The 2023 Chevrolet Colorado TrailBoss Is A Ruggedly Capable Mini Silverado

With a redesigned #ChevroletColorado arriving for 2023, the 3rd generation introduces a new value packed off-road trim called the #ColoradoTrailBoss. The #TrailBoss and #ColoradoZ71 represents the more rugged trim until the #ZR2 arrives later this year. A new frame and 2.7L turbo engine make this one of the most powerful and capable midsize truck on the market.
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[@mbruno64]

Finally an interior worthy of this truck.

[@snacking5908]

Can’t wait for some one to do a comparison of all of the trucks in this segment; Tacoma, frontier, Colorado, and ranger

[@LouAntonioGiordano]

I hit a tree branch with my SUV with LED projector head lights last year and cracked it while driving on the back road. It was a few thousand dollars to replace. Those headlights may not be super effective, but definitely way cheaper to replace. Considering Trail Boss is built for the trail, it is the right type of lights

[@sneakersonfeet9045]

In 2023 with the excessive costs of all these vehicles it should be mandatory to have LED headlights! My 2015 Toyota Corolla for $17,000 had STANDARD LED Lights! This is Cheap Cost cutting at its finest!

[@Jay-bw3fl]

The led lights only cost more because they know you want them and they can get away with charging it not because they’re more expensive to manufacture.

[@essel23fly]

The regular head lights look more rugged than the LED ones so I’m actually ok with it. What’s really cheap is that the back has bulb lights too. Those should be standard LED.

[@Davido50]

Truth 💯. No probs w/Halogen in front on my '19 Ranger XLT FX4. Been a phenomenal truck. Waiting for all new '24 Ranger Tremor & Raptor..tho i like the Colorado Trail Boss & ZR2 alot. They've proven very tough ..just like new Gen Ranger.

[@Davido50]

@Sneakers On Feet Still a tough truck & worth the $. Halogen is perfectly fine. They have LED in bk. Corolla is cheap econo car. Cheap to manufacture vs any truck. No comparison!

[@buntychea2616]

I wish i had a reason to get a new car. The new Z71 or Trail boss would defintely be my next truck. They really pushed the truck game! no just mid-size but full size too. I never thought I would want a Chevy.

[@Heffelz8]

GM “don’t you dare try to tune this truck…you’ll blow it up and shoot your eye out, kid,”. Can’t wait to see what the aftermarket flash tunes look like.

[@danieljohnson4418]

Love the interior design, especially the low, horizontally-oriented dash.

[@dolguldur4706]

Man....its got very beautiful interior layout design...love it

[@dlg5485]

The halogen lighting, no telescoping steering wheel, unpainted door handles, etc on the Trail Boss is unforgivable on such an expensive truck. Given the downright absurd pricing on trucks these days, it is criminal to be cutting corners like this.

[@essel23fly]

I love how basic the trim is, if you’re getting it to go off reading the last thing you care about is if the door handles are plastic.

[@dlg5485]

@@essel23fly The fact that it's basic is less of a problem than the absurd price. That's why I expect more. It's just too damn expensive for what you're getting.

[@raceman946]

id want halogen bulbs, i was thinking that clicking this video. replacing those led lights is expensive as hell, and they dont stand up to below 0 as well as a bulb i can just swap out.

[@GregorBlacksmith]

I completely agree. If I could get a Trail boss and pay extra even for LED lighting and heated seats/steering wheel I would be in. Instead if I have to choose I would probably buy a z71 but less happy about it and most likely be upgrading the suspension

[@nickyryan777]

The Halogen bulbs kill it for me, i would have to get the Z71 or ZR2

[@4olddogg]

Great review. I may look more closely at the Colorado for my next Truck.

[@philippelarocque4207]

What a great video... love the off-road segment!

[@westleymoeun1336]

I wouldn’t be trippin over led lights on an off road package tbh. I’d rather change bulbs then a whole damn headlight

[@Veyronp87]

this thing looks crazy nice for a midsize both inside and out

[@Argedis]

Is it really a midsize anymore? He said it's 9" Taller, 3" longer wheelbase, etc than the previous gen. I used to have the previous gen and it was already pretty big

[@joshpeck443]

At first i thought the headlight switch was a mistake but then i remembered i keep both my truck and my wife’s car on auto all the time…the only time i have used the switch was on my truck to turn in the exterior bed light…i think people will leave it on auto and never miss it

[@AdmiralBraddus]

My thoughts exactly for cars I've owned that have had auto headlights I've never touched the switch.

