Can a Fancy New 2023 Chevy Colorado Z71 Keep Up with the New Trail Boss Off-Road? Let's Find Out!

[@MattF-ro4cn]

I feel the trail boss should be able to be optioned like the Z71. I like that you can get a basic off road truck but there needs to be something in-between the trail boss and ZR2. A Z71 with the trail boss equipment would be perfect for a lot of people.

[@Milano322]

That’s where the Canyon AT4 sits, Trail Boss equipment with Z71 luxuries… problem is, it’s barely any cheaper than a Colorado ZR2, which gets the Z71 goodies anyways.

[@WheelieBad]

Amen

[@Skraals]

I'd want a trailboss option with front lockers and heated seats. Live in quebec, need the seats due to winter and the lockers for going up north. Weekends in winter and 1 week out of 2 in summer I'm in the woods, need both lockers. The F-150 trucks are just too big.

[@walkworthy]

They'll probably add an Off-Road package for the Z71 later. They did that with the 22 Canyon.

[@LoneWanderer479]

I agree. I don't like major options like heated seats being locked behind the high level trims. My LT trail boss Silverado has heated seats and steering wheel and a bunch of other goodies and it's still below the LTZ (similar spot in the lineup as the 23 Colorado Trail Boss)

[@4-LOW]

It pains me to say this after 35 years of bad experiences and hate for GM products, but I really like the direction they've been going with their trucks lately. The new Colorado looks fantastic and has nice equipment. The Silverado ZR2 is sweet, and they're investing in new V8 gas and I-6 diesel engines. Well done GM, well done. To hell with EV tech.

[@highbrass7563]

I've had four incredible GM cars over the years! Sorey you had no luck with them

[@MrJamesLuz]

Ironically, this is GM’s pattern. They are run by accountants and marketing “experts”. By the time they understand what the market wants it’s too late and they miss the mark. Example? The best years of the hummer H3 and H3T were in the middle of the Great Recession. They waited too long to build the Alpha versions and BOOM bankrupt. Now they are releasing these awesome trucks….oh the Colorado shared a platform with the H3….hmm if we have a major recession in 2023 my guess is GM will kill off all of these Trail Boss and ZR2 trims because of “low sales”

[@RossMalagarie]

@@highbrass7563 I'm on my 4th GM truck and I only have had good experiences with them

[@windycitywarrior71]

You can have bad experiences with any automakers if you buy and drive enough of them. Ive own at least 20 GM products from trucks to a corvette. Nothing is perfect all have unique issues just like all other manufacturers.

[@RossMalagarie]

@@windycitywarrior71 100% agree, every manufacturer had lemons and will have problems, the killer is how hard is it to get fixed, how fast, and is it covered under warranty?

[@drnick40]

Z71 for me. A nice blend of luxury and capability. Thank you Andrei! Awesome video.

[@Jasmurray87]

Same, I’d option it with the 18s though instead of the 20s they look to big imo on a smaller truck.

[@Hooner77]

@@Jasmurray87 Actually the 20s are the option. Both trims come standard with 18s

[@Muzzleblast-1911]

I love the new Colorado body style and the trail boss looks great! I want one, I just won't pay the ridiculous prices car manufacturers and dealers are demanding these days.

[@donnag4554]

Gotta watch...they are tacking on and extra 10K which I was told due to COVID! What a joke!

[@williameisenman9008]

Here's my take. The Trail Boss is an off-road configured Work Truck positioned in the market for the no-frills buyer. That positioning matches well to Chevrolet's value leader role. If you want that same level of off-road performance, with the expected creature comforts and conveniences, you're really in the GMC Canyon AT4 market. That seems to be the sweet spot for me; the balance of towing and payload with off-road ability in a package I can be comfortable in on 3-4 week long excursions.

[@jbsmoov1911]

The problem I have is I want the AT4 interior with the Colorado trail boss everything else :) The GMC Canyon face is just ugly. They really tried hard to mess that up. Reminds me of the fail on the HD Silverado until the recent refresh which didn't take long. I bet the Canyon gets a facial update in 2-3 years max. The Colorados look great.

[@mrvwbug4423]

Except the Canyon AT4 costs as much as the Coloardo ZR2, the GMC tax has gotten huge in recent years. All the Colorados competitors allow you to choose premium interior or basic interior with their off road packages (premium package on Tacoma TRD off road, FX4 package can be specced to any trim level Ranger, Frontier has a premium package for the Pro 4X as well).

