Is the 2019 Chevy Colorado Z71 the BEST off-road mid size truck to BUY?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ก.ย. 2024
- The Colorado Z71 is Chevy's answer to the off-road midsize truck. Under the hood is a 3.6L V6 producing 308HP & mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Even though the interior needs an update, is this the 2019 Colorado Z71 the best off-roader for the money?
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I’ve had a kinetic blue Z71 Colorado for a year now and it’s been great for my family of 5 and lots of fun as a daily driver. I’ve had two full sized silverados, 2 corvettes, mini cooper, miata, challenger r/t, vw golf gti... With seat time in various vehicles I can honestly say the Colorado has not been disappointing.
The In-line 5 was. 2007. I slapped a Blower on this 2018 (Total Sleeper). Tows my SeaDoo Boat quite fine. Went from 315 to 435 instantly. Fine.. 3 inch Cat Back straight pipe. They stole the Catalytic in there lot after the Accident. Took a U Turn idiot Honda Pilot in the Drivers door. My Bad? You do the math here. T Boned you..
Joe never change my friend, that’s why I watch your vids. Tell it how it is!
Awesome of you to say! I really appreciate that!
I've purchased 3 of these Colorados now. 2 for company use and one for personal use. My personal ride is a z71 Crew Cab 4WD, Midnight Edition. It will get a 3-panel tonneau cover, carpeted bed liner and side rails next week and I'll be done. Unlike the too-large Silverados I USED to drive, I look forward to getting into and driving this truck every day. The only thing I miss is a powered rear window; the 4 door needs it.
Thanks for a great review!
I found that the small cubby on the dash as you pointed out. My garage door opener fits perfect in there. Use double sided tape and it is secure.
That's a really great idea!
The rear bumper looks AWESOME, I like it....almost as much as I like my Raiti's Rides maroon T-shirt
Fully loaded ZR2 are $5000 off MSRP all over my area in Georgia. If it were my money, I'd go for one of those all day. Currently have a 2017 ZR2 and its my favorite vehicle purchase to date.
That is a great point! Thanks for sharing that info!
what about the hard plastic?
I looked at AZR2 yesterday and the inside looks like junk.. I much prefer the Z71 package, unless there are no roads at all where you live. The
ZR 2 is definitely superior in that sense.
Gonna wait till the redesign the interior. Agree with your interior feedback. My 2014 Accord EX-L Coupe has a more modern interior and nicer materials. That was a $27k car.
After three or four years and at that price I’d expect some nicer interior materials. Dodge needs to bring back the Dakota with a beautiful interior like the Ram. Why do they de-power the 3.6 in the Colorado? My 2013 ATS has 321 hp and newer ones have 335 like the Camaro. Nice job Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Very good points! I have always wondered why they de-power the engine as well. Thanks for being the best!
Probably for reliability. OEM's will generally tune motors different for truck duty. Good thing is the torque numbers are about the same which IMO, it more important with a truck. Also your Cad has the 6 speed whereas this has the 8 speed. 8 speed is good but it did have some issues with shudder/torque convertor failures with some. I think GM has a new fluid and special bosch transflo machine that fixes the problem now. But it was a problem. Even on the camaros, cads and corvettes. GM can't make a decent transmission like ZF can.
HiPlains1 Thanks for the info. As for the transmission, I’ve not had any problems and I hear it’s the same transmission BMW used for years and was purchased from GM.
@@LS1007 BMW uses a lot better one now they got the ZF 8-speed I've got one in my X3 and it's a beautiful transmission.
HiPlains1 Yeah I know they no longer use the GM transmission. ZF’s are great!
Trash can lid engine cover 🤣 good one
I am so glad that I could get you to laugh!
Raiti's Rides actually the engine cover is not just a cover. It’s actually integrated into the intake system
For that price. We need more. Great review and very informative Raitis Rides.
Alec J thank you for watching 👍🏽😊
Thanks Alec! I totally agree with you!
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The bit about the trash can lid was funny as can be 😂
Bed lights are an available option
When Joe, zonked the $42K he was right, there is some updating Chevy needs to do to ask for $42K. So, in real life sticker price is a Joke. So beat up your dealer and you will get a price that you are comfortable with. Mid 30’s for a mid size is about right. Just do your homework.
Thanks for sharing that great info!
Come on Guys! List price is $42K. If you paid window sticker, then you deserve to complain. I bought a fully loaded 2018 Z71 V6 Centennial Edition . $40K sticker for $33K.