[@snacking5908]

True. And I hate when people turn off the auto setting on my vehicle. People being my partner

[@jhagen4850]

If this thing gets the 15MPG that most reviewers are suggesting I suspect that these trucks will be spending a lot of time sitting in peoples' driveways, so no need to worry about lights.

[@klasseact6663]

Here's the problem with AUTO lights. They don't come on when it's misting out and your wipers on, it's all about visibility...both front AND back. This is coming from someone who drives for a living and this is a real problem, trust me.

[@joshpeck443]

@@klasseact6663 Maybe there is a setting if you have a newer vehicle to turn the lights on when the wipers are on. In my truck if the wipers are on the lights will come on in 60 seconds of wipers being turned on. Now if i just wipe once to remove some mist they won’t come on. I don’t drive professionally but i could see that being annoying. However for me personally that scenario is rare enough that i could hit the shortcuts at the top of the screen to manually turn the lights on, it wouldn’t be something that happens every drive

[@Davido50]

These are excellent midsized trucks for sure. Love my '19 Ranger XLT FX4.. been impeccable over 4yrs. Waiting on all new '24 Ranger to come out before i make my decision but new Colorado ZR2 is top of my list along w/ new '24 Ranger Tremor.

[@kevinw1090]

Nice looking truck both inside and outside. Turbo 4 reliability is the only thing that only time can tell

[@rickyhrman3204]

They use the 2.7 in silverados and I haven’t heard of any having major issues. It’s also in the ct4 v

[@shahzadkhan15nov]

Great review!!

[@GordonLed]

Great review Thanks

[@chazslater3465]

major upgrade whew great looking truck inside and out!!!

[@thatdudety0176]

I had a '97 S10 ZR2. Super fun truck. I'm definitely thinking a trail boss or zr2 is in my future.

[@chadgray5120]

Certainly not my S10 back in 85. I'm looking at the ZR2 later this year. Looking forward to more videos. Certainly a tough looking beastie.

[@HarryKuloh]

Excellent decision to give the trail specialist trim Some thin sidewall rubber, paired with giant wheels

[@michaeljenks6259]

Extremely happy mid-size trucks are getting better. My 2011 Tundra will need replacement at some point, and there is zero chance of me buying a truck that won't fit in the garage! Really good to see this segment growing!!!

[@jloutz]

I think we are going to need a bigger garage.

[@marktesoro9578]

I love everything about this truck except the fact that my buddy had a 2020 with a bunch of transmission issues at 50k miles... I hope these new Colorados have improved transmissions.

[@LlyleHunter]

I think they’ve got it! The first generation Isuzu based Colorados were terrible but I drove the second generation most recently model about six months ago and liked it a lot. This third generation redesign looks like they pulled it together and I think I’m going to buy it. It’s got my name all over it including that blue.

[@fitterkrueger1524]

1st gen is great what are you saying

[@Moondoggy1941]

We had a Colorado back in the 90's at work, it had the most convalescent interior I have ever seen, worse than a 80's French car, new age sci fi, the truck drove so badly that everyone at work refused to drive it or be there truck, so are work wholesaled if off, that was the first time in 35 years that ever happened. The truck we all loved was the first gen Dakota's, that truck was fast. I like that blue as well, I am intrigued by this truck, I just wish there were choices on the lot.

[@tg8150]

@@Moondoggy1941no you didn’t have a Colorado back in the 90’s. The first gen Colorado came out in 2004. They were not Isuzu based either, for the other clueless guy.

[@Moondoggy1941]

@@tg8150 OK I am not sure what the truck was called but it was either a GM or GMC, and the massive POS that everyone refused to drive that had less than 10k miles on it they sold it at auction, normally they sell them at a 100K, it had somme futuristic dash that made zero sense kinda like International symbols for a choke on a lawnmower. It was the worst truck that I have ever driven

[@Lownslow2]

You are definitely a democrat. Cherry red is my color all conservative 😂😂

[@JMCretella]

Great video. Waiting for them to bring back the v6 before I upgrade.

