Off-Road Ripping, Towing & Hauling With the 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 - New Face, Same Off-Road Fun!

We take the face-lifted 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 and put it to work.
#Chevy #ZR2 #Trucks

[@Dnh-Bear]

I love it how most of the guys on the channel do everything with their dads, That's cool.

[@adventurek2066]

TFL gonna miss you a lot. I like TFL, but i think you’re the best in truck segment.

[@marcofemto9417]

He's not on TFL anymore??

[@adventurek2066]

Marco Femto Yup. He quit so he can start his own youtube channel.

[@marcofemto9417]

@@adventurek2066 Wow. Now it's just Andre keeping me subscribed... I hate Roman lol

[@jmt8706official]

@@marcofemto9417 Andre's reviews are the only ones I watch.

[@gizzy2403]

@@marcofemto9417 what about Tommy?! That guy's got some f*cking issues! I jus want his dad 2 slap th shit out of him most of th time & say " shut up boy!"😅 luv Andre though, totally, gr8 guy & funny!

[@amprg]

Perfect videos by father and son. 👏 210 Likes and no Dislike 👍 It shows how you and your dad are great 👍

[@cwsill]

Y’all are consistently hitting home runs with these truck reviews!! Honestly the best on KZbin, even compared to your former colleagues in Boulder. KEEP IT GOING!! 🚚👍🏻

[@Mixwell1983]

I always though sport bars looked cheezy.. Makes this looks like a mini avalanche

[@seabiscuit726142]

So true!!!

[@carlossalgado3677]

What is even the purpose of having them. Like do they help with anything ?

[@Dan007UT]

@@carlossalgado3677 they hold up those massive led spot lights LOL

[@carlossalgado3677]

@@Dan007UT thanks!

[@michaelhodgkinson9730]

I personally like them and would take off the lights and add a big led bar.

[@chuckmuellerleile8729]

Wow.....I can't believe someone actually said " don't get the diesel"....love it.

[@karlschwaber9568]

I have the diesel and love it.

[@isaacsanchez8092]

Same I have the diesel as well and I love the torque and everything about it..

[@JG-mg3if]

@@isaacsanchez8092 Nice. I want a diesel 🥺 zr2

[@kane6106]

Love how excited you are in every video. Good energy man.

[@GuardianGrove]

I bought the Trail Boss because I need the payload/towing but MAN I am fascinated by these ZR2s. I wish I could get away with a mid-size. That being said, I love my Trail Boss!

[@shiftmotorsports9803]

Another great review! I bought my 2018 ZR2 3 years and 50k miles ago based on a review you did with TFL. I was considering a Tacoma TRD Pro but had dismissed it after reading and watching reviews and comparisons favoring the ZR2. I want to thank you for your honest reviews and not favoring badges. Car guys enjoy vehicles for the way they perform and handle what is thrown at them, not because of what company makes it. I have made so many lifelong memories with my friends and family with this truck. It has never gotten stuck, has pulled several stuck vehicles (snow), towed over max capacity, hauled way over max payload, and has never let me down. It's been off roaded and jumped several times and has handled everything I have thrown at it with ease and grace. It hasn't been perfect, it had 2 shocks, 4wd shift actuator, and a/c blend actuator replaced under warranty. These things were replaced while it was in for oil changes, so I've never been inconvenienced. During a recent snow storm in PA, I helped fellow motorists get unstuck. I locked both diffs and had full confidence in pulling anything. There's no other vehicle I would have rather been in. I hope to make many more memories with my ZR2. Sorry for the book. It's the long way of saying: My family and I thank you for the recommendation and honest reviews!

[@TruckKing]

We thank you for watching. We take our duty to our viewers seriously.

[@kevinblock2307]

That’s such a nice truck I had to watch the video twice - nice job guys

[@jayf6806]

I just picked mine last Friday....not even 200 miles on it yet. I have wanted one since the ZR2 in the old 1980s S-10s. Got the premier Red Cherry paint. Looks so good. Great video here!

[@wipatriot510]

Sorry, the ZR2 package didn't appear until 1994...

