2018 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2018 GMC Sierra 1500
When we compare the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado's and the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 has the advantage in the areas of reliability, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado's and the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2018 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Pricing
A used 2018 Chevrolet Colorado ranges from $17,799 to $36,443 while a used 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 is priced between $25,499 to $44,988.
2018 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado loses 27.1 percent of its value and the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 loses 30.7 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado retains 3.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500.
2018 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Colorado is 8.1 out of 10 while the GMC Sierra 1500's quality rating is 8.4 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Colorado being ranked 4 out of 7 Best Midsize Trucks and the GMC Sierra 1500 being ranked 5 out of 11 Best Full-Size Trucks.
2018 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Chevrolet Colorado is 8.3 out of 10. For the GMC Sierra 1500 the reliability rating is 8.6 out of 10. This gives the GMC Sierra 1500 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Colorado.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 base engine makes 285 horsepower. The Colorado is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The Sierra 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 624 miles.This gives the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 the advantage in maximum range. The Colorado uses regular unleaded, and the Sierra 1500 uses e85, regular unleaded.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The 2018 Chevrolet Colorado is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The 2018 Chevrolet Colorado offers bed lengths of 61.7 and 74 inches, and the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.3, 78.9, 97.8 inches.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado, with an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
17799 - 36443
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.270859
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
25499 - 44988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.306845
Chevrolet Colorado Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.143971 / 10
Reliability:
8.331914 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
GMC Sierra 1500 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.355929 / 10
Reliability:
8.647786 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Chevrolet Colorado Rankings
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5 out of / 7GMC Sierra 1500 Rankings
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13 out of / 17Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Body Styles
Pickup Truck
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab
Available Cab Types
Crew Cab, Extended Cab, Regular Cab
Available Bed Length(s)
61.7 inches, 74 inches
Available Bed Length(s)
69.3 inches, 78.9 inches, 97.8 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2018 Chevrolet Colorado Trim Levels
Base, LT, Work Truck, Z71, ZR2
2018 GMC Sierra 1500 Trim Levels
Base, Denali, SLE, SLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
191 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Max Payload:
1382 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
285 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
305 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Max Payload:
1960 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
420 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 16 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
468 / 624 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
E85, Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
66 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3986 lbs
Width:
83.9 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
212.7 inches
Wheelbase:
128.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4517 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
74 inches
Length:
205 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P265/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
P255/70R17