[@Moondoggy1941]

I am retired and Ihave never owned a GM product but I am intrigued by this truck, and yes I figured you were in Ca at the beginning of the video. The oak tree was a give away/

[@robertedwards7430]

Great video but how do you not have the weight and payload capacity? It's on the sticker in the door jam for every truck that is manufactured

[@mgdulan4756]

Z71 looks really good 👍🏼

[@baracktrump1410]

I've owned a new 2003, 2005, 2008, 2016, 2020 and 201 GM trucks and have yet to need to use the headlight knob, other than hiding in the dark 2 or 3 times, with GM using auto on/off headlights for the last 15+ years on everything, it's a non issue.

[@byhsu6140]

Nice Car, I personally would go for the Orange color or the Classic Guards Red.

[@JasonYergin]

The base engine doesn't have the same internals as the Turbo Plus and High Output so it can't be up-tuned, but the Turbo Plus can be optioned up to High Output under warranty as an option. Of course you can also spec your own WT with a High Output by ordering it that way as well.

[@ohrandyrandy]

Not true. Same engine, different tunes. PURE software- update- money grab. The base is simply detuned.

[@JasonYergin]

@@ohrandyrandy the Base engine has a different engine code from the Turbo Plus and the High Output and cannot be tuned up unlike the other two.

[@ohrandyrandy]

@@JasonYergin Keep telling yourself that.

[@JasonYergin]

@@ohrandyrandy I imagine you'll just keep trolling like a punk but maybe not. Maybe you'll check out something from people who got their info straight from Chevy. My money is on trolling though 😄 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnqzn4uwnpeKaMU

[@tim3172]

@@ohrandyrandy Source: your hurt feelings

[@JasonYergin]

Also yes!! I hate seeing those idiots drive with no headlights on when it's darkish or raining. DRL's aren't enough

[@michaelharrity9795]

Looks good but with the price tag today they should give you Led lighting all around

[@Kristian_Saile]

Decreasing the backseat legroom is an unexpected bummer as the previous gen was just adequate enough to work with adults and great with kids. Looks like a good truck all around however hearing that the diesel was going away we hunted down a Duramax last July as we live that engine and it’s blend of towing prowess and efficiency. Glad to hear the new gasser focuses on torque, curious to see how they hold up and what kind of mileage they can eek out.

[@tysonrojas5477]

It's extremely cramped no leg room it will barley seat children in back seat

[@digitalkoh]

Respectable design!

[@antoniocampos6627]

Personally I feel like this truck should have the option for LED lights and heated seats/steering wheel. I’m sure many would add that stuff if it was an option. I know I would.

[@Shadow-lq7rx]

thats what the $5k more canyon is for

[@MrNemo721]

really interested in a comparison of this vs. the upcoming turbo Tacoma

[@mybro727]

The Tacoma will most likely be a shrunken version copy/paste method of the new Tundra.

[@tylerquante4720]

If they can get the tacoma to 27+mpg on the highway from a 4cyl turbo hybrid, it'll be very tempting.

[@kubeanie18]

this and the new ranger raptor should be fun to watch together.

[@walkworthy]

The RR is going to eat this

[@jetta.josh4]

can’t wait to see what they bring to the canyon!

[@kevin-qc7zv]

I've seen it, it's really nice and luxurious

[@gordmonteath6090]

Just look at any of the 82 videos that have been out for 6 weeks

[@nightowl3582]

It's a really nice looking truck. Never cared for Colorados until now.

[@bengonzales1182]

I love those wheels.

[@brenrob7403]

Was hoping it would be quicker. But still, on paper, really like it

[@nickr3441]

You won't be buying it anyway

[@randycupp5925]

Why? It's a truck... Are you trying to win a race?

[@nickr3441]

@@randycupp5925 yea, he needs to race to the dump yard

[@Kiss__Kiss]

All of these mid-sized Trucks, looking nice.. The Toyota Tacoma has a lot of homework to do.. Thanks Sofyan.

