As GM ramps up to begin building the 2022 Chevy Colorado on September 27th, the automaker has provided dealers with the trim levels it recommends they order the mid-size pickup. Per documents seen by GM Authority, Chevrolet recommends that dealers follow the following trim mix when ordering the 2022 Colorado:
- Work Truck: 25 percent
- LT: 45 percent
- Z71: 18 percent
- ZR2: 12 percent
2022 Chevy Colorado Trail Boss
The 2022 Chevy Colorado introduces a new Trail Boss package for off-roading enthusiasts, bridging the gap between the Z71 trim level and the ultra-capable Colorado ZR2. The Trail Boss upgrades give the Chevy Colorado a more rugged exterior along with a one-inch front leveling kit, along with front and mid skid plates.
The Colorado Trail Boss package is offered on both the LT and Z71 trim levels equipped with four-wheel-drive and is available in conjunction with all Colorado powertrain options. Both the LT and Z71 trims are available in Extended Cab/Long Box, Crew Cab/Short Box, and Crew Cab/Long Box body configurations.
Although the 2022 Chevy Colorado Z71 four-wheel-drive model can only be specified with the naturally aspirated 3.6L LGZ V6 gasoline engine, the LT Extended Cab is available with either the 3.6L LGZ or the naturally aspirated 2.5L LCV I4 gasoline engine. Meanwhile, LT and Z71 Crew Cab models are available with either the 3.6L LGZ or the 2.8L LWN I4Â turbo-diesel Duramax engine.
As a reminder, the naturally aspirated 2.5L LCV gasoline engine is rated at 200 horsepower and 191 pound-feet of torque, the naturally aspirated 3.6L LGZ is rated at 308 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque, and the 2.8L LWN diesel is rated at 181 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.
The 2022 Chevy Colorado received minimal updates, representing the eighth model year of the second-generation mid-sized pickup truck. The changes consisted of small package alterations and the introduction of the aforementioned Trail Boss model. The Colorado underwent a light update for the 2021 model year, which was as close to a mid-cycle refresh (MCE) as the second-gen model will get before being overhauled for the 2023 model year.
- See more on the 2023 Chevy Colorado
2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2
As GM Authority exclusively reported, inventory of the Chevy Colorado was critically low in the U.S. with just seven days supply as of the first week of September. This was caused by extended periods of production down time at the GM Wentzville plant in Missouri.
As of this writing, production of the 2021 Chevy Colorado has ended, and production of the 2022 Chevy Colorado and GMC Canyon pickup trucks at Wentzville was originally slated to begin September 20th. However, due to the continuing impact of the ongoing global semiconductor chip shortage, downtime for both models was extended another week, until September 27th. The Wentzville plant also produces the Chevy Express and GMC Savana vans, affected by the downtime as well.
A delay in the production of the 2022 Chevy Colorado and the lack of 2021 model year inventory has resulted in a steep drop in sales volume and share during the second quarter of 2021.
Sales Numbers - Midsize Mainstream Pickup Trucks - Q2 2021 - USA
| MODEL | Q2 21 / Q2 20 | Q2 21 | Q2 20 | Q2 21 SHARE | Q2 20 SHARE | YTD 21 / YTD 20 | YTD 21 | YTD 20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOYOTA TACOMA | +42.66% | 72,847 | 51,063 | 42% | 39% | +33.04% | 139,296 | 104,699 |
| FORD RANGER | +36.78% | 34,205 | 25,008 | 20% | 19% | +26.93% | 58,371 | 45,988 |
| JEEP GLADIATOR | +53.12% | 29,962 | 19,568 | 17% | 15% | +40.08% | 48,784 | 34,827 |
| NISSAN FRONTIER | +77.53% | 15,612 | 8,794 | 9% | 7% | +38.37% | 26,392 | 19,074 |
| CHEVROLET COLORADO | -25.54% | 14,776 | 19,843 | 9% | 15% | -5.85% | 38,859 | 41,273 |
| GMC CANYON | +2.33% | 5,347 | 5,225 | 3% | 4% | +28.67% | 12,491 | 9,708 |
| TOTAL | +33.40% | 172,749 | 129,501 | +26.85% | 324,193 | 255,569 |
Colorado sales fell 26 percent during Q2 2021, placing the vehicle in fifth place in its competitive set. That’s a significant drop for the midsize Chevy pickup, which typically places second in its competitive set (behind the Toyota Tacoma) in terms of cumulative sales volume.Â
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Comments
Much of what to order depends what area the dealer is in too.
Correct. These are national averages for ordering. Generally speaking, they apply to most areas of the U.S., but there are some exceptions.
If you are stocking 8 plus units, of something, you can mix it up. If you get one or two units, here and there. You can stock the fastest turning unit.
You can TRY to.
This was always a joke to me because the average dealer gets one per month, so this order combination thing is useless w such little inventory.
A good sales manager knows how to order his stock so it sells,it comes down to the peoples income and needs in there area not what Detroit wants
We put an order in for a 2021 Chevy Colorado on January 5th. We have still not received it and today is Sept. 25th. The manufacturer told our dealer it was produced around August 4th, except for the chip. We are still waiting….
Hey GM, How about delivering our 2021 models that we’ve been waiting for, for months, instead of talking about building the 2022’s….I imagine anyone who orders a 2022 probably won’t get it until 2023 or later.
On another note those of us who are waiting for our 2021’s are technically getting last years model and normally year end models get a discount, but don’t hold your breath this time around.
I have gotten some junk emails from dealers who were at 5k over MSRP so I guess you are blessed that you have not been shaken down!
Time to remember dealers like that when vehicles become plentiful again. You’ll know who to ignore.
My local game-player of a Ford dealer is, by the look of his who room and the “everything must go” A-board signs along the sidewalk, is dying.
Do what ever puffs your panties.
I considering never to order another GM vehicle again if GM doesn’t fix my eight transmission in my 2017 colorado which still has powertrain warranty left.
An I’ve been buying GM vehicle scene I was 18 years old , I’m 54 now.
did you get the transmission fluid changed?
If it is basically functional they will probably label your problem ”normal” If you have an issue with upshifting in the low gears I have heard electronically turning off 2nd gear works
Key 🔑 thing to come out of GM is cost cutting and more cost cutting. Why can’t they build and give their buyers what they want any more. It is down right sad!
Well, you have to have cost cutting somewhere when you’re paying Mary 40 million a year.
There is certainly something way off base when CEOs such as Mary receive 40 million a year. I ask for what purpose ? No wonder the bean counters keep pecking away and we end up with vehicles that malfunction and have problems.