Review | 2015 Chevy Colorado | Becoming a Man

[@SR-cp1eo]

Your mechanic is the best. He really explained how exhaust works. I had no idea!!!

[@Theogrn]

i love how Turbowski is such a troll

[@shaman9628]

What would you expect from a beta male.....too many triple soy late.

[@dgtlrssn]

I love the comedic value you add to your videos, way to set yourself apart from other reviewers

[@chrispotter3324]

That commercial. Good god, that’s cringe-factor 11. Bro, I’m tellin’ you! Driving a Colorado makes the panties just fall right off.

[@BeatsAndGuitars]

Would love to see a 2016 Tacoma review by this guy...he seems honest and straightforward

[@Acreyman]

He recently posted a Tacoma review and yeah, good quality review.

[@BeatsAndGuitars]

Awesome...thanks for the update, watching it now.

[@pmarmemr8164]

4:48 best moment in youtube history

[@James-il3tq]

A butt scratch? I'd suggest upgrading KZbin content you watch.

[@HAFBeast91]

I always thought those commercials were so biased. Showing a '06-'13 Toyota Corolla with base wheels and hubcaps, versus a brand new Chevy Colorado with alloy wheels, Crew cab, Z71 offroad package? That is effectively a $16000 car (when new), versus a new $36000 truck? What would happen if you swapped the way underpriced Corolla for a '16 Ford Mustang GT? Much better comparison.

[@RareBrink]

at entire youtube channel got popular off of making fun of Chevy commercials, they are definitely some of the worst ads out there.

[@rob2267]

Commercials are supposed to biased, the viewer just isn’t supposed to noticr

[@Matt-yh6we]

The funny thing is the guy with the Corolla could be seen as steady and practical. Meanwhile a guy with a Colorado is just a guy who couldn't afford a Silverado.

[@nightfury6836]

This is my first time watching a review on your channel and I gotta say that this is the best 2015 Colorado review I've seen to date. You went over the truck with a fine toothed combo. This guy is articulate and knows his stuff. I have subscribed.

[@savagegeese]

Thanks glad you found it useful enough to sign on to the channel.

[@YummyPork]

Night Fury Same here - subscribed after viewing this. Lot's of details combined with some real world subjective feedback on the truck. The overview of the driving characteristics (transmission behavior and the "chugging") was very helpful - something I'll keep in mind when I get around to test driving.

[@TomClark2]

Even though I don't understand the point of trucks or freedom as I am an unwashed European with bad teeth. I really enjoy your content man, you have a unique style that makes your videos stand out - glad to have found your channel.

[@SoundgardenMan]

You would have been an excellent Librarian

[@savagegeese]

+SoundgardenMan I could only dream to manage card catalog

[@Towert7]

Truthfully I skipped this review because I wasn't interested in this vehicle, but came back and watched it today based on your recommendation. I laughed my ass off!

[@quadrunner2124]

Just found your videos today and they are awesome. Its nice to see someone who looks at cars practically and pops the hood to look at more than the pretty plastic shroud.

[@MrMightyZ]

Here in Australia those 3.6 motors are known for faults such as stretched timing chains and sheared off big-end bearings. One mechanic blamed long service intervals saying that a giant oil capacity and synthetic oils are not sufficient to stop a mild sludging during huge service intervals which causes the weak, low clearance internals to break. Add to that direct injection causing valve fouling and you can keep these engines imho. If you want a high-toned, highly efficient, high-output small displacement engine you better make sure it’s made in Japan, I reckon.

[@MultiMusicbuff]

It is now 2021 and the Colorado had many issues.The 3.6-V6 also had its share of serious issues.

[@dougdufur1571]

he seems so sad all the time, but it is a good video and helped me prior to purchasing my Colorado. I am even watching this again after already owning it!

[@Jawn1010]

Completely off topic, where'd you get the pea coat/top coat?

[@liveinmyamerica]

Interior tone and turn signal volume is adjustable through the touch screen set up.

[@Zettel9016]

Sometimes I wonder if they're just trolling to see if anyone's paying attention.

