2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2 - 20 Things I Don't Like

Here are 20 things I don't like or think could be improved on the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2. Yes I know some of these things MAY be fixed with a GMC Canyon AT4X, but I prefer the look of the ZR2 over the Canyon. Still love the truck tons of fun. See the initial walkaround video here - • 2023 Chevy Colorado ZR...

[@winchestermodel7044]

New game: Take a shot every time this guy says “and stuff though”. You’ll be falling down drunk halfway through the video.

[@T_B_C_L]

No way to zoom, then proceeds to show how to zoom... 😂 All jokes aside, your nit picks are pretty petty. It's an off road truck. Legitimate gripes I agree with is no home link and rear folding seat. All 4 window button doesn't roll windows up at once because the Amp draw would be to much. Having the passenger seat being manual enables the driver to move the seat forward and back from the drivers seat. I would much rather have that convenience of this rather than a power seat. Sounds like you should have bought a Nissan... 😂 🤣

[@jake1408]

Hey for the quick camera button I’ve seen you can add it to the sidebar

[@mcheb8910]

Good point, thanks

[@live4mac]

The black badges were supposed to be installed by the dealer before delivery. I've read that every colorado leaves the factory with chrome badges and then the black badges are dealer installed accessories. If you haven't done it yet, I'd take it back to the dealer and make them install it.

[@docholliday6285]

Love my 2023 Colorado ZR2. Quality, fit/finish, and performance are all outstanding.

[@joshuahelm5660]

Thanks for the video. I have a '22 ZR2 and it blows my mind that they cannot get that sliding rear window to be powered!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I hate that. It's unusable unless you have back seat passengers, or stop and get out and open/close it. I thought for sure they'd fix that, but I see it's still manual. All in all, beautiful truck.

[@mcheb8910]

100% agree with you, that's also ridiculous, I should have added it to the list.

[@robertlenning332]

I’m super happy with my 22 ZR two diesel. I’m glad with my 28 mpg diesel.

[@mcheb8910]

Yeah you cant beat that!

[@robertlenning332]

@@mcheb8910 the best I’ve got is 33.4. I do like the redesign but I pulled the gun on the last diesel within 500 miles of dc last spring. All the intel at that time was people were 99% sure they we’re dropping the diesel. And not only use it for light off road fun and camping but daily driver.

[@bige311]

​@@robertlenning332WOW! 33 miles to the gallon is impresive.

[@Apoplectic_Spock]

I think you can drag the camera icon all the way to the left and add it as one of the 5 icons that allow for quick access. Give it a shot.

[@mcheb8910]

Yes, I finally figured that out, it helps for sure. Good point

[@ethenjordan2010]

You can. But it disappears after a couple starts. Drives me nuts. Only app that does. Hopefully fixed with a update.

[@Apoplectic_Spock]

@@ethenjordan2010 I figured that out too, shortly after posting. I'm hoping for a software update, because yes, it's absolutely annoying!

[@ethenjordan2010]

@@Apoplectic_Spock drives me nuts. Lol. Had mine for 3 months now

[@jslayofficial]

Bought a performance offroader, compares luxury features to an altima. It costs 53k because you're buying offroad goodies, the best in the segment. Its not meant to be a luxury truck. Especially the Chevy. Sometimes I don't know if people understand what vehicle they're buying. The canyon Denali seems like it would have been more your truck. Im just glad the ZR2 actually got LED headlights lol. Also, If you've ever considered the tacoma then this blows that out the water. You would have had an 1hr long video of things you didn't like with that. Your complaints on the fenders and the chrome badging are good ones. Especially the chrome badging. I'd been pissed.rather have no badges than chrome badges.

[@DreamVicarious]

Is he comparing it to an Altima? No....but I think he's just using the Altima comparison to show that a MUCH cheaper "basic car" has some simple features, that have been around for over a decade, that could be easily implemented by the largest vehicle manufacture in the US, and that they already have the means/tech to incorporate it.

[@mikegreen8710]

It’s a truck! An off road truck at that.

[@younglamb4396]

Great vid!!! I completely understand where youre coming from with a lot of the things mentioned here. Still cant wait to get mine though!!! LoL!!!

[@mcheb8910]

Just nit picky things really, but thought I'd share them with others who are waiting for theres. Still love the truck, been fun

[@younglamb4396]

@@mcheb8910 Fa sho!!!

