@@n0xxm3rcyxx I'd do short leases, not own my cars 8+ years at a time if I was chasing that new car smell. I drove every new midsize truck that is supposed to compete with the Colorado ZR2 before buying it. Coming from 16 years of BMWs, I had no loyalty or bias to any of the truck manufacturers. ZR2 destroys everything until that Bison price range, where I could make an argument that the Ranger Raptor is best bang for the buck.
Love how the zr2 line up is evolving. Not over the top, just right for everyday use. This should be your next truck. I’m sure they will take care of you.
My local Chevy dealer has 2 2024 ZR2’s in stock. One has a sticker of 52,000 and a sale price of 47,500. Sure there is more bargaining room on that, which makes the ZR2 a tremendous value for the capability.
@@robertedwards3822 Good to head, where are you located? Any chance you could send me proof at all as a bargaining item. I'm going to be buying a 2024 ZR2 in next 4 months and see some already $6k mark downs, but all around me within an hour only one is marked down $2k. I told dealer here is where they are going currently and now 2025s will be hitting lots in December. They have to move them..
I looked at the Ranger Raptor, Tacoma Pro, and ZR2 Colorado in 2023. I liked the ZR2 better than the other two, and at that time it was 10 grand LESS than the others. No contest. I love this truck. Not one regret.
@Jason-Samko I deciephed your reply. A Toyota is still a better value than any Chevy...and will definitely last longer and more reliable... don't believe me? Look it up..
@@bradrook3919 Newer 4th Gen Toyota's will be junk........yes still way better in value and less prone to issues compare to any Domestic rides out there....however these newer Taco's are still Junk's compare to the previous ones!!! They are rotting on lot's and way over priced!
I'm loving my Colorado ZR2. My ONLY gripes right now are: 1. No light control knob. Just dumb. 2. Steering wheel radio channel select button should allow for changing stations up/down... not just scrolling favorites
Almost 4k on our 24 Colorado Bison. 3rd oil change this weekend. Yes,I’m a little over the top when it comes to maintenance. My wife and I are just shy of 50 years old and I’ve had lots of trucks and orv’s. Got a 3/4 ton for big hauling. The Bison comes with 35s stock and rides like a Cadillac on and off road. What branch? What curb? This thing floats over obstacles that Wranglers and Tacos lie about hands down!! Dunes are awesome! Spent lots of years modifying vehicle suspensions to operate like this one does stock. Getting used to having a turbo vehicle but it is different than a naturally aspirated v8 or diesel. Pay no attention to the tow numbers on mid sized trucks. Even a mild half ton truck will haul way better. I didn’t buy this thing to haul for sure. However, to you SxS owners out there. I have ac, cooled seats,heat,quiet enough to whisper to my wife,we’re dry and, the Bose stereo sounds nice! It won’t catch a SxS on the trails but close enough to haul your Maverick out of the trails when you blow another belt. And I’ll throw your broken parts in the bed. Taco guys, get over yourself.
Good looking pickup. Not really a GM fan but the Colorado looks really good. Back seat was designed for people who are under six feet tall. It’s almost a safety concern with how cramped the back seat is. God forbid something bad happens and a person will have to be pried out of there with a can opener. Other than that, the 17 MPG combined for a 4 banger turbo doesn’t make sense. The reason we’ve been told that manufacturers are going to the smaller block engines with turbo power is for higher output coupled with better fuel efficiency. Looks like they only got one part of the equation right. HP and torque are better but the MPG is the same as a naturally aspirated V8 if not worse. And then they’re pricing these at $53K MSRP for a mid sized pick up. LOL!
I bet the sales staff -- including the Sales Manager -- standing around watching this are in absolute awe as Jason schools them on how to SELL! ;-) -- BR
These guys were really cool at this dealership and many asked for me to send them the video. I did. Got 2 text back saying how they learned new stuff watching it
That ZR2 is exactly the same as mine. Same color and options. Right now Chevy dealers around the country are offering between $6,000 and $8000 incentives on that vehicle. That makes it approx a $45,000 vehicle. There’s some haters on here probably Toyota fans. But I got to tell you I’ve owned two Tacoma’s and my 2024 ZR2 absolutely blows the Tacoma away. It’s the best midsize truck I’ve owned hands-down. The infotainment system and the technology in this car makes Toyota look like they are still in the Stone Age. And as a final statement, no recalls for this engine which has six years of rock, solid performance behind it (base engine on (Silverado’s base motor since 2018). With Toyota’s current disastrous rollout of the 2024 Tacoma with MANY quality problems and their cheapening of their product I guess you can pay $10,000 more for a less capable Toyota Tacoma TD Pro if you want to be part of the cult but Chevy has passed up Toyota big time.
I love toyotas. I had 2 trd sports. And I've had the acion xB of theirs, and 2 rav4s. I have to agree with you! The quility has dropped in the new trucks with toyota. Lots of issues to work out. I almost test drove a colorado. I didn't. I picked a nissan frontier pro4x. Even that has better drive quility than my tacomas had. I tested the new tacoma and the pro4x was better to drive than the new tacoma. I do love these zr2 and trail bosses. Beautiful trucks! Tons of options ❤
I purchased the Colorado ZR2 over the Ranger Raptor based on price. I got a loaded 2024 ZR2 with a few additional options like tunnel cover, sidesteps, ZR2 mud flaps, and custom seat covers with the ZR2 logo, all for less than the price of a Ranger Raptor.
If you need a truck with a 6ft bed. You don’t need anything a ZR2 or a Trailboss is built for. Its not a fair shake to say that. There is olenty of other trucks with a 6 ft bed made for the use of a 6ft bed. They are not Competing with the Trailboss, ZR2, or AT4X. Most people who need a 6ft bed have other options. If you don’t need a 6ft, and 5ft will do you have even more options. The prices also reflect that.
