2021 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 - POV Review
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- čas přidán 2. 07. 2024
- MSRP: $43,200
MPG: 16 city / 18 highway
Horsepower: 308 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Towing capacity: 5,000 lbs
Engine: 3.6 L V6
Curb weight: 4,715 lbs
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
0:00 Intro, interior/exterior walkaround, specs, features
4:32 Offroad Driving Impressions
9:12 Street Driving Impressions
11:35 Towing
13:54 Street Driving (Continued)
17:59 0-60
19:21 Final Thoughts
21:29 Sound System Test
22:57 Wrapup
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This is why I prefer this YT channel, you tell the audience the cons and pros and that's really important.
Check out 100 Rental Cars! I don't think he has any reviews on trucks but he is just as good
Nice truck
I’m a big fan of “The Topher” reviews; always substantive, seemingly objective (as objective as one can be) and thoughtful. Thinking about one of these, so thanks!
Bought mine new in 2017 and only thing id trade it in for is the new ZR2 .I still love mine today as I did the day I bought it...
Hell ya!
Ditto!
Gonna be buying a diesel one in a month or so
is it the same 3.6 and if so how is it on fuel and day to day driving?
I love this review! One of reasons why I ordered my 2021! Should be here next month and I'm looking forward to it.
Good to see that you are actually one of the few that takes a truck off-roading
Now that’s proper testing!
I had to keep replaying at 11:15! That is so much fun!
It sounds so Bad ass! It almost sounds like the old 3.8 liter v6 that Gm used to have!
I'm coming up on two years with my 2019 ZR2. I absolutely love it. I paid $39K out the door for a fairly high optioned one. I've never heard of a ZR2 going MSRP or above unless it was something like a diesel Bison Edition. It certainly lacks in some tech features, keyless entry/start and trail cameras are ones I'd really like to see. And the materials inside are not the best. But I find it comfortable; the seating position is very good, and definitely wish the doors had better bottle holders. Driving dynamics though? Its amazing for the price. On-road or off-road the truck always feel component. Full locked you're going to crawl over most anything. I'm about to go outside my warranty and will likely start doing some more serious modifications i.e. a lift, potentially 35" tires, etc. as I don't do a ton of daily driving and mostly use it for outdoor activities and off-road traveling.
Have you had any issues with the transmission?
And another excellent review on file. Strong work!
i bought mine in oct 2020 its a nice truck feels good soild drive, i love the way i can do a u turn the front has more space to turn, overall nice style and rugged , worth it,
This truck was not made to compete with the Raptor. I’ve owned 2 gen 2 Raptors and a ZR2 but I couldn’t fit on a lot of the trails with the Raptor. Tried my first ZR2 2018 and it was just the ticket (for my uses). I now have a 21 ZR2 on order. Great review and video. 👍🏻
To turn Stabilitrack off in 2wheel drive, you just need to hold the traction control button for 6-8 seconds. Makes my zr2 quite enjoyable.
Thanks for this! I think I'd go Diesel just because I know I shouldnt be going crazy lol. And long trips in Colorado are always fun. Not to mention driving back to Illinois for holidays. Love the POV
Nice review and nice watches you’re wearing-Seiko Tuna and Omega Speedmaster.
Wow!! Real pickup! Real car!!
I love how that truck behind you at 9:38 caught up with you lmao
I love the scenery and I love 4X4!!!
I have a 2019 ZR2, wouldn't trade it for anything
I've got a 6 speed manual 2016 chevy colorado and I loooove it
Love your vids man, keep em coming ;)
nice truck!
I just bought one and got a really good deal, Employee discounts were offered so I got it for about 40k, I had 20k in equity on my trade it so it was well worth it for me. I went to buy a Colorado, but when I saw the ZR2, I had to have it......
New sub, new fan. Great review vid! I'm like some other commenters; I wouldn't want to trade for anything but a new ZR2 lol
Have 2021 and I hear alot of comments about the low tech or the lack of upgrades.... I'm good with a truck not having all the newest stuff and buttons galore! Perfect example, my wife has a Acura MDX....we both had a rock hit the windshield and cause a crack, my new windshield cost 250 and was fixed in my work parking lot, it was significantly more to replace on the Acura! Just more money to fix when it goes wrong! I will take my trucks simple and low maintenance!
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Good review. Although, a little odd to compare this to a Raptor. From what I've seen the ZR2 is well below the cost of a Raptor, when a new one starts at high $70's. No comparison to a TRD Pro or Ranger Tremor?
Badass! Were you driving on a motocross track?!?
Who needs the TRX when this is actually more off-road capable? And this is basically what the new Infantry Squad Vehicle is.
Idk, the TRX is going to decimate all. Saw them testing out at the dunes a few weeks ago and it was incredible what they were able to do with them. This ZR2 is okay at high speed stuff, better than a Tacoma TRD, but doesn’t come close to the raptor or trx. Fits better through the tight trails though!
