The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado runs a 2.7L TurboMax turbo four-cylinder (310 hp, 430 lb-ft) across all six trims, measures 212.7 to 213.2 inches long depending on trim, on a 131.4-inch wheelbase, and tows up to 7,700 lbs properly equipped. Below are full specs by category, sourced and dated. See the Colorado Overview for trim positioning or Trims Compared for a full trim-by-trim breakdown.

Engine Specifications

One engine covers the entire 2026 Colorado lineup.

Spec	Value
Engine	2.7L TurboMax turbo I-4 (L3B)
Horsepower	310 hp
Torque	430 lb-ft
Transmission	8-speed automatic
Fuel	Regular unleaded, minimum 87 octane
Fuel tank	21.4 gal

Chevrolet does not offer a V6, a diesel, or a hybrid Colorado for 2026. Every trim, WT through ZR2, shares this exact engine and transmission, so there's no "upgrade engine" decision to make when picking a trim, only an equipment decision. The 8-speed automatic is shared across every drivetrain configuration too, including both the RWD and 4WD versions of WT, Custom and LT.

Exterior Dimensions

Overall length runs 212.7 to 213.2 inches across the lineup, on a 131.4-inch wheelbase, with width at 84.4 inches including mirrors.

Spec	Value
Overall length	212.7-213.2 in
Overall width, with mirrors	84.4 in
Overall height, by trim	78.8 to 82.7 in (lineup range)
Wheelbase	131.4 in
Bed floor length	61.7 in
Curb weight, WT/Custom/LT 2WD	4,310 pounds
Curb weight range, full lineup	4,340 to 5,260 pounds

Interior Dimensions

The Colorado seats 5 across a single crew-cab configuration, with front leg room measuring 45 inches.

Spec	Value
Seating capacity	5
Front head room	40 in
Front leg room	45 in
Front shoulder room	57 in
Second-row head room	38 in
Second-row leg room	35 in
Second-row shoulder room	56 in

Crew cab is the only body configuration Chevrolet builds for the 2026 Colorado; there is no extended cab and no 6-passenger option on any trim. That fixed layout keeps interior space consistent no matter which trim you choose, from a WT bought for a Reading-area fleet to a ZR2 outfitted for weekend trips past Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.

Capacity and Capability

Max towing reaches 7,700 lbs properly equipped on WT, Custom, LT, Trail Boss and Z71; ZR2's off-road hardware brings that down to 6,000 lbs.

Spec	Value
Max towing, properly equipped	7,700 lbs (WT/Custom/LT/Trail Boss/Z71); 6,000 lbs (ZR2)
GCWR	13,250 lbs (most trims); 11,600 lbs (ZR2)
Max payload, WT/Custom/LT 2WD	1,710 lbs
GVWR, 2WD	6,050 lbs
Bed length	5 ft (61.7-in floor)
Cargo/bed volume	41.9 cu ft

Every 2026 Colorado runs the same 5-foot bed; there is no long-bed option. That's enough for a full sheet of plywood diagonally, a stack of firewood, or a couple of mountain bikes without a rack, and the ratings hold the same for a Schuylkill Haven job site or a trip across Berks County. See the dedicated Towing and Payload page for the full breakdown by configuration.

Wheels, Tires, and Brakes

Wheel and tire sizing scales with each trim's mission, from a 17-inch all-season setup on WT to a 33-inch off-road tire on ZR2. The jump from all-season rubber to an all-terrain tire at Trail Boss isn't just cosmetic: it changes ride quality on paved roads like PA Route 61 slightly in exchange for real grip on gravel and dirt.

Trim	Wheel/Tire
WT	17-in Ultra Silver Metallic, all-season
Custom	18-in High Gloss Black, all-season
LT	17-in Argent Metallic, all-season
Trail Boss / Z71	18-in wheel, 32-in all-terrain tire
ZR2	17-in wheel, 33-in all-terrain tire
ZR2 Bison package	35-in mud-terrain tire

Fuel Economy and Range

EPA combined ratings (fueleconomy.gov) range from 21 mpg on a 2WD road trim down to 16 mpg on the ZR2 Bison.