[@dallasmellsop5488]

@@Zettel9016 he said in the comments he adjusted it to the lowest volume and it was still to loud

[@nastasiaj]

Omg. Funniest Mr. Goose episode. I miss Turbowski.

[@lolotus4borderless]

This channel got so much better ;) time to renew the 2023

[@marklarosa3265]

What's the word on reliability on the colorado, now that the newer version's been out a few years? You mention it in the review. Any one who owns one want to weigh in?

[@mdbangsund]

The 8 speed transmission is great! For me.... I have heard some have issues with the tourq converter making the transmission act up. Usually it's a fluid swap to fix the problem. My Z 71 has 19k on it. Get like 22hwy mpg. I took the front spoiler of because we get to much snow and gawd awful. There is no Collings issues like gm said. It for better mpgs. I fact my dealer said "for the love of God please take it off". They will tskike it off for a hundred bucks. The interior is dated! But the shift is happening and it's good for all. The 2021 or 22 chevey/gmc trucks should be using the suburban /Yukon interior sceem. I just hope the 23 colorado comes with 350hp.

[@KaizenLife]

LOL @ that GM commercial

[@buck19x87]

Made out of real tornadoes! I just picked up one yesterday and I absolutely love it!

[@savagegeese]

+Chaz C. Solid truck, has balls

[@MrHypervtwin]

I had no idea that my Colorado was turbine powered. And I've always wondered what that thing was on the top rear of the roof. Now I know. Thanks for the info.

[@kabloosh699]

I just picked up a 19 Colorado in the Z71 trim. For the segment it is pretty nice. Definitely got a good deal on it. Feel like I would have had to pay more for a similarly equipped Tacoma which felt unrefined in the driving experience. I was a little disappointed in that aspect with the Tacoma. The interior also felt cheaper, and hasn't been updated in a decade. Needless to say I went with the Colorado mainly because I felt like I could get a lot more options and features for a few thousand less. Maybe that stuff will break over time, but I haven't kept a vehicle for more than 8 years either. Then again my past 2 vehicles were Subarus.

[@smilepermile888]

Came here from the livestream!

[@ProjectGusto]

Best truck review ever made in KZbin

[@awesome7407]

have you done a review on the ZR2?

[@Pickle312]

good review guys, very entertaining. Cant wait til you review the new Tacoma. The only thing I don't like is the fact there no longer exists a real compact pickup truck. theres a reason they finally started calling these trucks mid sized

[@davidforsberg5675]

Turbine story cracks me up!

[@happy543210]

is this a new truck? why is the exhaust pipe full of rust?

[@evotuner86]

After the live stream, I had to revisit "It the shop with Turbowski."

[@happy543210]

leftover daewoo parts......yeah, i really got to buy one!

[@scottjohnson943]

LOL, you can adjust the chime volume, it's in the touch screen vehicle setup controls. You can adjust the turn signal volume to by the way and you can adjust other things - headlight default settings, default audio volume when you turn on the truck, etc. These reviews are silly when done by someone that doesn't know anything about the vehicle, they do a quick glance around and assume they know what they are talking about. You didn't mention the automatic engine braking in tow-mode which is extremely unique for that class of truck. The height is needed for an off-road vehicle here in the west, but I wouldn't expect someone in Michigan with 'hills' that look like our driveway/garage approaches would know anything about that. The air dam is a snap-on/snap-off thing, the owner's manual recommends it is removed before using off-road. Most people don't drive around in 3 feet of snow, so the fuel economy boost is more valuable. Either way, it takes 5 seconds to remove. I'd agree with your comment about the hesitation issue, the transmission is a little slow to select a gear under full throttle from a cruising speed. It's biased toward fuel economy. If you flip it into tow/haul mode, you will get the lower end torque & horsepower bias. The price tag isn't bad, considering the tow capacity is about 200 lbs less than a Silverado 5.3L, I have the Z71 Crew/Long bed, and I tow a 27 foot Kodiak trailer @ about 6200 lbs loaded with mine all over the Sierras. Any Half-ton loaded up with features, you will pay $40,000+ for. That said, I'll probably upgrade to a full size Chevy or GMC Diesel in a few years, the towing power on the Colorado is decent for light-duty towing, but stopping while going down hill, curving around on Hwy 1 with a total length of maybe 55-60 feet, and I'm kind of desiring a little more substantial footing and low-end torque... but that's a half-ton gas thing, not a Colorado thing, the F150/Silverado1500/Ram1500 are all in the same general capability realm and if doing a lot of towing, its an issue. What really needs to be said is that American made trucks in virtually all classes really lead the market. While it's "close" in the mid-size class, its not in the full size.