[@2themaxgaming]

Halogen headlights not standard until z71 and not even optionable on the trail boss is a mistake imo by Chevy. I’m hoping the Tacoma comes standard with LED lights. Plus possibility of hybrid for MPG gains has me hopeful for the Tacoma redesign.

[@RT-mm8rq]

Although Toyota is not invincible I can almost guarantee the Toyota will outlast that Chevy.

[@arhamkhakwani5851]

@@2themaxgaming With the direction Toyota is going in terms of safety, it’s very likely we will see standard LEDs.

[@essel23fly]

@@2themaxgaming those are relatively cheap after market add ons. I actually like the more rugged look of the halogen headlights compared to the LED. But the back lights definitely should have been at least partial LED, that’s cheap on chevys part

[@jorseirer]

I don’t mind the missing light switch. I have no clue what they were thinking with the back seat though. Why make it smaller when the size was already one of the most consistent complaints of a midsize truck?

[@Boostd4]

This trim is great, but LED headlights not even an option? Makes me wonder if you can just order the factory Z71 lights and swap them in.

[@onefastr6]

Cutting edge tech inside and 1980’s tech on the outside. Makes sense for $40,000+

[@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!

[@ryanlavallee3239]

should also be standard with cruise and heated seats.

[@randykillman5591]

You have no numbers but you still talk Amazing

[@Lownslow2]

Switching to the GMC AT4 Canyon after this. Definitely trading my premium Chevy Equinox in. Nothing but Casper with my Equinox.

[@jimmyr1683]

As for the halogen lights, they need to keep the aftermarket in business

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

I bet the 24 comes with LEDs even on the base model. They have to keep sales going in a hard buyers market in 24.

[@essel23fly]

The halogen head lights actually look more rugged than the LED. My issue is the back, that should be LED, the halogen in the back looks cheap and outdated

[@nelsonvanvickle8862]

7 seconds to 60 would be fairly respectable, if not for the fact that the previous generation 4x4 with the V6 was actually faster. Not significantly, unless you had the 2WD version with the lower curb weight, which is a low 6 sec 0-60 performer. I can’t really wrap my mind around it except that maybe the new truck is heavier than the previous generation. The two wheel drive version with a lower curb weight should have better acceleration, especially with the high output tune.

[@mybro727]

GM knocked this out of the park. They effectively cut cost in areas that the owner won’t lose out on anything. We don’t need full LED lights as standard to raise the starting price another $3k. They updated the tech, quality, and interior materials where they needed it the most - GM continues to cater more toward existing customers and that’s proven by the small updates they make overtime. They’re priority is addressing issues/complaints from before, and it appears they’ve done that and then some! The design alone will sell this truck over the competition - that is until you see the GMC Canyon! 🔥

[@arhamkhakwani5851]

Where is Naveen at? Found the GM version of him 😂😂 All jokes haha

[@ryanlavallee3239]

Big issue with the TB is no option for heated seats or wheel wtf and cruise control is an option.

[@fzr1000981]

I think this looks better than the Canyon

[@FrameRot]

Need a 6ft bed

[@NorthCascades]

Owners definitely lose out when it comes to the fact that GM is only offering the Colorado/Canyon with a short bed. Some of us have big things to haul but don't want a full size truck to do so.

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

Other than calling the Z71 the LTZ (which hasn’t been a trim level in any model since 2017 outside of the Silverado) in both of your Colorado videos I appreciate your thorough overview of this new lineup of the Chevy Colorados.

[@aaronwilson5978]

How is the ride is it comfortable

[@Cameron-hd2kc]

I just wish they would get rid of the toy-car antenna at the top. Either move it to the front or use a low-profile fin like nearly every other modern vehicle. Otherwise, much nicer inside and out over the current model.

[@thacudder]

I’ll be going after market for the headlights then

[@4ME2DRV]

Nice video. But you can only get the 20's with a 33" tire from factory, not a 32". At least that's what the Chevy website says.

[@coop4274]

Correct. It will be a 275/60/20 Bridgestone dueler A/T

[@elliottmanning4116]

Is the LTZ trim coming? Build configurator does not show it for 2023.