Love that color on the ZR2 and really like the stance on it, sharp looking truck. Jason, you have found your next truck when it's time to retire the Gladiator. 😅 I'm still loving my 24 Frontier Pro 4X 😊
Hey Jason I’m in the market for a new truck but I’m still a little unsure about what to get. I’m looking for a truck that will last me 10 years and from my research and your videos it seems like the frontier is the best one to get me there while maintaining its off road capabilities and competitive price. I was wondering if there was a way to contact you to pick your brain a little more on this as it would be super helpful. Thank you for all the great videos you put out, always looking forward to each one.
You mean the 53k frontier pro4x that's equivalent to the colorado trailboss? Don't get me wrong, frontier is great truck. But it sure isn't a zr2 if you offroad
@@Jason-Samko Two things that separate the ZR2 from the Frontier. Front locker and the 4cyl motor. I owned the previous generation ZR2 loved it, spent a lot of time with it in Colorado and new Mexico on the jeep trails, never once used the front locker, rear locker used almost 60% of the time. The 4cyl motor in the new ZR2 not impressed, get rid of it after the warranty expires. A one legged man has to work twice as hard at an ass kicking contest compared to a two legged man. Fewer cylinders working harder to do the same work as a the v6. Had GM kept the v6 or even gone to a larger displacement v6 or even an inline 6, Id still have a ZR2 today. Love looks of new Zed but I would definitely buy a Frontier before buying the current version of the ZR2. Here in Texas the ZR2 just isn't selling. I'm pretty sure a Pro4x could hang with ZR2 with just the rear locker.
@Deezalmech use whatever you have to to justify it any way you want. I just bought a zr2 2 days ago. I did not buy the frontier. There are reasons for that matter to me. You find what matters to you
Just bought one yesterday after tina saw this one. She was with me when I made this video. Asked to check this truck out. Loved it. Wanted a different color. I hunted it down, made the deal and we drove it home yesterday
Jason, beautiful truck….but, in my opinion it will not hold up to the abuse you would put it through. But if you got one it would be interesting to see. I’d stay with the Gladdy!
Well, then again, the Toyotas aren’t going more than 2000 miles before their transmissions give out and the myriad of other problems they have. I’ll take the Chevy.
This is the truck for me, ZR2 in Radiant Red TintCoat, it don’t get no better than that for the money, I like the ZR2 Bison but it is just too much money.
These trucks have great platforms but they're riddled with issues unfortunately. Purchased a 2024 trailboss and have had nothing but issues. Really love the platform but GM/Chevy need to do a better job in that department. Some of the issues i have experienced: Roof dented in from automatic carwash (the roof is like a tin can and caves in from the air dryers lol) this was fixed and recalled via dealer Turn the truck off and... it stays on. all electronics run for 5-10 minutes AFTER the vehicle is shut off due to software updates. Only way to prevent this is literally disconnecting the battery - i've had a dead battery TWICE from this software issue. Reverse camera issues (pop the truck into reverse and the screen goes black). Transmission shifts from 1st to 2nd can be super rough when its cold. Shifts to second, RPM rockets up but you lose power temporarily then it'll engage and rock the truck. (Chev says this is "normal"). Of course every vehicle brand out there has issues, but the owner forums are full of people experiencing similar issues. For those interested in purchasing I would advise to add that extended warranty or sell the truck before you lose the factory coverage.
there isn't one. You have to step up to the AT4X which is a tarted up ZR2 Bison. The Denali is just a gaudy version of the Z71. I wish the AT4 had a ZR2 non-bison package option with the front and rear locker. They've deliberately laddered their models between the two versions. Want more features than a Trail Boss? your step up is the ATX, because the Z71 doesn't have the lift from the Trail Boss but the AT4 does. If you want more off road capable truck you slide to the ZR2, get the lockers and upgraded suspensions.
Going to be trading my. Jeep Gladiator in , so far the GMC canyon AT4 is what I’m looking forward to getting. But also Trail Boss as an option. I love the ZR2 but my problem is it is too high for my Garage ☹️ but hey keeping my options open.
Be aware of the 2023 and 2024 Canyon and Colorado without the sunroof. Going through an automatic carwash it will dent the roof going through the dryer section. GM put out a service bulletin
@@Jason-Samko Will you be showing it on your channel? I'm looking everywhere for modification ideas (mostly small mods like screen protectors, and side steps).
@@Jason-Samko Awesome! My wife and your wife must be separated twins cause she said the same thing lol. We picked out a black ZR2 and negotiated a decent deal (~$6K off MSRP). Are you getting the Chevy side steps or an aftermarket version?
@jjparks667 very nice! Love the black too! We are getting aftermarket side steps and not very expensive ones as once I take it over in 18-24 months the steps are coming off and factory rails going back on
Yes, you do, and few of the reviewers mentioned that the stock on the left side of the steering wheel controls, flashing the brights or flicking them on manually.
@@brandonedwards9812 I’m all in on a diesel also….at least they could give a few options. I’d always pick a v6 or v8 over anything…I don’t care if it has less HP or Trq…the 4.3 would be awesome in this truck or even the 5.3 v8….
@Getusom consider the hp and torque in This is more than a v8 from 10 years ago. And all the v8s of the past before that. People forget v8s had rimes of pushing as little as 175 hp to 310 hp for decades. This truck is pusing 310 hp with farrrrrr more torque than those trucks with v8s of the past.
