2023 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 4WDFuel Economy & MPG Ratings

Gasoline Small Pickup Trucks 4WD4-Wheel Drive
City
16
MPG
Highway
16
MPG
Combined
16
MPG

Trim Comparison

Automatic 8-spd
Regular
City
16
Hwy
16
Comb
16
Fuel cost: $4,200/yr
Annual Fuel Cost
$4,200

Based on gasoline at $3.67/gal, 15,000 miles/year

5-Year Fuel Savings
$-9,000

vs. average new vehicle

EPA Fuel Economy Score: 3/10
GHG Score: 3/10

Environment

CO₂ Tailpipe Emissions
539 g/mile
Annual Petroleum Consumption
18.6 barrels

Specifications

Engine
2.7L 4-cyl
Transmission
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD
Body Style
Pickup Truck
GVWR
Class 1 (≤6,000 lbs)

Source: EPA fuel economy data & NHTSA vPIC. Specifications reflect the most common trim configuration.

Engine & Efficiency Details

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov

Engine Size
2.7L, 4-cylinder
Induction Type
Direct Injection
Efficiency Tech
Auto Start-Stop
Fuel Type
Regular Gasoline

Annual Fuel Cost by State

Prices as of week ending May 18, 2026 · Source: EIA

National AvgEPA default
$4.490/gal$4,209/yr
California
$5.957/gal$5,585/yr
Texas
$3.888/gal$3,645/yr
Florida
$4.136/gal$3,878/yr
New York
$4.522/gal$4,239/yr
Ohio
$4.510/gal$4,228/yr
Washington
$5.591/gal$5,242/yr
Colorado
$4.618/gal$4,329/yr
Minnesota
$4.344/gal$4,073/yr
Massachusetts
$4.448/gal$4,170/yr

Calculated at 15,000 miles/year (EPA standard assumption) using 16 MPG combined. Regular gasoline prices. Actual costs vary.

NHTSA Safety Ratings

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov)
Overall Safety Rating
4/5
2023 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD

Crash Test Scores

Front Crash — Overall
Front Crash — Driver Side
Front Crash — Passenger Side
Side Crash — Overall
Side Crash — Driver Side
Side Crash — Passenger Side
Side Pole Crash
Rollover
Rollover Probability0.0%

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning: Standard & OptionalLane Departure Warning: Standard
125
Owner Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Investigations

Recall History3

Source: NHTSA

Owner-Reported Problems125 complaints

Source: NHTSA

NHTSA has received 125 owner complaints for the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 4WD. Top reported issues include advanced safety (adas), electrical system and brakes. The data below is sourced from consumer complaints filed directly with NHTSA.

Problems by System / Component

Advanced Safety (ADAS)
59
Electrical System
37
Brakes
24
Engine
18
Lighting
8
Power Train
7
Steering
6
Fuel System
5

2023 Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 4WD problems by category: Advanced Safety (ADAS): 59 complaints, Electrical System: 37 complaints, Brakes: 24 complaints, Engine: 18 complaints, Lighting: 8 complaints, Power Train: 7 complaints, Steering: 6 complaints, Fuel System: 5 complaints.

3
Crashes Reported
0
Fires Reported
12
Injuries Reported

Sample Owner Complaints

Electrical SystemFiled: 06/15/2025ODI#11666978
I have been having intermittent issues with a warning on dash says service safety retrain system vehicle will shut off on its own doesn't want to restart Vehicle was taken to dealership for a tsb as w…
BrakesFiled: 01/27/2025ODI#11638896
In January of 2024, my husband was driving our 2023 Chevrolet Colorado. he was pulling onto our street driving approimately 5 mph. The vehicle suddenly stopped for no apparent reason. AT this time, …
Advanced Safety (ADAS)Filed: 12/30/2023ODI#11562703
within 24 hours or purchasing this brand new truck (5 miles on it) sensor issues began and slowly escalated from a service door latch system error to auto braking engagement for absolutely no reason a…

Complaint data is sourced from the NHTSA Complaints Database. Reports are filed by vehicle owners and may not reflect confirmed defects. Last updated via NHTSA API.

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