[@TheWVgoodguy22]

Twist of the tongue 👅 I noticed that he kept replacing the Z71 with LTZ. Which outside of the Silverado hasn’t been a trim level since 2017.

[@jre617]

Nice review, very articulate. This new truck looks good, but I worry about the unsophisticated sounds from a GM four. However, based on your video, it sounds like it might be acceptable. Also, every time a switch or knob migrates to a touch screen, I worry. Computers are not reliable and it is less safe than a physical switch when driving. Be cool if they offered a big role-back canvas roof and a roll-down window in back. BTW, "you guys" (youngish reviewers) always say "you guys," never just "you." If "you guys" want this trim...

[@runningwithspoons9223]

Lol clearly you've never been to California. That's how we talk here

[@jre617]

@@runningwithspoons9223 Correction, that's how young people talk! But your presentation was very good. (Though no one ever describes the 4x4 parameters: default torque split, front/rear torque max, and most don't clearly distinguish between a mechanical LSD or ELSD and a brake based traction control system: the cheap way out.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

GM puts money on top of money into their V8s, but when it comes to 4bangers they literally do the bare minimum

[@theloyalist2006]

I want Chevy to challenge us more * Gets stuck* 🤣🤣🤣 Gold

[@howardanthony1443]

Looks nice, the sides look Tacoma/Frontier like to me.

[@sparkonthehorizon]

I really like it, but you have to use 91-93 octane fuel and the emergency brake is controlled via the touchscreen.. are those deal breakers????

[@essel23fly]

Not sure if it's a configurator issue but if you select the leather seats on the 23 Colorado it won't let you add a bunch of other options. You have to get the cloth seats if you want any of the packages. What's up with that??

[@ADDMEONPSN]

First off watch your mouth. Second you can go aftermarket if you're not fancy city boy.

[@essel23fly]

@@ADDMEONPSN what?

[@d_manoil1647]

Love it. Going to be expensive

[@ricknotd1cc]

Sofyan how tall are you? This thing looks tiny at 7:06 am I crazy?

[@commonsense7057]

Probably going to trade in my 2022 Colorado Z71 for one of these new models when they become more readily available. Hopefully, it gets better than the 16mpg I average right now. The Interior is definitely a massive upgrade.

[@BraylonPhotos]

locked in my 23 LT just yesterday, looking at options to switch the l2r that came standard to the l3b but i think building it down the line is my best option. Time will tell but i'm stoked for this platform

[@quebeccivic]

This versus the 23 pro4x. ? Thoughts

[@macjoseph2375]

Will this fit In the garage it's huge? 🤔

[@DustinB855]

Overall cool truck. My only worries is the power train. That's a lot of boost to run and 8 speed auto already has major issues from previous gen. Price seems good on some models but bad on others. Looking forward to see how the midsized trucks stack up once taco and ranger come out

[@justinh1258]

No it’s not, and the 8 speed on these new trucks is excellent

[@coop4274]

Keep in mind this 8 speed is a different trans then the old 8 speed that had all the shuddering issues.

[@fastgetz31]

me personally I wish that GM kept the V6 because I'm not a big turbo guy because if they go how much would it cost to replace it 😕 $$$$$

[@fastgetz31]

For real

[@coop4274]

Lmfao. Are you serious right now? You buy your vehicles based on what it would cost to replace the engine ? Wow that’s the dumbest comment on here so far lol.

[@bobbyjohnson6355]

As much $$ as GM makes on their vehicles, nickel and diming the cost of led lighting makes no sense at all

[@anthonym8609]

How would you rank the Z71, Trail Boss, and ZR2?

[@Notjustacarguy]

Saw this in an auto show. Does look good and the tech is well integrated but the hard plastics on the inside are a huge turnoff. It’s sad manufacturers are paying less attention to interior materials than ever before.