As early as 2026, all new vehicles will be mandated to have "advanced DUI detection" tech. GM has already been successfully sued for selling telemetry data to insurance companies. California passed a law requiring passive speed limiters starting in 2029 with 100% compliance by 2032. Anyways... I almost bought the ZR2. A lot to love. But from a tech perspective, it's essentially a "sealed" truck. You can't modify it at all. The government will be able to shut down your truck
@@robertedwards3822 The point is that you never truly own your 2024 ZR2 (see GM lawsuit) and even if it can't be retrofitted to fit whatever bs is coming down the pike--I think it can, certainly the passive speed limiters... it's a tech forward truck--you'll be hoping the ZR2 stays reliable. Cuz if it doesn't... in 5 years, there's a distinct possibility that the trucks of the near future will shut down if you recently used hand santizer or beep at you for going 10 mph over. These are regulations that have already passed and awaiting implementation, not conspiracies. All I know is that my 24 4Runner will go that distance. And it's way too ancient to retrofit future safety mandates. Just a choice I made. I know it's not anywhere close to as fun, zippy or spirited as your ZR2. Though prolly just as good off road
Jason, the reason I and probably a lot of folks dislike the headlight integrated in the screen is the inability to control a “critical” function in the event of the screen becoming inoperable. One reason I purchased a Frontier over the Canyon…if my screen dies, I still have ac and light controls. Love the truck, just one of those guys that aren’t ready for every single thing to be dependent on a centralized infotainment system.
@Jason-Samko 20:26 GVWR is 6250 lbs making it a Class 2A Vehicle(6001-8500 lbs). This makes it a half ton, the same as the 1500s, F150, Ridgeline, Ranger Raptor, Gladiator Rubicon, etc.
@@robertedwards3822 Calm down. What I'm saying is that all midsize trucks are really worth maybe $30K, so at this price we should be getting some incredible technology and lots of power, however that will never happen.
When I bought mine, the dealer actually said this: "Thats a functional hood scoop." Knowing it wasn't, I called him on it, asking "How, exactly do you consider that 'functional'? He says, "It's designed to not reflect the suns rays into the drivers eyes. Thats it's function" The meaning of "functional hood scoop" has changed alot over the years. 😂😅😅😂
Takes notes Toyota !!!! This is what we loyal Toyota owners wanted in the Tacoma!!!! But you failed us !! And GM now builds a more reliable and much more refined mid sized truck more power more technology for less money
I’ll stick with my non turbo V6 ‘22 Frontier king cab 4x4 with a 6ft bed. No frills, just pure four wheel drive reliability and dependability. Not a poser, overpriced mall crawler you can’t haul anything in the tiny bed. Btw, don’t take a new Colorado thru a car wash air blower unless you want your roof caved in. Yes, they’re built that cheap.
Trail Boss doesn't even have fog lights....No thanks. For what that truck costs and it doesn't come stock with fog lights(?!!) Ridiculous. An off-road oriented truck with no fog lights. Again, RIDICULOUS.
The way things are going in the world as of today may not have to be wanting a new truck. I need new brakes, shocks, sway bar links. The stealership wants 7K total to replace all they listed. I just LOL’d. Sway bar links 565 wut???? I can do that myself for under a hundred. Shocks 1700???? are they insane?
No creo que estan buenos ya que tienen recall desde que salieron tanto asi que los del año 23 entre oct -dic fueron vendidos en yr 24 y los del año 24 no se fabricaron hasta seguir saliendo de los 23 por si se dan de cuenta los 23y 24 son los mismos nada cambio pero debieron aver cambiado ya que cada año les retocan en apariencia o algo y no lo hicieron para poder salir de ellos pero los 24 yr tengo entendido que también tienen recall en mi area hoy de los 7 colorados se fueron creo que los regresaron para corregir ya tenian en el diler 2 months sin vender
Inherited one of these from my late father. He drove it very lightly. I have driven it very lightly as well. Last year I noticed transmission fluid on the ground. Truck had 70K on it, ended up the torque converter weld failed. A very expensive repair for a truck that has been driven very lightly. Hood scoops, fancy shocks, big tires are not what makes a truck a truck. Sorry, Not impressed.
Had a 2023 Colorado ZR2. Biggest piece of shit LEMON. Turbo went at 3000km’s. Then one of the DSSV shocks went at 5000km’s. Then transmission kept blowing at 12k km’s. Had to get the truck towed 4 times. Turns out the main wiring harness had bare wires throughout. Thanks for an expensive piece of crap Chevy.
Toyota has engine blowing up and transmissions failing as well as other issue with the new tacoma and tundras. Going to take them a few years to work out the issues to have a reliable tacoma again. I definitely wouldn't buy toyota right now.
@@jmanultra Do you know anybody with a broken Japanese truck? Its a serious question? I have never personally ever seen one or met a person with one. Versus, broken American junk on the side of the road that everyone can provide a story of..
No tie downs…fail! If no low tie downs is a fail in your book then TURBO engine in a midsize pick up truck must be quadruple fail, which actually is. YOUR REVIEWS OF THESE TRUCKS ARE VERY BIAS AND YOU SOUND LIKE A SALE PERSON INSTEAD OF A REVIEWER. AND YOU ARE DOING IT NOW IN ALMOST EVERY ONE OF YOUR VIDEOS. LOSING FOCUS….FAIL.
He's not a car salesman. Also I prefer no vents in the back as my back seat is for storage or my dog which are both rare occurrences in my truck. I'd rather have all of the air up front with me since 90% of the time I'm the only one in the truck.
@ of course he’s a Car salesman.. they all are , “ listing specs “ .. that the whole point of all these guys , what did you think their doing “.., “ ( I retract the no rear air vents , must be certain models- Rear air vents Good - not bad “ )..
2000 miles in on my 24' Colorado ZR2, and couldn't be happier.
@@jaredmeche6325 outstanding
well yeah, its brand new.
