Chevrolet Colorado vs Tesla Model Y

Overview

Specification Chevrolet Colorado Tesla Model Y
Brand Chevrolet Tesla
Model Colorado Model Y
Year 2026 2026
Type — Ev
Body Style Pickup Truck Compact Crossover SUV

Pricing

Specification Chevrolet Colorado Tesla Model Y
Current Price $64,295 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $64,295 $48,990
Dealer Price $62,800 $47,990

Engine & Performance

Specification Chevrolet Colorado Tesla Model Y
Engine 2.7L TurboMax High-Output Inline 4-Cylinder Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 310 hp @ 5,600 rpm 384 hp (est.)
Torque 430 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 6.5 sec (0-60 mph) 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 100 mph (governor limited for 35-inch MT tires) 135 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Chevrolet Colorado Tesla Model Y
Fuel Type Regular Unleaded Gasoline Electric
Mileage / MPG 16 MPG Combined (16 City / 16 Hwy) 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) N/A 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (SULEV30) 0 g/mi
Battery 12V heavy-duty battery Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging N/A 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)

Ratings

Specification Chevrolet Colorado Tesla Model Y
Expert Rating 4.9/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 1020 2240
Performance Score 9.3 9.0
Comfort Score 8.5 8.7
Safety Score Top Safety Pick 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 6.8 9.5
Technology Score 9.2 9.5
Value Score 9.0 9.0

Verdict

Specification Chevrolet Colorado Tesla Model Y
Pros Best-in-class 12.2 inches of ground clearance with 35-inch Goodyear MT tires; Multimatic DSSV spool-valve dampers combin... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons Bed-mounted vertical spare tire takes up significant bed cargo space and blocks rear mirror view; Towing capacity drops... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...