[@NorthCascades]

Do you not remember the 90's? 😂

[@jb4768]

What kind of Octane does the New Colorado Take....Can you use 87 or does it Require 91 or Higher

[@coop4274]

87

[@homoerotic85]

I had a Trail Boss fully loaded ordered with a $1K deposit. A few weeks after I ordered it I wanted to see how far along it was and that is when they told me they were charging $3,700 over MSRP. When they told me that I cancelled the order-I will never pay over MSRP! You already lose your a$$ when buying a new vehicle so no way will I be adding that much more to it's negative equity. I later found out Chevrolet actually sent an email to it's dealer in I think January for them to stop charging over msrp-yet they are continuing to over charge! That is messed up!! So! I went to my Toyota dealership who NEVER charges over MSRP to order a Tacoma, I got super lucky someone ordered a Tacoma and got something else before it arrived so, I got it! It's a TRD Off-Road fully loaded. It's what I originally wanted but I liked the Colorado because it's all new and I would have been the first person in my area to have one. But, I do love the Tacoma and it's reliability will be amazing.

[@UltimaRSfan]

Last gen got to 60 in 6.3 Looks good though

[@jeremyjameson1736]

What's the MPG rating for the Z71?

[@jhagen4850]

From other videos it looks like it's getting 14.5MPG. From Pickup Trucks Plus write up they said they saw 15MPG. That's likely test driving so probably 20MPG highway.

[@tomm1109]

@@jhagen4850 take that as a worst case scenario. testers are flooring it all the time and letting it idle a lot too.

[@kmahal711]

Isn’t 275/60r20 a 33” tire?

[@davidzavala337]

LED headlights should be standard. Large wheels is a sim on trucks.

[@danasampson818]

You said it perfectly….idiots driving without headlights on. Almost all cars and trucks have auto headlights, and have for many years. So, leave the switch on auto.

[@jonchase7752]

I don’t get the size adjustments, the size before was perfect. Should’ve kept the v6 as well

[@victorramsey5575]

Nice truck. But Ill be keeping my 2020 Frontier 4x4 SV crew cab

[@boboso5934]

There's no "step in the tailgate" it's in the BUMPER. You're welcome. 👍

[@aaronwilson5978]

This is the best mid size

[@Arid379]

How does it a comparison to 23 Taco pro?

[@buddyguy2990]

Crazy you can only get the cheap lights with the trail boss lol

[@tysonrojas5477]

My at4 gmc is at the dealer with turbo issues at 15 k miles

[@m.687]

Still have to go with the Tacoma, from a reliability standpoint.

[@FXIIBeaver]

Toyota isn’t the only one in town now.

[@onefastr6]

No seatbelt height adjustment? Man car companies are ridiculous these days for what their products cost.

[@fasttoyo]

it's not a "whole new frame" - GM engineers confirmed the GMT31XX-2 platform uses a slightly modified version of the previous frame from the 2nd gen.

[@Arid379]

I went to my chevy dealership today. they don't have one, 3.17.23

[@AJ_76421]

Not a huge fan of all digital gauge clusters. I like having a speedometer and tachometer separate. Not a fan of a single center tachometer like in this one. Only looks good in performance cars, not a truck

[@chomanttocs]

The lights are cheaper to replace if broken on the trail

[@EP1CNELSON]

wish there was a naturally aspirated option

[@tomm1109]

why? the old 2.5 was gutless. GM figured its cheaper to just make one engine with different tunes.

[@jw8578]

Rather than several 0-60 runs tell us more about noice level, stearing feel and response, ride quality, dampening, etc.

[@tim3172]

Noice level of very noice! Stear- is related to or derived from stearic acid

[@nicholis]

indicators are bulbs ? No LEDs ??

[@Arid379]

dealership said there is a markup price of 20 percent plus tip

[@addisonmacaluso9818]

After reading the comments, ive confirmed that the word "headlight" is a trigger word for a lot of people

[@darklyte24]

I like the trail boss but like another reviewer, they went a lttle too low end on the interior, also no LED headlights?!

[@donovan4105]

There is absolutely no reason why this doesn’t have LED headlights as standard in 2023. A freaking 22k Corolla has them.

[@mybro727]

Sir, the list of features you’ll find in a Corolla that aren’t available here most likely *ends* at “standard LED headlights” as well. Let me guess, TACO fanboy?

[@ryanlavallee3239]

@@mybro727 tb doesn't come with cruise control lol, no option for heated seats either.