Lockers, Horsepower and Heritage. The Silverado ZR2 Is A Beast.

[@KrokemOutdoors]

Looks like the 1/2 ton segment is becoming more competitive than ever for offroaders. This one is a BEAST!

[@DirtLifestyle]

This is what I'm saying! I think the 1/2 ton market is about to explode in the offroad world. This zr2 is definitely a sign of what offroaders are interested in...

[@mattsproull181]

@@DirtLifestyle The ZR2 has very little major aftermarket mfg support. They all know that these small trucks are a bad investment for long-term return. Sales in this area are like 20 full size to 1 mini size in Michigan. Then factor in lease/rebate specials and you pay more for a smaller truck.

[@damcowboy]

@@mattsproull181 you are thinking of the Colorado ZR2. This is the full size 1/2 tn version.

[@stevegriffith8680]

Ok chevy now take that 1500 silverado ZR2 and make us a 2 door Tahoe version please. And make the fender wells except a 37. Would love a nice daily I can take camping and out to Moab in a full size SUV.. Im a chevy guy but ford is stomping chevy in the offroad market. then ill be rocking my K5.

[@khmaiaznboi89]

Chevy ZR2 Silverado hits market. Random LS guys: let's put a blower on it.

[@mikeylikezit86]

If Chevy really wanted to compete with the Raptor & TRX they would put a blower on from the factory.

[@zr2dad5]

people put blowers on the colorado zr2.

[@snakeskinproductions7500]

Been a Chevy/Jeep guy most of my life. My daily is a Silverado and my off road rig is a Cherokee. Nice to see that GM finally came up with an answer to the Raptor. Took awhile but looks like it was worth the wait. Great to here you are getting back to building. Look forward to the vids...Dirt bag for life...

[@rocketcity4x449]

Chevy is always following Ford. Raptor came out in 2010. It took Chevy over an entire decade to respond? Damn. This is a truck, not an airplane. Chevy “might” offer it in a twin turbo V6…. What? Like Ford’s Ecoboost that’s been out since 2009 or 2010. Amazing.

[@teamrivasracing]

I don’t know how often you hear it, but it needs to be said. The variety on your channel has been awesome Nate. That’s all. Keep having a blast in life, because it films really well!

[@MrJamesLuz]

Competition is good for us consumers. I won’t buy a Silverado anytime soon, but I’m very excited about the future of off road vehicles with the Tundra getting a rear locker, the Silverado ZR2, and the Bronco Raptor! This may be the best time in history for 4x4s. (The Raptor, the Wrangler 392, and the TRX deserve mentions as well)

[@peachpole]

For sure!

[@JustAnotherGuyInTheComments]

Chevy better give you one for a week. Good to finally see a truck with a front locker, though. Any word on a diesel option? Probably unlikely, but I'd still like to hold out hope.

[@ShadowOppsRC]

I hope they do too!

[@DirtLifestyle]

I want to build one and take it to the Rubicon... 😁

[@gumpoyler]

Heads up the Colorado zr2 has front and rear lockers on it. And a mid travel suspension. Awesome truck

[@DirtLifestyle]

@@gumpoyler I'm aware! That's one of the reasons I wish I bought a diesel Colorado instead of a Tacoma

[@ascentoffroad]

Can’t wait until the Tacoma stuff comes in. Also super excited about the J10

[@kylancook3477]

I won't be able to afford something like this for a long time, but having gotten to get my hands on a Colorado zr2 at the shop I have no doubt this is gonna be a hit. The zr2 package is no joke!

[@kylancook3477]

@@chehogg well for that I cannot argue, but for what you get it's pretty sweet

[@JeepCherokeeful]

Lol! Sure

[@jamesvasser2941]

Super stoked to see the ZR2 in person…it fits that niche between the Rebel/Tremor/Trail BOSS and (just under performance wise) the Raptor / TRX. All the while still maintaining the payload and towing capabilities (not quite as much as a regular 1/2 ton, but more than the Raptor/TRX). With a new interior that’s up to par with the competition, This is gonna be huge if the price point is right!

[@Kelly-py4ku]

I like my ZR2 Colorado a lot. Can't see how having all those toy's in a full size truck could be a bad thing.... and 400 hp!

