2023 Chevy Colorado Trailboss -- Boss of our new Trails?

[@Road-wx9ok]

Having a trim level called a Trail Boss and not having skid plates is ridiculous. Led headlights and fog lights should be standard on this trim as well.

[@drivingsports]

Gotta sell those options.

[@travisp11]

Don't forget to add cruise control (insert poking fun at TFLs Andre here)!

[@bradh6185]

And having an all-new truck in 2023 with tech being the big focus and leaving out surround cameras. This truck is a blunder.

[@dawsongranger4940]

@@bradh6185those cameras are expensive toys, if you really want that get the ZR2

[@h2beezy2]

it's called the trail boss not the value boss

[@Dougggggggg]

Man, I love your reviews. You are fair and honest and you actually take the cars/trucks off-road.

[@drn13355]

Agree...He does really god reviews. More of driving them than just looking at them.

[@jacobk23]

It’s worth pointing out that you can get the Trail Boss with skid plates, 360 cameras, and just about every other bell and whistle you can think of short of something like ventilated seats or a sunroof for not too much more than that one.

[@drivingsports]

Yes, as noted in the video those all cost extra. That jacks the price up very quickly, making the TB less appealing.

[@jacobk23]

@@drivingsports Oh, my mistake. I didn’t recall hearing you point that out. Excellent test, though. They’re obviously very capable. But I also wish the rear locker was selectable. Not only because, as you said, it would give you more control, but also because it’s cool to hit a button to do something like that 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@elche1976]

​@@drivingsportsthat was initially. Seeing fully equipped TB now with discounts from dealerships. Low 40s.

[@wizeguiz]

About a three weeks ago I bought a left over 2022 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk for around $35K. Rear locking diff, skidplates, LED head/fog lights and leather. I considered the Colorado, but I didn't need a pickup. Great, honest review as always! Cheers!

[@0HOON0]

Wow. Sounds strange to say but $35k is a real deal these days. I've even heard that the Cherokees became pretty reliable in the last couple model years. Congrats!

[@wizeguiz]

@@0HOON0 Thanks! The dealership had four left over 2022 Cherokee's...two were Trailhawks, a white one and a black one....I bought the white.

[@drivingsports]

That’s a great deal. Sucks they killed off the Cherokee.

[@0HOON0]

@@drivingsports Very odd that Jeep would give up on the #2 market segment in the US. Have you heard any rumors about a replacement? Any chance a dealer would lend you a Trailhawk? I bet it would absolutely dominate your off road courses.

[@drivingsports]

@@0HOON0 we just had a Cherokee Trailhawk for two weeks as a rental while filming another show. It was great. I expect the Compass is the replacement now that I has a better motor.

[@krisw8597]

For all those saying it doesn’t have a locker, it does. It’s GMs Eaton G80. I’ve worked on these and they are a true locker, they engage when slip is found at 100rpm difference. The older ones used in the 1980s would grenade at times because the slip difference was at 200 rpm difference. Everyone gets spoiled now with the electronic selectable lockers now. I know my ZR2 has those, I get it… But most don’t realize that the G80 is a true locker, not limited slip, there’s a difference. The g80 actually locks mechanically verse a limited slip used clutch packs. Oh I forgot to add,the G80 unlocks automatically around 20 mph. Despite not being electronic, it’s still a dependable locker to have.

[@drivingsports]

Haven’t read any comments about the G80 not being a locker. Mostly just people don’t like the way it locks. And I agree with that.

[@trailrunnah8886]

The thing I like most about the G80 is that it's always there. Whether you're in two-wheel drive, or four high, or whatever, it will always work. My 4Runner, for instance, needs to be in 4wd low range to get the locker to work. I like that there's no computer or electronics involved in the operation of the G80.

[@drivingsports]

@@trailrunnah8886 I can use the locker on my Ranger in all drive modes too: 4L, 4H and 2WD.

