The 2023 Chevy Colorado Is the best mid-size truck, for now.
—Chevy's two biggest competitors in the segment—will be redesigned this year, with the former likely to include a new hybrid version and the latter a new 2.7-liter EcoBoost engine. But after a day and a half driving the LT, Trail Boss, and Z71 versions of the new Colorado, I'm convinced that it's got every other mid-sizer beat.At its core the truck is fundamentally the same. The platform is the same, the styling is evolved but familiar, and the maximum tow rating is unchanged.
The truck also gets an electronic—rather than mechanical—water pump, to keep coolant flowing when temps are high but revs are low. Altogether, Luchansky says the focus on durability is paying out: Silverados with the 2.7 are reporting low warranty and maintenance claims, and the truck's successive durability improvements should make it even better.
On a brief off-road run, the Trail Boss and Z71 both handled a rutted fire road with some big mounds quite well. The hardcore will still want the ZR2 with its magic spool valve shocks and underbody protection, but the Trail Boss and Z71 can both handle anything you might encounter on an unmaintained trail into the country. They're not Wranglers, but if you're not seeking out tough obstacles intentionally, either will do quite well.
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