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This is really good input from both of you bacuse am looking to get mine this summer👍🤙👌
this is cheaper than a wrangler by far with more horsepower, more towing capacity, more confort, bigger media screen... I love wranglers but jeep pricing is ridiculous.
Love your reviews bro, you give us ton of details that other reviews don’t give us
Thanks for saying that and for tuning in!
The leather seats break in nicely for comfort and the heated seats absolutely rock. Offroading wise $42K is bordering on the ZR2, which is winning.
The seats don't break in. I own one. They're hard as hell still. Very uncomfortable compared to the full size trucks.
@@shawnmiller2786 2016 Canyon SLT w/ leather seats.... and yes they do.
@@fasted5822 2018 Canyon Denali (w/ leather) seats... and no they don't.
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Thanks you for sharing that info based off of your experience.
Exactly right. $42,000 way too much for what you get. I think I could almost get a full size V8 Ford XLT for that.
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Yea but who pays MSRP?
These are 32k tops with 20,000 miles on them.
Not even. The Ford ranger with some custom options is 48K
I paid $31,900 for my Z71 crew cab brand new. And it has 6 directional power seats in front. I've never even thought about discomfort in the seats. Makes me wonder why I've heard so much about it. But the 308 horsepower is by far the most I've ever had in a mid size pick up, and I've owned 2 V8 Dakotas and an S 10 with the the 4.3 vortec V6. I think the hard plastic interior makes it very easy to keep clean. I do wish it had a power rear window. The ride is smooth and it handles very well. From what I've heard about the Ranger and the Tachoma, it is much more enjoyable to drive as an everyday truck. I have 71,000 miles on it and have had zero issues with anything. It also came with the 7 speaker Bose stereo system that sounds great. I just don't understand what all of the bitching is about. I guess I'm just easy to please.
I got this for 32k i love it i wanna make some changes tho im thinking of doing a level kit
I will say this, The new Ford Rangers same price ranges but for 4 cylinder boost motors that lie about gas millage. If you are running under boost you are not getting the 20-29 MPG or whatever the Rangers claim they get. Ford is misleading on this. At least with the chevy you get a N/A v6 that will get good decent MPG for a v6. Also Does the Chevy shown come with a bedliner? Ford asks 35-40k for a decent ranger and no leather and no bedliners. TO me this truck shown is a better deal than the Rangers.
I took my colorado z71 4x4 to dealership and had front air dam trimmed and now don't have to take it off big improvement
I love the Chevrolet colorado
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Those engines are bulletproof
i put 10k down on a 2019 colorado zr2 and i love it!
It's been months... How's it been?
Tony R I really love it. If you have a family or more toys i would recommenced a Silverado but in my case it is perfect.
And yet, it looks like the 2021 model year will have the exact same light housing yet again! Still waiting for those signature led daytimes...
Are u kidding? That's absolutely perfect...
If you offroad you have to take off the air dam in front. Not sure why they include all the offroad suspension etc.. and then cripple it with poor clearance from the air dam.
That is a very good point!
Took mine off the moment I got home. lol
Love that Badass Red & Black Z71... I do agree needs some upgrade interior, but Colorado is still my first choice in midsize trucks...
Thanks Richard for sharing your thoughts on this one!
I really want a Colorado v6 but the amount of reports of the 8 speed 8L45 shuttering / vibrating is just overwhelming. I have yet to see a solid fix reported. It’s a shame because they did such a good job on the engine.
The reason I went with the ranger is fear of the 8 speed.
No zonk on the 80's shifter? Good thing other owners have figured out how to swap with other GM models like the Buick Envision. Nice truck otherwise.
Very good points! Thank you for letting me share this one with you!
I would like nicer materials as. However that plastic does take a better beating and easier to clean
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Downside of trucks, they gouge you on extras that should be included already. Hoping for major interior redo soon. Gorgeous truck, and my top pick, other than that stale interior that is way overpriced and under delivering.
Gonna get the 2021 z71 this month, pretty excited to have a new vehicle, my current over 10 year old cruze has been great but it's age is very glaring too me now and want something more modern and useful.
That trash can lid had me cryn 🤣....good review
Up to 7500/7600 lbs towing
Another professional review! Good Job.
That really means a lot! Thank you!
Does yours have a Blower? No? Mine does. The last FORD and DODGE took a back seat. 435Hp@5000Rpm. The 3.6LVVT wakes up real quick!
I bought a 2018 Silverado LTZ and its phenomenal!