[@trailrunnah8886]

@@drivingsports really? That's awesome!

[@frankENZC]

Thank you for the 2023 Trail Boss review. I'm looking at the 2024 Trail Boss to purchase. It now has 430 Pound/feet of torque. Also, an optional underneath camera system! Whooho. Keep up the cool videos.

[@harolddenton6031]

I drove my Colorado trail boss up to the top of holston mountain in northeast Tennessee on forestet roads. Did not have to put it into even 4 wheel high gear. That g80 locker was all i needed few times to gain traction. Did not hurt that my truck came with the optional larger 275/65R18 M/T Goodyear territory tires which hwlped mt truck to easily climb up those forestry roads. 14:40

[@Shadow-lq7rx]

I just bought this and with the tune its amazing. best truck and last truck ill need.

[@lukiw7044]

I love how You're preparing trails with rocks etc by yourself. Great off-road review as always. Greetings

[@RossMalagarie]

You said you test drove this 2023 Colorado Trail Boss that was optioned at $41,115, but for the ultimate 23' Colorado Trail Boss off road edition it would MSRP for $43,805 which comes with 1) Tech package (360 cameras for trials or parking) 2) Convenience package 1 rear defog and rear window slide (required with tech package) 3) Convenience package 2 tailgate storage, dampened tailgate, adaptive cruise control electric adjustable front seats, (required with tech package) 4) Safety package (required with tech package) 5) skid plate package (great for off roading) 6) towing package 7,700ibs rating (so you can tow) 7) steel drive shaft (for improved clearance and impact protection 8) bedliner

[@rockymountainjazzfan1822]

The big question for any GM product, especially a new model, is reliability--GM's record in that regard is pretty awful. That said, the Colorado Trail Boss would be more than adequate for most buyers insofar as off-road performance goes. But, for the more difficult trails, the ZR2 would be better, but for about $10K more MSRP. It will be interesting to see how Toyota prices the upcoming 2024 Tacoma TRD Pro. If Toyota is smart, they will price it between a Colorado Trail Boss and a ZR2--some rumors indicate that they may do just that. If they do, Chevy will either have to lower the ZR2 MSRP or lose sales to Toyota. Oh, and the fuel economy of the ZR2, according to the window sticker, is 16/16/16--that's pretty awful for a mid-size truck. Rumors (just rumors, so far) are that Toyota's Tacoma TRD Pro hybrid system may render almost 50% higher fuel economy than that. We'll see when real world data on both becomes available.

[@themagician7734]

The best deal and most capable option is probably the Ranger Raptor. The price is very competitive at ~55k, with 1411 pounds payload (400 more than the ZR2), and ~20 mpg.

[@drivingsports]

...and the Ranger Raptor actually has a front locker.

[@ferretsmiles]

Ha you think you're going to find a trd pro for msrp. The price of the chevy might be a little higher but you can go to a dealer and order one for msrp. The competition to get a trd pro will be insane especially since they are building the hybrids last.

[@ferretsmiles]

​@drivingsports so does the zr2

[@jake1408]

Well the ZR2 is getting much better MPG’s than the EPA claims. Owners are reporting 20-22 MPG

[@RedlineGaming007]

Non painted Front Bumper with the Halogen Headlights looks so much like a base work truck

[@jediguy634]

GM has stated the Trail Boss is based on the Work Truck with off-road goodies attached. It went from being an option to your trim to a trim itself.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@jediguy634yeah would be cool to see it expand like the Silverado lineup where you can get the Custom Trail Boss as well as an LT Trail Boss.

[@NothingCoherent]

I think the current Frontier is actually the best offroad truck. It doesn't get much acknowledgement at all. The pro4x comes well equipped for the money.

[@ferretsmiles]

Because it's the worst offroad truck. The gladiator and gm twins get front lockers, the new trd and gladiator can get sway bar disconnects, I'm pretty sure the ranger is getting some type of limited slip up front. And I almost forgot that you can get the gm twins with factory 35s now. The new trailhunter has a compressor in the bed. The Nissan is fine for a forest road but it's lacking compared to to the top dogs.