[@DirtLifestyle]

I've been sooooo interested in the zr2 Colorado. Maybe I will have the opportunity to build one one day

[@Kelly-py4ku]

@@DirtLifestyle Be warned, the aftermarket isn't as good for it as other brands!

[@DirtLifestyle]

@@Kelly-py4ku that's what I like in all honesty lol. I like having to build alot myself

[@gen1c8rs88]

@@DirtLifestyle Thier is a good number of GM Performance parts.

[@ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193]

@@DirtLifestyle need to look at the S10 ZR2

[@RobSteez]

None of this even matters, Chevy uses twigs as IFS components.

[@AustinH7]

That’s just IFS in general 🤣🤣

[@nietcykablyat9998]

I have a Colorado ZR2 that I’ve added 35in tires, wheels, intake, cat-back, tuned, regeared, aftermarket bumper, lights for days.. I love it! Finishing off with possible camper but i have a Napier bed tent for now. True beast! Thanks for your inspiration my man!

[@terraltyler1622]

The Silverado is Bad a$$ Thanks for talking about Chevy a little in the offroad world. I love my Colorado ZR2 with the Diesel. I cringe every time I see your Tacoma "A-track" kick in and slip off an obstacle. Factory lockers and the DSSV are very trick. You know .... you could get top dollar for your Tacoma right now and still hop on the Colorado train! Lots of room for building on this platform!

[@johngregson4030]

Uhhhhh sooooo the 05 power wagon, factory front and rear locker, 4.56 gears, factory 35s, factory warn winch, and the normal straight axle front four link set up I still say is the best factory off road truck made for the money

[@RobSteez]

No doubt. Chevy's weak IFS is gonna snap, crackle and pop 100 times over before anything on a power wagon's front end goes.

[@WeekendWarriors87]

Really like the new ZR2, but I think they should have tried harder for 35s and IMO its a huge miss to not have toggle switches like Ford/jeep built in. I would have happily paid a lot extra to get that in my f150 since doing aftermarket tends to look really cheesy. I also think rock sliders would have been something to set them apart from the ford tremor, as youd certainly need em on a full size with 33s

[@khmaiaznboi89]

I'm sure sliders are going to be a optional extra

[@WeekendWarriors87]

@@khmaiaznboi89 Possibly, I just think they should be standard. Raptor at least has steel steps that offer some, albeit not rock slider level, of protection to the body.

[@00ninja00]

I’ve been eying this for an overland rig. For overlanding I don’t need a small nimble rig. I actually need something bigger, more comfortable, more space, more power and the suspension to be able to go off-road. And the ability to be able to haul a rock crawler jeep behind it. This is the perfect rig.

[@timothyandersen4331]

Glad you put this together and that it is not sponsored... even tho you should get paid.

[@sgtmiki_]

With those shocks your limited to spacer lift kits or you throw away a super expensive McPherson style strut

[@jeffleuenroth7849]

I for one am a jeep owning chevy guy. I would like to drive by chevy headquarters on a daily basis and throw rocks at the building for what they did to the blazer. This however is what I've been waiting for!

[@Bostonaholic]

Let's all like and comment on this video and hopefully Chevy will send Nate one of these for R&D!

[@mynameismontymontana]

Currently building a late 90’s suburban…honestly, after coming from old/small Jeeps…full size rigs are a whole different world

[@MrRmga420]

Ya lol. They’re heavy, can’t get over obstacles, and always break stuff. I took out a Tahoe I had just bought to a trail that I knew well. It just couldn’t get over the first little obstacle to save its life! I even bent a tie rod trying to beat it over. Went out the next day in my Jeep and it went right over 🤦🏻‍♂️ Tahoe had a 2” lift and 35s. Jeep had a 2” lift and 31s

[@bobbyt1shot224]

LIKE A ROCK..... STILL BE PULLING THEM OUT...

[@ifitsnotbrokenfixit1193]

Ill wait for a few years before i even look at it. They Chevy needs to bring back the S10 ZR2.

[@matsherwood6277]

They made the zr2 Colorado years ago. That is effectively the same thing.