Amazing review Joe, I agree with your zonks. It's time for Chevy to bring in a new Colorado for 2020. Thanks Joe. 😎
I totally agree with you Jay!
You should do a zonk count at the end of the videos for every car lol
That is a really cool suggestion! Thanks for the feedback.
lmao
Lmao yes
I think the Tacoma and Ranger have a more dated interior. The Colorado is heavily discounted. My girl bought the same truck for 35k.
Thanks for sharing that great input!
31,000 here
Great Review i do agree with most of your ZONKS for over $40k no push to start should have better or softer material on the dash the V6 in my opinion should have at least 350hp in my opinion. I'm thinking of getting a truck like this and giving it a very descent lift especially living in Texas would come in handy with the heavy rain we get it Texas. gotta love the trash can lid remark ( lol!!! ) keep those AWESOME VIDEOS coming
Thanks Jesus for your wonderful words and sharing your great input! There is more to come!
You keep bringing up $42k. Realistically this is not a $42k truck especially midsized.
The seats are not properly bolstered with a flat bottom, not a lot of storage, NO REAR A/C VENTS et cetera et cetera.
I'm thinking maybe $39k or $40k would have been reasonable. But GM lost their marbles.
Test drove one and agree the seats are a bit too narrow. I think Ranger and Frontier have the best seats. The tacoma you sit a bit too low.
You hit the nail on the head. There are tons of rebates on these trucks.
I wouldn't either!
Very good points!
Happy with my Colorado (build in Wisconsin). Proud to keep the money in America! Most of all it fits my need 100%.
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Good job joe 👍🏽
Irving Duran 🙏😊
Thank you for taking the time to say that Irving!
He is the best!
Yeah like based on a true story
That nav unit is new for 2019. :/
The truck also has an 8 speed auto.
Very good points! Thank you for letting me share this one with you!
The small opening by the heat button is for business cards. It's a "work" truck
I appreciate you sharing your input and perspective! Thank you so much for watching!
No, the transmission is not replaceable . They did not make one and don’t know if they will.
LED lighting is an optional extra BTW. I have it on my 2018 from the factory.
Good point and agree 42K too expensive
Its an 8 speed auto..
Breaking news, Gladiators are already in dealer showrooms all over North America.
I know. This review was made over a month ago.
push Botton start is an option
Thanks for the info Jadyn but at this price point it should not be.
My 2019 has the 4WD control to the right of the headlight control.
42,000 dollars BTW
Yep that is the MSRP!
Another great video
Nice review
Thank you for saying that!
Great review
The running boards have to go and a Dremel tool would be needed to cut off that massive front air dam that really saves nothing in terms of gas mileage. Price is high. I'd say a fair sale price would be about $33k-$35k. And no push button start? What year is this again? Not a big deal, but it's still an expensive truck. For $29k out the door, I can get an outdated Frontier PRO4X that's as capable, if not more capable off road.
42k??? Wtf the zr2s are going for 39k here in southern California. I would think we would have the higher prices in the country. Most Z71s are going from low 30s to mid 30s depending on 4x2 vs 4x4
It's just the MSRP.
I hate to leave a negative comment because overall the video is super informative. But when you’re looking at a truck and as you say a Z 71 that is made for work and off-road use. The absolute last thing I am looking at on my list is the texture of the buttons in the dashboard. You said 1 million times how cheap the plastic felt. When I am looking at a truck the number one thing I am looking at his reliability how does the engine perform how does the transmission perform how does the locking rear differential perform. Under load pulling a trailer how does it perform it’s a truck first it’s not a luxury vehicle. I think you’re kind of missing the mark on a truck review by stressing all of the tiny minute details of the interior. To the average truck guy that means absolutely nothing to them
Thanks for your feedback!
Diesel the way to go
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For the price, you are better off buying a full size.
That is an excellent point Steven!
Paul Meyer I got a z71 for 27k
@@Ari-il3ib Same. Pretty weird spike in beginning as far as depreciation goes. Boss had the 2017 version and got 25k for it, but he only paid 31K for it new.
Im getting mine tuesday 30k
HolyDragonGuy how is it?
Yea... I'm curious how it's been holding up.
Cheby needs to step it up and soon.
I totally agree with you!
$42,000 is reach by Chevy 🙄 sheesh!! This looks nice 👌😎 but not on par with any $40k+ vehicle.
$42,000 off-road work truck? Am I missing something?
