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Colorado 2026

Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison Crew Cab

Trim: ZR2 Bison Variant: 2.7T TurboMax 4WD Crew Cab Generation: Third Generation Body Style: Pickup Truck Model Year: 2026 Fuel: Regular Unleaded Gasoline Transmission: 8-speed Automatic Transmission Drive Type: 4WD Engine: 2.7L TurboMax High-Output Inline 4-Cylinder Horsepower: 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm Torque: 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm Fuel Type: Regular Unleaded Gasoline
Starting from
$64,295

Dealer: $62,800

Vehicle Overview

Flagship off-road midsize pickup engineered with AEV, featuring a 310 hp TurboMax engine, 430 lb-ft torque, Multimatic DSSV dampers, Jounce Control bump stops, 35-inch MT tires, and 12.2 inches of ground clearance.

Developed in partnership with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), the ZR2 Bison represents the ultimate off-road trim of the Colorado, featuring 35-inch mud-terrain tires, bed-mounted spare tire carrier, AEV steel bumpers, and complete boron steel underbody armor.

Ratings

4.9 Expert Rating
1,020 Community Reviews
280,001 Views

Category Scores

Performance 9.3
Comfort 8.5
Safety 9.4
Fuel Economy 6.8
Technology 9.2
Maintenance 8.9
Reliability 9.5
Interior 8.9
Exterior 9.9
Value 9.0

Specifications

Powertrain & Performance

Engine type 2.7L TurboMax Inline 4-Cylinder
Horsepower 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm
Drivetrain 4WD with Autotrac Transfer Case & Power-Locking Front/Rear Differentials
Transmission 8-speed Automatic Transmission

Extreme Off-Road Hardware

Suspension Dampers Multimatic DSSV Dampers & Multimatic Front/Rear Jounce Control Dampers
Ground Clearance 12.2 in (Best-in-Class)
Wheels & Tires 17-inch AEV Beadlock-Capable Carbon Flash Wheels with 35-inch LT315/70R17 MT Tires
Underbody Armor 5 AEV Hot-Stamped Boron Steel Skid Plates (Radiator, Steering, TC, Fuel Tank, Rear Diff)
Bumpers & Recovery AEV Heavy-Duty Stamped-Steel Front/Rear Bumpers with Recovery Points
Spare Tire Mount Bed-Mounted Vertical Spare Tire Carrier with 35-inch Matching Spare

Fuel Economy

EPA Estimated City 16 mpg
EPA Estimated Highway 16 mpg
EPA Estimated Combined 16 mpg
Fuel Tank Capacity 21.4 gal

Dimensions & Capacity

Length 212.7 in
Width 78.1 in
Height 81.8 in
Wheelbase 131.4 in
Seating Capacity 5 Passengers (Crew Cab Short Box)
Max Towing Capacity 6,000 lbs
Max Payload Capacity 1,050 lbs
Curb Weight 5,265 lbs

Safety & Ratings

NHTSA overall rating 4 stars
IIHS safety rating Top Safety Pick
Safety suite Chevy Safety Assist Suite & Available HD Surround Vision

Engine & Performance

Engine2.7L TurboMax High-Output Inline 4-Cylinder
Horsepower310 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm
Fuel TypeRegular Unleaded Gasoline
Transmission8-speed Automatic Transmission
Drive Type4WD
Mileage16 MPG Combined (16 City / 16 Hwy)
Acceleration6.5 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed100 mph (governor limited for 35-inch MT tires)
EmissionsSuper Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30)
Battery12V heavy-duty battery
ChargingN/A
Range (EV)N/A

Fuel Economy

Fuel TypeRegular Unleaded Gasoline
Mileage16 MPG Combined (16 City / 16 Hwy)
EmissionsSuper Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30)
Battery12V heavy-duty battery
ChargingN/A
Range (EV)N/A

Safety

  • Automatic Emergency Braking & Front Pedestrian Braking
  • Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
  • HD Surround Vision with Underbody Trail Camera Views
  • Rear Pedestrian Alert & Rear Cross Traffic Braking
  • Adaptive Cruise Control

