2023 Chevrolet Colorado

Published: April 24, 2024, 9:45 a.m.

The redesigned 2023 Chevrolet Colorado offers noticeable improvements\xa0throughout the truck. We share our first impressions of this midsized pickup truck, exploring its modern convenience features, off-road prowess, improved ride quality, and evaluating if the redesign truly paid off. Additionally, we debate regarding the impact of Toyota's renowned reliability on its overall greatness, and provide insights on combating excessive tire wear in EVs.

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More info on the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado here: https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/pickup-trucks/2023-chevrolet-colorado-review-a6426754407?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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SHOW NOTES

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00:00 - Introduction

00:15 - First Impressions: 2023 Chevrolet Colorado

02:01 - How it Drives

03:25 - The Size

07:17 - Safety Features

09:01 - Controls

10:24 - Small Trucks Demand

12:58 - Question #1:Do rear-wheel drive EVs require snow tires for winter driving, and are there EV models with reduced tire wear impact?

18:28 - Question #2: Would Toyotas still be as great without their stellar reliability?

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First Drive: Redesigned 2023 Chevrolet Colorado Is Improved Throughout

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/pickup-trucks/2023-chevrolet-colorado-review-a6426754407/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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2023 Chevrolet Colorado

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/chevrolet/colorado/2023/overview/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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Face-Off: Chevrolet Colorado vs. Ford Ranger

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/pickup-trucks/chevrolet-colorado-vs-ford-ranger-compact-pickup-truck-review-a8869698832/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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SUV or Pickup: Which to Choose?

https://www.consumerreports.org/cars/buying-a-car/suv-or-pickup-which-to-choose-a6547142065/?EXTKEY=YSOCIAL_YT

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