[@williameisenman9008]

@@mrvwbug4423 AT4 @$43,900; ZR2 @$46,800. And the AT4 retains higher payload and towing.

[@chadsteele1]

@@jbsmoov1911 long took them four years, theyre stubborn.

[@baconeggstoast5327]

@@williameisenman9008are you sure? I’ve only seen at4 for 46,000 and higher

[@johngrodski4158]

Trail Boss hands down for me. Very nice styling and less is more sometimes.

[@mwbrada]

They both are very sharp but it's the Trail Boss all day for me.

[@samerkia]

If the trailboss had remote start and ONLY heated seats (don't care about ventilated) I'd definitely get the trailboss, but currently I'm leaning more towards the Z71 for those features and for the AUX port

[@cputeq007]

Same - I love love the trail boss look, but lacking the heat seats and steering (i think) and a BIG ONE -- lacking articulating steering wheel led me to Z71. Plus, I'm a sucker for that interior Z71 seat stitching - looks very nice. Also, I'm betting the Z71 gets better gas mileage because of the lower stance and let's be honest - I'm going to use my truck 99.9% of the time as an on-road daily-driver to work.

[@willflores4370]

I got the z71 for that reason. Package was a no brainer for me as in the city it’s perfect with all the bells and whistles. Some changes to suspension and tires and can use it off-road. It feels luxurious honestly. Love the cooled seats lol

[@MrTezo411]

Came across this review this is exactly why I needed thank you! Z71 it is!

[@adamgroth1980]

Exactly why I went with a GMC Canyon AT4. Wanted the lift and LED lights but didn't need the extreme off-roadability of a ZR2. Plus I was able to get the heated/ventilated seats and heated wheel.

[@coolranch1660]

I’m glad you posted that. The GMC is very nice, but are so pricey that I didn’t look into them as much. If the option packages are better/more available on the GMC, the price difference may be worth it to get closer to what I want

[@adamgroth1980]

@@coolranch1660 I ordered with most every option other than the 360 camera, HUD, and Sunroof. It came in right around $49,500USD. When I spec'ed a Z71 I think it was about $48k but didn't have the lift and wider stance. I felt those options were worth the difference.

[@texastravelers210]

@@adamgroth1980 almost $50k for a midsize truck ? That's insane. I can get a few years old full size pick up truck equipped with a reliable V8, low miles , much more space for under $40k .

[@jamiefty]

Man. The suspension flex capability in that Trail Boss is epic. Definitely looking to trade into one of these soon.

[@joshc606]

Z71 is what the people needs but Trail Boss is what we want lol

[@joshuaallswang8016]

Bro your name is sick🔥

[@mus_xr4653]

People want the zr2 is what I am thinking

[@andrewsbbq]

People want the ZR2 but TB is based off the work truck so it's actually priced nicely in the lineup.

[@kx8960]

@@mus_xr4653 I'll be getting the ZR2.

[@albertmcfry6322]

I like them both!

[@ryansheard8092]

GM has done a great job with the updated Colorado. The only thing I still find agregious and absurd is they don't have a selectable locker on the lower trims. That G80 isn't any where close to as good as a selectable locker. Get it together GM!

[@quintili1]

It's so dumb.

[@shipjumper6068]

I’m with you. I’ll take the Trail Boss over the Z71, but I’d rather have it in the blue color of the Z71. Thanks for this review of the two trucks.

[@harolddenton6031]

I love my velocity blue colored Colorado trail boss truck. It came with bigger 275/65R18 Goodyear territory mud terrain tires. It has been easily climbing up forestry/ logging roads in northeast Tennessee up on holston mountain.

[@semiauto3148]

Z-71 is the trim for me. Love the looks of it…not getting rid of my 19 Silverado though…that 6.2 is nice!

[@troymcclure9088]

Just ordered my Z71. Love the luxury and looks. Plan to put 33’s and upgraded shocks on it.

[@atg1338]

What brand of shocks?

[@troymcclure9088]

@@atg1338 probably Icon.

[@northerntoyota7584]

Andre, you excited for your Colorado? Basically driving what you ordered, or having some 6’2” buyers remorse?

[@Milano322]

To get the luxuries of the Z71 with the suspension of the Trail Boss, you’ve got to get the Canyon AT4. But the Canyon AT4 almost costs the same as a Colorado ZR2.. I know what I’d pick!