[@just4ivaylo92]

​@@ferretsmilesmost people won't be doing anything more than forest service roads... don't kid yourself.

[@ferretsmiles]

@just4ivaylo92 that still doesn't make the Nissan a comparable truck to the others

[@just4ivaylo92]

@@ferretsmiles that's fair. It wouldn't be my first choice...not with all the full refreshes we just got for basically the entire midsize segment.

[@ferretsmiles]

@just4ivaylo92 I don't know which midsizer would do the best in every offroad situation but I'm pretty sure it wouldn't ever be the nissan.

[@TheRangerman00]

$41k for a truck without skid plates and fog lights

[@UnknownUser_0000]

At $41k you're asking way too much. 😂

[@Supertrooper432]

Specifically with the name "TRAIL BOSS"

[@Lowbrass64]

Inflation is a b$&ch. I vividly remember sitting in a loading Tacoma TRD Pro in 2019 $42k out the door… should have bought it. Bought a 2018 Pro in 2021 for $40k with 60k miles… still have it and it’s still worth $40k. I did a mild lift, put KO3s on it and it’s unstoppable. I like the looks of the Chevy but I don’t think it will hold up in terms of reliability or resale.

[@bengonzalez5673]

and no cruise control

[@chickenwarrior9991]

Also no remote locks, dual zone climate or cruise control. I don’t get why people say this truck is a ‘bargain’, it’s just a lifted WT

[@Miguelneyney]

No skid plates, no rear locker. Ford Ranger Tremor 😎

[@WW-wf8tu]

Love the OR trails. Envious you have a place to go play (do reviews) when ever you want.(need) I think this is what I will do if I ever win a big lotto. Buy some property and make a play ground. lol No other pesky vehicles in your way on the fire roads. Can have your own facilities close by. As for the truck, well, I would not pick this vehicle for any purpose. Capable, but I agree with you. I would take a different product.

[@UnknownUser_0000]

Halogen headlights. 😂😂

[@ALMX5DP]

Available LED, so just depends on what you prioritize.

[@Fadic4]

@@ALMX5DP It’s 41k, i don’t know anything north of 30k that comes with standard halogen headlights in any model today. A basic corolla from 2014 had standard LED headlights, even the 4Runner which is ancient got updated with standard LEDs.

[@ALMX5DP]

@@Fadic4 I think most base full size trucks do. LEDs are becoming more common but for this and similar segments it seems like they are less so due to the other vehicle aspects that are provided.

[@drivingsports]

And we cannot forget: incandescent lights don't ice up as easily as LEDs do.

[@Fadic4]

@@ALMX5DP Good point, maybe it’s because base models being used in fleet vehicles?

[@srt10h4rml3ss]

The Territory MT tires would make a world of difference on that course. My factory build (it's been built and sitting ready for shipping since June 16th apparently) I made sure to have the MT tires for serious off road grit/grip.

[@dulos69]

June 16th? Kiss that truck goodbye

[@srt10h4rml3ss]

A few WT versions and Z71s have shown up on lots around here, but not 1 Trail Boss as far as I can see has arrived in Canada. Fallen flat on their faces with this.

[@Montana270]

​@srt10cas91 dang that's frustrating!

[@mikemissouri5152]

Exactly. It’s a no brainer option for only $500. Makes the truck look completely different too

[@rockymountainjazzfan1822]

@@srt10h4rml3ss I talked to a Chevrolet dealer a couple of weeks ago. They got one Trail Boss delivered so far--it was a sold special order for a customer. They have ZR2's that customers ordered the day that they were available in the sales book months ago. None of them even have a build date yet. The dealer said that a ZR2 ordered today will likely not show up for 6-8 months.