That red is killer.
Can you do similar review on a Ford Ranger 2020? I’d love to see how it tows! Love your reviews and POVs
In the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2, the driver's seat is too narrow & Chevrolet managed to compound it with a stiff-rigid left bolster that cuts into the bottom of your left thigh if you sit with legs apart like most men. Unfortunately, my test drive was too short to notice the discomfort.
I have a 2020 ZR2 with the Duramax Diesel and I have no problem with power or speed
I've got a 2020 zr2 with the V-6 and feel the same.
I like it
I love cars specially SUV and pick up truck
Hey Chris! Will you do a review on the diesel version of this vehicle?
I enjoy my 2019 highly recommend over 2021
5.3 with a manual would be a game changer
I'm excited to see this even though I'm a Japanese fan boy😂
Let me guess Mazda is your favorite
@@dgwolf-1077 depends.. for cars yes lol
@@dgwolf-1077 nice guess! I would have never known
Toyota is best
@@catslong69yearsago68 Yas
A All-In-One vehicle is the reason I started with a truck and a midsize truck at that, because it's surprising how capable they are from belting down a backroad, to the daily commute and hauling around stuff. I still don't understand why more people have picked them over the 1/2 tons as most don't need a big, bulky monstrosity of a truck.
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@@layne4376 loll look up Chevy Commercial Parody
I’ve said it for years, and with ford having the bronco again, Chevy needs to bring the K5 body style back at least for a little while, I’d drop as much money as I needed to. I have 94’ k5 which was the last year they did the body so I’d kill to have a revamped one.
I like the colorado and the ranger. I needed a basic commuter work truck. The 4 cylinder in the colorado was horrible. I ended up going with the ranger. If I was going for off road and wanted to spend more for a higher trim level the colorado would have been it.
There's plenty of room under the hood for a 5.3L in the colorado
Drives good on those Michigan roads even though Michigan roads and other roads in the north is horrible
Close in price to the raptor? our raptors in canada are like 78 to 97 thousand ...the zr2 is 52k
11:19 kind of sounds like a VTEC
You cannot select gears manually. The +/- button on the gear selector is to limit the highest gear the transmission will use while towing.
Wrong
@@shiftmotorsports9803 From the ZR2 manual : Range Selection Mode helps control the vehicle's transmission and vehicle speed while driving downhill
or towing a trailer by letting you select a desired range of gears.
To use this feature:
1. Move the shift lever to L (Manual Mode).
2. Press the plus/minus button on the shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions.
@@GeoSilber lol, ok....what does step one say? Manual mode....to manually select gears. Get it? Yes, it helps with towing because you are able to hold it in gear.....manually
got one... my biggest complaint is the " 8th gear " on the hiway the rpms drop to around 2.5K rpm... then the torq converter captivates and starts to rip the transmission apart... so, you put the truck in low and select the " 7th gear " ... this brings the rpm up and the torq converter locks in and it ok most of the time... they put the 8 gear in there to meet gas mileage reqmts.... 8th gear is one gear too much...
I noticed you have navigation? Or is it connected to your iPhone ?
@ 22:00 screw it, it's a loaner
You should review a Jeep gladiator rubicon
Raptors start at around 60K. Unfair comparison. You get what ya pay for, bro. If you can swing a deal and get performance upgrades, this truck is actually a nice middle-of-the -road four wheel option. Oh, get on-off-road tires to mitigate noise.
I wish you commented on the seat comfort. They seem like they are the same that Chevy/GM use in all their mid-size pickups/SUVs. They look very much like those in my wife’s 2019 GMC Acadia, which really lack in side-bolstering and are a PITA on long drives. Tends to be a complain on many GM vehicles that share them.
...also, while I would prefer a Tacoma TRD Pro over the ZR2, you can’t beat the pricing on the Chevys. Those ZR2s, as with most GM vehicles, are heavily incentivized and discounted thru the dealers. You can find a well equipped ZR2 listed down in the $30Ks before you even step foot in a showroom. No chance of that happening in a Toyota dealership. A TRD Pro will get you for $50k after destination & taxes and they most likely won’t budge on price, regardless how long those trucks sit on their lots. I don’t agree with what you said about the price being near a Raptor. As I said before, a well-equipped ZR2 will fetch mid-40s, but will be listed most of the time for much less while a Raptor STARTS in the mid-50s. And you’ll never find one that ISN’T bare-bones in options. Every Raptor i’ve seen has option group packages out the ying-yang pushing their average prices well into the mid-60s, all the way into the 70s.
I had the 2018 GMC Canyon Denali trim. Seats are firm. You won't have to worry about them going soft on you over time. I think a little too firm for longer drives but I recognize seat comfort is a personal choice. Not much side bolstering. If you are a larger person in width probably not the best fit either. I now own a 2018 Toyota 4Runner Limited and prefer those seats.