[@j.martin4476]

The only downside to that is losing a substantial amount of towing capacity in the ZR2… that being said if you don’t plan on pulling than the zr2 hands down all day

[@mrvwbug4423]

@@j.martin4476 And remember the ZR2 will have HUGE markups and 99% will be bought by flippers/investors, just like TRD pros. If it holds value like the TRD pro it will be a garage queen that you dare not drive lest you hurt the resale value.

[@oscarmayer9823]

I see GM has been doing some work. But if you take the Z71 and add your own wheel and tires you’ll be just as capable as trail boss.

[@DM-fv7hw]

Z71 with an aftermarket lift for me. However, I just jump to the ZR2.

[@HotRod37]

I have owned several new trucks from each of the big three since 1985. All were 4 wheel drive and all trim levels, never had a problem with any of them.

[@larryrogers9060]

Really do appreciate unique colors on trucks. That yellow will definitely sell and be hard to keep on the dealer lots. 💛💛💛💛

[@CAPSTONE.]

"I get high like Colorado",🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥I love it every truck of the Colorado is pretty dang Kool thx TFL

[@zonacrs]

Z71 for me with the 18 inch standard wheels and AT tires. That being said, I just went to the Chevy build and price and was at 48K for the same features, plus a few more than my 2021 F150 regular cab short box that I ordered and paid a little over 40K for with incentives (XL, 4x4, 5.0 V8, tow package with brake controller, snow plow prep package, BLISS, 360 degree camera system, 3.73 rear locker, spray in bed liner, tie down hooks and a soft bed cover. Ford Rocks when it comes to stand alone options across trim levels). To be fair and completely honest, I ordered the truck just before the pandemic blew up and Ford honored the pre-pandemic build and price when it showed up. If I backed out of the deal the dealer could have sold it for much more. Kudo's to them for honoring the deal. With a 122 inch wheelbase that little F150 will go almost anywhere a current "midsize" truck will and specs out with a 1,785 pound payload. Damn, truck prices have gone nuts in just a few years! I dig this mid size truck and would buy it, but not for close to 50K. Even pricing a Trail Boss with minimal options was 45K. A hard hell no for me on a mid size truck unless there are some pretty steep discounts/incentives. Pretty much why I ordered a basic 2 door truck with my options a few years ago. 10K in 2 years is insane.

[@WethepeopleFreedom76]

GMC canyon AT4 would be the best option if you want more features and offroad capabilities

[@k9karma]

I am with Andre on this one. Like everything better in the Trail boss model.

[@FriarPop]

peak poor!

[@Pr0digy47]

I actually really like the new Colorado’s. Hated the old ones. But these are cheaper and now the interiors are good and their the same size as full size older silverados

[@BrandonK80]

Blows my mind for how much you're paying for the Trailboss you don't even get LED lighting or heated seats. Also why did they put red tow hooks on the street oriented truck and not on the off-road truck?

[@kevinstarski1598]

LED's are great, until they don't work any more. Then it's major dinero to fix a freaking light! Heated seats is a must with leather, with cloth I found it pretty much useless unless you live in a really cold climate.

[@spdcrzy]

I actually like the Z71 for what it is. I need something that won't die when it hits a pothole, and I need to get through snow, ice, big puddles, mud, and slush, but I don't need to go TRULY off-road. Plus it needs to have ventilated and heated seats as well - because it's my daily. I'm really hoping to get one soon.

[@wwz1011]

If I could get a larger fuel tank, the Z71 would be my choice. As someone who tows a 4,000 pound trailer, the small tank means low range. Fuel economy on these turbo 4 cylinders tends to drop almost to half stated MPG. Trail Boss needs LED headlights. Nitro Yellow is HOT!!

[@mrvwbug4423]

Midsize truck fuel economy without a diesel is laughable, My V6 Tacoma is barely more fuel efficient than a full size, can get 22-23mpg in optimal conditions, and even a mild headwind can drop it to 15-16mpg.

