Is the 2020 Chevy Colorado ZR2 Bison the Baddest Midsize Truck?!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

*Correction - this has Boron steel skid plates, not aluminum* Is this Bison Edition ZR2 the baddest midsize truck? *Thanks for watching and have a great day!*

[@TRDGE]

People make it a huge deal about the hard plastics... I think as long as the main places of contact have some comfortable materials, the hard plastics for offroading vehicles makes a lot of sense since they are easy to clean. I also don't mind as long as the truck performs amazingly as it should.

[@mikelovell9661]

like metal is any better.. and soft stuff cracks and rips easy .

[@krasnaludek298]

Agree; the mid-size segment is all about simplicity & not trying to compete with a F-150 Platinum or Ram Laramie Limited. $44K - $50K truck & this is on par with Ford & Toyota; arguably better, less push button start.

[@michaellinder4945]

Going from a 2017 Tacoma 4x4 off road w/ crawl control to a 2019 Colorado Bison V-6 gas, it has twice the power of the Tacoma, steers better, smoother ride, tows better and shifts smoother. Way more comfortable seats too! No problems yet! 1yr and 12000 miles!

[@terrynichol577]

You will regret that decision then. You never sway away from a Tacoma LOL. Used to their own though, but the Tacoma is definitely the better quality truck. Although I do like these Chevys look

[@JG-mg3if]

How’s that ZR2 been doing for you?

[@michaellinder4945]

@@JG-mg3if real good everything works still with 17400 miles. 2 trips to Fayetteville, Arkansas from Dunnellon, Florida. Average 23 mpg. Real smooth rider.

[@JG-mg3if]

@@michaellinder4945 Thanks bro, I want to get me one this fall 🤞🏽

[@johnbehneman1546]

Great video, great education. Thanks for sharing!!!! I have heard nothing but good about the Bison and Colorado ZR2. I need to test drive one. The diesel version sounds like fun!!!!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you very much!

[@zyquaviousbrown2374]

Keep up the good truck reviews my brother

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you! Glad you like em 😁👍

[@zyquaviousbrown2374]

@@PrimeAutotainment you're welcome 😉

[@ryanflanagin]

i just test drive one today and the only thing i wish was better was the interior quality if the plastics and the seats were really stiff. Everything else was great

[@TodayWithDustin]

Not something I’d buy but definitely interesting. Front locker definitely makes it stand out from other “off road” vehicles.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Same with me. Always nice to see features like that to stand out. Too bad I can’t actually go off road with it lol

[@chrishasley5614]

I'm not a Chevy fan (bad experience with an Impala), but this Colorado is sweet... makes me want to go have a test drive (and it's snowing here today, so even better) lol. Great video Nolan!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you Chris! Crazy you say that cuz I had a bad experience with a Malibu lol..haven’t had a Chevy since then 😕. Definitely fun to drive in the snow sometimes haha. We got flurries here in Texas today...probably the most we will get all year lol.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

It was an ‘09 with the 3.6L Within the first year a trim piece inside fell off the dash (super minor) Then things were good for a few years but right around 50-60k miles I had about 6 different things happen within a year. Twice it randomly died. Just shut off and wouldn’t start. I was in gear and nothing unique happened. Had to wait several minutes then it started up. That was never diagnosed. Throttle position sensor needed replacing and I literally couldn’t drive the car at all. It would rev to about 500 rpm and barely move the vehicle. Couldn’t back out of my parking spot lol. Something with the steering column or shaft needed replacing, was making a noise and grinding sensation while driving. Big ticket item. Wheel bearing went bad and needed replacing. One of the back doors (that rarely got used) wouldn’t open. Some internal mechanism failed and I was told it was a common problem with GM vehicles. Wouldn’t start one time, wouldn’t jump..no battery,starter or alternator problems. Had it towed and nothing was diagnosed - would continue to not start occasionally and again randomly died with no apparent reason. The audio system would shut off and go blank sometimes and not turn on until the car would get shut off then turned back on. I loved it, it was quiet, smooth, comfortable...but we constantly had something happening and my wife ended up being the one to drive it more and after the last time it stranded us, I got rid of it as fast as I could. Had it towed maybe 3 times total. I think it had some electrical bug. We actually sold that and bought a 2004 Highlander with triple the miles for much less and haven’t had anything like that happen lol. I had a few problems with a 2006 Silverado all before 80k miles too and have been hesitant to trust GM lately, unfortunately. My mother drives a 2002 Silverado with about 250k miles that’s still tickin

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Scott Mccauley thanks man it was a real bummer. I know what you mean about those older Malibu’s. I had a friend with one around those years that was unstoppable lol. Glad things went well for your mother’s! That’s a shame to hear about your Father’s though. Thanks for stopping by!

[@mallcrawlin4772]

Straight overlander- go Bison. Anything else, mod up the ZR2. It is cheaper-and the stock bumper has a good approach angle. Installing full AEV Skids and 589 Shock skids a must.

[@vadimnesen8060]

You don't need crawl control if you got rear center and front diff locks:)

[@najthesavior4286]

It's either the Bronco or a 2021 ZR2 with the new coating to it.

[@MoNoK15]

I only like the wheels and ground clearance. Excellent review my friend 👍

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Same here lol. Thank you sir! 😁

[@speterbilt]

City boys wouldn't know about going offroad in the mountains

[@PrimeAutotainment]

speterbilt I grew up in the middle of nowhere..been off roading across pastures, mountains, creek beds etc. City boy my ass

[@patrickedgewood8598]

Love my 2019 Bison.

[@JoseSanchez-zo5tb]

Any issues? I really like them.

[@EmperorWasHere]

@@JoseSanchez-zo5tb transmission is awful and ac went out within the first two months stay away

[@JoseSanchez-zo5tb]

@@EmperorWasHere Wasn't talking to you, toothless. Stay away.