[@savagegeese]

+Scott Johnson We did adjust the volume it is still loud compared to about everything else. And yes tow mode is a nice feature, but you forget we went over manual operation of the transmission here and how good it was and would be for towing. For towing, many prefer to manually operate the trans.

[@scottjohnson943]

+savagegeese I have 70% hearing loss from the military, it might be bad for others and I wouldn't know.

[@scottjohnson943]

+savagegeese My experience in manual mode has actually been lack-luster, its ok on flat land and unloaded, but the automatic seems to ignore it if it believes it has a better plan. It will happily upshift/downshift on its own without regard to the manual selection. What it does work well for is holding a lower gear while descending with a load, it seems to be happy with an engine brake, but not much for the same condition going uphill, if I just don't want to listen to it crank up the revs, it will anyway.

[@MrDjh66]

I pick mine up tomorrow can't wait

[@MyMilan1965]

MrDjh66 Went to your YT channel to see if you posted anything about your new truck. Tell us now that you've had it for about a month, do you like or hate it?

[@AmateurSuperFan]

Here from the 100k livestream, shoutout to me

[@dougdufur1571]

you are right about the tone of the beep. SO LOUD. turn signals arent so bad

[@savagegeese]

Glad you enjoyed the review overall, how do you like the truck now that you own it?

[@TheDougd321]

savagegeese great so far. Very smooth. Hard not to speed everywhere because it's so quiet. Luxury model is nice. I had a Honda Accord before so it's a nice change of pace

[@savagegeese]

TheDougd321 Its one of the few trucks that if you closed your eyes during normal driving feels Accordish. Because of how quiet it is even the audio system sounds good.

[@MyMilan1965]

savagegeese Never owned an Accord, so I can't speak for their quiet cabin, but some how no matter, comparing this truck to a Honda? Maybe It could have been compared to say a Cadillac. Just a thought.

[@savagegeese]

MyMilan1965 Thats not unfair to say the cabin is that quiet. I should have Db tested it. But most truck owners don't really care about that.

[@MCTeck]

I just bought a Chevy Colorado Base Pickup. 4 Cyl Six Speed Manual 30 mpg Highway...Unless you are towing, the 4cyl works great! and great on fuel costs...My truck has a light feel simple 4 cyl and manual transmission

[@moisesvazquez4461]

MCTeck I have the same truck. I got the extra cab. How are you liking it so far?

[@ozzydo2314]

I build the powertrain for this vehicle. So impressed I decided to buy one. Just waiting for it to be delivered

[@savagegeese]

Which plant does powertrain?

[@ozzydo2314]

savagegeese flint has one but I work at one in Ontario.

[@gingerbreadman5756]

Can we get a 019 ZR2 Duramax review??

[@Shadetree_Mechanic]

what the hell is that noise at 1:21... where did that music come from

[@diplomaticbird]

Best, and most entertaining, review out there!

[@CaptainCocaine]

I test drove a 2015 Tacoma back to back with a 2015 Canyon (the Colorado's GMC twin). The Canyon interior looked like it was made by Fisher Price. The Tacoma was way easier to drive around and park. I actually forgot I was in a truck when I was in the Tacoma. I didn't have that experience in the Canyon. It was obviously a truck, and it was very difficult to judge the corners of the vehicle. YMMV, but definitely test drive the competition.

[@ozzydo2314]

My escape was chugging and turned out to be a faulty spark plug. Replaced the plug and the problem was fine.

[@MyMilan1965]

ozzy do time to escape the Escape.

[@MyMilan1965]

I had a Focus that I bought new off the show room floor, a little shiny black number. After 100,000 plus miles it started having ignition problems. Turned out it was the coils for the spark plugs. Each plug had its own. at 90.00 a piece, I was shocked! But hey, it got that far before it messed up. I cant complain.