[@gumpoyler]

They do make it, it's called the Colorado zr2 and it's amazing

[@adam_mawz_maas]

@@gumpoyler The Colorado ZR2 is a lot larger than the S10 and Blazer ZR2 were. I'd love to see a new ZR2 with the wheelbase of a Wrangler, like you could get with the S10/Blazer ZR2

[@SQLRYAN]

It's about time. Been in the shadows of Raptor too long.

[@zacharyfike1071]

The problem is reliability. So many engine issues and trans issues. Specifically my 2021 Trailboss with the 10 speed trans was a complete pile. Never did shift right.

[@jayr1757]

I'll know the company is 'a whole lot more serious' about the off-road market when they extend the mileage warranty lol. New trucks are designed to be 1.) Super Fun, 2.) Unaffordable , 3.) Designed to fail outside of Warranty. Welcome to the world of manufacturing in the american market

[@loganfurst3010]

Yeah just look up motor issues for new chevys and then look up engine problems for tundras the difference is staggering I would love to buy american but I cant put up with that bs

[@red6743]

@@loganfurst3010 The Tundra is a 15 year old platform. Lets see how the new Tundra compares with reliability.

[@John-nd7il]

Through the bow tie was easily the most creative angle I’ve seen in a long time

[@thicc_filet9303]

I've got a 2020 colorado zr2 midnight that I love. I would love to see you build one someday.

[@MrRmga420]

And this is coming from the auto manufacturer that brought back the blazer and the trailblazer! 😂😂😂

[@klugersgarage2802]

Def looks like a dope truck. Locker F&R Noice.

[@donaldwatson6342]

Dont cut yourself short on being a photographer, your videos are just as awsome!

[@piasprojects]

I don’t need a 1/2 ton pickup but that ZR2 is REAALLLLL NICEEE!!!! I’m pumped to see the upcoming build!

[@decimatorrc3659]

One thing that's very important with Chevy is that they actually ship the zr trucks to Australia as a righthand drive.

[@smashedfootlefty4726]

Bet they just added a gov bomb locker to the front to blow up so it will grenade like the rear always does... Love GM stuff but they always put all their tech into the corvette and everything else gets sloppy seconds :(. Thanks for sharing.

[@FlawedOffroad]

Sounds better than the Tundra!

[@ronthompson2366]

1... looking forward to the builds coming 😀 and 2... I have been reading the reviews and watching the reviews of the ZR2 and I am very excited and impressed with it. I do know that the engine and 10 speed transmission is a great combination. 👍 The locking front and rear diff. Is as you stated super exciting to hear about. I really think this truck is a winner. I am just a little bit disappointed that it didn't come with 35's. Especially in today's off road vehicle market. The shocks are proven quality. So you don't want to give them up. In order to stuff 35's under it. I think for the overall design and "multi function " use of the truck 35 's would be suitable enough. Beyond that you are getting into suspension changes and although would be cool. Your taking away from the ability to have a great everyday fully functional off road and on road truck and keep the factory specs.

[@LScout800]

Now offer one as an suv with a removable top as the new blazer.

[@peters2860]

Splendid contet, LOVE the mix U povide :-)

[@Outforajoyride]

Going after the Dodge Power Wagon.

[@ssravernal4185]

Thanks for the preview. And looking forward to a build. Great work.

[@Davidshomeworkshop]

Bring on the builds

[@davidhaymon1708]

Hope they change their mind and put the 3.0 diesel in it. As a current Z71 owner with 37k miles on the 3.0, I think it would be a great match for overlanding.

[@TheFrozenDesert]

It's great for the guy who can afford a $400+/month payment while acquiring desert pin strips, rock rash, and adding mods. I wish I was that guy.

[@nicholascooper1193]

more like $7-800...

[@triniwayne1984]

Builds are coming....🙌

[@madcratebuilder]

A super charged Colorado ZR2 well out preform it.

[@justinvanburen8259]

Bad ass!! I love it!!

[@jeremywattsjr.8274]

dudee I saw you in the Land Rover with a trailer towing a camper trailer on Friday through Buckley!! Exciting stuff. I wanted to ask if you could talk a bit about your rooftop tent and go over whether you think they are worth the hype and the price.