Where did you test this colorado?
where is this off-roading course?
Where is this? I need some spots for my raptor
Nice truck. I'd rather have an enclosed cargo area. Looking forward to your Bronco review.
This video really illustrates why I don't prefer Chevy to other brands, with any of their trucks, particularly Fords. They're more stylish, but more importantly, they don't handle like yacths. This thing, despite it's small size, still looks very vague in the steering which is something that I can't stand about Silverados.
Goes off road and avoids the mud and water what is the point of that?
What do you think of this when compared to the Toyota Tacoma TRD PRO (or TRD Off-road, not sure which one is its direct competitor)?
toyota > GM
Tacos are junk
George S cap
Am I spotting a Speedmaster 😏😍
Had a 2019 V6. Fun truck but was plagued with the unfixable b-pillar rattle. Got rid of it before 10k miles lol. Bought a 4Runner and haven't looked back!
I've had my 2021 ZR Dusk Edition in Summit White for 2 1/2 months now. I absolutely love it but the mpg is trash. Getting 11 mpg in the city (I only have a 10 mile round trip daily commute).
Wow. Not me. Around 18 all around
Mine pulled 19 on the 150 mile ride home.
@@mattromain7177 that dude must have one heavy ass foot lol
Does it feel crammed in there? Cant tell if it's just the camera but it looks real narrow in the cab
It will feel cramped compared to a full size truck as I have owned both. I thought it was fine up front. The wife and dog didn't mind the back seat area. She likes to sit in the back when we take the dog for a ride. Not much for storage.
The Z71 is really the best option for most guys. The ZR2 is super cool and it's essential if you REALY TRULY are going to be off roading on a regular basis. But most guys aren't going to be off-roading on a regular basis and that's where the Z71 comes in. It's a really capable 4x4 that can tow and haul more than the ZR2 and does great in snow/mud etc, plus you get better gas mileage (yes, I know, that's not why you bought a truck but still). And it doesn't have as cool a look at the ZR2 but it's much cooler looking than the base model Colorados and has it's own upgraded look in comparison. I would recommend a Z71 for anyone who wants 4x4 and isn't a true off-roading geek. I should mention as well that the Z71 is great for off-roading as well so it's not like you give up off-roading by going with a Z71. Perfectly capable off-roading truck but much more capable for on-road/everyday shit. Bottom line, the Z71 really is, and has been for years, the sweet spot in terms of pricing and features for the Colorado.
Hold down traction control for ten seconds to completely disengage it and push off road mode for more sliding around and finally lock your rear locker.. Baja baby have fun.. oh yeah you can't compare a mid size to a full size!!
I like the trail boss more
Do the Colorado transmissions still shudder and shake? The torque converter problems were what stopped me from buying one of these last year.
I remember that from the 2017 I test drove. Supposedly a trans fluid change fixed a lot of those issues, and the 8-speed in this truck was great, none of the issues I remember experiencing from before. Will it still be reliable? Who knows
They fixed it after 2018 models. They changed the transmission fluid spec and it solved the problem. I was starting to get it in my 2018 and they flushed and replaced the fluid and it went away. All the new ZR2s have the new fluid so it isn’t a problem anymore.
Release the clutch when cutting and accelerate or accelerate and then release the clutch? In a manual car
In my experience i use the release clutch then gas technique
That’s why I hate that V6
3k on the highway pulling 4K lbs
My Colorado diesel runs at less then or at 2k rpm and very seldoms ever downshifts . 4K trailer is no issue at at all.
I pull 6k travel trailer and the only time I would see 3k rpm is on a really big hill on the highway....
The 3.6 gas engine torque band is to high in the rpm range for a truck engine. It’s to fast to down shift.
The diesel will cruse at 70 mph and stay in top gear even on the biggest of hills... and get better than 30mpg....
Why even test it off roading most people going take to Walmart and pick there kids at school.
Nah they take it off road like jumping curbs and the occasional parking space on the grass.
Because truck
Why drive a supercar if it’s mostly used to drive to and from work or sit in a garage.
@@adamb3129 well my dad always said a guy that don't drive a car to keep the miles down is a guy that don't bang his wife so she still tight for the next guy
@@davidpayne2469 lol, great analogy!
Did anyone else get nervous when that van almost backed out in front of him? Lol
I know it’s a small thing but I wish they’d give it push start
The one thing with a push button start is I often forget my key fob when I get out of the car. I go to lock it then I realize my fob is still in the car. Not that I never forgot keys in the car..... just not nearly as often.
