

• Exterior:
  • 17-inch Ultra Silver Metallic steel wheels
  • Push-button start
  • Eight fixed tie-downs in the pickup bed
  • CornerStep rear bumper
  • Solar-absorbing glass

• Comfort and Convenience:
  • Remote Keyless Entry with Push-Button Start
  • Jet Black interior with durable material
  • Cloth upholstery

• Entertainment and Technology:
  • 11.3-inch diagonal center touch-screen with Google built-in
  • 11.0-inch digital gauge cluster
  • 6-speaker audio setup
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
  • USB ports

• Safety Features:
  • Forward Collision Alert
  • IntelliBeam
  • Following Distance Indicator
  • Automatic Emergency Braking
  • Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist.  
  • Front Pedestrian Braking
  • HD Rear Vision Camera

Optional Packages

Chevy offers two WT-specific packages designed to enhance your daily work experience:

• WT Convenience Package
  • Manual-sliding rear window with defogger
  • Remote locking/unlocking tailgate
  • Cruise control

• WT Convenience Package II (Requires the WT Convenience Package)
  • 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar control
  • EZ Lift & Lower tailgate
  • StowFlex Tailgate with lockable storage compartment 

2024 Colorado LT

The LT trim offers a step up in comfort and convenience, without compromising the rugged practicality of the base model.

Power and Performance

• Engine: 2.7L Turbo (237 hp, 260 lb.-ft. torque)
• Drive Options: 2WD or 4WD
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Standard Features:

• Exterior:
  • 17-inch aluminum wheels
  • Body-colored Exterior Elements

• Comfort and Convenience:
  • Power windows with driver express-up/-down
  • Remote Keyless Entry with Push-Button Start
  • Rear air vents
  • Center console
  • Remote-locking tailgate
  • Premium wrapped steering wheel
  • Carpeted front and rear floor mats

Optional Packages

The LT also gives you three add-on packages: 

• LT Convenience Package
  • EZ Lift & Lower tailgate
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • StowFlex Tailgate with lockable storage
  • Manual tilt/telescoping steering column
  • Illuminated visor vanity mirrors
  • Cruise control
  • Manual-sliding rear window with defogger
  • Tailgate cylinder lock
  • LED fog lamps

• LT Convenience Package II (Requires LT Convenience Package)
  • 2.7L Turbo Plus engine
  • Heated front seats
  • Wireless charging
  • 8-way power adjustable driver seat with lumbar control
  • Remote vehicle starter
  • Auto-dimming interior mirror
  • Full-size spare tire
  • 2 heated power-adjustable exterior mirrors

• LT Convenience Package III (Requires LT Convenience Package II)
  • Safety Package
  • Evotex seating
  • LED headlamps with LED DRLs and Tailamps
  • Heated steering wheel
  • Driver seatback map pocket
  • Rear center armrest
  • Two charge-only USB ports on rear of front center console
  • 18″ full-gloss aluminum wheels
  • 120-volt power outlets (400 watts shared) at bed and rear center console

2024 Colorado Trail Boss

The 2024 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss trim brings out the truck’s rugged side, offering more than just a powerful engine tune. With off-road enhancements like a 2-inch suspension lift, it’s built to conquer rough terrain with confidence.

Power and Performance

• Engine: 2.7L Turbo Plus engine (310 hp, 391 lb.-ft. torque)
• Drive Options: 4WD
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Standard Features

• Off-road:
  • 2-inch factory-installed lift for improved ground clearance
  • Wider chassis
  • 2-speed Autotrac transfer case and shield
  • Automatic locking rear differential
  • Four selectable drive modes with Off-road performance display
  • Hill Descent Control
  • All-terrain tires for better traction

• Exterior:
  • 18-inch high-gloss Black aluminum wheels
  • Black Chevrolet bowtie emblems and wheel moldings
  • Black recovery hooks

• Comfort and Convenience:
  • Rugged, durable finishes inside
  • Full-size spare tire

Optional Packages

Two Trail Boss Convenience Package are offered to add greater creature comfort to your off-road capable vehicle.