Technology

  • 11.3-inch diagonal advanced color LCD touchscreen with Google built-in
  • 11.0-inch diagonal fully digital Driver Information Center
  • Bose Premium 7-Speaker Audio System
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto compatibility
  • Off-Road Performance Display (Pitch, Roll, Tire Pressure & Locker Status)
  • Wireless phone charging pad

Ownership

  • Jet Black / Artemis perforated leather-appointed front seats
  • Heated and ventilated 8-way power driver seat with lumbar support
  • Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • AEV all-weather floor liners with Chevrolet logo

Engage Baja Mode for high-speed desert runs to relax stability control intervention and maximize throttle response across loose dirt or sand.

Expert Review

By FindEdition Auto Team

4.9 / 10 expert score

Overview

Developed in partnership with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), the ZR2 Bison represents the ultimate off-road trim of the Colorado, featuring 35-inch mud-terrain tires, bed-mounted spare tire carrier, AEV steel bumpers, and complete boron steel underbody armor.

Off-Road Capability & Terrain Performance

Powered by the 310 hp / 430 lb-ft TurboMax engine and dampened by race-bred Multimatic DSSV spool-valve shocks plus Jounce Control hydraulic bump stops, the Bison conquers extreme rock crawling and high-speed desert trails with unmatched composure.

Cabin Quality & Technology

The interior features Jet Black and Artemis leather upholstery, heated/ventilated front seats, Bose audio, an 11.3-inch Google-based touchscreen, and underbody cameras for navigating tight obstacle lines.

Pros

  • Best-in-class 12.2 inches of ground clearance with 35-inch Goodyear MT tires
  • Multimatic DSSV spool-valve dampers combined with Multimatic Jounce Control hydraulic bump stops
  • Power-locking front and rear electronic differentials standard
  • Five AEV hot-stamped boron steel underbody skid plates for ultimate component protection
  • AEV stamped steel bumpers with front winch compatibility and integrated rear recovery points

Cons

  • Bed-mounted vertical spare tire takes up significant bed cargo space and blocks rear mirror view
  • Towing capacity drops to 6,000 lbs compared to 7,700 lbs on standard Colorado models
  • Fuel economy is low at 16 MPG combined due to 35-inch mud-terrain tires

Verdict

The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 Bison Crew Cab is arguably the most capable factory midsize off-road truck ever built, combining 35-inch tires, 12.2 inches of ground clearance, Multimatic DSSV dampers with hydraulic Jounce Control bump stops, front/rear electronic lockers, and 5 boron steel skid plates.

Pricing Intelligence

MSRP $64,295
Current $64,295
Dealer $62,800
Invoice $60,100
Offer $63,800
Discount495
Finance4.9% APR for 60 months (qualified buyers)
Lease$679/mo for 36 months, $5,299 due at signing
TaxesVaries by state and locality

Product Intelligence

Buying Recommendation

The ZR2 Bison package ($11,700 over base ZR2) comes virtually fully equipped from the factory. If you need full bed cargo space and do not require 35-inch tires, the standard Colorado ZR2 on 33-inch tires is a fantastic alternative.

Ownership Cost

Engage Baja Mode for high-speed desert runs to relax stability control intervention and maximize throttle response across loose dirt or sand.

Charging

N/A

Alternatives

The ZR2 Bison package ($11,700 over base ZR2) comes virtually fully equipped from the factory. If you need full bed cargo space and do not require 35-inch tires, the standard Colorado ZR2 on 33-inch tires is a fantastic alternative.

vs GMC Canyon AT4X AEV Edition: Mechanical twin sharing the same AEV hardware, but Colorado ZR2 Bison comes at a slightly lower price point with classic Chevy bow-tie styling. vs Ford Ranger Raptor: Ranger Raptor offers more horsepower (405 hp), but Colorado ZR2 Bison features larger 35-inch tires, 12.2-inch ground clearance, and superior underbody boron steel armor.

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