[@AriePharmD]

Solid review Some petty first world problems like power passenger seat. Some very legit issues like fender flares. That’s going to need 3M double sided tape to hold it down (clean good first). If you don’t secure it, wind (at speed) will cause more damage. I’m getting better fuel economy in my 23 Silverado trail boss 2.7 liter (same engine). I hope yours gets better after break-in. I’m never at a loss for power and surprised you consider it “adequate”. Again, solid review! Thanks

[@Namesi]

Solid review! The passenger seat should definitely be powered for $53k.

[@mcheb8910]

I agree, but still love the truck

[@ethenjordan2010]

It’s why I went GMC.

[@T_B_C_L]

I hate having a passenger power seat. I love the ability to adjust the passenger seat from the drivers seat especially when picking up different size passengers. I have adjusted that seat countless times in other vehicles when picking up my kids or other much taller passengers. I guess it's just personal preference in the end.

[@Namesi]

@@T_B_C_L Definitely something I hadn't thought about - you're more courteous than the average driver and I can dig it 🤝🏼

[@jake-yg4ej]

I own a 2023 Chevy Colorado trail Boss. I also noticed that the transmission is running a little hot for my liking. Not sure if this is normal. What I have noticed when I'm towing the temperature drops. I would think the opposite when towing.

[@AskChristianYT]

Don't coat the dome light lens... Just get red (or whatever color you want) LEDs. It'll be a more intense light (not necessarily brighter) and it'll be a color you prefer. Otherwise great video! I'm waiting for a local dealership to get one so i can see it in person. If i like it, I'll get one, if not... 2022 it is! 😁👍

[@mcheb8910]

good advice thanks

[@rotaryenginepete]

@@mcheb8910 there's absolutely nothing wrong with red filter, but if you insist on LED make sure they are dimmable

[@wga15]

You can have the camera set as a quick button, I believe you just drag it over and it replaces one of the icons. I have it set that way in my 22 ZR2 Silverado

[@mcheb8910]

Yes that's great, I finally figured it out. Works nice. thank you

[@TREVORJB101]

I can't believe GM let that pass QC with those fenders popping out like that..unacceptable on a $50k+ truck

[@NDparticular]

Did you happen to have different sized panel gaps where the rocker meets the front passenger and front driver side fenders? Just something I noticed when I went to my dealer on the Colorado trail bosses

[@redxxman3895]

The front collision light being mentioned was pretty petty. Lmao

[@ethenjordan2010]

So many ppl talking about dragging the camera to the left. It will disappear after a few starts. It’s a fix they need to update. Mine constantly goes away. I did what you did and made it the first page pick. I replaced my license plate lights on my Denali with white bulbs as well as the dome lighting. 1 touch up should be a thing. My “mirror adjustment” circle vibrates with a bass sensitive song. Drives me crazy. The wireless charger pretty much never works. Idk why I have a iPhone 14pro. But over that at this point. Other than that I’m not really mad about much. I’m at over 2k mileage and 3 months. I get around 18-19 city.

[@TuffPeen]

great video thanks man

[@randymoritz6905]

I’m getting the same truck. My 2015 Colorado that I’ve got right now has power passenger seat and my back seats fold down

[@SirD9696]

Get the lasfit t10 led ligths for the interior. I got red ones for my Colorado and it looks sharp.

[@kurtsandoval7714]

Luv my 22 v6

[@mcheb8910]

Yes, I wish this was a V6 too. Would be nice.

[@hansgiersberg4138]

Nice truck. How’s the road noise with the M/T tires? Also, does the Bose Sound System do noise cancelling? Last years GMC Canyon did, so I’m wondering if this new one gets it.

[@alejandrojph13]

In my experience with other trucks this one does a great job canceling exterior noises

[@americanpool]

At least you got yours. They are telling mine is coming the end of august. Hope so.

[@mcheb8910]

I didn't order, I just went to a lot and bought this one. I just wanted a black one.

[@QUntouchable]

Your quick camera option when "trying to back up" is activated by putting it in reverse... since you're doing that anyway...

[@QUntouchable]

Also, you were crying about the AC then saying it works great..

[@okienightstalker3145]

The map light assy, shifter and piano black plastic is strait out of the Buick Encore...lol I just sold my Gladiator Mojave and have a AT4x coming but will for sure miss the rear under and behind seat storage of the JT

[@andrewrivera5871]

Let’s be real now, it’s a solid truck all the extra stuff we complain about is luxury. There’s always gonna be something about something that we don’t like

[@dixter1652]

those plastic front vents are the bug catchers... in Texas they should fill with grass hoppers pretty well...