[@TheDfelan]

I came real close to getting a this truck while I was waiting for my Maverick Tremor. I was one week away from committing to the trail boss then I got my build date. I think the Trail boss is better looking and a better "truck", but the Maverick suits my needs better. It was a tough decision. I don't have enough off-road options to justify the almost 10k increase in price. Both are great though for sure.

[@onefastr6]

I have a Maverick, and I am thinking of buying a 2024 Trail Boss.

[@TheDfelan]

@onefastr6 I picked up my Tremor Friday and honestly, I'm loving it so far. If you actually plan to do legit off roading often, why not switch it up? There's not enough places for me to wheel to really justify it, but I do love the way the TB looks. However I love the look of the Tremor as well and it's probably better on road.

[@javierjavier-ht3yu]

Pretty truck, I´d like a truck like this, I trust a lot in GM, it´s a reliable product.

[@terrencejones9817]

GM made a mistake by not offering the Trailboss package with the Z71 option. Not everyone wants a ZR2 , since the ZR2 can only tow 6000lbs vs 7700 with The Trailboss. I'd want LED lights and heated seats. Just like my Silverado LT Trailboss has. Near the end of the video, you mentioned the G80 vs brake lock. GM does uses both. In fact, the part of the video where you pointed out the stuttering, that is not how the G80 behaves, that looks like GMs brake torque vectoring.

[@drivingsports]

My point was that the G80 doesn't need to be there if they have good brake-locking tech, since it behaves similarly.

[@terrencejones9817]

@drivingsports We would disagree there. I've got a Silverado Trailboss. The Brake torque vectoring works well to point, but sometimes getting the G80 to lock is the only way you are clearing an obstacle.

[@trailrunnah8886]

​@@drivingsportsI don't know, once aG80 is activated, you now have both back wheels spinning. If this had a brake lock system, you would have one wheel braked while the other is spinning. Though the G80 isn't great for rock crawling, it's going to be a lot better in mud or deep snow, unlike those brake lock systems that really only work at slow speeds.

[@jormed8103]

Can't wait to see your take on the Maverick Tremor

[@JRs-guitars]

He already did a video on that.

[@TheDfelan]

​@@JRs-guitarsNope. He reviewed his Maverick FX4, not a Tremor.

[@slocavky]

Dont get me wrong, I love the Toyota Tacoma... But with these new GM trucks, Toyota has some work to do..... I am a huge fan. Great job GM...

[@uncalm]

We're gonna need to see some Subarus on the new trail section

[@drivingsports]

Soon!

[@spockskynet]

Crosstrek: The little crossover that could!

[@JakeDrives1]

I've watched every Forester Wilderness video about 5x. I'd happily take another!! We need a Geyser Blue this time!! Crosstrek Wilderness could work too!

[@Texasfinalboss831]

😂😂😂

[@imhann98]

Oh man😆 I really hope you didn't trade the Tremor in for this thing

[@travisp11]

I'm guessing this is a manufacturer supplied tester..I saw one just like it featured on another YT channel a few days ago.

[@sears62]

I start sweating every time you park on dry grass

[@markevans2725]

Good job ,, the real tricky part is trying to climb in steep loose material with out weight in the back 😢 a little weight in the back of truck does wonders .. great looking truck.

[@jamesh1641]

Are you rockin’ a starter permed mullet under that hat?! Nice!

[@drivingsports]

Ha. You noticed. I was way overdue for a cut.

[@bradenstuart4074]

What I would love to see is a standard Ford F150 FX4 straight from the factory take this on!! 9.4 inches of ground clearance and Pirelli Scorpion AT tires...(basically all seasons) and see how it fares!!!

[@onefastr6]

I had those Scoripions on my truck and they suck. They are sitting in my garage for when I trade my truck in.

[@michaelarballo196]

Great video, pretty capable truck! Let's see if the Nissan Frontier can keep up? Debating between these two.