@@n0xxm3rcyxx I'd do short leases, not own my cars 8+ years at a time if I was chasing that new car smell. I drove every new midsize truck that is supposed to compete with the Colorado ZR2 before buying it. Coming from 16 years of BMWs, I had no loyalty or bias to any of the truck manufacturers. ZR2 destroys everything until that Bison price range, where I could make an argument that the Ranger Raptor is best bang for the buck.
😅 my Toyota Tacoma has 254,000 miles on it...only been serviced...let me know how happy you are with your Chevy after you get there
@bradrook3919 😂😂what makes you assume he want to keep any truck 250k miles.
Love how the zr2 line up is evolving. Not over the top, just right for everyday use. This should be your next truck. I’m sure they will take care of you.
Just bought one yesterday. And not getting rid of my gladiator though
@ that’s awesome congrats! Can’t wait to see the vehicle.
My local Chevy dealer has 2 2024 ZR2’s in stock. One has a sticker of 52,000 and a sale price of 47,500. Sure there is more bargaining room on that, which makes the ZR2 a tremendous value for the capability.
Agree 100
I bought mine and got 6000 off. And that was two months ago.
@@robertedwards3822 Good to head, where are you located? Any chance you could send me proof at all as a bargaining item. I'm going to be buying a 2024 ZR2 in next 4 months and see some already $6k mark downs, but all around me within an hour only one is marked down $2k. I told dealer here is where they are going currently and now 2025s will be hitting lots in December. They have to move them..
Just hit 18,000 miles on my 2023 Zr2 and I love it? Lots of off road miles and it has done everything I’ve asked it to do with no problems
@@jp4942 outstanding. Just bought one myself yesterday. It's actually my wife's. But excited to put it thru it's paces
pICKED MY 24 ZR2 UP 3 WEKS AGO HAD 3 TACOMAS ,MY FIRST CHEVY I ABSOLULEY LOVE IT WHAT A MACHINE
Congratulations on a great truck
I looked at the Ranger Raptor, Tacoma Pro, and ZR2 Colorado in 2023. I liked the ZR2 better than the other two, and at that time it was 10 grand LESS than the others. No contest.
I love this truck. Not one regret.
@MrHand-ih4sz amazing truck especially for the money!
254,000 miles on my Toyota Tacoma. Only been serviced...paid off 4 years ago..still going strong...
Try thst with a new tacoma. Not trucks today are made like that anymore. Just the way it is.
@Jason-Samko I deciephed your reply. A Toyota is still a better value than any Chevy...and will definitely last longer and more reliable... don't believe me? Look it up..
@@bradrook3919 lol nobody believers you. New tAcOs suck.
@@bradrook3919 we all know what opinions are like
@@bradrook3919 Newer 4th Gen Toyota's will be junk........yes still way better in value and less prone to issues compare to any Domestic rides out there....however these newer Taco's are still Junk's compare to the previous ones!!! They are rotting on lot's and way over priced!
3000 miles on mine. 24’ ZR2. So far so good. Love it. Great video.
what is real mpg highway? city? combined?
@ 19.8 mpg
Just brought a zr2 for tina yesterday
@@TADD29i put bf Goodrich ko2 brand size 285/75r18 tires (34.1" tall) on my 2024 zr2. It will drop that mpg down to around 16 to 17 mpg.
@ I bet.
I'm loving my Colorado ZR2. My ONLY gripes right now are: 1. No light control knob. Just dumb. 2. Steering wheel radio channel select button should allow for changing stations up/down... not just scrolling favorites
Glad you are loving yours too
Almost 4k on our 24 Colorado Bison. 3rd oil change this weekend. Yes,I’m a little over the top when it comes to maintenance. My wife and I are just shy of 50 years old and I’ve had lots of trucks and orv’s. Got a 3/4 ton for big hauling. The Bison comes with 35s stock and rides like a Cadillac on and off road. What branch? What curb? This thing floats over obstacles that Wranglers and Tacos lie about hands down!! Dunes are awesome! Spent lots of years modifying vehicle suspensions to operate like this one does stock. Getting used to having a turbo vehicle but it is different than a naturally aspirated v8 or diesel. Pay no attention to the tow numbers on mid sized trucks. Even a mild half ton truck will haul way better. I didn’t buy this thing to haul for sure. However, to you SxS owners out there. I have ac, cooled seats,heat,quiet enough to whisper to my wife,we’re dry and, the Bose stereo sounds nice! It won’t catch a SxS on the trails but close enough to haul your Maverick out of the trails when you blow another belt. And I’ll throw your broken parts in the bed. Taco guys, get over yourself.
Congratulations on such an amazing truck. The bison is a beast!
Good looking pickup. Not really a GM fan but the Colorado looks really good. Back seat was designed for people who are under six feet tall. It’s almost a safety concern with how cramped the back seat is. God forbid something bad happens and a person will have to be pried out of there with a can opener. Other than that, the 17 MPG combined for a 4 banger turbo doesn’t make sense. The reason we’ve been told that manufacturers are going to the smaller block engines with turbo power is for higher output coupled with better fuel efficiency. Looks like they only got one part of the equation right. HP and torque are better but the MPG is the same as a naturally aspirated V8 if not worse. And then they’re pricing these at $53K MSRP for a mid sized pick up. LOL!
Nailed it🇦🇺👊
That is sweet . I can understand why your wife fell for it as soon as she seen it. I really like the color she chose
I bet the sales staff -- including the Sales Manager -- standing around watching this are in absolute awe as Jason schools them on how to SELL! ;-)
-- BR
These guys were really cool at this dealership and many asked for me to send them the video. I did. Got 2 text back saying how they learned new stuff watching it
That bottom plate is to guard the catalytic converters? 🤔
To protect engine, transfer case, evap canisters etc
That ZR2 is exactly the same as mine. Same color and options. Right now Chevy dealers around the country are offering between $6,000 and $8000 incentives on that vehicle. That makes it approx a $45,000 vehicle.
