Returning virtually unmolested by change, the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado maintains its standing in the top tier of midsize pickups.
Its range of engine choices, including a turbodiesel, cab-and-cargo-box configurations, and class-leading towing place it squarely among the segment’s best.
Chevy offers Colorado in four trim levels: Work Truck (WT), LT, Z71, and ZR2. Four-wheel drive (4WD) is standard in the ZR2 and offered on the other three grades. The 4WD up charge varies according to the trim.
All four trims are outfitted with either an Extended Cab or a Crew Cab. Extended Cab models come with the long (74.4-inch) cargo box.
The Crew Cab in all but the ZR2 can be paired with either the long or the short (61.2-inch) cargo box. Picking one box length over the other varies in price by trim level.
The ZR2 Crew Cab can only be equipped with a short box.
Powertrains
Standard for all the grades is a 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine. Generating 200 horsepower, it also puts out 191 lb-ft of torque. A 6-speed automatic transmission delivers engine output to the rear wheels (2WD).
Available across all grades is the 308 hp 3.6-liter V6. It develops 275 lb-ft of torque and is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Finally, available for all grades is the 2.8-liter 4-cylinder turbodiesel, which works with a 6-speed automatic. Generating 181 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, the diesel Colorado can pull 7,700 pounds.
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2022 Chevrolet Colorado Work Truck (Starting at $25,200)
Switching to the Crew Cab will set you back $1,900.
Rather bare bones, the WT has a few popular features like the CornerStep rear bumper, locking tailgate, 4-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, power windows and door locks, and air conditioning.
Also standard are 17-inch painted steel wheels, vinyl seating, carpeted floor, height-adjustable steering wheel, and manually adjusted outboard mirrors.
Among the included infotainment features are 7-inch touchscreen, 6-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, satellite-radio capability, and USB ports.
You can get lost in the pages of options Chevy offers for every trim level.
Adding the $1,595 destination fee to the WT base price totals $26,795. With no money down, financing that amount for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $481 per month. Find the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Work Truck for sale
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Work Truck Includes:
- CornerStep rear bumper – Located on each end of the rear bumper, corner steps make accessing the cargo box easier.
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay – These are just two features of the Infotainment 3 system, which also includes a 7-inch color touchscreen and 6-speaker audio system.
- Air conditioning – One of the few creature comforts in the WT, but a welcomed one.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado LT (Starting at $27,700)
Building on the WT, the LT adds 17-inch aluminum wheels, power outboard mirrors, EZ-Lift remote locking tailgate, 6-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, cruise control, and auto-dimming rearview mirror.
Among the other standard fare are tilt-telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel, remote keyless entry, and cloth seating.
Additional infotainment features include Wi-Fi hot spot capability, Chevrolet Connected Access, OnStar telematics capability, and second-row USB ports.
We think the LT is where the value is. We’d pick it with the Safety Package ($690) with forward-collision warning, rear-park assist, and lane-departure warning.
We might also add a spray-on bed liner for $475.
Adding the $1,595 destination fee to the LT base price totals $29,295. Financing that amount for 60 months at 3% interest works out to a monthly payment of $526. Find the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado LT for sale
2022 Chevrolet Colorado LT Includes:
- Power-adjustable outboard mirrors – You can position these mirrors exactly how you need them without touching them.
- Wi-Fi hot spot – With a data plan, you can connect up to seven devices to the internet.
- Connected Access – Provides up to 10 years of connectivity for keeping track of the truck’s diagnostics and recalls, as well as scheduling service appointments, and a lot more.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 (Starting at $34,800)
The base truck in the Z71 trim is a Crew Cab with the short cargo box.
To the LT standard content, the Z71 adds the V6 engine, automatic locking rear differential, hitch guidance, off-road suspension package, tow-haul mode, and heated outboard mirrors.
Also included in the Z71 base price are projector-beam headlights, automatic climate control, upgraded infotainment system, heated front seats, heated steering wheel, and remote start. Wireless charging and rear-park assist are also standard.
Tacking on the $1,595 destination fee to the Z71 base price equals $36,395. Financing that with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $654 per month. Find the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 for sale.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado Z71 Includes:
- Hitch guidance – Displays a guideline on the rearview camera to help line up your hitch and trailer. It also provides a closeup of your hitch.
- Tow-haul mode – When towing, this feature protects the transmission by reducing the number of shift cycles.
- Infotainment 3 Plus – Adding connectivity features, this upgrade package includes audio streaming for two active devices, in-vehicle apps capability, and voice command.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 (Starting at $42,600)
The base price is based on the Extended Cab with the long cargo box.
Expanding on the Z71 standard content, the ZR2 adds 4WD, Autotrac 2-speed transfer case, full-locking front and rear differentials, an integrated trailer-brake control, and a trailering package.
Among the other standard features are spray-on bed liner, the ZR2 Off-Road Package, 4-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, and front leather seating.
Adding the $1,595 destination fee to the ZR2’s base price brings the total to $44,195. With no money down, financing that amount for 60 months at 3% interest works out to $794 per month. Find the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 for sale.
2022 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Includes:
- Autotrac 2-speed transfer case – Electronically switching from RWD to 4WD, this system can switch among RWD, 4-Hi, and 4-Lo.
- Full-locking differentials – Locking either differential ties the wheels on the same axle together, which means they rotate at the same speed. It increases traction when off-road.
- Off-Road Package – Adding a few appearance upgrades, this package also includes DSSV Multimatic dampers, which more precisely regulate the oil flow within the shocks, better controlling the damping force.