[@JG-mg3if]

You still have your Bison. How she been?

[@robertnotman6884]

I bought the 2020 Bison diesel in white at the end of August. Loving it. I added the AEV transmission skid, snorkel and Warn winch with the AEV Warn winch kit. Working on installing rear lights in the AEV bumper and some ditch lights. The phone charger was useless to me so I removed it and the storage box it is attached to and replaced it with the version without the charger. This adds a more usable area for change and stuff. I also added a USB plug inside the storage box like previous years. Why? Because when Chevy removed the plug that just filled the hole with a blank without changing the storage box, so wasted space. Did I say I'm loving it? The downside with the diesel is that your payload is limited to 887 lbs which stinks to be sure.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

That’s awesome to hear! I like the changes you made too....sounds like you’ve got a sweet truck!

[@najthesavior4286]

Video or it didn't happen 👈🏾

[@ralphkeith501]

I added the Peak Suspension add-a-leaf to increase the payload and the 589 Fabrication leveling kit up front. With a rack system, roof-top tent and Decked system I was experiencing sag and hitting the bump stops before the add-a-leaf.

[@nateyoung6331]

If you don't mind me asking did you pay anything under msrp?

[@JG-mg3if]

Have your zr2 diesel been for you so far? Any issues?

[@radixbobby]

Great review thank you!

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Thank you!

[@XboxOne_IronPatriot8787]

May be a dumb question, but is the automatic temperature setting sync up with the self starting keyfob?

[@vadimnesen8060]

So it's better to buy the stronger diesel and upgrade to your prefered suspension and add a locker and your set?

[@CrazyGreek80]

Damn that is badass!!!

[@c_wonder]

They really missed out to update the interiors. Paying a hefty price tag for a truck that looks like it’s from 2013

[@trevorcrespo5396]

Anybody notice there aren’t any rock sliders at 2:07 as they state ???

[@patrickedgewood8598]

Boron steel skid plates,not aluminum.

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Shoot good catch. My bad! That’s even better 👍

[@allsportsexpert]

Same as the 2019 Bison.

[@staccatoglock]

Yes....yes it is

[@krasnaludek298]

Best mid-size truck? Yes, in terms of capability & design. The Ford Ranger Tremor is probably a better value if you don’t need the lockers & suspension. Honorable 3rd place mention to the new Nissan Frontier. Toyota desperately needs a redesign.

[@thecount1001]

no grab handle on the driver side?!!??!?!? holy shit, are you kidding me?

[@HDA_III]

No rock sliders? Odd.

[@mrmiyagi5]

Doesn't look like there's any place to put radios. FRS/CB

[@miguelircontar]

Only thing I like about it is the gray on black exterior For 50k No LED headlights And the interior 👀 I’ll pass lol

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Haha man I feel the same way!

[@seadoo4life127]

Miguel Ircontar just get a ZR2 and buy a set of led bulbs. Way less $. Everything else is the same less things you will never use or need. Problem solved

[@CrazyGreek80]

@@seadoo4life127 diode dynamics

[@CruisnChris]

I might have missed it. But how much can it tow?

[@karlschwaber7006]

5000 lbs

[@brettg689]

Way too much money for this truck. I do like the way it looks on the exterior. Needs a refresh

[@PrimeAutotainment]

Agreed!

[@madcratebuilder]

When you trash the interior from a weekend of wheeling you well love how easy it is to clean up.

[@mikelovell9661]

got mine for 41k after rebates

[@JG-mg3if]

@@mikelovell9661 Was that the Bison? If so, gas or diesel and what month did you purchase? Thanks

[@brianparker181]

It's nice, but is it worth it!? I think not.

[@jacewhetten7686]

Depending on what you would use it for

[@brianparker181]

@@jacewhetten7686 doesn't matter for that kind of money why wouldn't you buy a full size truck?

[@mikelovell9661]

@@brianparker181 1500's are big, hard to park and not very good for rock crawling. pictures dont do new trucks justice. drive one

[@svcodemonkey]

"A little storage behind the rear seat". Really? For what? A file folder? A piece of paper?

[@PNW_Bison]

I keep two full size fleece blankets back there, fit great.

[@krmass24]

Interior looks cheap compared to the TRD pro and the camera systems and infotainment are also lacking. But if you want a diesel this is better than the ranger. Too bad the ranger sucks

[@terrynichol577]

Toyota 👍👍

[@terrynichol577]

I definitely like the looks of these but Toyota all day

[@krasnaludek298]

Rear drum brakes, horrid seats, anemic powertrain, & circa 1995 interior design … Toyota is a hard pass now that the data does not support any quality gap.

[@terrynichol577]

@@krasnaludek298 there good trucks. I've moved onto a 4runner off-road premium now. Trucks are amazing

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Third

[@PrimeAutotainment]

You rock Leo! Happy Saturday Sir!

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Prime Autotainment :)

[@Dollartree-cVp]

Hell Nah, People even buying those? LOL

[@steveisho4026]

TRASH TRUCK ... HAD TO LEMON MINE...

[@Nolimitsenju]

Why?

[@steveisho4026]

@@Nolimitsenju 3 ddsv replacements (never offloaded), the famous COLORADO CLUNK, AC when it was off it would still be throwing air, waterleaks (rain, carwash, snow etc)would get in and chevy didn't know what was the problem, radio works sometimes, wireless charger never worked... ALL ISSUES WERE NEVER FIX BY CHEVY AND THE TRUCK ONLY HAD 4K MILES

[@mikelovell9661]

@@steveisho4026 what year make and model?

[@steveisho4026]

@@mikelovell9661 2019 zr2 in blue