[@jacobgordon1197]

That's why I ordered the canyon AT4, I don't off-road so I don't need the DSSVs. I may not have the large gauge cluster but I do have a power passenger seat.

[@ethenjordan2010]

Why I went gmc too. I have the Denali and love it. Also has a heads up display

[@jacobgordon1197]

@@ethenjordan2010 yes how could I forget that!

[@Bearded154]

You can drag and drop items(camera app) to the left quick access area. No all 4 windows up is for safety reasons.

[@mcheb8910]

I considered that about the windows, I guess makes sense. I demonstrate the drag and drop feature for the camera icon in the video, still would prefer a physical quick access button somewhere. My other cars have it, seems to come in handy a lot.

[@Bearded154]

@@mcheb8910 But have you tried dragging it to the left hand quick access area, ie under the google icon.

[@limedem]

1 thing you can do for the camera button is drag and drop it to the side menu bar. camera button can go over the google assistant. Thats what I did on mine.

[@bige311]

My issue was the update leaves the infotainment system on, drained my battery until it was dead.. Not sure if others are having this issue.. Scheduled an appt with dealer..

[@mcheb8910]

Havent had those issues, I think they fixed it in an update. Hopefully anyways.....

[@dream-_weaver4769]

No grab handle on driver's side to get into truck, no step assist to get into bed of truck, no rear camera mirror, no automatic folding side mirrors, no bed lights, no auto rear sliding window. I think that is everything.

[@41tanner]

All black is so clean

[@jgrambo161]

Is the Bose system standard in the ZR2 or did you have to add it?

[@mcheb8910]

It was an added option on the window sticker, $500 I believe. Radio sounds really good, nice bass too.

[@cinnabuns8266]

Thanks for the insights. Colorado's the best looking truck on the market in any category imo. Funny you kept comparing features to the Altima. Altimas get a lot of shit but they're a value king.

[@mcheb8910]

HA! Yes, you're right. I was just thinking of a friends Altima, which cost A LOT less and it had some of these features. I just feel for 2023 and this price it would be easy and cheap to incorporate some things. You're also right about the looks, by far best looking truck. Perfect dimensions and design. awesome.

[@user-wb3br5dy7h]

Parking in standard home garage? Doable? Plan on ordering the '24 Bison and this is my biggest concern as I wish not to park it outside. Anyone?

[@mcheb8910]

The garage this truck is stored in is a standard home garage. The ground to the top of the garage is EXACTLY 81" - from the concrete to the metal top of the door. and this stock ZR2 truck is 76.5" from the ground to the top of the "plastic antenna housing" So YES it does with a little to spare. - I installed a stubby antenna - www.amazon.com/dp/B00TREJZK6?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details which took 2 mins and easy fit with no change in reception here in Dallas, TX. Installing that stubby antenna gave me a little more room than the long 9" dildo antenna the truck comes with.

[@user-wb3br5dy7h]

@@mcheb8910 Thank you for the swift response and the link. You state 76.5 inches to top of antenna housing and GM spec showing 81.9" in overall height, so my assumption is that GM is including the height to tip of antenna...?? My garage, like yours is ground to framed opening is 81" and if I squint and hope at most 81.5". '24 ZR2 Bison specs same as '23 ZR2 in height. Hopeful to thread the needle as outside not an option...for now.

[@bertschmert]

And stuff though

[@user-zq9nr7fv4k]

You can move the camera button to the far left side next to your home button for easier access

[@NickGiordano-zu4em]

im pretty sure there is a hold feature in the overloading mode

[@mcheb8910]

Yes I think you are right, but not so much for daily driving. But good point.

[@lgbnz]

how much was this truck again?

[@RobF2593]

If you were to use this truck as a daily driver, at 6ft tall, do you think side steps are necessary? Adding side step would NOT help the look, but would it be annoying not having them?

[@mcheb8910]

I'm using it as a daily now at 6ft and its a little stretch to get up into, but maybe you could get used to? I'll see. ...I've had it for 4 days now. But I dont like the look of the side steps.

[@cinnabuns8266]

Putting side steps on a ZR2 is craaazy. The thing is purpose built for wheeling. Change the rockers if anything.

[@RobF2593]

​@@cinnabuns8266 If I buy a ZR2 I rarely would take it Off-Road, I just like the rugged-look because that'll age well.