[@stw2186]

Hi Ryan, knowing that the Crosstrek Wilderness and the Colorado Trail Boss are two different vehicles, which one did you find more comfortable to drive? Which would you prefer for everyday driving-on the street, through snow, and on dirt roads? Overall, which one stood out as your favorite?

[@driftingtrance5511]

Does it come with cruise control? 🧐

[@drivingsports]

Yes. Basic CC.

[@ozek4396]

there are different camera viewing options on that truck my friend @ 3:41 almost more than i can count. used 5-6 different angles yesterday in Rampart range

[@Supertrooper432]

Legs and torso proportionate!

[@aabehzadi]

Usually you do a back seat legroom and other comfort features. Do you feel comfortable in the back or is it cramped? That is the only reason I don't like small or midsized trucks.

[@TheObiShinobi]

The overlanding screen shows the elevation 3 times, lol. Twice next to each other, and the third one is on the bottom.

[@Eightball2516]

I like the truck but it is the only truck in its class with out an actual pistol button locker it has a crappy g80 Gm went really cheap on this truck

[@TheRangerman00]

But they didn’t go cheap on the price

[@0HOON0]

G80 engages so violently that I sometimes slide sideways off of my line rather than moving forward. I would pay $800 in a second for a real locker if GM would just give us the option.

[@smittysmitty481]

Excellent review!

[@robertyoung8289]

By today's standards. It's a pretty good value.

[@Dean0017]

The best part of the trail boss is that you can spend your money on quality offroad accessories and not wasting money on GM stuff.

[@gregandersen8475]

The ZR2 model has the fit and finish, proper tires, skid plates, more lift, etc. All the items you wished this one had. For $6-7k more. By the way, the tire difference between these two trucks was hilarious.

[@drivingsports]

And we’ll review the ZR2 when we get it.

[@1stAmendmentfukyoutube]

Be more likely to get the 24 ZR2 then the 23 at this point.

[@nickm3531]

Awesome rugged looking truck. Your review made me buy one.

[@GG-ch5fm]

I’d like to see you get your hands on a 23’ Silverado Custom non trail boss with the 2.7t see how that does. 👍🏼

[@drivingsports]

We just filmed a 2024 Silverado 2500HD. Does that count? 😂

[@KarimGhonem-w4r]

Any chance we’ll be seeing a ‘23 pilot trailsport take on this course?

[@drivingsports]

Yup, eventually.

[@JRs-guitars]

Great video But ok, the 2.7T engine gets the same gas mileage and puts out the same power as the 3.6 did. So....what was the point GM?

[@wildbill23c]

They had to jump on the undersized turbo bandwagon bullshit like every other automaker....and the fuel economy is pretty dismal at that.

[@trailrunnah8886]

It puts out like 100 ft lb more torque, and at a lower RPM. Pretty good trade-off if you ask me if it gets the same mileage.

[@wildbill23c]

@@trailrunnah8886 2 less cylinders and the same fuel economy with a turbo added to make up for 2 missing cylinders, I call that a huge FAIL.

[@clintonrice525]

You caught my attention early on when talking about the three different engines, and that is a huge frustration with me about Chevrolet in general. While I appreciate having options, I can’t even figure out how much a prospective vehicle is going to cost. With most manufacturers, there are a few trim levels, and each has a standard build attached, with maybe $1k-5k of options attached, mostly through packages. Chevrolet, on the other hand, has a vast matrix of trim levels, engine sizes, transmissions, detailed decorative options, that are so far flung that it takes an hour to evaluate a build and I wind up despairing about the process, so I reject them as a possibility, which I doubt is their goal.

[@ALMX5DP]

I think the big 3 full size truck manufacturers do similar. Toyota and Nissan might be easier to navigate but for such a big purchase it’s no bad thing to spend the time to see what is wanted or preferred and having that level of control over the specific type of vehicle you want.