[@StarGateSG7]

In any non-EV truck our company gets, we always put in a 50 U.S. Gallon (190 litres) or even a 100 Gallon (380 litres) auxilliary fuel tank which also have an add-on fuel pump nozzle which lets us pump gasoline or diesel into another truck or UTV/SxS. The KEY ISSUE is getting the in-cabin fuel-gauge and auto-tank-switch which lets you draw from the main tank or the in-bed auxilliary tank as soon as a pre-set level on either is reached (usually 5 or 10 litres as the limit before automatic tank switch-over!) On a fully-loaded-with-camp-gear Ford Ranger Lariat with 32 inch M/T tires, while having the 50 gallon in-bed auxilliary tank where 190 litres of Gasoline is 312 lbs or 141 kg in weight, usually gets us 16 litres per 100 km fuel economy (14.7 mpg) when off-road in severe terrain. This gives us over 1180 KM of extra range or about ANOTHER 683 miles over the normal tank's 200 miles of range in severe and steep terrain. That combined 883 miles of driving range on the worst rainy/muddy/snowy Western Canada mountain roads is more than good enough driving range for us during our work and weekend off-road fun times. On sunny and dry days you can get almost 1000 miles (1600 km) of driving range on off-road packed gravel terrain. That is the same distance driving completely off-road from the Southern US Border near San Diego to the Oregon State border on one single fill-up while driving ONLY on off-road FSR sand/rock/mud/gravel roads! THAT is a looooooong camping trip that could take a whole week to do, so getting an in-bed auxilliary fuel tank is A GOOD BUY! I personally like the Trax-4 50 Gallon Tank from Transfer Flow which fits under most tonneau covers and canopies. It's about $1700 USD which is a bit expensive BUT it has EVERYTHING you need in a proper auxilliary fuel tank system. It even has an app you can download to keep track of all your fuel use on your smartphone or tablet! V

[@rayb2208]

"I think I can feel the rear differential locking" as it clunks and slams the truck forward...haha. Yes Andre, the rear diff definitely locked.

[@jhagen4850]

Combined MPG: Z71 4x4 15MPG. W/T 4x4 (low output) 17MPG.

[@LoneWanderer479]

Been waiting for this video for days haha. Great review Andre! I'm beyond excited for my Z71 to be built

[@sabin2680]

How much did it set you back if you don't mind me asking?

[@LoneWanderer479]

@sabin 26 so I got mine pretty loaded with features so MSRP is 49k. But I have a discount and some expected equity in my current Silverado. So mine is estimated to be around 41k after that. And then whatever fees and incentives there might be at time of purchase. Seems like a lot for midsize but the full size pickups are running north of 60/65k MSRP for the equivalent trim and options.

[@paulmadkow9143]

The trail boss looks pretty sweet. Cant wait to see when Andre gets his. I think this might be my next truck.

[@poppyneese1811]

Give these new Chevys a 10 on looks, with 310 hp they should run like like a scared hound! Hoping this 2.7 turbo proves to be a great long lasting engine, we know GM is capable of building awesome engines!

[@RossMalagarie]

Also with stock 390 foot pounds of torque and for $400 you can get 430 foot pounds of torque these mid sized trucks should fly off the line

[@jeffk464]

I don't need a truck that will last forever, but getting 12-15 years 150,000 miles without issues isn't too much to ask.

[@coolranch1660]

I think you mean ‘run like a stryped ass ape’ , that’s more like it 👍

[@FriarPop]

its slow as a dog but will probably be ok

[@poppyneese1811]

@@FriarPop drove a friends 2010 GMC Sierra, a nice truck for the time, but the 5.3 felt like a anchor compared to my 2.7 Ecoboost. I was em really surprised just how old that truck felt, steering wasn’t tight, brakes seemed slow to react, that truck had less than 30k on it, now will admit he’s 82 and rarely drives it, but trucks have come so far in just that amount of time, will say the seats were great and it still was a very nice truck.

[@ricwestdoesitwork]

I’m with you Andre! The Trail Boss is the better truck for off roading fun.

[@lukemellor9950]

New body style is a huge improvement over the outgoing model IMO.

[@zachowens1412]

If you guys get a long term tester I would love to see and old vs new comparison. Get all 3 gens of the Colorado and run them through your offroad trail and maybe tow up the Ike. Do a Z71 from the first gen with the v8 and see how it compares to the Z71 v6 2nd gen and the new Z71 or trailboss.

[@daltonidaho]

This new design looks great! Especially the Trail Boss. I just wish I could fit comfortably inside midsized trucks.

[@kaidsander5438]

Not sure about the 23, but I have a 21 and it’s the only midsize I comfortably fit in at 6’8”

[@daltonidaho]

@@kaidsander5438 Yeah, I'm 6'2" but unfortunately I have a tall torso 😥 perhaps the newer models are larger! I think the last Colorado I sat in was from 2017 or so.