[@housegoth]

I’m glad that at least the S10 is off road worthy. I didn’t have much faith after they dropped the ball on the new Blazer.

[@GurpreetSingh-he9cq]

Dream truck

[@frediefarmer]

Great video. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@burningbarnavit]

Doze #Multimatic shocks doe.. 🔥🔥🔥

[@dantodhunter8373]

I heard a number of reports on the failure of the multimatic shocks on the Colorado/Canyon Bison. Any thoughts?

[@erikschutzman2402]

little different video, but I like it. I like nerd-ing out on the specs.

[@danielmagalhaes5739]

Awesome! But how about the price?

[@DirtLifestyle]

Great question lol. I ha e no idea. I don't think they have released that information yet...

[@khmaiaznboi89]

Probably starting around 50k

[@HudsonZRoamer]

Too big for PNW..I'll keep my Colorado Zr2 Duramax with front/rear lockers and AEV aftermarket support.

[@biteymcstinkface2364]

Been watching this being developed since 2018.

[@zr2dad5]

the colorado zr2 has them already. you should check one out.

[@lukesdayoff9753]

Shop is looking good. Ready to see a build video. Good stuff as always

[@jamesedwardhuse]

hey Nate can you compare the dodge trx to this Chevy and do a comparison with price an suspension love the videos thanks

[@AngelLovesToLook]

In surprised Nate that you didn't get a Zr2 colorado Diesel. They are known for being great on gas and very reliable. The Diesel motor is out of the Mighty D-Max Mitsubishi.

[@jefforyhurst4813]

Hey Nate thanks for the review on the new Chevy. Looks like them did a better job with the wheel wells this time. For years they have been just too square for me.. I'd love to hear your take on the new Dodge TRX. Thanks

[@PeakDecline]

I'm about to hit the 3 year mark on my Colorado ZR2 and I've been very happy with it (only real complaint was stock tire size, I've done the AEV High Mark flares to fit 35s). I've been looking to move into a larger truck because I'm no longer traveling solo on my adventures. I had nearly purchased a Ram Power Wagon but after two test drives I ultimately decided the extra 2000lbs of weight and truly abysmal MPG weren't going to work for me. The Raptor and TRX are just not made for the payloads I'll be carrying and I've been pretty underwhelmed with the Tundra TRD Pro specs. The big question will be price... if Chevy can get this to market at least $5-7K under the Raptor I'll be all over it.

[@kylancook3477]

Don't hold your breath

[@fabulousoffroaddesigns5080]

Good video but when did Chevy get a twin turbo V6? Are you mixed up with Toyota?

[@SWBCrawler]

I wheel 33's all day. :P awesome work on that footage. Truck looks awesome!

[@PandasFknRule]

Finally, real f/r lockers. My Tundra TRD Pro is a real bummer in that department. Factory 35s would be nice but eh...

[@thetrailoutthere]

The only thing worth having on that ZR2 is the front locker, other than that it's just a face lift Silverado. There's many current gen Silverados out there that have way better suspension/tire/wheel setups for offroading that aside from the not having a front locker they outperform this new ZR2. I'm very curious if the aftermarket will bring about options for adding a front locker to the current gen or if the ZR2 locker will fit into the current gen given their shared engine/transmission. Overall, a step in the right direction but so much more could've been done to make it a true Trail crawler right off the lot (33's...come on!). Oh, it does have a nice interior though but for most of us who beat the trucks up it probably doesn't mean much. Not bashing on your video at all. Very informative. Just bashing on the truck.

[@nevcowpoke1482]

Nate, thanks for the video great editing

[@jasongreenwood3260]

It needs solid axles. Oh look... A power wagon.

[@davidruppel1216]

Yea! Getting back to Jeep building. Yes I'm a Jeep guy. 😁

[@mattf6397]

Any plans for more LBDT content?

[@Jarod1941]

Idiot question time (because in my 40yrs of Jeeps, I should know the answer): the quick shot of your TJ shocks shows something above the shock mount where the top of the bump stop attaches - 3:39. What is it? Is it purely for your air bumps?

[@williammueller6639]

So... a wannabe Power Wagon with no winch, no solid front axle, and only 1/2 ton axles? ;) Still, it's good to see more manufacturers catering to the off-road market.