[@jbmazhar2000]

Yea, I don't want to be a dick but I actually appreciate this about GM. They obviously do try to nickel and dime you to death but I like being able to pick precisely what i want. I wish it was better regulated how auto manufacturers can price and package these vehicles.

[@ma7mgte]

Other than the very base work truck, there are only two engines. One you can only get on the ZR2.

[@terrencejones9817]

There is really only 2 engines. The Work truck and LT, get the base 237hp engine. Trailboss and up get the 310hp engine. The ZR2 has a different tune for more torque, but the HP is the same, internally the 2 turbo plus and the high output are the same.

[@elche1976]

@clintonrice525 the online configuration takes about 5-10 min and is target simple to follow. If that is an inconvenience, you are probably lazy and need things done for you.

[@edolson4186]

How much dofference would you have seen on Python Pass with more aggressive tires?

[@joalyincontroly4379]

The ZR2 has all those things you'd like to add to this Trailboss. Skid plates, lockers, nicer interior, climate control etc. My ZR2 has everything including a sunroof and desert sand paint for $46,000 USD. A little late on delivery so far though.

[@mwinner101]

$46k? You wish.

[@joalyincontroly4379]

@mwiener101 Yeah I'm looking at the print out from GM Global/Connect right now, dated January 26th/2023 which was the day I sat down with my dealership guy and built the order. So you're right.. it's actually 46,587 USD to be exact. My memory had just rounded-down to 46K. But yeah this includes the desert sand paint, the sunroof, the all-weather floor mats and the destination charge.

[@mwinner101]

@@joalyincontroly4379 That’s a steal then. Probably below dealer invoice. $46k here will get a Z71 trim.

[@trailrunnah8886]

I was messing around on the Chevy side a few months ago, and I built a trail boss and ZR2. I was surprised that the ZR2 seemef to be a much better value over the trail boss, I built a ZR2 with few options for a little under 50k, while the TB was around 42. I have an employee discount program too, I could probably get the ZR2 for around 46 or 47 as well.

[@TB-dj8kl]

Off road package looks good but if i were to be going off roading i would just use my single seat atv. These new trucks cost to much to chance damaging.

[@T800-p7p]

I see that raptor!!!

[@chriscarter3304]

New course looks fun. Bring back the Braptor!

[@Qhaway]

Having spent so much time with the Forester Wilderness, how do you think it would have done on your new Python Pass?

[@honeyberry4009]

Danggg & those tires are super highway oriented

[@brians.1357]

If I was a betting man I’d say the future cards at Chevrolet hold a Z71 Trailboss trim just like the LT Trailboss trim in the Silverado. I picture it as the current Colorado Z71 trim with all the interior amenities you wanted plus the wide body and lift off this work truck Trailboss. Priced just below the ZR2. Just my guess and opinion. But at that point why not just get a ZR2

[@JamesSymmonds]

Ooooh! Calling out the seatbelt lock on a hill on Toyota! Yeah, that's something that I've seen mentioned here and on Matt's Off Road Recovery A LOT! The final drive ratio though? Doesn't sound that awesome.

[@JohnConnor636]

My Atlas comes with 8 inches of ground clearance, so the standard model has less then my atlas? Wow

[@bradh6185]

Let's see you get a set of living room furniture into that bed. The true test of whether it's a pickup and not just an suv with an open top.

[@AWDfreak]

♂️BOSS♂️OF♂️THIS♂️TRAIL♂️

[@ELTACHY1]

Nice video, it's hard finding one where they actually do off-roading. Why do you suppose there is no Sport driving mode? Most new vehicles have that

[@elginwang1572]

So it does not come with a button that can lock the rear locker? Also Z71 as well. Can someone confirm?

[@samiaziz2665]

The lockers are on the z72 model

[@wildbill23c]

It has a G80 locker, its fully automatic. No buttons required, just gotta know how they work. The Z71 has an electronic locker.... There are auto-lockers, electrically engaged lockers, air lockers, viscous lockers, lots of options out there to pick from.