[@kaidsander5438]

@@daltonidaho you need to find one with full power adjustment. I fit with a long torso with almost 2 inches extra headroom. No such luck in any other midsize. Just need to wait and see if I can fit in the new model with a sunroof. Lol

[@MrChadx1]

@@kaidsander5438 Agreed that the power seats on many medium and smaller vehicles seems to allow for more headroom than those with manually adjustable seats, but then you are sitting much lower and so lose the nice bench-seat-like, bent-knee seating position and so sit closer to the floor and with legs more stretched out in front. I'm only slightly over average height, but much prefer pickups and seat adjustments that allow for a more bent-knee sitting position and many of the mid-size vehicles that I'd love to own over the years, with seats adjusted low to give enough headroom, just are not as comfortable as fullsize

[@daltonidaho]

@@kaidsander5438 Good tip! I'm going to revisit the Canyon.

[@jimsomerville3924]

Love the Trail Boss. Nice that don't have to package extra bells and whistles with off road features.

[@garylewis976]

Just got a Z71 last week, and LOVE IT!

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

I prefer the front facia and interior goodies of the Z71 which should be called RST including heated seats 💺 which I love in my 2013 Chevy Cruze and should be available in a 42k truck 🛻, but I love the stance, off road capability and price of the Trail Boss.

[@michaelk946]

I am picking up my z71 tomorrow. I’m 62 and like my creature comforts and in Florida air conditioned seats are nice. I just hope I can get in and out of it in a few years.

[@hexhead5732]

Trail boss number one 4 x 4 truck for me someday I hope to buy one good job GM

[@terrencejones9817]

I agree ,Trailboss without the LED light options is a big miss. My Half Ton Trailboss LT has LED head and Fog lights

[@ALMX5DP]

They may bring out an LT TrailBoss model in the future, this seems to be in line with what the Custom TrailBoss is.

[@terrencejones9817]

@ALMX5DP yeah that's possible. Then there is a price issue. The current Colorado Trail is the same price my 1500 LT Trailboss was in 2019.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@terrencejones9817 yeah price issues abound these days. Nothing is the same as it was before so hard to compare like for like.

[@terrencejones9817]

@ALMX5DP prices are insane. It's 74k Canadian to Replace my LT Trailboss today.

[@wingman8447]

Good vid. I’m interested in how you optioned out the Trail Boss you ordered and why. Thank you.

[@JLUOffRoad]

I will pick the Z71 because the interior is more refined lots of features and it looks better, you can always change the wheels and tires.

[@mhardy006]

I just ordered a Z71 because I really wanted the amenities that the Trail Boss didn't offer but on the other hand, I'd really like the lift and wheel spacing for off road. So, my question is; If I throw a 2" lift and 1.5" spacers on my Z71, don't I effectively have a Z71 equipped Trail Boss??? What am I missing?

[@KL-pq2sl]

Like Trail Boss. It's simple and not cluttered with gadgets. Its what you need as a work truck, off roader and a daily driver. Too many comfort features = more things to break down.

[@bradh7472]

My work ordered me a trail boss a week ago. I hope it doesn't take many months to get. I ordered all the packages on it as well so should be great as a company truck/personal truck. I hope it holds up. Never owned a new GM vehicle or been in one for a long period of time that I was in charge of.

[@Wxman9123]

Pretty good amount of articulation on that TB for being stock.

[@keefgtp]

The Trailboss as a value off-roader is a great idea because Chevy knows a lot of people are going to modify the trucks anyway. People will add aftermarket bumpers and lights which render the stock headlights a moot point. But the ZR2 will of course be the all-out expensive trim so of course it's going to have all the goodies regardless.

[@pagodad8079]

That is true, I’m sure Alpha rex and other brands will create aftermarket led headlights that’ll be better than oem

[@IssaqAl-Ahmed]

I've had the same complaints with the Ram Rebel package. I really wish they would allow you to get the upgraded headlights and options that you can get on the higher trims. All in all, I wish off-road trims were all just packages that could be applied to all vehicles.

[@Melonreacts7156]

My complaint with the Ram Rebel is that it went from 51k to 72k in the span of the pandemic and the dealers are "Yup, sure did, sign right chere "

[@rockkstah2550]

I'm gonna be getting one of these in the Fall of 2024 and am caught between the Z71 and the TB,. The only thing TB needs is a fog light and were set to go..