[@seabiscuit726142]

When I read "not even 200 miles on it yet" I expected to read that CEL came on already...sorry! Enjoy your new truck! It's an amazing (underrated) vehicle!

[@jayf6806]

@@wipatriot510 Perhaps I should have been more clear...I have wanted one since I first saw the package. I owned two S-10s. A 1985 with 2.5ltr Iron Duke and a 1989 2.8ltr. The 85 was my first ever vehicle on my own. 2 months after I graduated HS. The old 89 had the engine removed and replaced with a 327-350 with a Ford 9inch rear end. My father in-law had an auto salvage yard and was a playground for me. The ZR2 was, well, is still one of my favorite looking and performing packages for me. 700 miles on it now, and I take out back on the 90+ acreage here in Maine. No regrets.

[@mattiecreates]

can i ask what real world mileage you are getting on it and are you still happy with your purchase we are thinking of getting one

[@jayf6806]

@@mattiecreates I drive 5 miles to work. I work at a local Naval Yard, on VA class subs. I cannot give a real world mileage I think. I am currently at 16mpg. We took it on the highway for a 50 mile trip and I was getting 20mpg. Off road, it is so much fun. It has a front and rear locker which helps in some spots. It is made for off road. if you go off road camping or just hit trails, you will not be disappointed I feel.

[@alexperdo7596]

I picked up my 2020 ZR2 in Kinetic Blue just a few months ago for a decent price since these 2021 models were inbound. Paid US$37K plus tax/tag and am really enjoying it. It's not my daily driver so it's kinda my weekend toy. I just wished it had brighter head lamps - the stock ones are just horridly dim. Enjoy this channel so keep up the fine work.

[@brianstimman9992]

Replace your bulbs with Lef’a from Amazon. They are cheap . I did my 18’ Kinetic Blue with All LEDs. High beam , low beam and the fog lights

[@JG-mg3if]

Gas or Diesel and how you liking it?

[@shawnriddle3018]

Always enjoy your information packed videos.

[@ACCELER8TV]

Judging from the license plate, it looks like we both reviewed the same ZR2! Great in-depth review! well done!

[@TruckKing]

Thanks! 👍

[@Pickens14Prodz]

That's a beautiful looking truck. I think the update was a true improvement. Great review.

[@1964rmcc]

Again I really have no need for a off road truck or a pickup but this looks like fun and I like this thing lot,oh did I mention I have no need for a pickup, very nice review you and your Dad great team!!!

[@jedironin380]

Every time I hear you say "zed..." "We're not hosting an intergalactic kegger." -Zed :D

[@90FirstGenPGT]

"Pssh... Zed"

[@lagoonrd4173]

I think pulp fiction

[@chrisstotesbery3874]

Dad’s response to your driving was hilarious!

[@pajamatime5750]

Best reviews on KZbin hands down. Keep up the great work!

[@TruckKing]

Appreciate that

[@jurgenfroedrich2986]

I like the new look of ZR2. Bin looking at them for a while now . All I need to is test Drive one . Thanks for the great video.

[@stingrayray3413]

I bought a ZR2 two weeks ago after owning a 2WD Colorado LT. I love it. It’s awesome. Never going back. Go test drive one. And then buy it. You won’t regret it.

[@mikefoehr235]

Steve...you are a crazy man going 70 on the bush road.

[@diligafifunouno641]

Would’ve liked to see a little more of the 4wd and locker use. But over all I love the video. And the truck is beautiful.

[@lagoonrd4173]

Love how you don’t hold back and send it!!! The way it should be.... awesome content

[@TruckKing]

I appreciate that!

[@jdhoger4034]

Awesome review. Just what I was looking for, Details on the suspension. Tuff little truck and lots of power to boot. Thanks.

[@TruckKing]

Glad to help

[@gopmario]

I recently picked up a Tacoma TRD Off Road and I have to say these Chevys are damn good looking rides.