[@joeamith838]

The over the air updates by GM are reported to be bricking some of these..crazy times.

[@bige311]

More like the frail boss......I am kidding:).. Beautiful truck, thanks for sharing.

[@javierjavier-ht3yu]

I´d like the stability the truck over the ground.

[@javierlugo259]

Good Video.......Many Thanks.

[@rondail5675]

All in all, the truck did well. Not bad for the price. Exhaust makes it sound like a wimpy truck.

[@fivefingerheist]

That 4 cy is crazy. Especially when you can option for the high output 310/430 for only 395. Led projector bulbs, and skids are easy to add yourself. Optioned out this would be MSRP 42,830 for myself. Certainly would not be as capable as my bronco badlands, but for 11K less that's an awesome deal.

[@trailrunnah8886]

All these trucks sound wimpy. The last truck in this category to not sound wimpy was the old Dodge Dakota's with the V8.

[@austinwilson6289]

No fog lights, no selectable locker, no cruise control, and gets worse fuel mileage than 90% of half tons..

[@drivingsports]

It has basic CC.

[@MaNtIcHoRaOfficial]

I just can’t justify spending 40k on a truck with cloth seats and not even led headlights.

[@adamblakeley5865]

I can’t believe they still sell new vehicles with Halogen lights. I never thought LEDs would make that much of a difference….until I bought a vehicle with LEDs. I will never go back to Halogens. I don’t care how much I like the rest of the vehicle, if it has Halogens that’s a hard no immediately.

[@pablomoreno1999]

one thing that bugs me a bit about the design. aren't the headlights a bit too small?

[@richardwoodland717]

Next time test a Z72

[@RetrieverTrainingAlone]

I know the 2000-2022 Colorados with the diesel and 6-cylinder engines could get >250,000 miles on an engine. The 4-cylinder is not likely to and in the 2023 models you are stuck with only 4-cylinder engines.

[@stevepatch1809]

Take a black sharpie and color in the scratch they’ll never notice

[@DoctuhJ]

I wish they had an SUV based on this platform instead of the Traverse.

[@M.G.jun.]

Complete underbody protection and switchable, mechanical rear axle locking differential, then everything would be fine.

[@timflint25]

Turbo 4 cylinder...with cylinder deactivation lol on top of recent Chevy build quality...

[@rockymountainjazzfan1822]

That is pretty unnerving. There is not a single auto manufacturer that has not had reliability and longevity issues with cylinder de-activation. It's a technology that looks great on paper, but is not very good in reality. No one can convince me that turbocharged gasoline engines are going to have longevity equal to a well-designed naturally aspirated engine.

[@timflint25]

@rockymountainjazzfan1822 I'll SLIGHTLY disagree on the turbo part. Despite the oil dilution issue those Honda 1.5 turbos have been pretty darn good. I've seen a bunch of them hit the 300k range, albeit with a replaced turbo. Of course they're never going to last 1,000,000+ like some of the classic Toyota and Nissan motors. But if you're somebody who drives 50k/year maybe they could hit 500k! You're right about cylinder deactivation though - even Honda 3.5 motors don't last as long with that tech, and in reality they BARELY save gas. It's all a scam - after 10 years maybe you save $500-1000 on gas but you'll need to spend $45,000 on a new vehicle 🤔

[@0HOON0]

@@timflint25 The higher boost turbo L15s found on the Accords are starting to experience some head gasket failures. Stock examples from Civics and CR-Vs are holding up better.

[@oogabooga72]

can you take the Santa Cruz up the python path?

[@johntad751]

figured 2023 vehicles would be fuel efficient but guess not, especially the price being high.