[@johngeorge2081]

Hope you're right, because my Harvest Bronze Trail Boss is scheduled for March 13! Went with this model for the same reasons that you mentioned, plus I work outside and get very dirty. Wanted a more wt interior, but a more capable off roader.

[@americanpool]

Where are you located? Sounds like you were able to order one. Was the zr2 avail? I’m looking to order and pay cash for the zr2 desert boss

[@gmpartsguy9614]

If there's any major nitpick, its the controls all being in the radio. Traction control, window lockout, and most importantly, headlights. These controls have been commonplace in GM trucks for about 15 years now, and I see no reason to depart from that.

[@jst4curiosity704]

I like the TrailBoss more as well -- no need to burn another $5K..

[@uniquestion777]

WT, pick your engine, and upgrade parts on your own is the answer...

[@txvet7738]

I agree with you Andre….Trail Boss all the way but in the blue!

[@TheNewenglandboys]

It seems to me that LED lights should be standard equipment on all vehicles these days. I can’t believe it’s a huge price difference. In reality, what would it cost GM to add LED lights and heated seats? But instead, GM hopes the lack of a few items will push the buyer up another level. It’s a tactic imho

[@JwLincolnTC]

Trail Boss would have been an easy pick for me if not for how much they cheaped it out. For over 40,000 I need heated seats, heated steering wheel, just a few creature comforts. Most of these are going to be mostly driving around with a little bit of trail work. The lack of LEDs is pretty lame too.

[@ronaldcampbell602]

The inclusion of the terrain modes in the more "budget" trim Trail Boss seems like a really great deal for folks who pick that trim and do a lot of trail driving.

[@mrgmc6314]

It's got cylinder deactivation it goes 4 3 2 1 0 ... depending on power on demand ... lol I'm glad they used a bad ass 4. Cylinder turbo setup but I'd love a 5.3 aluminum block with a blower in the new zr2 colarado and silverado

[@rileychalmers7733]

I feel like specing out an lt with the comfort features u like and then putting a little money into offroad parts would be one of the better ways to go. Based off the zr2 kinda have an idea what tires u can fit with a 3 inch lift.

[@andrewshoe6832]

One thing to keep in mind. You can't get the 2-speed transfer case on the WT or LT trims.

[@masonryman8183]

@@andrewshoe6832 prety sure it'll bolt right up. Gm parts bin to the rescue

[@mrvwbug4423]

Z71 with an aftermarket lift seems like the way to go if you want off road ability without having to settle for the stripped out Trail Boss or pay a massive premium and massive dealer markup for a ZR2. It's just like the TRD Off Road vs TRD Pro, you can make a TRD off road WAY better than a TRD pro for significantly less than the price difference between the two before the insane dealer markups on the TRD Pro (most TRD Pros are also being sold to flippers, especially in the special color for that model year).

[@jBeaulieu051]

Its rough, I was heavily considering the Gladiator with the ecodiesel because diesel and soft top but the new Colorado has really impressed me. Chevrolet has been doing a lot of things right this last year it would seem with design and listening to their consumers. Now I cant decide on the Trailboss for its rugged looks in nitro yellow or spending the extra money on the ZR2 for its interior alone and lose the 1700lbs in towing capability. Tough decisions while I prepare to give GM all my money lol.

[@RidersInBlack]

Excellent review guys. Just finished watching Stevens review on Truck King where they actually took out a work truck for a drive. I have to say the trail boss is the best deal out of the lineup, but they need to include heated seats. That's unacceptable at that price point. Love the new look and I think GM is going in the right direction. Let's see when the new Tacoma comes out, and the new Ford Ranger. That will be a great comparison.

[@Millerbros3]

I believe you can add heated seats to the trail boss as a package

[@RidersInBlack]

@Millerbros3 Yes but that increases the price based on the package and it will no longer be the great deal that it is on a basic level. It needs to be standard. That's pretty basic even on Corolla's and Hyundai's and Kia's. Even on their economy cars with the mid grade trim level.

[@CraigSmith568]

Heated seats would be a waste of money for me. I would never use them.

[@RidersInBlack]

@@CraigSmith568 Well up here in Canada my friend, we wouldn't do without them. Warmer climates are a different story, but they should be equipped nonetheless

[@Millerbros3]

@@RidersInBlack True. It's a $1300 package that includes other things like automatic climate control

[@MrDutch1e]

Trail Boss Colorado is my next truck but feel like I'm gonna have to wait a while to get one.

[@mrvwbug4423]

Also expect to pay a huge markup on a stripped out work truck with a lift.