[@bobelliott2748]

I recently towed a 2019 ZR (diesel) with my 2013 Tacoma. The ZR has great towing capacity as per advertised. It had a crapped out transmission and towed quite easily

[@MjekuMati]

These trucks look great! Those sport bars and lights 👍

[@kd9419]

Beautiful property, great personalities, stellar reviews

[@R.Nelson]

Good morning 🌻 Truck King. Good morning 🌻 King Dad. Thanks for the video!!☺️

[@yeahright2449]

Love my 2017 ZR2. Great rock crawler and pulls my boat

[@scottlich1950]

As a car salesman at a GM dealer, these videos help me out a ton with product knowledge. I can take vehicles for test drives on the highway and city, but you guys do the off-road stuff. It really helps me out with what to tell people when they ask about off-roading. Love the videos

[@TruckKing]

Thanks Scott. Send us a commission eh?

[@scottlich1950]

@@TruckKing Only if I can come test drive some trucks with you guys ;). Then we’ll talk! Keep up the good work fellas

[@alexanderdominguez2151]

OMG how could he lie about the interior they did so much to customize the interior like they put zr2 logos on the front headrest lol jk. Love the video, your video from back in the day was one of the big reasons I bought my zr2. Keep up the good work!

[@zacariaspiedrasdelrio8984]

Good video like always, i loved the scenery

[@TruckKing]

Thank you very much!

[@joeymccullough2716]

Here’s a challenge for ya, Steve-O. Run that high speed trail in Big Green-dare ya!😆

[@TruckKing]

I like my teeth in my mouth, but, stay tuned for lots of Big Green content!

[@stout_tossme7541]

Can't wait for Big Green stuff.

[@jedironin380]

Love Big Green! Sorry you're not with TFL any more, but looking forward to more good stuff, Stephen! :)

[@rocksjoshua]

That road you hit was awesome! You should definitely bring more off roaders here, definitely the RAM TRX when you get your hands on it!

[@TruckKing]

We are headed out to a TRX event very soon. We expect to shoot some wicked off-road video. Stay tuned.

[@lambertsaldi1550]

Awesome Review thank you 👍🇺🇸 The Vermonter

[@spacebear49]

Why the heck don't they put fog lights on it? They got those silly fake vents that are in the perfect spot for lights.

[@lexwaldez]

I hate fake vents and fake hood scoops. You really don't need poser crap on a truck when you could either improve visibility or add something functional. They never learn.

[@shiftmotorsports9803]

Agreed but the sport bar has lights on it.....for only like $1500 or something like that!

[@marshallgerston4809]

Thank you for going fast off-road! So many videos either just ride around on the pavement and talk about off-roading, or they are snail paced rock crawling. I am looking to see how this thing handles at speed and it looks to do a great job.

[@arminderrattu5333]

Oh man going off road looks so much fun

[@sweetlogo]

Love my 2020 ZR2 Gaser. Too much fun.

[@michaelphipps4313]

Great review man💪💪💪

[@mntdronesolutions]

Hey Just saw the 2023 ZR2 Desert boss and OH MY!!! Stoked to see you do a review!

[@retiredammo4617]

That truck looks pretty good. Sounds like Chevy hit a home run!

[@gabrielldesouza8562]

Just found my new favourite channel

[@kerryrwac]

Your Dad looked so happy in the high speed off road section, not ! At least he was a good sport about it.

[@tacostwowheels4934]

Keep up the good work!

[@libertystuffnthingsreviews829]

I never knew you left TFL! I am going to watch you here. Great content.

[@TruckKing]

Hey, thanks!

[@chadreid1068]

I have a 2018 zr2 with 6” lift and 35” tires love it goes anywhere

[@execprotect6147]

Haul my 2 100lb propane tanks to and from the hardware store strapped to the light bar and lower tie downs. No issues other than rub marks on the light bar.

[@mak450]

I would love to see someone get their hands on a ZR2 with the long travel shocks and suspension, just to see what changes. GM oughta throw one together and send it out, the lack of ground clearance is the truck's achilles' heel and who knows, maybe they could move even more if more people knew they sold a long travel suspension kit for the truck.