My son and I went car lot cruising tonight after dinner. All the dealerships were closed, which is the best time to go. I hit the Ford dealer and Ram dealer. I left both lots after looking at several trim levels and realized that I'll never be buying a new truck ever again. I'm sorry, not sorry that I refuse to have a $1k payment per month plus taxes and insurance and fuel. Even the new Ranger is out of my price range. Sad.
@DisneyChannelFlow it's pretty damn close. If you get a truck costing $50k out the door, then add in taxes and fees and interest and a five year payment plan...that's around a grand per month. Ridiculous.
There are lots of rebates on these.
I totally agree with you! The price os vehicles just keeps sky rocketing!
Good point!
Great review! Honda Ridgeline or this?
I am going Ridgeline!
Its not a 6 speed if its a 2019, its a 8 Speed
Thanks for that extra info!
Nice truck....for a Chevy lol. Really like the wheels. But for the money I would go full size. Great review Joe!!
I did click because of the color 😝
How did you like it?
@@RaitisRides it's a nice vehicle, I drove it once but the interior color design is a bit dated for my taste.
What happened to push start
The steering wheel. It turns the wheels lol.
Thanks for letting me make you laugh!
Agreed 40 grand is a lot
You mean the name of Silverado going up on the roof?
great job Joe n Tom zonk all of it u had me laughing my but off great job n god bless
I don't believe you can even use the phrase "best off road" anything with that crappy ground clearance.
I feel your pain John!
Thank you
ZONK...thumbs up brother.
From 2012 - 2015 model years there was NO Colorado or Canyon
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It is a fact
this video is misleading, its $42K because it has the over priced rims, steps...you can get a Z71 for $37K I did.
I quoted the MSRP price. How is that misleading?
@@RaitisRides I think maybe what Nix909 might be getting at is that the Z71 you reviewed is not the "base" Z71 and has added packages which adds to the cost...CO RST Special Edition package +$3k to MSRP it looks like from the badging, wheels, bedliner etc. Great review, but I think would be helpful to list the full set of options added to test vehicle. Thanks, Joe
Would rather read Motor Trend honestly.. reviews are backed up by experienced engineers !! .. great video btw ..
Hood is aluminum not steel
Also transmission is 8 speed not 6 speed
Thanks for that great info!
I appreciate that!
Raiti's Rides no prob. Just wanted to clarify some things. Otherwise great review
I want one
I was actually thinking about getting one for my son, but the more you keep saying $42k the more I cringe. No way he's gonna have to settle for an 85' firebird...
My first car was an 85 Firebird! I rather have that all day long!
I have driven the Colorado, new Ranger and Tacoma. The Ranger seemed the most fun to drive probably because it is the only one with a decent transmission. The Tacoma was a lumbering bore and did not even hold the road very well. I can't see anyone buying one after driving a Colorado or Ranger.
All three have cheaper crap interiors than what we could buy in the 80s.
I totally agree with your points and perspective.
It's easy to be a critic.
Z-71=👎🏽 ZR2=👍🏽
Very well put Chris!
Get government out of auto industry and stop all the stupid regulations and better vehicle's will be made
Mid size and almost $50,000...
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Badass!
$42000 prior to leaving the car lot, $25000 as soon as u leave the lot. Tacoma holds its value, no comparison. Good looking truck, but
I would buy this truck before a tacoma for sure. Cant believe how often taco boys say resale value
Why is it Tacoma owners always bring up resale value? The Tacoma must really be junk if their owners are so worried about how much they can get for it when they get rid of it. If were truly great truck, you'd keep it until the wheels fall off.
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That is a very good point!
That is a really great point! I have always wondered that!
ZR2
Coming soon!
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If you want to off-road in this truck you have to spend an hour removing the air dam (17 torx screws) and the running boards. Plus there's another 1.5 hours to put it back together AFTER YOU CLEAN IT. I don't know what this does for the warranty. If you want an off road vehicle don't buy this. If you want a city vehicle to drive to the hardware store then an SUV is probably good enough.
Well not cause the Colorado zr2 exists so this cant be the best
That is a very good point, but the price does increase a bit.
Best answer ???....... NO ! The ZR2 is the best midsize off-road truck
What about the Bison? ;-)
It's alright for off road minus all the plastic crap lol
You hit the nail on the head!
There's too many corners cut on this truck to make it worth $42k. This overpriced truck is another example of how GM continues their fleecing of Americans after the government bailed them out.
I totally agree with your points!
I spy your car behind it!
Good eyes!