[@christopherloffredo9126]

Love the looks of the new Colorado. (I guess the are selling at least one in puke yellow). I agree with you that Wheels and tires and ground clearance of the Trailboss is the way to go. But living in CO I’m not going with heated seats, a sunroof, or automatic climate control. Chevy has really gotten off track with their new trim levels.

[@sneakersonfeet9045]

The one thing that always drives me nuts is that at this point ALL Vehicles should have LED HEADLIGHTS STANDARD!

[@John-by6jw]

I'd love to have LED's in my TrailBoss. I can't believe they aren't standard across the line. Especially when the fancy screens are available in every trim level.

[@ryanblacklock3005]

You say that until you hit something on the trail and it cost over a grand to replace the housing.

[@davefowler7146]

Trailboss is where it’s at! Great color choice

[@striperking6083]

Ive had 5 GM 4x4 . The 4x4 push button system did not work on the 2 1998 , 2001 ZR2 Blazers nor the 2006 GM Sierra Z71 ( which I still own ) . But the comfort was very nice . Im hoping that GM has improved on that problem.

[@chadgodfrey4364]

The trail boss needs front and rear lockers. Yes the mustard yellow will sell, but the blue is the show piece. GM needs to merge more mechanical ability, in there 4x4 . The convenience package is nice. Can’t wait to see what the canyon has for us.

[@Jeepingshort]

I think the zr2 is still coming which will have front and rear lockers

[@kx8960]

@@Jeepingshort Yup, and another 1" of lift/ground clearance. I'll be ordering one in Red...

[@chanoleyva8584]

@@kx8960 you can't afford one 🤣😂

[@kx8960]

@@chanoleyva8584 I can EASILY afford the payment of 2 of them, even after my house payment, all my bills, and STILL easily have money enough to rent your puta mom, sister, AND girlfriend every night. 'Bye Felicia...

[@outdoortruckman]

Great video, Andre. I have ordered one similar to yours. Sand Dune metallic, convenience packages, towing, rhinolineing, and skid plates. Super excited. I really like the basic interior. Good review keep them coming!

[@WW-wf8tu]

The Z71 (blue truck)had a pretty violent response engaging portions of that up hill climb. Bet it was fun to hang out with fellow journalists. Already caught this event from another source. But they did not point out anyone and say hi to them. lol

[@mrvwbug4423]

That is pretty normal for automatic lockers when you are dangling a wheel in the air. Off road mode on the Colorado disables rear wheel traction control, so you don't get the brake based torque vectoring to soften the engagement of the auto locker. The only auto lockers that engage smoothly without TC assistance are Gerotors and I'm not sure you can even get them anymore (they came on certain years of the 2nd gen Grand Cherokee).

[@Bnguyen276]

The led lights can be changed out later when the aftermarket led lights come out. Not a big deal breaker

[@jamesclark9791]

I currently have a 2nd gen Colorado I bought a wt and upgraded it myself instead of buying a higher up trim but I think if I where to buy a new one I’d go with the trail boss

[@jaykanngiesser3454]

Had the last gen Colorado. It’s too bad GM didn’t put an actual locker in it the rear of the Trail Boss. Minor cost and in keeping with the intent of the truck.

[@FXIIBeaver]

The G80 is perfectly fine. Plenty of people have gone places with the G80.

[@speterbilt]

Comapring the TB to the TRD Pro Tacoma I think the Tacoma is a better value. For a couple grand more you get a locker, sunroof, leather seats, heated seats, Fox shocks, & more.

[@enonek2960]

Can't wait till your truck arrives. Hope the family loves it!

[@smittysmitty481]

The Trailboss should have a selectable rear locker standard & not the G80. Big miss on GM’s part, but I’m sure they will correct this on future refreshes for the generation. Other than that, the Trailboss is bad ass af!

[@caden7864]

Trail boss for 39k is kind of a steal

[@rayyoung2785]

18 in wheels are stock on the Z71. The wheel opening moldings are not stock and are currently not available.

[@WheresHerb]

I really like the G80 locker in my Colorado.

[@quintili1]

It's terrible if you're doing any hard off-roading. You've already lost traction when it finally slams into engagement.

[@RyanRKJ]

It’s awkward for rock crawling, but good for hill climbs, and articulated sections.

[@anthonycioffi0331]

I'd like to know if GM improved the rubber boots for this new generation's IFS.... I had a "17 ZR2, and the shaft boots on that gen Colorado were known to tear when off roading.