[@emunoz587]

Well done!

[@hdz12ez]

They gave that front end a cleft pallet.

[@jedironin380]

They should have upgraded the interior and left the exterior alone! Maaannnn, that's awful. :p

[@undefeatedgaul3201]

I love the exterior update

[@109jacosta]

There are aftermarket towing mirrors available. Same design as the full-size silverado

[@chansaicommerce1721]

AMAZING !!!!!!!!!!!

[@inthecaddy]

I just got one and love it.

[@GeneralMotorsJeff]

Such a fun truck to throw around! :)

[@kenp4464]

Awesome stuff and the best reviewer on utube. Waiting for you to have a go with the new Yamaha RMax.

[@TruckKing]

Fingers crossed!

[@skywalker2852]

One of my favorite trucks. Maybe do your 0-60 runs in Auto 4WD for vehicles so-equipped.

[@wipatriot510]

I find it hilarious that the payload capacity of this truck is higher than the ram 2500 power wagon...

[@Chief_Chavo]

Wow really? 😂

[@wethepeople5907]

Lmao 5000GVW is a joke! Why does a regular Colorado 6000GVW? I have a 2018 diesel and love my truck but he towing sucks!!

[@wallyblackler46]

It looks very cool

[@dannybailey2882]

Agreed with what Pepito said !!

[@ronpoole835]

I like the looks of the truck

[@smittywerbenjagermanjensen6680]

Anyway you could review a regular Colorado z71? Not as many good reviews on it. It can tow more and can still do some off roading! Especially with the duramax and air dam removed. It's just not as flashy

[@coryernewein]

Nice blue colour on that rig

[@kadimsilahtar]

Thnx for the video. How do you think it would compare to Ford Ranger Raptor?

[@muskquadtv]

Be a nice truck to own for sure

[@aerynlovell4754]

I am glad you mentioned the lack of towing mirrors. In the 80s, I remember that some 1/2 ton trucks had large rectangular towing mirrors and I still love the look of rectangular mirrors. It is annoying that these automotive manufacturers are bragging about how much their trucks can tow but do not offer a trailer mirror as an option. If you want a trailer mirror you have to buy an aftermarket mirror and install it yourself. If the towing package doesn't come with factory towing mirrors and a trailer brake controller then when you receive your truck it isn't set up to tow safely and more importantly legally then what is the point of the Towing Package? I know you guys have said before that the trailer brake controller should be standard equipment on a truck with the towing package, but the lack of towing mirrors is also a big oversight by the manufacturer. I have towed trailers in city traffic, and without trailer mirrors, you can't see the outside edge of the trailer fenders, and it makes navigation in tight spaces dangerous. If you can't see the outside edge of your trailer or load, you don't know how close your trailer is to other vehicles and could cause an accident if you misjudge the amount of clearance.

[@rayzorjay7331]

Man, I'd love to see you review one of the Rocky Ridge Silverado's (2019). I have one with the 5.3 and have taken it on some minor off road excursions, but I'd like to see someone who can really beat on it before I decide to do so to mine, lol.

[@fastylep.3240]

Where do I sign, great truck, really like the color.

[@yorkchris10]

Maybe those shocks are tuned for rebound with spare wheels i n the back.

[@BeanoNoir]

I'm always back and forth about the switchable front locker. If you're going straight, it's wonderful, but you can't really steer with it on. Then there's also the aspect of having to switch it on and off while trying to pay attention to what you're doing (usually with a rear locker you can turn it on and forget about it off road). I tend to prefer either an autolocker on the front, or a torsen. Just so that you can still steer modulating power, or when you inevitably get a wheel off the ground. I lean more towards a torsen as it is in fact a differential all the time and not either open diff or spool. You can tap the brake to get the torsen to lock up enough to get power to the grounded wheel. That being said, it at least has some sort of front differential device.

[@Dnh-Bear]

But I think I would want something better than the G80 in the front, something way more responsive.