There’s some haters on here probably Toyota fans. But I got to tell you I’ve owned two Tacoma’s and my 2024 ZR2 absolutely blows the Tacoma away. It’s the best midsize truck I’ve owned hands-down. The infotainment system and the technology in this car makes Toyota look like they are still in the Stone Age. And as a final statement, no recalls for this engine which has six years of rock, solid performance behind it (base engine on (Silverado’s base motor since 2018). With Toyota’s current disastrous rollout of the 2024 Tacoma with MANY quality problems and their cheapening of their product I guess you can pay $10,000 more for a less capable Toyota Tacoma TD Pro if you want to be part of the cult but Chevy has passed up Toyota big time.
I love toyotas. I had 2 trd sports. And I've had the acion xB of theirs, and 2 rav4s. I have to agree with you! The quility has dropped in the new trucks with toyota. Lots of issues to work out. I almost test drove a colorado. I didn't. I picked a nissan frontier pro4x. Even that has better drive quility than my tacomas had. I tested the new tacoma and the pro4x was better to drive than the new tacoma. I do love these zr2 and trail bosses. Beautiful trucks! Tons of options ❤
@robertedwards3822 so much bang for the buck with chevy. Equates to smiles per mile. Money well spent
@@MsAce0424 how much u get ur pro4x for, they want 57 by me....
Great video!!
I'm ordering mine in January. Same color and the light bar in the back.
Very nice
I would go for that Trail Boss.
Love the trailboss
I do believe that this will look great on long bed crew cab.
I purchased the Colorado ZR2 over the Ranger Raptor based on price. I got a loaded 2024 ZR2 with a few additional options like tunnel cover, sidesteps, ZR2 mud flaps, and custom seat covers with the ZR2 logo, all for less than the price of a Ranger Raptor.
@@dwightengle8802 congratulations on an amazing truck
The Trail Boss might be better but for your money but if have to go with the ZR2. That's one fine looking truck. Love that red color.
Agree. Both are amazing. The zr2 has what I need for the swamps
It needs an extended cab with a 6ft bed. That's why a lot of us are looking at the frontier .
If you need a truck with a 6ft bed. You don’t need anything a ZR2 or a Trailboss is built for. Its not a fair shake to say that. There is olenty of other trucks with a 6 ft bed made for the use of a 6ft bed. They are not Competing with the Trailboss, ZR2, or AT4X. Most people who need a 6ft bed have other options. If you don’t need a 6ft, and 5ft will do you have even more options. The prices also reflect that.
@@DrSinissteryou are correct.. not sure why people think it needs a 6 ft bed
Because a lot of people put atv's in the bed and want the tailgate closed. Thats why i am waiting for the extended cab 6 ft box.@mabelpup8502
But then you have to a frontier 🤣🤣🤣no thanks
Nice Video and nice truck! does the infotainment system have Apple play?
yes I think so. we do use it. But pretty sure its there on the screen
You do a great job with your reviews! Thank you!!
@@ericolson5782 thank you
I reviewed and researched the Trail Boss, The Z71, and the ZR2. Money wasn't an issue, but I just preferred the Z71.
@@BoatClubCaretaker z71 is a great truck
Love that color on the ZR2 and really like the stance on it, sharp looking truck. Jason, you have found your next truck when it's time to retire the Gladiator. 😅 I'm still loving my 24 Frontier Pro 4X 😊
Bought a zr2 yesterday. But not giving up my gladiator. Long story. Vids coming soon
i have the same color zr2 going on a year in dec.24 no problems love this truck we alway get compliments on how nice this truck is
@toddlively6044 the color and the teuck sure is awesome
Nice looking and I’m sure very capable truck. Look forward to the comparison video. Thanks for sharing!
Will be published soon
Colorado was my first truck said I would never buy one again but now I'm thinking otherwise
@@PushinDaCushion we love ours
Hey Jason I’m in the market for a new truck but I’m still a little unsure about what to get. I’m looking for a truck that will last me 10 years and from my research and your videos it seems like the frontier is the best one to get me there while maintaining its off road capabilities and competitive price. I was wondering if there was a way to contact you to pick your brain a little more on this as it would be super helpful. Thank you for all the great videos you put out, always looking forward to each one.
You can email me thru my website tbwpodcast.com. yes the frontier is a great option
Do the rear seats fold flat on this? I know the new Ranger does but they screwed up and it’s not 60/40 split.
No rear seats do not drop
55 thousand dollars for a god damm 4 cylinder. No thank you. Buying a Nissan Frontier
You mean the 53k frontier pro4x that's equivalent to the colorado trailboss? Don't get me wrong, frontier is great truck. But it sure isn't a zr2 if you offroad
Or buy whatever you want to.
@@Jason-Samko Two things that separate the ZR2 from the Frontier. Front locker and the 4cyl motor. I owned the previous generation ZR2 loved it, spent a lot of time with it in Colorado and new Mexico on the jeep trails, never once used the front locker, rear locker used almost 60% of the time. The 4cyl motor in the new ZR2 not impressed, get rid of it after the warranty expires. A one legged man has to work twice as hard at an ass kicking contest compared to a two legged man. Fewer cylinders working harder to do the same work as a the v6. Had GM kept the v6 or even gone to a larger displacement v6 or even an inline 6, Id still have a ZR2 today. Love looks of new Zed but I would definitely buy a Frontier before buying the current version of the ZR2. Here in Texas the ZR2 just isn't selling. I'm pretty sure a Pro4x could hang with ZR2 with just the rear locker.