[@cloakdaggercustoms3903]

The only real complaint I have, with isn't really a complaint, is that it should be wider. Similiar to the Raptor or TRX.

[@mikemorgan4670]

Good overview. Should prove to be a capable rig.

[@gearlist]

Good detailed overview Nate, looks like a pretty capable rival to some other rigs already on the market.

[@rgzzzzz]

Very cool, while it's still under warranty.

[@dougdean3134]

What does Ford Truck have to compete with?

[@geroldknoebel3836]

Good and understandable performance. Greeting from Frankfurt

[@MrRmga420]

The 3.0 Duramax NEEDS to be an optional engine on this!!

[@loganfurst3010]

I would buy it if it had a diesel option that gets decent gas mileage but its american it will seep or leak oil before 100k my tacoma has 160k and is bone dry underneath just saying

[@3GFinn]

I see they're trying to keep up with new Toyota Tundra TRD Pro.

[@GlennPenaDriver]

Great Content Nate. I would love for those front and rear lockers work and fit on my 2019 LTZ Z71 6.2. Im on 37’s with a 8 inch lift.

[@makingtechsense126]

I have a concern about quality. I just got rid of a 2019 Chevy partly due to quality issues.

[@patsaunders6035]

Took the time to put lockers on it yet couldn't do bigger then a 33... idk if you know this but every ram 1500 with 20 in wheels since 2002 has tires larger then a 33!!! 😅

[@jtdehaanjr]

Looks like an awesome truck. Just wonder why Chevy is only pushing 420hp. Ram and Ford both have higher HP trucks available...

[@mesanders1113]

I think they missed the mark by a lot new raptor can come with 37s stock. The Colorado is a better package and smaller more trail capable. 33s on a truck that comes with 31-32inch equivalent tires on 2wd trim. Not sure on the Ram TRX specs but I think gm missed the mark on this one

[@DirtLifestyle]

I think they nailed it but bigger tires from the factory would definitely make alot of people including me even happier. Some 35s from the factory would be killer.

[@sierramantrvlnus]

Yay!

[@TheGersh13]

Normally I'm pretty positive but my experience with modern GM as a mechanic is all their electronics are trash. My own service vehicle is a 2020 1 ton Express with the 6.0 and it's been to the dealer 8 times already for transmission issues and electronic issues and it just rolled over 35,000 miles.

[@icdproductions]

8l90 Trans?

[@TheGersh13]

6l90

[@Defender110SLO]

Hm... Will it be available in Europe ... Cheers 🍻

[@wildhorses4x4]

imagine trying to get passed this truck on a trail lol

[@raughtsrods]

Watching because I like Nate but couldn't care less. Need some builds!

[@Dutch1951x]

But....but.....but....ITS A CHEVY!

[@04GTIVR6]

@GM send this man a Silverado ZR2!!!

[@aarons.5523]

Would really like to know the specs on the front ifs thay are using so i can buy one for my other rig. Also i really wish they would have shifted the front suspension forward a tad to allow for bigger tires and better approach angles. I can already tell im gonna have to get the grinder out to run 35's

[@RyanRKJ]

With V8 and lockers, this is mostly a win. The biggest miss is definitely tire size.

[@TheShooter466]

it's not sunday?

[@DirtLifestyle]

Lol nope. Sunday will be a build video 🙌

[@sprocket374]

Looks like the same tire/wheel package offered on the Subaru Crosstrek. Cute 🤔 33s are for kids. Looks terrible with those tiny tires. 🤢

[@user-ch7kb7pe5r]

Although I’m a Chevy guy, I hate to say the new ZR2 is still not a TRX or Raptor competitor. It has the cool factor but still doesn’t make the cut.

[@maxvadeboncoeur7562]

What are your thoughts on this vs the upcoming F150 Tremor?

[@mattlinderkamp9489]

Was looking forward to you wheeling the bronco, but that fell through. How's the gladiator doing and can't marlin crawler get you the ifs parts?

[@tylawvillacarlos7750]

Hey there, I'm thinking about my project car coming up, considering making a rwd turbo diesel swap mini cooper s, off the top of your head, any engine recommendations?