[@BeanoNoir]

@@Dnh-Bear The G80 wouldn't be that great of an option in the front not because of the responsiveness, but because it might break your wrist and/or your inside CV axle when it locks up and you are full power half turned in. For all the racket they make, Detroits and Grizzlys at least have some give. G80s are a neat clock work, but the new Infinite variable hydraulic LSDs will end up being a more elegant option for that crowd. But those are all expensive, so most will still run a device that costs $800 or less. Lunchbox is also a good option for around $3-400. I do find it odd that they didn't put a front Torsen on the Ranger Tremor like they did with the Super Dutys. The Ranger is 100% dana, so it isn't for lack of an existing supplier.

[@Dnh-Bear]

@@BeanoNoir I see, I think I'm just going to stick with a selectable locking diff. All I say is turn it on when ya need it

[@AsianAndrew13]

When you guys review the Jeep gladiator Mojave can you please compare them? I’m trying to decide which one I want

[@JosephSmith72]

I had a 2017 ZR2 and it was great to drive off-road and on road. Too bad it stayed in the shop so many times, hopefully by now Chevy has tweaked it to not break down so much bc it really is a fun truck to own and drive.

[@levismith7444]

Did you have gas or diesel?

[@JosephSmith72]

@@levismith7444 It was gas.

[@Chief_Chavo]

Finally a good review.

[@mariacheebandidos7183]

what to do about the bottom of trucks like this? everything underneath just seems really exposed for good or bad.

[@VARITHMS]

I like the exterior of this truck. I recently bought a ranger not 4wd. The 4cly and interior of the colorado in the same price range is lackluster to say the least. If I wanted to spend more money maybe the colorado would have been it. The ZR2 is pretty cool. If ford wants to compete they'll have to step up their game and not over price it because they put a raptor sticker on it. I wonder if the 4.3L would have been a better option for this at 285hp and 308ft/tq

[@photomasterstudios9495]

Honestly, keeping the internals the same is smart

[@Mixwell1983]

I like the previous years models of zr2.. Im a Ford guy but until they redesign the Ranger I gotta say I would pick a colorado any day. I wish ford would design it more squarish front end like a mini f150 in the front. I hate the way the front end looks on the Ranger. I had a rental GMC 2020 acadia for example and the front end looked like the gmc sierra which i thought looks really good. The ranger looks like the ugly 1999-2003ish gen f150s with the rounded front end. Thats my personal taste though.

[@drummerjmg]

Same here man, I'm a ford guy but I love the Colorado vs the ranger. The ZR2 is an amazing truck.

[@dannyflorez-renteria3519]

Ford should pay attention to how GMC designed their Canyons. Love how squarish that front is!

[@DRCrimeCircle]

great content bro TFL is gonna miss you

[@TruckKing]

Nice of you to say - they'll be fine and so will I

[@lastwhtknight3002]

Badass!

[@trevor108]

From what I've gathered... my understanding is that the reduced towing capacity for the Zr2 is a cooling issue, not a suspension issue.

[@jarrodpeters3098]

I heard that too

[@trueoregonian]

I think it's the frame+suspension on that model, unless they changed it , ZR2 are all short beds with softer shocks in the rear? Could have some cooling issues on the v6? I have not had any cooling issues in 60k miles I own 17 GMC Canyon with the 2.8 diesel. 4 door, long bed(6ft), rated towing @ 7,700. I do not see to many crew cabs with long bed

[@trevor108]

@@trueoregonian frame is exactly the same as the other Colorados. I trust the sources who have told me it's a transmission cooling consideration.

[@shiftmotorsports9803]

@@trevor108 Same transmission tows more in the other models though...skid plates keeping it hotter maybe?

[@trevor108]

@@shiftmotorsports9803 my understanding is the front end doesn't have the same airflow properties.

[@allteeth]

Would the addition of a 3.5" lift on this make the suspension less effective or worse? It seems pretty well designed and dialed in for it's current state. I'd hate to lift that only to find that I've compromised my trick suspension.

[@jarrodpeters3098]

Gm offers a lift and an extension for the shocks

[@Desert_Woodworker]

I am not sure what your affiliation is/ what with TFL but you guys are the best... I subscribed

[@TruckKing]

No more TFL, just Truck King.