@Deezalmech use whatever you have to to justify it any way you want. I just bought a zr2 2 days ago. I did not buy the frontier. There are reasons for that matter to me. You find what matters to you
Not trying to justify anything, I don’t have buyers remorse.
Excellent review & bad ass truck! I will own a Zr2 soon!
Just bought one yesterday after tina saw this one. She was with me when I made this video. Asked to check this truck out. Loved it. Wanted a different color. I hunted it down, made the deal and we drove it home yesterday
@@Jason-Samko good for you brother & what a nice truck!
😍Beautiful truck pure American beauty and 💪
Mine has been sitting at the dealer for two weeks, there are no spare parts to replace any that breaks 😢
Same story right now with all brands. But chevy is much better than most at getting parts fast
@ the problem is that a truck this new should not need the parts this thing needs…🤬🤬
Jason, beautiful truck….but, in my opinion it will not hold up to the abuse you would put it through. But if you got one it would be interesting to see. I’d stay with the Gladdy!
Bought tina a zr2 yesterday. But I do agree if I ever take it over i will have to tone down the abuse a bit with it. But it sure is a wicked truck!!
Well, then again, the Toyotas aren’t going more than 2000 miles before their transmissions give out and the myriad of other problems they have. I’ll take the Chevy.
@@Jason-Samko Congratulations! Great for the channel!
This is the truck for me, ZR2 in Radiant Red TintCoat, it don’t get no better than that for the money, I like the ZR2 Bison but it is just too much money.
Agree zr2 has it all and does it well
These trucks have great platforms but they're riddled with issues unfortunately. Purchased a 2024 trailboss and have had nothing but issues. Really love the platform but GM/Chevy need to do a better job in that department.
Some of the issues i have experienced:
Roof dented in from automatic carwash (the roof is like a tin can and caves in from the air dryers lol) this was fixed and recalled via dealer
Turn the truck off and... it stays on. all electronics run for 5-10 minutes AFTER the vehicle is shut off due to software updates. Only way to prevent this is literally disconnecting the battery - i've had a dead battery TWICE from this software issue.
Reverse camera issues (pop the truck into reverse and the screen goes black).
Transmission shifts from 1st to 2nd can be super rough when its cold. Shifts to second, RPM rockets up but you lose power temporarily then it'll engage and rock the truck. (Chev says this is "normal").
Of course every vehicle brand out there has issues, but the owner forums are full of people experiencing similar issues.
For those interested in purchasing I would advise to add that extended warranty or sell the truck before you lose the factory coverage.
That last paragraph goes for any new teuck made today.
How about a ZR2 vs Ranger Raptor since they are about the same price?
ZR2 can be had much cheaper however the Ranger Raptor > ZR2
@@TheeAaron Does the Ranger Raptor have a front locker?
Yes @@JPE_DRAEB
@@TheeAaronUnless you're drag racing your truck (and who realistically does THAT?) the ZR2 is a better truck.
You're delusional @@MrHand-ih4sz
How reliable is that power train ?
proven pretty dang solid over the last 5 years
Another awesome truck, got me thinking about going over and take a ride. Thanks for sharing 🤘
@@jayfleegle9455 glad you enjoyed it
Does it have a heated steering wheel?
Yes
How much is the GMC version of this and what is the differences?
there isn't one. You have to step up to the AT4X which is a tarted up ZR2 Bison. The Denali is just a gaudy version of the Z71. I wish the AT4 had a ZR2 non-bison package option with the front and rear locker.
They've deliberately laddered their models between the two versions. Want more features than a Trail Boss? your step up is the ATX, because the Z71 doesn't have the lift from the Trail Boss but the AT4 does. If you want more off road capable truck you slide to the ZR2, get the lockers and upgraded suspensions.
@@dangerfield85 What is the cost differences?
@@dangerfield85that's not true. AT4 compared to Z71. AT4X compares to the ZR2. AT4X AEV compared to ZR2 Bison.
Dude, google it
AT4X is about 10 grand more
I think the only difference may be iff infotainment is lost,would you lose lights or not?
No you will not. If you leave the lights on "Auto", they'll still be functional.
Darren nailed it
My F150 had rear vents
I like this truck
Going to be trading my. Jeep Gladiator in , so far the GMC canyon AT4 is what I’m looking forward to getting. But also Trail Boss as an option. I love the ZR2 but my problem is it is too high for my Garage ☹️ but hey keeping my options open.
@@4luvofmovies485 everything you mentioned is a great truck
Be aware of the 2023 and 2024 Canyon and Colorado without the sunroof. Going through an automatic carwash it will dent the roof going through the dryer section. GM put out a service bulletin
@@rodneyramsay7672 very true
Great video! I'm picking up my 2024 ZR2 today!
Congratulations. Just bought my wife one yesterday
@@Jason-Samko Will you be showing it on your channel? I'm looking everywhere for modification ideas (mostly small mods like screen protectors, and side steps).
@jjparks667 yes. And just ordered side steps (tina said to hard to get into it with skirts and heals). And have a tonneau and bed mat coming
@@Jason-Samko Awesome! My wife and your wife must be separated twins cause she said the same thing lol. We picked out a black ZR2 and negotiated a decent deal (~$6K off MSRP). Are you getting the Chevy side steps or an aftermarket version?
@jjparks667 very nice! Love the black too! We are getting aftermarket side steps and not very expensive ones as once I take it over in 18-24 months the steps are coming off and factory rails going back on
Do u still have headlights if the info system breaks
Yes if you leave them in auto mode. Witch everyone should do anyway
Yes, you do, and few of the reviewers mentioned that the stock on the left side of the steering wheel controls, flashing the brights or flicking them on manually.
