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2023 Next Gen Colorado | Small Truck | Chevrolet
<p>Explore the next gen 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Mid-Size Truck equipped with class-leading available camera views & integrated tailgate storage.</p>
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The interior looks significantly improved. 2.7L turbo 4 with 310hp/430ft-lbs in top trim level and backed by an 8 speed. ZR2 has 10 cameras, some of which are *under* the truck for trail visibility, still has selectable lockers front and rear, the multimatic offroad shocks, solid ground clearance and approach/breakover/departure angle numbers.
An obvious competitor to the Ranger Raptor, which handily thrashes Chevy's offering on terms of power, some 80hp more and a 10 speed, but doesn't have the underbody camera, uses a torsen locker up front instead of a selectable, and may just get edged on ground clearance. The ZR2 may be the better low speed technical trail choice and the Raptor the more sporty high speed shenanigans choice. Aesthetically, both have their pros and cons. ZR2 has an optional sunroof, which the Raptor lacks. Unknown mpg or max single tank range on the ZR2. Midsize trucks usually don't get significantly better milage than their full sized compatriots but get saddled with smaller gas tanks.
I'm not sure I'd be interested in the ZR2, but it's an interesting offering and GMC has really stepped up their interiors. The new Silverado ZR2 that's already out this year looks really sharp as well.