[@jonathanfreeman7761]

Ordered a ZR2 and found out 360 cameras are NOT available at this time and GM has no information on when they will be. They are part of the technology package and that is the only way to get them. Unfortunately After ordering a 21 Tahoe that never got built I canceled this order for the Colorado. I had hoped GM was getting better about communicating with their customers but my dealer could not get any answer for me either.

[@mrvwbug4423]

The either/or on the Z71 vs Trail Boss is a deal breaker for me, I want the extra off road goodies, but I don't want the stripped out base model truck. My 2019 Tacoma has the premium interior and TRD off road package, plus the adaptive cruise that is an expensive option on most trim levels of the Colorado. The Tacoma also has a 32 degree approach angle, rear locker and more ground clearance than the Trail Boss without a lift.

[@rickmcmhan2296]

Don't like nitrol yellow but the blue looks great

[@krasnaludek298]

The TrailBoss has a nice exterior design, but the hard interior plastic steers me towards the ZR2 or GMC AT4 for the contrast stitching & nicer details.

[@jmpersic]

Optioned as high-output after you buy it, at the dealership? Sooo, they detune the engine then sell you the electronic fix? I really like this truck, but what sort of marketing games is GM playing with this engine? Am I wrong to think this is weird? Let me know.

[@chrisdemas8246]

No LEDs is a huge fail. Should be standard on all vehicles.

[@kevinvoyer5053]

Once again Andre’ good job. I’ll admit I am like you, even now I have a 2019 WT 4x4, V6, I found new with all the options and packages available. But fairly disappointed a WT is not available with high/low range, with 16” wheels. As a blank canvas to set up as we wish. As I’d rather put the extra money a Trail Boss costs into real suspension enhancements and not just spacers. Plus there are better tires than DuraMax. As for the Z71, that’s a nice package, but do they all come with off road useless 20” wheels? That requires expensive tires!

[@RossMalagarie]

It would be nice if the Trail Boss had the LED lights, sunroof, and bed 120v options

[@mollypage1549]

trail boss is my dream vehicle... just waiting and searching every day for a good deal on one...

[@bluesfan6862]

Thankful that GM makes a more affordable version, with less tech. I don’t care for lane departure, adaptive cruise control, etc. the only feature i enjoy is heated seats! Haha Other than that I prefer my truck to be fully base model. Exterior stuff like rims, tires and headlights I can modify myself.

[@samuelshafer8612]

My lease is coming to an end on my silverado and I'm ordering the z71 in nitro yellow. I'm excited for the new look.

[@michaelmincey2622]

Question. Doesn't the Silverado Z-71 have a trail boss option? They should allow all the Colorado trucks to add the trail boss package to any mid-grade model on up...

[@allengoe3605]

Why do automakers insist on still putting crappy halogen bulbs in anything?!

[@kevinstarski1598]

I hope they continue to do that...who needs to spend bunch of money when (not if) headlight finally gives out?

[@1REspawnPLS]

Actually just placed my order for the z71 and can’t wait! Good video as always

[@Skraals]

If the trail boss had front lockers and that supper low lip removed and the option of just heated seats, it would ve my go too truck 1 billion % but here in quebec, I need heated seats and the front locker is for when I go up north into the woods all year long for the weekends.

[@Skraals]

@Tfl_off_road I'm shocked my comment was seen! Alas, I live in quebec and pur winters kinda of suck, and roads and infrastructure also leaves much to be desired in the maintenance department lmao. Summer I'm up north 1 week out of two, but in the winter I go up north 1 weekend out of two. Those front lockers are necessary for me and a full size truck is just to big to go where I need to go. The heated seats is rather frustrating to be blocked off, even as an option from the trail boss and is only offered on the two highest end trims. I know KIA and others aren't necessarily trucks but their SUVs lower trims, if not mistaken, give you the option for heated seats. The chevy colorado isn't cheap here in quebec, the least I'd expect is heated seats at least due to our climate and the high cost of the trucks. It be nice to find a mid-size truck with front and rear lockers with some minimal quality of life comfort yet nothing to expensive or with insane tech and prices.

[@popeyerubi1981]

What if you get the Z71 for the luxury but then buy the offroad tires and lift. Now you have a trail boss with luxury and features. Right?

[@ndguam]

I to would take the Trail Boss over Z71. The only feature I would miss on the Trail Boss is the heated seats.