• Trail Boss Convenience Package 
  • Remote Locking
  • Manual-sliding rear window with defogger
  • Cruise control
  • Remote locking tailgate

• Trail Boss Convenience Package II (requires Trail Boss Convenience Package)
  • 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat with power lumbar control
  • StowFlex Tailgate with lockable storage compartment
  • EZ Lift & Lower tailgate
  • Tailgate keyed cylinder lock .

2024 Colorado Z71

The Z71 trim on the 2024 Chevy Colorado removes the 2-inch suspension lift but a touch of luxury with their off-roading

Power and Performance

• Engine: 2.7L Turbo Plus engine (310 hp, 391 lb.-ft. torque)
• Drive Options: 4WD
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Standard Features

• Off-road
  • 2-speed Autotrac transfer case and shield
  • Automatic locking rear differential
  • Four selectable drive modes with Off-road performance display
  • Hill Descent Control
  • Meaty all-terrain tires

• Exterior:
  • 18-inch full-gloss aluminum wheels
  • • LED headlamps, taillamps and fog lamps
  • Red recovery hooks1
  • Unique Z71 badging
• Comfort and Convenience:
  • Heated power-adjustable mirrors
  • Jet Black interior with Adrenaline Red accents.
  • 120-volt power outlets in the center console and pickup bed
  • • Sliding front visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
  • Sliding rear window with electric defogger
  • Two rear USB charge ports
  • Cruise control 

Optional Packages

Exclusive to the 2024 Z71 Colorado trim is Z71 convenience II and III packages.

• Z71 Convenience Package II
  • Dual-zone climate control
  • Manual tilt/telescoping steering column
  • 8-way power driver seat adjuster with power lumbar control
  • Heated driver and front passenger seats
  • Remote vehicle starter system
  • Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror
  • Wireless charging
  • EZ Lift & Lower tailgate
  • StowFlex tailgate with lockable storage

• Z71 Convenience Package III (requires Package II):
  • Safety package
  • Perforated leather-appointed seating
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Driver seatback map pocket
  • Rear center armrest
  • Driver memory settings
  • Heated steering wheel

2024 Colorado ZR2

If the regular Colorado is your weekend warrior, the ZR2 variant is your full-time adventure machine. Here’s what makes it special:

Power and Performance

• Engine: 2.7L Turbo High-Output (310 hp, 430 lb.-ft. torque)
• Drive Options: 4WD
• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

Standard Features

• Off-road
  • Performance-focused suspension featuring DSSV Multimatic dampers and a 3-inch factory-installed lift
  • 33-inch Goodyear Wrangler Territory mud-terrain tires
  • Wider chassis with an elevated stance and increased ground clearance
  • Off-road rocker panel protectors and aluminum skid plate for added protection
  • Off-road-specific front fascia with reinforced bumpers and fender flares
  • Five selectable drive modes, plus an off-road performance display /Five selectable drive modes including Baja mode for extreme conditions.
  • Driver-controlled electronic locking front and rear differentials

• Exterior
  • Black hood trim and Flowtie emblem
  • 17-inch Graphite and Oxide Gold wheels
  • Spray-on bedliner with ZR2 logo

• Comfort and Convenience:
  • StowFlex tailgate with lockable storage
  • Exclusive Artemis interior with Strike Yellow accents
  • Heated front seats
  • Driver 8-way power adjuster with power lumbar control Seats

Optional Packages

Looking for more? Choose the ZR2 Convenience III package to gain a comprehensive safety suite, premium leather seating, and a range of comfort features designed for ultimate convenience. Alternatively, the Desert Boss Special Edition raises the bar with even more off-road-ready enhancements.

• ZR2 Convenience Package III 
  • Safety Package
  • Wireless charging
  • Perforated leather-appointed front seating
  • Driver seatback map pocket
  • Rear center armrest
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Driver memory settings
  • Heated steering wheel

• Desert Boss Special Edition 
  • 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels
  • Off-road front bumper with safari bar
  • 40-inch roof off-road light bar
  • Bed-mounted sport bar with ZR2 sail panel
  • Underbody cameras
  • Front Fender Decal Package
  • Decal Package
  • Black nameplates
  • Auxiliary power box