Configuration	City / Hwy / Combined
WT/Custom/LT, 2WD	19 / 24 / 21
WT/Custom/LT, 4WD	17 / 22 / 19
Trail Boss/Z71, 4WD (32-in tires)	17 / 20 / 18
ZR2, 4WD (33-in tires)	17 / 17 / 17
ZR2 Bison, 4WD (35-in tires)	16 / 16 / 16

Key Features by Trim

The grid below covers the decision features buyers ask about most: screen size, drive modes, and off-road hardware.

Feature	WT	LT	Trail Boss/Z71	ZR2
11.3-in touchscreen, Google Built-In	standard	standard	standard	standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto	standard	standard	standard	standard
Remote start	not std	available	available	available
Bose 7-speaker audio	not std	not std	available	available
Off-road drive modes	not std	not std	standard	standard
Locking differential	not std	not std	rear only, standard	front and rear, standard

Safety and Compliance

Chevy Safety Assist is standard on every trim, and NHTSA rates the 2026 Colorado 4 out of 5 stars overall.

Feature	Scope
Forward collision alert, ped/bicyclist detection	standard
Automatic emergency braking	standard
Lane departure warning, lane keep assist	standard
Blind-spot monitoring	standard
Front and rear cross-traffic alert	standard
IntelliBeam auto high beams	standard
NHTSA overall rating	4/5 stars (5 side, 4 frontal, 3 rollover)

Full crash-test detail, including the ZR2 Bison's untested status, is posted at nhtsa.gov.

Warranty Coverage

Every 2026 Colorado carries Chevrolet's standard brand-wide coverage.

Coverage	Term
Basic / bumper-to-bumper	3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain	5 years / 60,000 miles
Roadside assistance	5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust-through (perforation)	6 years / 100,000 miles

Coverage transfers with the truck's VIN, not its odometer origin, and applies the same whether it's serviced at our Hamburg location or another Chevrolet dealer. See the Colorado Service and Maintenance page for intervals, included maintenance, and ownership costs.

What These 2026 Colorado Numbers Mean in Practice

Raw specs only matter once they translate to something a driver actually feels.

Spec	What It Means
84.4-in width with mirrors	Fits a standard single-car garage bay with room to walk around; fold the mirrors for a tight fit
212.7-213.2 in length	Comparable to a full-size sedan for parking; shorter than a full-size pickup
7,700-lb max tow	Enough for most single-axle boats and utility trailers; a loaded car hauler may need a full-size truck instead
1,710-lb max payload (WT/Custom/LT 2WD)	Room for several passengers plus bed cargo without exceeding GVWR; exact figures vary by config on the door-jamb label
2-in to 3-in factory lift (Trail Boss through ZR2)	Clears taller obstacles on a fire road or gravel lane without aftermarket work

Specs on a page are one thing; sitting in the truck is another. Outten Chevrolet, at 1080 S Fourth St, stocks the 2026 Colorado lineup for buyers from Reading, Schuylkill Haven and across Berks County who want to measure a spec sheet against how the truck actually feels. Call (610) 674-0598 or schedule a test drive, or check current Colorado inventory for the exact configuration you're comparing against these numbers.

2026 Colorado Specifications FAQs

How long is the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado?

212.7 to 213.2 inches overall depending on trim, on a 131.4-inch wheelbase.

How wide is the 2026 Colorado?

84.4 inches including the mirrors, per Chevrolet's own published figure.

How much does the 2026 Colorado weigh?

Curb weight is 4,310 lbs for WT/Custom/LT with 2WD; the full lineup spans 4,340 to 5,260 lbs depending on trim and equipment.

What is the GVWR of the 2026 Colorado?

6,050 lbs for 2WD configurations.

How much can the 2026 Colorado carry in the bed?

Max payload is 1,710 lbs for WT/Custom/LT with 2WD; exact figures vary by configuration and are printed on the door-jamb label.

What size tires does the 2026 Colorado use?

17-inch wheels on WT, LT and ZR2 (ZR2's wrapped in a 33-inch all-terrain tire), 18-inch on Custom, Trail Boss and Z71 (the latter two on 32-inch all-terrain tires).

Does the 2026 Colorado have a warranty?

Yes. 3 years / 36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain, and 6 years / 100,000 miles against rust-through.

What fuel does the 2026 Colorado require?

Regular unleaded, minimum 87 octane, across every trim.

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