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2020 Chevrolet Colorado

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2020 models.

Chevrolet Colorado
Pictured: 2024 Chevrolet Colorado Z71, front left, 09-28-2024. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles
Crew Cab L/Box 2WD, Crew Cab L/Box 4X4, Crew Cab S/Box 2WD, Crew Cab S/Box 4X4
Engines
2.8L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl
Transmission
automatic, 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive
Seats
2
Fuel
Diesel, Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
23 combined · 20 city / 30 hwy
Length
212.6–224.8 in
Curb weight
3,949–4,480 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
0 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available
  • No recalls so far

Watch out for

  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 22% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 4 similar 2020 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2020 Chevrolet Colorado is a small pickup truck offered with 3 engines (2.8L 4-cyl turbo, 2.5L 4-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 225 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 141-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,259 lb (Crew Cab L/Box 2WD).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 23 MPG combined (20 city / 30 highway), 6% better than the 2020 small pickup truck average of 21.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 88 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.

What changed for 2020

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2019 Colorado — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2019; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2019 Colorado →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–3.6L 6-cyl
Engine–2.5L 4-cyl
Transmissionautomatic · 8-speed automatic
DriveAWD/4WD
Seating2 seats · 2 rows

Trims

Z71LTWork TruckZR2

Safety & driver-assist features

Forward collision warningOptional
Lane keeping assistOptional
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard

Built in: Wentzville, Missouri

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2020 Colorado configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Crew Cab L/Box 2WD224.8 in74.4 in70.5 in140.6 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,259 lb57/43
Crew Cab L/Box 4X4224.8 in74.4 in70.5 in140.6 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,480 lb57/43
Crew Cab S/Box 2WD212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,041 lb57/43
Crew Cab S/Box 4X4212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,411 lb57/43
Extended Cab L/Box 2WD212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,949 lb57/43
Extended Cab L/Box 4X4212.6 in74.4 in70.5 in128.3 in62.2 / 62.2 in4,169 lb57/43

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Colorado 2WD Diesel2.8L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 30 / 23+6%$4,150435
Colorado 2WD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic 6-spdRear-Wheel Drive20 / 26 / 22+2%$3,050406
Colorado 4WD Diesel2.8L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive19 / 28 / 22+12%$4,350456
Colorado 4WD2.5L 4-cylAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive19 / 24 / 21+7%$3,200428
Colorado 2WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spdRear-Wheel Drive18 / 25 / 20-7%$3,350440
Colorado ZR2 4WD Diesel2.8L 4-cyl turboAutomatic 6-spd4-Wheel Drive18 / 22 / 19-4%$5,050525
Colorado 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive17 / 24 / 19-4%$3,550461
Colorado ZR2 4WD3.6L 6-cylAutomatic 8-spd4-Wheel Drive16 / 18 / 17-14%$3,950532
5/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $3,250Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
21.6 MPG2020 Small Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2020 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.2%
2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.4%
2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★4★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★21.9%
2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 2WD★★★★★★★★★★5★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★22%
StandardElectronic stability control
OptionalForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD
Frontal crash test — 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD
Side crash test — 2020 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2020 small pickup trucks

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2020 Chevrolet Colorado (this car)23 MPG★★★★★0
2020 Toyota Tundra15 MPG★★★★★4
2020 GMC Canyon23 MPG★★★★★0
2020 Nissan Titan18 MPG★★★★★5
2020 Ram 150026 MPG★★★★★14

Recalls (0)

No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado.

Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2020 Chevrolet Colorado is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

88Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
1Involved a crash
3Involved a fire
4Injuries reported
24,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Power Train32
Engine20
Unknown Or Other15
Service Brakes12
Steering10
Electrical System6
Exterior Lighting3
Seat Belts3
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/05: 224/07: 124/08: 224/09: 224/10: 324/11: 224/12: 325/01: 225/02: 125/03: 525/04: 125/05: 225/07: 125/09: 225/11: 125/12: 126/01: 426/03: 326/04: 226/05: 226/06: 126/08: 226/09: 326/10: 424/0524/0924/1225/0325/0725/1226/0426/08max 5

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2020 Chevrolet Colorado buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
  2. Power Train — 32 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  3. Engine — 20 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Service Brakes — 12 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 24,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Colorado years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2026 Colorado21213 inNot rated118
2025 Colorado20213 in★★★★★127
2024 Colorado22213 in★★★★★3125
2023 Colorado22213 in★★★★★3137
2022 Colorado23224.8 in★★★★★156
2021 Colorado23224.8 in★★★★★180
2019 Colorado23224.8 in★★★★★0150
2018 Colorado25224.8 in★★★★★1183
2017 Colorado25224.8 in★★★★★1216
2016 Colorado25224.8 in★★★★★4714
2015 Colorado22224.8 in★★★★★7493
2012 Colorado21207.1 inNot rated228

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Chevrolet. How we calculate this →