[@kadie1414]

Are those cloth seas with vinyl (wanna be leather) on the perimeter? Were they any good, looks terrible.

[@coldforgedcowboy]

That was one of the best reviews I have seen for the Colorado. Here is some feed back to make your reviews even better. Check out Brian Cooleys review from CNET for reviewing the electronics of the vehicles, no one reviews the electronics better then Brian. Also I wish you would have popped the hood and went through the enigne tech. Oh and the exterior lighting system, LED, Halogen, signature lights, ect.

[@savagegeese]

coldforgedcowboy Thanks for the feedback and appreciate it. On the Buick Lacrosse I went over the intellilink software in great detail maybe need to figure out a better way to integrate talking about tech without re-hashing it every video. I have seen his videos on tech and it's great. You are right we did skimp on the lighting and underhood details here.

[@coldforgedcowboy]

Awesome, I will check out the video for the Buick Lacrosse as well. Just a thought, you could do a seperate video for the stero and software systems then you wouldn't have to do it for every GM or Ford vehicle that uses the same system, you could refer to the previous review and show a link.

[@christopheromgoh3724]

I like all of your screen works.👍

[@davidhochstetler4068]

Wow he’s improved so so much 😂

[@unicornharry7995]

its chevy, but in my opinion they make a true to theory of what a truck should be for the mass population. A awesome ride cruzer, mad comfort. If your mr works a lot fleet truck get a ford.

[@MetaView7]

I like that you put the truck on the hoist. I learned a few things; after looking at the Tacoma and then this truck, I think the Tacoma is stronger built.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

To think the Colorado was a complete shitbox when it first came out. Now it's a two time Motor Trend Truck of the Year winner

[@Mctsep]

Love your review! Best on youtube!

[@ikeposton1]

Such a honest review.

[@KVW22]

God i love you guys 😂😂😂😂😂 the fucking toilet 😂😂😂

[@savagegeese]

This was one of the first vids we did. Still one of my favorite shop parts.

[@Mikesxrs300]

Im sad you didnt comment on how huge it was for a mid size truck

[@savagegeese]

Its big, but my understanding is the new Taucoma and Frontier will be equally large.

[@damilolaakanni]

@@savagegeese the current Frontier is the smallest mid sized truck... For now.

[@irafael8080]

Review the Mecha Tech of the Ram Rebel... A manly Truck.... Hemi. thanks dude I also like the Taco Review u did. :D

[@plawson91]

I leased a 2018 Canyon and the new 8 speed (not in this 15 model) stuttered from 5,000 miles and basically never stopped the whole time I had it. Had the flush TSB done and it still shuddered. For the money I'd rather have a full size truck. There's really not much price difference.

[@rickmcmhan2296]

I have a 2020 colorado z71 4x4 35000 miles a it shifts fine

[@scottfurlong5475]

A 4dr Colorado can be had for less than a Ridgeline. Makes no sense. I was looking at downsizing but couldn't give up truck capability at the high cost of the better quality Honda. I'm sure the Honda will suffice for my needs but it's much more expensive.

[@Rikorage]

90% of the funding went into the marketing, 5% went into engineering, the other 5% went into making the shittiest Fisher-Price lookin' interior they could get away with, and that's the real joke.

[@jasonosborne9235]

This was great guys! Needed a good laugh today!

[@jyusi4]

Do they do the diesel manual? here in Australia that's the Colorado people buy, it's the best version

[@savagegeese]

Diesel just was released have not been in it yet in USA.

[@jyusi4]

+savagegeese my mate has a Z71 and it's weird to see how much they cut in the interior for the American market considering the US version price roughly converts to the $50k it cost in Australia. Also just wanted to say excellent reviews

[@Paco_Burrito_Suave]

You should parody that GM truck commercial!

[@MrDjh66]

Great truck so far love it but only 480 miles on it

[@WyWorks]

Going back to handling real quick; my mom is leasing a '16 Silverado with the direct injected, VVT 4.3l. Once I got comfortable with it's size and weight, I found that it can stick in a corner way better than I ever would have thought. It feels so strange, and it doesn't really hide it's weight that well, but it'll hold pretty well

[@realtick]

Tale of two stories with the Colorado; great exterior design; horrible interior design. In classic Chevy rental-fleet quality fit-and-finish, the interior already looks dated with cheap hard plastics and aesthetic appeal of a 1998 Malibu. I'd still consider the truck but it's just a shame.

