“I would tell them we are happy about purchasing it but the biggest problem is so far no one has fixed the tires that rub on it d/t factory installed lift and incorrect tires and clearance of fenders that is very frustrating for a new vehicle. Hopefully they will be fixing this soon”
2020 Chevrolet Colorado: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2020 Chevrolet Colorado is a carryover model with no major changes. Its five-trim lineup, engine range, styling, safety equipment, and touchscreen systems remain essentially the same as in 2019.
About the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado
2nd generation (2015-2022), late-cycle pre-refresh year.
Chevrolet positions the Colorado as a midsize pickup that gives buyers real truck capability without the size of a full-size Silverado. The core pitch is flexibility: it can serve as a basic work truck, a more comfortable daily driver, or a serious off-road truck depending on trim. Chevrolet also leans on Colorado’s broad powertrain spread, especially the available diesel for towing and the ZR2’s factory-built off-road hardware for trail use.
The 2020 lineup runs from the bare-bones Base and job-focused Work Truck to the more comfortable LT, which has an 8-inch touchscreen and a power driver seat. Z71 adds everyday comfort and trail-focused suspension tuning, while ZR2 is the serious off-road model with locking front and rear differentials, special suspension dampers, a factory lift, and body protection.
2020 Chevrolet Colorado specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, VVT, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter / V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, VVT, 2.5 Liter | V6, VVT, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, VVT, 2.5 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 2.8 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd / Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd / Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 6-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd / Automatic, 6-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD / 2WD | 4WD | 2WD | 2WD / 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Diesel | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Gas | Gas / Diesel |
| MPG City | 17–20 mpg | 17–20 mpg | 16–18 mpg | 20 mpg | 18–20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24–30 mpg | 24–30 mpg | 18–22 mpg | 26 mpg | 25–30 mpg |
| Horsepower | 181–308 hp | 181–308 hp | 181–308 hp | 200 hp | 181–308 hp |
| Torque | 191–369 lb-ft | 275–369 lb-ft | 275–369 lb-ft | 191 lb-ft | 191–369 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500–7000 lb | 5000–7000 lb | 5000 lb | 3500 lb | 3500–7000 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 28.6–35.8 in | 28.6–35.8 in | 28.6–35.8 in | 28.6 in | 28.6–35.8 in |
| Seats | 4–5 | 4–5 | 4–5 | 2 | 4–5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||||
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| SD Card Slot | |||||
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| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | |||||
| Folding Rear Seat | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Power Driver Seat | |||||
| Remote Start | |||||
| Remote Keyless Entry | |||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | |||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado compared with the 2019 model?
No major product changes were made for 2020. The Colorado carried over with the same five-trim structure, engine strategy, overall styling, safety approach, and touchscreen setup.
Was the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado redesigned?
No, the 2020 Colorado was not redesigned or refreshed. It remained part of the second generation introduced for 2015, and the larger styling and lineup update arrived for 2021.
Which engines does the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado have?
The 2020 Colorado retains three engine types: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, a 3.6-liter V6, and a 2.8-liter Duramax diesel. There was no lineup-wide powertrain change for this model year.
Which 2020 Chevrolet Colorado trims are focused on off-road driving?
The Z71 and ZR2 are the off-road-focused 2020 Colorado trims. Z71 combines trail-tuned suspension and a locking rear differential with everyday comfort features, while ZR2 adds locking front and rear differentials, special suspension dampers, a factory lift, and a wider stance.
Is the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado worth choosing over the 2019 model?
The 2020 does not offer a major product advantage over the 2019 model because it is largely a carryover. For a used truck, condition, mileage, maintenance history, engine, cab style, and trim equipment are more meaningful differences between individual examples.
2020 Chevrolet Colorado Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado.
4.2
2020 Chevrolet Colorado
(214 reviews)
“if you are looking for a great small size pick up you can't find a better one then the chevy Colorado”
“I was impressed with every truck I test drove and it came down to which one I liked the most”