It's definitely a great looking truck and seems to be really fun and capable off road, but for the price the lack of basic features every other car has in 2020 is a deal breaker. I don't see the point of buying this vs. spending the same money on a lower optioned full-size truck with more features, especially when the fuel economy isn't even a selling point. Overall pretty cool looking but not for me. If I was wealthy enough I could afford one as a second vehicle and/or had a bunch of expensive toys to tow, maybe.
I was going to say the exact same thing. Truck makers are getting unreal with their pricing.
That V6 is ticking like a diesel injector pump
Wow a new car with an actual key??
Nice review, but this thing is no where near a Raptor Competitor. Raptor starts at like 15K more.
If you want to see a group of ZR2s in Glacier National Park, here you go! We put our trucks to the test.
czcams.com/video/LrF_RpiG6e4/video.html
Ugliest steering wheel design I've seen in a while. Looks straight out of an economy car from the 90's, just with better materials
Same with the gear shifter
@@joespittle1 That too, yeah. I don't know what it is about Chevy but I really dislike most of their designs. I don't think there's a single car/truck they have that I actually like the look of
@@TobySimone It seems like they are trying to make a design look interesting while still making it as cheap as possible to manufacture
Chev Celebrity special
Should you expect a pickup truck that has an interior of a rolls royce?
Had 2 Colorado’s trans problems with both. Had a a 2020 that would slam into first gear. Honestly a comfortable and powerful midsize that I loved but the reliability is trash. Chevy has been fighting class action lawsuits for both 6 speed and 8 speed they need to figure out the shudder problem cause then the truck would be perfect
Yep, had a buddy who went through two 8-speeds on his ZR2 in 17k miles. Supposedly a trans fluid update fixed some of the transmission issues but there are still a lot of people out there with problems
@@TheTopher yea my 2020 supposedly had the new trans fluid from the factory. Chevy basically told me the shudder was normal and they couldn’t do anything about it even though my trans felt like it was slipping constantly and sounded like it was grinding whenever it would shudder
@@TheTopher Mine still shifts hard occasionally (only if I'm hard on the gas once I turn it on for the day). But the fluid change got rid of all the shakes. Going 25k+ miles since the change and so far and it hasn't came back.
A base Raptor is 73K.
Tahoe please
I wander how this sells in actual colorado
Sad that you really did not wring it out at 80 mph on the dirt.
I still don't see the point in buying a mid-size truck. I wish they'd start making compact trucks again, with a compact price as well.
The 2021 is a pretty decent size for a midsize.
Damnnn im fast
Payload?
I love the size but the lack of tech and features is keeping me from getting one. Also the engine, if it had a V8 and better trans I would get one right now. Trying to wait for the 2023 or Ranger Raptor coming in 2021.
Come
On GM,2021 without push start?
I have a 2020 zr2, I actually prefer a manual key, something about push to start out where there is no road-side assistance makes me nervous, it's just one more thing to fail.
Hey where did you take it for offroad? Thanks
Holly Oaks ORV park!
@@TheTopher Thanks man! Heard they opened Sept this year, planning to go for a ride next year -
@@YuanzheLi-id5us It's a great park, highly recommended!
@@TheTopher if you had to pick a TRD offroad manual or zr2 V6. Which would you choose. Thanks.
How do these trucks still have keys?
good. keep the keys and keep manual transmissions in pick up trucks.
It has remote start at least
how is this the same as a Raptor? i've never seen a Raptor with a sticker under 70k. i think this is a damn good truck for 45k
Agreed! I paid $37k for my new ZR2. Even if I paid for it at 43k MSRP it wouldn’t be close to a new Raptor.
I was wondering the same base msrp to base msrp. I guess a loaded Bison Duramax would sticker around 50k. But loaded raptor would be 80k.
Hello mr
Hey topher! I was wondering what is the best Overlanding vehicle under 20k in the market right now? I'm thinking of getting into the hobby
I really like the Lexus GX460, that’s probably my top pick. The 100 series Land Cruiser or LX470 is a great option too
@@TheTopher the lexus GX460 is amazing but I'm not able to find them for less than 20k, they all seem to be around the 25 to 35 range. Even the older ones, but I dont want anything from the pre 2010 era. I checked out the 100 series might be my top pick right now. Thanks Chris! ALSO I THINK YOU SHOULD GO FOR THE ZR2, it just suits you as a person
Why is the interior of this truck looks like it belongs in the 80's.
That MPG number is embarrassing for a V6.
The way it handles is why it was called the raptor killer.they put all the $$ in the bad ass suspension .not the inside thats why it dont cost 80,000.00.but on drit or gravely roads you can fly....other trucks ur all over the road bouncing. Not the ZR2 or the raptor.
Lol I was just at holly oaks
21:58
holly shit, for a moment i thought that pacificA was gonna hit him but it was close
Time stamp please
@@simaknaveedakther8755 22:00
A base raptor is a hell of alot more than a zr2. Just saying its over a $10,000 difference.