Aug 05, 2022 at 2:22pm ET
UPDATE: A Chevy spokesperson responded to our request for examples of the accessories.
For trims WT through Z71, a sample of available accessories includes:
- Off Road Assist Step
- Flexible Off Road Splash Guards
- Off-Road Lights
- Reconfigurable Bed Rails
- Cargo Lamps
- Tailgate Audio
- Black Badging
For ZR2:
- Grille Light Bar
- Removable Assist Step
- Off-Road Bumper Lights
- Interior Switch Plate
The 2023 Chevrolet Colorado will be available with over 200 accessories, according to Muscle Cars & Trucks. This will be around twice as many as Chevy's offerings for the current iteration of the pickup.
Motor1.com reached out to Chevy for examples of the accessories the company planned to offer. We'll update this story when the automaker responds.
Gallery: 2023 Chevrolet Colorado
Chevrolet's offerings for the current Colorado include quite a few parts to make it more capable off-road. The components include several skid plates, a cold-air intake for the 3.6-liter V6, suspension upgrades, and parts from the ZR2 model.
It's highly possible that Chevy would also offer the parts from the new ZR2 to buyers of lesser grades who are looking to upgrade their trucks. The rugged trim level sits three inches higher than the standard pickup and comes with Multimatic DSSV dampers. The vehicle also has different bumpers that improve the approach and departure angles. There is a skid plate to protect the radiator and engine oil pan. The ZR2 rides on 17-inch wheels with 33-inch tires.
There's also the Desert Boss package for the ZR2. It adds 17-inch beadlock-capable wheels, a brush bar on the front bumper, a style bar on the bed, a roof-mounted light bar, an underbody camera, and special decals.
All models of the 2023 Colorado now come with a 2.7-liter turbocharged four-cylinder. In base form, it's available with 237 horsepower [177 kilowatts] and 259 pound-feet [351 Newton-meters] of torque. The mid-range tune offers 310 hp [231 kW] and 390 lb-ft [529 Nm]. The ZR2 gets the most-powerful variant making 310 hp and 430 lb-ft [583 Nm]. The only gearbox available is an eight-speed automatic.
News About The New Chevy Colorado And GMC Canyon:
The 2023 Colorado will go on sale in the first half of next year. Chevy will build the truck in Wentzville, Missouri. There are no pricing details available for the truck at this time.
If you're interested in hearing a discussion about the new Colorado, then check out this episode of the Rambling About Cars podcast:
The 2023 Chevy Colorado will be offered in Work Truck [WT], LT, Z71, ZR2, and Trail Boss models. Additionally, the 2023 Colorado will be available with a long list of both on- and off-road accessories. These truck accessories will be available for any trim.
What engine is in the 2023 Colorado?
As part of the Chevrolet Colorado redesign, the automaker introduced a 2.7-liter turbo engine. The engine will power all five Colorado models. However, horsepower ranges depending on which model you choose. Opt for the WT or LT, and the truck’s 2.7-liter turbo engine makes 237 horsepower. Upgrade to the Z71 or Trailboss models, and you can expect to find a 310-horsepower 2.7-liter turbo plus engine under the hood. Meanwhile, opting for the ZR2 gets you a 2.7-liter turbo high-output engine with 310 horsepower.
“A second-generation eight-speed automatic transmission complements the new engine, with refinements designed to offer smoother shifting and quicker downshifts for a feeling of greater comfort and power on demand. It also excels in low-speed mobility, particularly in off-road scenarios,” Chevrolet added.
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