[@dennisbelon4475]

Great review. I agree with your assessment. I’m seriously considering the 2023 ZR2 and at the 50k+ price point many of the things you pointed out should be fixed. I hope the mileage improves with break-in. You should get at least 16 mpg. Also, the lack of 12v power near the dash is unacceptable. How do you like the Bose audio system? If GM fixed a lot of these issue it would be a killer truck.

[@mcheb8910]

Yes, I agree - Don't get me wrong- I love the truck, maybe these things are nit-picky? The BOSE sounds great, nice clarity and can feel the bass on your pant leg from the door speaker pushing air sometimes. The 12v power is baffling, like WTF? I think the gas mileage will get better in time, I'm driving a little more conservatively to see. I'm still happy and overall pleased with the truck

[@markclinton2425]

You can buy a USB to cigarette lighter for less than 10 bucks to add a radar detector or other accessories.

[@zbassr2106]

Whats your thoughts on the new engine and the transmission?

[@mcheb8910]

Its adequate I'd say, Not anything really eye opening but drives and shifts smooth gets up in traffic "decent" and on the freeway. Obviously, gas mileage is horrible. Also sounds mehh like a 4cyl. But it seems to work well. Time will tell I guess.

[@randycupp5925]

It's not new... GM has been using the 2.7 and eight speed transmission in the 1500's since 2019.

[@frodcoma973]

There’s a lot of people saying that you can actually get better gas mileage on a full size truck, is that true?

[@captaincrypto9660]

The 33 inch off road tires is what kills the gas mileage

[@NickGiordano-zu4em]

im sure you can find 12V power in the pillar or bring it up into the pillar

[@mcheb8910]

Yes probably so, I'm looking at solutions for my dash cam too.

[@CUJONFRIENDS]

I've had mine for 10 months now 12,000 miles on it the gas mileage does not get better The camera icon or any icon on the screen can be moved to the column on the left side of the screen for quick access I like how this truck looks but other than that there are too many issues for me to say I'm happy with it Visible carpet seems Chipping paint All plastic interior and gloss scratch way too easy All door seals leak when raining The bed window seal leakes The so called safety feature has locked up on the breaks twice with nothing in front of me at 35mph and 40mph Settings reset every few months Keyless entry doesn't always work

[@carltaylor5604]

Did you not look at it before you bought it?

[@ryanolson8295]

You should be able to drag the camera button to the left side shortcuts. No All windows up is for safety. To me it makes sense to have a constant indicator that the front collision is turned off in case you are expecting it to be working, it also wouldn't be very effective if when a collision is possible it wasn't in your face and super obvious with flashing and interrupting music etc. Yeah we need to bring back the retractable antennas or incorporate them into the windshield or something, unfortunately you cannot get away from length to catch waves.

[@PJ-gp2hj]

That’s why it’s less than GMC version…Plastics , AVH, 4 windows safety issue, chevy’s typically more manual, agree on homelink, agree on backseat, storage common to size. Can you move camera icon to left stack on main screen?

[@briankubek6716]

My '16 Colorado Z71 has passenger power seat. That's incredible that this '23 Zr2 doesn't.

[@mcheb8910]

I know right, was a little surprised but still enjoying the truck. Its been fun

[@jeffreyjohnston6843]

long term the plastic on the dash will last longer and it's a truck it should need more cleaning than a car if you use it like a truck. lots of people think a truck should be like a car. it's a truck you know men balls things like that. no power on the passenger seat seems really cheap my 2021 zr2 has power on both seats. my 3.6 L gets 16.5 mpg.oh the flairs sticking out suck they will collect dirt, my 21-fit snug. You can buy a snubby antenna but mine is about 4 inches from factory, I wonder why they made it so long.I like my black leather seats. oh that no plug for radar detector sucks mine has one where I think you said it should be . you're right the shiny black will make it look dirty around the shifter mine is a flat silver and don't show fingerprints. That was a good review, the more reviews I keep seeing the more I like my 2021 better and better . Guys are complaining about things that the older model already had and am glad I got it when I did . thanks please let us know more as you use your truck.

[@mcheb8910]

All very good points, yes I agree.

[@NDparticular]

So happy someone’s said something about the fender flares, I looked at a trail boss and all the flares had uneven flimsy gaps, for 42k they should at least have a rubber gasket

[@bricks-mortar]

13:11 TY. Full of deal breaking points of concern.

