Chevrolet Colorado vs. Chevrolet Silverado 1500
When we compare the Chevrolet Colorado to the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the Chevrolet Colorado has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chevrolet Colorado versus the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the Chevrolet Colorado is a better car than the Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Chevrolet Colorado versus Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Chevrolet Colorado ranges from $26,988 to $46,899 while a used Chevrolet Silverado 1500 from the same model year range is priced between $34,998 to $59,895. For a new model, the Chevrolet Colorado's price is between $29,224 and $47,969, with the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 priced between $38,289 and $58,940.
Chevrolet Colorado versus Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Chevrolet Colorado is 8.0 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Silverado 1500's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Chevrolet Colorado being ranked 5 out of 11 Best Midsize Trucks and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 being ranked 3 out of 15 Best Full-Size Trucks.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Chevrolet Colorado’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 base engine makes 310 horsepower. The Colorado is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 525 miles. The Silverado 1500 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Chevrolet Colorado has the advantage of higher ground clearance, while the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has the advantage of higher towing capacity and payload capacity.
Available Cab Types and Bed Lengths
The Chevrolet Colorado is available in a Crew Cab or an Extended Cab configuration, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 is available in a Crew Cab, Extended Cab,or a Regular Cab configuration. The Chevrolet Colorado offers bed lengths of 61.7 and 74 inches, and the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 offers bed lengths of 69.9, 79.4, 98.2 inches.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,224 - $47,969
Used Asking Price:
$26,988 - $46,899
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
27.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$38,289 - $58,940
Used Asking Price:
$34,998 - $59,895
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
31%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 10Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 11iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Ranking
3 out of / 15Summary Review
GM stopped making the Chevrolet Colorado in 2012, but it returned for the 2015 model year as a much-improved vehicle.
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Well-rounded modern design
- Diesel option
- Effective infotainment technology
- Big discounts off sticker price are common
- Big discounts off sticker price make used vehicle values cloudy
- Reliability issues in past models
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available 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)
69.9 inches, 79.4 inches, 98.2 inches
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Trim Levels
LT, ZR2, Z71, Work Truck
Trim Levels
Custom Trail Boss, RST, Custom, ZR2, LT Trail Boss, LTZ, High Country, LT, Work Truck
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 / 100000 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:
1400 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
430 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
9100 lbs
Max Payload :
2270 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 525 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 22 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
456 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 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:
3968 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:
4400 lbs
Width:
81.1 inches
Height:
75.7 inches
Length:
210.9 inches
Wheelbase:
126.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P255/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted steel
Tire Size:
255/70R17
