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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
|---|---|
| Body Style | Truck |
| Base Price | $31,895–$38,224 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado at 7.5/10 overall, which translates to a Recommended rating for this truck. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 7.9/10. It's a solid all-rounder that delivers across most dimensions without obvious deal-breakers.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. We score reliability at 7.2/10 — better than most direct rivals, if short of the segment's best. The safety score of 7.9/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance scores 7.4/10 — competent for everyday use. Acceleration and handling are adequate for commuting and highway driving, though enthusiasts will want to look at higher-rated alternatives. Tech rates a reasonable 7.1/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $31,895–$38,224, 23 MPG, seating 5, the Chevrolet Colorado sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. The 7.8/10 value score says the pricing is fair rather than generous; cross-shop the segment before signing anything. At 2 years old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.
Our take: The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado is a solid, well-rounded truck that covers the essentials without obvious deal-breakers. For most buyers in this segment, it's a safe, dependable choice.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado ranks #186 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 64% of the segment. Its 7.5/10 overall score is 0.1 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $31,895 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 9%.
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Smart-money pick: the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado scores 7.4/10 — within striking distance of the 2024's 7.5 — and starts roughly $3,000 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 7.6/10 | $32,851 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 7.6/10 | $32,851 | Read review → |
| 2024 (this review) | 7.5/10 | $31,895 | |
| 2023 | 7.6/10 | $30,938 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 7.4/10 | $29,981 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 7.4/10 | $29,024 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 7.4/10 | $28,067 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 7.2/10 | $27,110 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 7.3/10 | $26,153 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 7.2/10 | $25,197 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 7.1/10 | $24,240 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 7.2/10 | $23,283 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Tires 23/05/2024 · 24V366000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles. Incorrect tires may have been installed that do not match the tire label, and the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) may provide inaccurate information for the installed… |
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| Fuel system, gasoline / Storage / Tank assembly 28/06/2024 · 24V491000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles. The lock ring that secures the fuel pump to the fuel tank assembly may not have been fully locked during assembly, which can result in a fuel leak during a crash. |
| Seat belts / Critical fasteners 19/09/2024 · 24V703000 | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Chevrolet Colorado and 2023 GMC Canyon vehicles. The left or right front seat may have a seat belt buckle attachment bolt that was not tightened properly. |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2024 Chevrolet Colorado's reliability 7.2/10 — above the middle of the pack for this class. It has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
3 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 7.5/10 overall, ranking #186 of 515 trucks in our database (better than 64% of the segment). A solid choice for most buyers — compare it against the segment leaders before deciding.
The 2024 Chevrolet Colorado starts at $31,895 and ranges up to $38,224 across trims (MSRP when new). At 23 MPG, expect roughly $2,283/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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