[@mikemacklin6526]

Your dad is awesome

[@TruckKing]

Nice of you to say.

[@herbwheeler4470]

Wish there was a off road ripping setting lol. The rear suspensions on most trucks are too stiff and bounce too much. If was softened up a bit and squatted during landing instead of bouncing so much it would be easier to handle

[@terrencejones9817]

It's a great truck. But I think you are selling it a little short. It's a good rock crawling truck too. Add some metal guards for the rear shocks and no problem. The diesel is perfect for overland trails too. I live on Vancouver Island and we have thousands of KM on back logging roads. The diesel shines there. I've put around 5000km on a diesel Z71 Colorado . I really enjoyed driving it. I would have bought one if it could tow my trailer. Ended up with a trail boss instead.

[@kingstonsean]

The Vancouver Island logging roads I have been on, near Cowichan Lake, are incredibly pot-holed. Can you make use of the truck's high speed capabilities?

[@terrencejones9817]

@@kingstonsean Sure. Makes the potholes much easier!

[@kingstonsean]

Great high-speed capability, but not many places in Ontario where you can legally make use of that. Even the logging roads have too many curves and blind hills. Meet up with a logging truck, or a moose, at 60 km/hr on a blind curve and that will be the end of your ZedR2.

[@ryndanriley5348]

I love the zr2 but I always have to wonder if it would be better to get a side by side and a more traditional truck. Would I really push it like this offroad if it was my daily and I knew it was this expensive?

[@TruckKing]

Questions you do have to answer for yourself for sure.

[@steveske8575]

beautiful foliage

[@amm2472]

what app do you use for acceleration speed measurement

[@cedrickscott283]

STILL A BEAST FOR A MIDSIZE👍👍👍👍😎

[@gerardargao921]

The video presentation you made on this truck makes me want a Chevy ZR2...you are very persuasive. Luckily, I like reliable and a practical truck (not Chevy or Ford). To each it’s own.

[@jeremiahjohnson3018]

I can't imagine complaining about the reverse camera on my 2018, I've never had a rear camera before and I can put the ball under the trailer tongue first try every time.

[@jyharris]

Great video. I'm really enjoying the channel. Would love to see more Ford material as well.

[@PWlangford1]

I want to see the full size on that high speed trail. 🇨🇦

[@mts982]

Since 4WD you have to make some passes in, well, 4WD.

[@doublehh666]

I’d like to see a back to back comparison of the Colorado with v6 vs diesel. and Same trim. That’s intriguing.

[@TruckKing]

So would we - but we can only test what's available from the press fleets.

[@lexwaldez]

Ah, the gorgeous Chevy Colorado... looks like it's assembled in Shreveport? Does anyone have the data sheet that shows where the parts were manufactured? I know my Honda was 80% North American (mostly Ohio and some parts from Canada) with the 20% being the drive train from Japan. When I was shopping for a new auto I was shocked to find the "American" made cars were 80% or more China and Mexico. I wish they'd show the country of origin percentages. I'd buy one of these in a heartbeat if I still had any confidence in Chevy making something that didn't fall apart in five years. Maybe this'd make a good lease vehicle? Love the channel btw.

[@garymccartney7556]

what app are you using for your 0-60 times

[@zr2dad5]

i remember when there were no cameras.

[@dextermazuks8312]

Cant wait to see the TRD Pro go up against the ZR2

[@alyx2yonde301]

Toyotas competitions add more stuff, like turbo, lockers, suspensions, etc, but toyota dont care just make fancy colours and additional Usb port lol,

[@dextermazuks8312]

@@alyx2yonde301 Agreed they are dropping the ball. But cant argue against the reliability, resale value, and how well they do off road stock

[@biggsly5000]

If only Toyota made the Jeeps and ZR2.

[@dextermazuks8312]

@@biggsly5000 I would be happy if they would just have stock AT tires and power seats 🤣🤣🤣

[@the2wheeldon157]

I co sign that statement Masus 😏