I want one but can't afford one. 🤷
Let's see a Sand Dune one!
I got a 24 sand dune! Awesome truck! Best truck out their for midsized my opinion.
@@gregjoubert5118 one in my driveway right now
Too bad I ain't ready to buy. Is definitely have to make a road trip and get that truck.
Sure is an amazing truck
i have a 2003 Zr2, part of me wants this so bad but i dont want the payment lmao one day :-)
Love Pooler
Great place! Busy
The goat🐐
Goat? How ignorant
@atg1338 Obviously, you don't know what it means, I could say you're completely ignorant clown.
Imagine a turbo v6 in this truck…or a small v8….😍😍😍
@Getusom Or a 4 that makes more power and torque than those. Get a compound turbo diesel and make some real power.
@@brandonedwards9812 I’m all in on a diesel also….at least they could give a few options. I’d always pick a v6 or v8 over anything…I don’t care if it has less HP or Trq…the 4.3 would be awesome in this truck or even the 5.3 v8….
Imagine people getting over it has a 4 banger...
@@atg1338 I don’t have to get over it having a 4 banger, I just buy something with a v8..
@Getusom consider the hp and torque in This is more than a v8 from 10 years ago. And all the v8s of the past before that. People forget v8s had rimes of pushing as little as 175 hp to 310 hp for decades. This truck is pusing 310 hp with farrrrrr more torque than those trucks with v8s of the past.
Did you buy one!!??? We wanna see it!! Sand dune too, huh!!??
@@KevinEdge81 my wife did! It's hers. Videos coming soon
@ good for her!!! Super jealous. Traded the 4Runner?
👍🇺🇸🗽🇺🇸👍 awesome
Like allways that Vermonter
As early as 2026, all new vehicles will be mandated to have "advanced DUI detection" tech. GM has already been successfully sued for selling telemetry data to insurance companies. California passed a law requiring passive speed limiters starting in 2029 with 100% compliance by 2032. Anyways... I almost bought the ZR2. A lot to love. But from a tech perspective, it's essentially a "sealed" truck. You can't modify it at all. The government will be able to shut down your truck
And your point is? This is 2024 bud.
This should be brought to the top. More people need to understand the trouble they're getting everyone in
@@robertedwards3822 The point is that you never truly own your 2024 ZR2 (see GM lawsuit) and even if it can't be retrofitted to fit whatever bs is coming down the pike--I think it can, certainly the passive speed limiters... it's a tech forward truck--you'll be hoping the ZR2 stays reliable. Cuz if it doesn't... in 5 years, there's a distinct possibility that the trucks of the near future will shut down if you recently used hand santizer or beep at you for going 10 mph over. These are regulations that have already passed and awaiting implementation, not conspiracies.
All I know is that my 24 4Runner will go that distance. And it's way too ancient to retrofit future safety mandates.
Just a choice I made. I know it's not anywhere close to as fun, zippy or spirited as your ZR2. Though prolly just as good off road
Jason, the reason I and probably a lot of folks dislike the headlight integrated in the screen is the inability to control a “critical” function in the event of the screen becoming inoperable. One reason I purchased a Frontier over the Canyon…if my screen dies, I still have ac and light controls. Love the truck, just one of those guys that aren’t ready for every single thing to be dependent on a centralized infotainment system.
Still have ac controls and if your headlights are in auto mode like everyone's would be and the screen goes out it doesn't matter lights still work
@ I’m just a 35 year old “grumpy old man” on this one lol. Just give me a damn button and switch haha.
Btw congrats on your wife’s ZR2!
The only problem is if the driver is 6‘2“ and you got a couple of six footers you gotta put in the backseat. I’m gonna have to kiss the dash 😬
Had no idea this was a half ton. Interesting
@@notme3184 it's not
@Jason-Samko
20:26
GVWR is 6250 lbs making it a Class 2A Vehicle(6001-8500 lbs). This makes it a half ton, the same as the 1500s, F150, Ridgeline, Ranger Raptor, Gladiator Rubicon, etc.
Don’t forget to inform people that the 2.7L has cylinder deactivation. You’ll be cruising around in a two cylinder 50k truck.
everything today has it. or will with the next gen motor revisions. its the world we live in.
Love the look, but for that money it should have come with the 6.2 V8
Right that means that the Tacoma TRD pro which is 12,000 more should come with a V10
@@robertedwards3822 Calm down. What I'm saying is that all midsize trucks are really worth maybe $30K, so at this price we should be getting some incredible technology and lots of power, however that will never happen.
GMC Canyon AT4X over any Colorado, any day of the week
For some, for some not
That hood is looking pretty beefy on the ZR2! Chicks dig the bulge.
Hood bulge for a 4cyl is like crotch stuffing. Chicks are impressed...until you pop those pants off.
😂
When I bought mine, the dealer actually said this:
"Thats a functional hood scoop."
Knowing it wasn't, I called him on it, asking "How, exactly do you consider that 'functional'?
He says, "It's designed to not reflect the suns rays into the drivers eyes. Thats it's function"
The meaning of "functional hood scoop" has changed alot over the years. 😂😅😅😂
Takes notes Toyota !!!! This is what we loyal Toyota owners wanted in the Tacoma!!!! But you failed us !! And GM now builds a more reliable and much more refined mid sized truck more power more technology for less money
Why yellow stitching, whyyyyyyyyy?!?! 😩🫣
I’ll stick with my non turbo V6 ‘22 Frontier king cab 4x4 with a 6ft bed. No frills, just pure four wheel drive reliability and dependability. Not a poser, overpriced mall crawler you can’t haul anything in the tiny bed. Btw, don’t take a new Colorado thru a car wash air blower unless you want your roof caved in. Yes, they’re built that cheap.