[@jackmanfamsquad]

Interior is awesome

[@qx4n9e1xp]

That alley-oop was masterful.

[@datto240z]

Awesome review!

[@SnohomishTitanoffroad]

Liked the video your very monotoned when you speak with very little facial expression but it was very informative if I decided to get one I'll let you know how I like it. Thanks for the video

[@eltonjohn3236]

Did anyone come here after the livestream?

[@raymondwandell8880]

Transmission is stupid. Haven't seen lots of mechanical failure but software won't shift properly when u get some miles on it. Locks into too tall of a gear on upgrades. Bad, actually a safety hazard.

[@CatGoesBOOM]

Thank you for this.

[@MBB563]

it's 2021 and this 2015 Colorado turned out to be a mess, total garbage....however the 2018 to 2021 is outstanding....they perfected this truck.

[@mrtoastyman07]

came from the live stream, wow. love the goofy ass background music - you've come so far!

[@jonh0130]

no ZR2 review?

[@stevehannah]

how are the breaks?

[@scottjohnson943]

+steven hannah I have that same truck (although in Z71/Crew/Longbed config), to be honest, I flag the brakes as being something I would upgrade if I was going to keep it over the long term. My dad actually has an LT/Shortbed and I think his is kind of bouncy compared to mine, the longer wheelbase is very desirable. I bought the truck a year before upgrading our RV trailer, it was fine at first, now its undersized. That said, I find the brakes "ok", but maybe slightly 'dull'. I wouldn't call them 'squishy', just more like you feel like it could do better. It does stop in the lower end of the averages, but if I had my druthers, I'd put some performance calipers & rotors on it. One thing that I do like is the steering - my wife has a Chevy Volt, which was probably the first I think with Chevy's electric-assist steering. Deleting the hydraulic pumps, the hydro lines everywhere, makes the engine bay much cleaner and the steering seems much more precise. If idling at low speed like moving in & out of a parking space, it's electric, the power -assist is always there, no squealing if over-turned or lack of assist due to low RPM on the pump. I really hope GM takes that across the truck line. I've had mine for 20 months, around 20,000 miles on it, flawless performance in that time and I'm probably more of a heavy user - as most of its actual driving is either towing a 6200 lb travel trailer or my variety of 8 foot high box/utility trailers stuffed with yard/garden stuff going to the dump, etc. I don't commute, so the miles really have been more heavy-service focused. I'm going to do a 2 week RV trip in early May, I'll post a video of 'towing with a Colorado Z71', as I really haven't seen anyone talk about towing with it.

[@kadie1414]

Now we need a new Tacoma review, plz.

[@Steven-xj2rf]

And we are still waiting.

[@RareBrink]

I just can't imagine buying a car in the modern era that isn't a performance vehicle and gets below 20mpg. Also, if you let public perception dictate your car choice, you are probably the kind of person I don't want to talk to at a car meet.

[@TheAdventureAuto]

Livestream Crew Here!

[@nadeemmohammed4770]

Do these comes right hand drive? Really want one, where can i get a dealer?

[@MyMilan1965]

Nadeem Mohammed Hmm. Do they come right hand drive? I think that this is a GM global release vehicle so I suspect RHD will have to exist somewhere.

[@nadeemmohammed4770]

Thanks but for third world countries am guessing it will be available next year in RHD, only the 2014 model is available RHD atm, from Thailand Motors & Holden Colorado.

[@MyMilan1965]

If you check the GM web site, the world debut for this truck was in Thailand I think so, hoping you will get a chance at it. What country are you in.

[@nadeemmohammed4770]

Trinidad and Tobago, but got the older version RHD, but this model is more Awesome

[@MyMilan1965]

About 1/2 way between where I live and you live is an island called Antigua. My Grandparents lived there oh so many years ago. Some day I'd like to go visit. In the mean time, I tossed a coin and got the 2015 Colorado, extended cab/long bed Z71. Its a very capable truck. A well balanced 4cyl that handles well. It was great on the beach, even though its 2wd.