[@wildbill23c]

The opposite has been pretty true in a lot of vehicles....you'd think after 20-30 years they could build stuff with better fuel economy given they now have transmissions with 3x more gears....I laugh when people do reviews on HD trucks. Oh this new 3/4 or 1 ton truck gets 15mpg...yep they got that 30 years ago with only 3 gears in the automatic and with a 5 speed manual. Course if you are buying an HD truck your last concern should be fuel economy...but that aside, even a lot of today's crossovers struggle to get to 30mpg, and they are smaller than a lot of cars back in the day that actually had frames and V8's. My 05 Ford Taurus will do 33mpg on the highway and around 25-26mpg in town....and its just a plain old pushrod 3L V6, no turbos, no traction control, no stability control, etc to fail either.

[@damien7881]

LOVE THE VIDEO ! could you Do the NEW NISSAN PRO 4X FRONTIER AND THE NEW CHEVY TRAVERSE (I heard it's supposed to have a "OFF ROAD" version)

[@Glokens]

Trail secretary.

[@yortchylanissancita3583]

Battery issues major recall coming soon truck just dies out of no where

[@kevinselzer1669]

Wait.....how many mods did you do to your tremor to get better approach angles?

[@drivingsports]

None. Stock. Tremor has better approach than other Rangers.

[@kevinselzer1669]

@@drivingsports I'm actually curious what the approach angle is without the air dam on the Colorado. It's sister truck doesn't have the air dam and lets it have a 36.9 approach angle. Granted the design of the bumper looks slightly different, but that's a big jump for a piece of plastic that comes off easily.

[@kevinselzer1669]

@@drivingsports So GM engineers at the press event said they made the air dam easy to remove just so they could get a better MPG for the EPA rating. If you take it off it jumps to 33.3 approach. I'm so confused why they did this when GMC doesn't put it on the Canyon.

[@Cavemol5823]

Apprnelty these trucks are dying because the battery are dying due to infortaiment system draining the battery . Why that is unknown . .

[@theortegas5502]

No rancho shocks! That was way low on the Silverado trail boss

[@kevinstarski1598]

I think 18's are too large...16 or 17 would work better, and probably cheaper.

[@Texasfinalboss831]

More control for your rear diff locker? Get a Jeep wrangler or gladiator!!!

[@trailrunnah8886]

I really like this truck, but I think the GMC version is the better value. For not much more money you get a nicer interior and more standard features. Also, the Goodyear Territory MTs in 285 size are a factory option on this truck, it's a shame this tester did not have them.

[@dawsongranger4940]

In my opinion it’s the opposite. The GMC versions give you no benefits for more money. The z71 gives you cooled seats for like $45k while that barely gets you heated in the GMC

[@trailrunnah8886]

@@dawsongranger4940 Maybe so, I didn't look at the Z71 options. I don't care for the Z71 trim level, I prefer the widebody look and lifted suspension of the other models.

[@chuckwalla2967]

The audio volume's too low.

[@bige311]

Where the Rigid fog lights :)

[@Supertrooper432]

First!

[@wlee2689]

where this trail

[@DandoBorusu]

Laughing the last 5 minutes.. what a trail boss

[@ant.8673]

Only thing gmc is leading the way in is software issues and horrible 8 speed transmissions. Wish Chevy and gms made trucks like they used to. My Chevy had 300k miles on it when I sold it with just normal maintenance.

[@dontdriveangree]

Mall boss

[@GTfromAG]

I'm still happy with my Ford Explorer Sport Trac V8 💯🫡.

[@carcrazy69691]

Alot of money for the truck😮

[@Lorde360]

never understood the point of hill descent lol

[@teddieteddie7535]

Doesn't surprise me that General Motors thinks it's a good idea to charge extra for skid plates. General Motors has been making odd decisions like that for decades.

[@raylopez6336]

I would like you to put the Chevy against the ranger

[@stevehunter7402]

I’ll never understand why people go out with a nice truck and try to intentionally get themselves stuck.

[@Everythingisgoingtobealright]

Great looking truck, but a GM 4 cylinder… that’s going to be a hard pass.