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Trail Boss doesn't even have fog lights....No thanks. For what that truck costs and it doesn't come stock with fog lights(?!!) Ridiculous. An off-road oriented truck with no fog lights. Again, RIDICULOUS.
The way things are going in the world as of today may not have to be wanting a new truck. I need new brakes, shocks, sway bar links. The stealership wants 7K total to replace all they listed. I just LOL’d. Sway bar links 565 wut???? I can do that myself for under a hundred. Shocks 1700???? are they insane?
beautiful, just needs to get rid of the yellow stitching n blk gloss int.....but 53???? by me its 70!!!!! that confirms my states corruption!
Deep dive and zero experience with the truck. It's a nice truck when it runs.
No creo que estan buenos ya que tienen recall desde que salieron tanto asi que los del año 23 entre oct -dic fueron vendidos en yr 24 y los del año 24 no se fabricaron hasta seguir saliendo de los 23 por si se dan de cuenta los 23y 24 son los mismos nada cambio pero debieron aver cambiado ya que cada año les retocan en apariencia o algo y no lo hicieron para poder salir de ellos pero los 24 yr tengo entendido que también tienen recall en mi area hoy de los 7 colorados se fueron creo que los regresaron para corregir ya tenian en el diler 2 months sin vender
A four cylinder banger is too intimidating. I'll wait for GM to come up with a two cylinder motor for $100K.
I bought a Tacoma TRD Sport 4wd, my buddy got the ZR2 4WD
HE thinks my truck is better
@@georgeversluis8442 both are great.
As the sales people say, There’s an ass for every seat.
NEED MORE WATT. LIKE 2000....
42 OTD and i'll finance for 72 with 10% or i walk
Inherited one of these from my late father. He drove it very lightly. I have driven it very lightly as well. Last year I noticed transmission fluid on the ground. Truck had 70K on it, ended up the torque converter weld failed.
A very expensive repair for a truck that has been driven very lightly. Hood scoops, fancy shocks, big tires are not what makes a truck a truck. Sorry, Not impressed.
That was not this truck. That was the last gen
Very nice just as nice as the new tacoma
The ZR2 smokes the Tacoma in every category, and for considerably less money.
That truck isn’t worth over $30,000
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Then don't buy it duh... maybe you should stick to watching the view
@ someone that watches the view drives that truck 😂
@lawdawg5823 So you do watch it🤣 i knew i was right about you. Maybe if you get a job you could afford one🤞
@ lol I voted for Trump. I do not watch the view. I drive a 2024 3/4 ton that is not financed and have my own business. 😂
$53,xxx.00, and no light knob.
Hard pass!
Nope it lost me at the turbo charged engine
47k for a little truck 😂😮😊😢
Poses as a truck. 4 cylinder and no workable truck bed.
Too much piano black
How come you sound like Kermit the frog ???
I do it just for you
Not worth $53000 still to much maybe worth $35000 it's a midsize truck a full size shouldn't be $53000 sorry just can't justify that kind of money
Had a 2023 Colorado ZR2. Biggest piece of shit LEMON.
Turbo went at 3000km’s. Then one of the DSSV shocks went at 5000km’s.
Then transmission kept blowing at 12k km’s. Had to get the truck towed 4 times. Turns out the main wiring harness had bare wires throughout.
Thanks for an expensive piece of crap Chevy.
The all new Chevy plastic. I mean, Chevy truck
Scotty Kilmer says nfg
FSK
Scotty the fanboy!😂😂😂
First
@@matthewmery3027 😂
It will be broken soon, like literally every other American car or truck in last 30 years. Just buy a toyota.
Buy a Toyota so they can have a broken Japanese truck?
Watch Toyota videos and be happy.
Toyota has engine blowing up and transmissions failing as well as other issue with the new tacoma and tundras. Going to take them a few years to work out the issues to have a reliable tacoma again. I definitely wouldn't buy toyota right now.
@@jmanultra Do you know anybody with a broken Japanese truck? Its a serious question? I have never personally ever seen one or met a person with one. Versus, broken American junk on the side of the road that everyone can provide a story of..
@@jmanultraMexican
No tie downs…fail! If no low tie downs is a fail in your book then TURBO engine in a midsize pick up truck must be quadruple fail, which actually is. YOUR REVIEWS OF THESE TRUCKS ARE VERY BIAS AND YOU SOUND LIKE A SALE PERSON INSTEAD OF A REVIEWER. AND YOU ARE DOING IT NOW IN ALMOST EVERY ONE OF YOUR VIDEOS. LOSING FOCUS….FAIL.
Then don't watch them, buddy. You sound like you hate life lol.
@@nn431xru1 k
The 2.7L is anything but a fail.
@@Holden-McGroin A 4 cylinder in a $50k+ truck is a freaking joke
@@TacTony Getting hung up on the number of cylinders is a joke. It makes more useable power at a lower rpm than the 5.3 V8.
50 thousand dollars for a midsize truck is ridiculous. Unless you somehow get a 15 year loan on that thing most Americans can't afford to buy it...
Fifty Five thousand dollars, and Still No rear air vents... " you're not a good car salesmen...
He's not a car salesman. Also I prefer no vents in the back as my back seat is for storage or my dog which are both rare occurrences in my truck. I'd rather have all of the air up front with me since 90% of the time I'm the only one in the truck.
@ of course he’s a Car salesman.. they all are , “ listing specs “ .. that the whole point of all these guys , what did you think their doing “.., “ ( I retract the no rear air vents , must be certain models- Rear air vents Good - not bad “ )..
I have a 24 ZR2 has back vents.
All the Colorado models since 2023 have rear air vents.
@ I know the first round of GMC ones didn’t.. Thank you for the update ( matters in Las Vegas:)