[@MetaView7]

both GM and Tacoma need to study Honda's magic seat.

[@savagegeese]

Absolutely

[@dlobom]

Nice Isuzu KB

[@zac.6960]

I have an impala with the 3.6l and at 45k miles the torque converter needed replacement because the chugging issue you’re talking about.

[@georgemoynier4285]

Excellent!!!

[@guyproulx1660]

if 66% of the parts are american and 17% are from Mexico, where are the remaining 17% of parts made?

[@carholic-sz3qv]

From Daewoo

[@marcelonator]

I miss Turbowski

[@5JSG]

Love your reviews, One thing that stands out is the engine specs: 305 hp @ 6800 rpm & 269 ft-lbs. @ 4300 rpm. A truck should never have more HP than torque, specially when that horsepower peaks at 6800 rpm. Definitely car/minivan engine not a truck tuned engine.

[@savagegeese]

Yes agreed. But that's the trick, it feels good to drive with carish power delivery, maybe not as fun when you tow your Ferrari to the off road course

[@5JSG]

savagegeese lol indeed

[@bryan10444]

Most v6 trucks do have more numerical hp and that torque but even then the number is a value... if you were to switch to KW and Newton meters then every car will have more torque than hp...

[@MyMilan1965]

Had to watch this review twice. One time for the lame jokes and then again to weed out the actual truck review. Chevy has a winner here.

[@leesonneville1817]

Cool. Can you do an actual review of the truck now?

[@rickmcmhan2296]

Nice truck

[@rechargedredacted5921]

In Canada Ridgeline 41k Colorado 40k Which one should I get? I primarily do city driving, but I also live in Toronto where we get a LOT of ice storms.

[@savagegeese]

+RechargedRetard Ridgeline imo

[@eltonjohn3236]

Oh man, I hope you bought the Ridgeline.

[@bigmarkdarula]

Gauges are from a toy - GM does this on purpose - just look at them - it's a joke

[@chadhaire1711]

talks about being a man then shows us a little boys truck? LOL

[@savagegeese]

+chad haire Needs V8 and real bed.

[@chadhaire1711]

Needs a Toyota

[@msladek1385]

Little boy truck? That’s a weird thing to say.

[@Fadic4]

It really bothers me that you only have 62k subscribers. I really don't understand why.

[@PhysicalCoppercollector]

Your review didn’t cover the problems with this vehicle... ie when your driving at night and in every position your blinded by the lights from the vehicle behind Turning off the screen is such a task to do.

[@cartere9981]

That's a problem with all cars now (at least my cars) always getting blinded I hate how bright headlights have gotten

[@noneofyourbuisness7]

A truck for people who don’t want a truck

[@Fadic4]

I miss how much more entertaining it was

[@j_thom]

Kinda seems like it was tested as if it were a car for 65% of the time and a truck for the remaining 35%. . .

[@guyproulx1660]

+J Thom it's a SUV with a bed that drives like a car

[@oldarkie3880]

You keep going past redline. Don't ask to drive my truck!

[@hvacforyou66]

Pay big bucks for a truck with deawoo parts on it...that's so Chevrolet... They won't get a dime of my money....

[@halimspahi168]

HVACFORYOU ur missing out the new trucks are mint

[@unseencourage]

Why do you sound angry the whole time?

[@savagegeese]

John Grebe I think it's just a matter of fact tone not angry, but makes sense why you would say it.

[@fortaaron]

im now getting a toilet for my silverado

[@savagegeese]

You can install a full bathroom in the silverado. Shower, bidet and dual sinks.

[@fortaaron]

savagegeese going to the strip club with my new silverado bathroom eddition...

[@guyproulx1660]

fortaaron i wonder if you take a dump in that toilet if it will exceed it's payload capacity lol

[@Daywalker_27]

+guy proulx Try it & get back to us

[@ronfazer2423]

@@fortaaron "bathroom edition" That Funny!

[@realglz]

You should consider reviewing faberge eggs instead of trucks.