[@NickGiordano-zu4em]

they sell stubby antennas i plan on getting one and a company sells skins for the piano black finger print issue , that fender flare is a pisser

[@mcheb8910]

Good to know. I'll look into it. Yeah I'll get the fenders looked at.

[@rippnraptor540]

Once you hit around 500 miles or so you will get 18 mpg. Mine was exactly 12.9 untill around that mileage.

[@mcheb8910]

I'm looking forward to it. Its been fun so far

[@dixter1652]

another thing I just noticed.... there is no rear bumper step to get into the bed....

[@chadbrinkley6358]

Those vents work just fine in AZ. It's not allowed for safety reasons to have auto up on the passenger windows.

[@mychaelhouck2404]

looks like you have powered steps....is that factory or aftermarket?

[@mcheb8910]

Those are factory rock sliders and do not move, just for side body protection.

[@mychaelhouck2404]

@@mcheb8910 ahhh, okay. I was about to get excited. Great looking truck, I went LT 4x4, and have a lot of same complaints, but overall I still really like it.

[@steverupert6988]

No sound controls on the steering wheel, no homelink, and that warning light on the dash needs fixed ASAP for the '24.

[@mcheb8910]

Volume controls are on the wheel just the under side, like where paddle shifters would normally be. Same for the other side of the wheel for next song and skip etc. Yes warning light is annoying for sure. And Yes I think it should have HomeLink, cheaper smaller cars even have it at $35K

[@nando5one0]

I'm going to get a Tacoma & stuff tho

[@achrisofalltrades5620]

I feel like buying an Altima now 😂

[@mcheb8910]

Very well could be, might get more for your money :)

[@dixter1652]

as time goes along you will notice the larger tires will begin to rip the paint off of the truck...

[@troytroy3066]

20 things you don't like? You didn't see all that stuff prior to purchasing the vehicle or did you just order it without testing?

[@HunterValdez-qr6ns]

I think you should get a Nissan Altima like your buddy.

[@jokensy101]

Why would the back seats fold down in a pick up truck? 🤨🤦‍♂️

[@DSherman911]

What year is it, and how much does this truck cost?😂

[@dixter1652]

I can't believe that they messed up the back seat.... thats BS... my 2019 back seat folds down and makes a nice shelf... how hard would it have been to just keep the back seat to be able to fold down... and these trucks are way way too expensive... when I bought mine you could order the Bison for $50K..

[@hangdogdaddy38]

Should have got a Frontier Pro4X. Cheaper and a lot of what that doesn't have.

[@randycupp5925]

Like what?

[@GregEmburyK4GTE]

With all your issues with the truck, why did you buy one ?

[@mcheb8910]

haven't had any problems, I have a ranch here in Texas and haven't had any issues using the truck

[@brandonmullin4039]

Stop getting close to people and the red light won’t flash. Also you probly can change the sensitivity

[@redxxman3895]

This video seems like a gf wrote it. Lmao

[@Holden-McGroin]

Seems like you should have bought an Altima…

[@carlmcdonald5864]

You can't have the windows. Come up at the same time because of government regulation, it can cause injury to children or animals.

[@shelbygtrag5859]

Can always trade it in for 2024 Tacoma! Much nicer, better gas, more power, better reliability, better resale, power tail gate up,down, bigger info screen 14 inch!,better quality interior, not to mention better looking IMO. Can you imagine getting 37 MPG?

[@suzanegcid]

⛔☢⛔ ... It's nice looking truck , BUT , for MID-SIZE Truck - FUEL ECONOMY - 13 mpg from 4 cylindr 2.7 Liter TURBO engine ❓❓❓ .... WHAT A JOKE ! ... That's worst than reliable atmospheric 3.6 Litre V6 or 5 Liter V8 . So , why not to stick with that 3.6 Litre V6 or 5 Liter V8 ??? .... Engine that has poor fuel economy , and because it's highly stressed turbocharge engine , so it will be unreliable !!! ..... WHY would anyone want MID-SIZE Truck with engine like that ?!?!?

[@dixter1652]

2023 colorado - piss pore planning

[@TerryTackett-kf7th]

Then you should not have gotten the truck if you don't like the truck

[@jokensy101]

One solution for you, sell the truck and get the Nissan Ultima... 😏

[@chuckcarter7431]

First world problems

[@gg-nm5uj]

you are just being a cry little baby

[@TerryTackett-kf7th]

Then you should not have gotten the truck if you don't like the truck