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2025 Chevrolet Colorado

Independent review & score by Carivo

Price Range $32,851–$39,978
Fuel Economy 24 MPG
Seating 5 passengers
Category Truck
Est. Annual Fuel $2,188/yr

Key Specifications — 2025 Chevrolet Colorado

Seating Capacity5 passengers
Body StyleTruck
Base Price$32,851–$39,978

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.

About the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado

The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado is a truck that earns a Carivo score of 7.6/10 — rated Recommended. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.1/10. 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. The reliability picture is solid rather than spectacular: 7.3/10, which puts it comfortably above the class median. Safety lands at 8.1/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.

With 7.5/10 for performance, this is a car tuned for daily driving rather than excitement — perfectly capable on the commute, unremarkable on a back road. At 7.2/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.

Priced from $32,851–$39,978, 24 MPG, seating 5, the Chevrolet Colorado sits in the mid-market bracket of the truck segment. Its value score of 8.0/10 confirms that the price reflects the quality — you're getting a lot for your money here. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.

Verdict: Nothing about the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado will scare a sensible buyer off. It scores consistently across the board, and it does what a good truck should — quietly and competently.

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 →

How It Ranks Among Trucks

The 2025 Chevrolet Colorado ranks #127 of 515 trucks in the Carivo database — better than 76% of the segment. Its 7.6/10 overall score is 0.2 points above the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $32,851 starting price undercuts the segment's median of $35,138 by about 7%.

Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full Truck ranking →

Which Colorado Year Should You Buy?

Smart-money pick: the 2022 Chevrolet Colorado scores 7.4/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 7.6 — 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.

YearScoreStarting price (MSRP when new)
2026 7.6/10$32,851 Read review →
2025 (this review) 7.6/10$32,851
2024 7.5/10$31,895 Read review →
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 →

Pros & Cons — 2025 Chevrolet Colorado

✓ What it does well

  • Strong safety ratings from NHTSA and independent testers
  • Good overall value; holds its own against pricier alternatives in the segment
  • Competent performance that satisfies most everyday driving demands
  • Versatile body style handles daily commuting and weekend adventures equally well

✗ Where it falls short

  • Reliability scores are mid-pack; some owners report higher-than-expected maintenance needs
  • Tech suite is functional but lags behind segment-best options; some features cost extra

NHTSA Recalls — 2025 Chevrolet Colorado (1 on record)

The following recall campaign has 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.

Equipment / Other / Owners/service/other manual
26/02/2026 · 26V114000
General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet…

Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.

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