The Chevrolet Colorado Pulls Ahead When Compared to the Toyota Tacoma & Ford Ranger
The New Chevy Colorado vs. the Toyota Tacoma and Ford Ranger: The King of the Hill
How do you satisfy your passion for going off-road? You go. But you can't just strap your equipment to your sedan and hit the road. Although you love the four-cylinder's efficiency, it can't handle the rough and rugged terrain. But there's a Chevy alternative. The 2023 Chevy Colorado brings the versatility of a full-sized, off-road vehicle with the efficiency of a small sedan. As it carves out a path in the mid-size pickup segment, there's a couple of challengers in its way. But don't worry. We'll show you why the Chevy Colorado has no problem trucking over the competition.
Ford Ranger
Chevrolet Colorado
Toyota Tacoma
Performance
Performance
Chevy Colorado
An efficient pickup truck in West Caldwell? Yes. That's the Chevy Colorado. The turbocharged 2.7L inline-four-cylinder engine mates to an eight-speed automatic transmission. The EPA-estimated 19/23 MPG city/highway is available with the WT and LT. There are also varying power outputs for select trims. The WT and LT have 237 horsepower and 259 lb.-ft. of torque, the Z71 and Trail Boss have 310 horsepower and 390 lb.-ft. of torque, and the top ZR2 delivers 310 horsepower and 430 lb.-ft. of torque. Max towing capacity is at 7,700 lbs. Available off-road features include 35-inch tires, a factory-installed lift, a wider chassis, and 5 Baron Steel skid plates for best-in-class underbody protection.
Toyota Tacoma
The Toyota Tacoma offers two engines for its lineup. The standard four-cylinder only squeaks out 159 horsepower and 180 lb.-ft. of torque. But the stronger 3.5L V6 engine gives this model a kick in the pants with 278 horsepower and 265 lb.-ft. of torque. Off-roading is best in the Tacoma TRD Pro. It includes factory-lifted suspension, big-time shock absorbers, and available 18-inch wheels. If customers option the four-wheel drive with their V6 engine combination, the Toyota Tacoma will pull up to 6,800 lbs. and carry up to 1,685 lbs. in the flatbed.
Ford Ranger
The 2023 Ford Ranger's standard 2.3L EcoBoost saddles up with 270 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft. of torque. Customers seeking an off-road companion will opt for the Ranger XLT. It includes 8.9 inches of ground clearance and a Terrain Management System that can help customers maneuver across rough and rugged terrain. The max towing capacity tops out at 7,500 lb. with best-in-class payload of 1,905 lbs.
Interior Design
Interior Design
Chevy Colorado
There's room for five inside the standard four-door crew cab configuration. The standard six-way manual adjustable driver's seat and four-way manual passenger's seat guide you to the perfect driving position. Your redesigned center console offers better-placed controls and improved front-row spacing. You can option your Chevy Colorado with synthetic leather or genuine leather upholstery. Further upgrades include an eight-way power adjustable driver's seat, heated and ventilated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a rear center armrest.
Toyota Tacoma
The Toyota Tacoma has room for up to five passengers, depending on your cabin configuration. Cloth seat material and four-way manual front seats are a couple of the base-level offerings. You can upgrade to a higher trim or option leather-trimmed, heated front seats with 10-way power adjustments and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
Ford Ranger
The entry-level Ford Ranger adds front bucket seats and premium cloth upholstery with room for five. Refined materials along the door and dash give the cabin a more inviting appearance for customers in Dover, NJ. You can upgrade your cabin with leather upholstery and power-adjustable heated front seats.
Safety and Technology
Safety and Technology
Chevy Colorado
Entry-level technology features include an 8-inch digital gauge cluster, 11.3-inch touchscreen, and Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™. But, if you need more for your commute in Newark or Hanover, NJ, there's more available. You can upgrade with an 11-inch digital instrument cluster, rear USB ports, and a wireless charging device. The Chevy Safety Assistance Package includes a host of standard and available driver assistance features like lane-keeping assistance, blind spot monitoring, forward collision warning, and more.
Toyota Tacoma
The Toyota Tacoma offers a 7-inch infotainment touchscreen, Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ connections, a trio of USB ports, and voice recognition technology as the base level. You can upgrade with Amazon Alexa, a six-speaker JBL premium sound system, an 8-inch Navigation-installed touchscreen, and a wireless phone charger. The award-winning Toyota Safety Sense™ uses driver assistance technology like pre-collision and lane departure warnings.
Ford Ranger
FordPass™ connect members will gain access to a Wi-Fi connection. Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connections are entry-level features. Upgrades include an 8-inch infotainment screen and voice-activated navigation. Ford Co-Pilot360™ technology will improve road awareness with forward-collision warning, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert.
Learn More At Schumacher Chevrolet of Livingston
There's only one way to satisfy your off-road passion in Summit, NJ. And that's with the king of the hill. The 2023 Chevy Colorado is available at Schumacher Chevrolet of Livingston. Get pre-approved for your financing or lease deal online. And then sign and drive when you get to our Chevy dealership. It's that easy to own your new Chevy Colorado. We'll see you soon.
1Dealer Discount applied to everyone
-
Schumacher Chevrolet of Livingston
606 West Mount Pleasant Avenue
Livingston, NJ 07039
- Sales: (973) 577-7916