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2023 Chevy Colorado LT: Live Photo Gallery

GM recently pulled the sheets off the 2023 Chevy Colorado. This all-new for 2023 model represents the first model year of the third generation of the mid-size pickup truck. Today, we’re getting a real-world look at the redesigned Colorado in the following GM Authority Live Photo Gallery.

What we see in these photos, captured exclusively by GM Authority, is a Chevy Colorado in the mid-tier LT trim. We know this because of the body-colored front bumper, body-colored door handles and black mirror caps, all elements that line up with what the specific trim level. It’s worth noting that the LT badge is missing, as it’s typically found on the lower right corner of the tailgate.

This particular example is wearing Glacier Blue Metallic (GLT) exterior paint and rolls on optional 18-inch alloy wheels. The LT model is equipped with 17-inch wheels as standard.

As a reminder, the 2023 Chevy Colorado receives revised exterior styling, a completely overhauled interior, and a new powertrain for the new generation. The LT, in particular, receives a remote locking and unlocking tailgate, LT Black Interior upholstery, premium wrapped steering wheel, Power Driver Express-Up/Down Window and front and rear floor mats, among other features.

As a reminder, all 2023 Chevy Colorado trim levels are powered by one of three variants of the turbocharged 2.7L I4 gasoline engine, depending on the trim level selected. The new Chevy Colorado LT gets the “base” 2.7L I-4 L2R Turbo tune as standard, rated at 237 horsepower and 259 pound-feet of torque (max trailering rating of 3,500 pounds).

The remaining two tunes are designated with RPO Code L3B. They include the mid-range 2.7L Turbo Plus tune is optional, offering up 310 horsepower and 390 pound-feet of torque (max trailering rating of 7,700 pounds), as well as the high-output variant rated at 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque.

The second-generation GM eight-speed automatic transmission – which is not all-new but was improved for the 2023 model year – serves as the only transmission option.

The third-generation Colorado rides on an updated version of the same GMT 31XX platform used by the previous generation. Known internally within GM as 31XX-2, the updated architecture is shared with the Colorado’s corporate platform-mate, the 2023 GMC Canyon.

The new 2023 Chevy Colorado will launch during the first half of 2023, with production is slated to kick off on January 25th, 2023 at the GM Wentzville plant in Missouri. Official pricing details will follow closer to the start of production.

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  1. I would buy a 2023 ZR2 but they won’t start building them until 4/2023 so 6 months after I buy a $50000+ truck it’s a model year old. GM has blown the release of the new Colorado. Maybe they should have skipped there 23 and called the new truck the all new 2024

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    1. Rob M I don’t think the dash looks cheap at all… In fact it looks very functional some of these trucks that are on the market right now you don’t want to work out of them God forbid you get mud on fancy floor or your work keys put a whole in the real leather also that looks like the base interior. And Jeff what’s wrong with a year old Truck? My car is 12 years old and I still love it I love how you people come here to complain and nitpickik… Get a life man!

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      1. I think the iPad stuck on the dash is a cop out. Build the touch screen into the dash.
        I can’t help it that passenger side of the dash just Looks awful
        The body style is an 11. I really think that is masculine looking.
        I have a Colorado now and would love to consider a new one.

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    2. On the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado LT can you put 20 inch rims on this new truck, also what would it cost to put turbo plus on the Colorado LT?? I want to buy one but how long would it take to buy one is my question.

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    3. Boo hoo for you? You buy a truck that isn’t the first off the showroom floor. Tell me you’re buying for looks with out actually telling us that you have no use for a truck. Bet that locker will get all kinds of work outs when you name drop it at the local starbucks.

      You should be happy they give 6 months time to work out a few more kinks, sure you won’t be able to be the first new Colorado at your kids soccer practice, but if you act now you could have the first ZR2…

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  2. I can’t help it. I tried to like it. I looked at it many times. But wow it is so cheap looking.
    But that is the ugliest dash I have ever seen. It’s a real letdown compared to the body design.
    A real disappointment.

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  3. So the LT only has a black interior? And what is with the “premium wrapped” wheel? Are they leaving out leather and making these with some sort of cheaper imitation vinyl? Really wish they were making an ext cab as that would be the only body style that would interest me.

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  4. Man that’s big mid size truck . Really doesn’t feel mid size at all. I like it . Well done

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    1. Feel? You drove it? How does it drive? How else does it feel inside or on the road?

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  5. After owning each of the previous generations, I find it ridiculous for chevy to not offer at least a 6′ bed, or extended cab model. I thought it was a truck. Now it’s just a big toy with a bed not large enough to haul the toys. Guess I’ll be moving on to another manufacturer. Love how fuel numbers, along with pricing is still a secret.

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  6. No leather in the LT is a big let down for me. Cloth or Evotex isn’t going to cut it. And I dont like the plastic fender flares on the Z71.

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    1. Leather is silly, it isn’t a soft premium leather at this price point. It requires upkeep, looks worn out sooner and is hot in the summer and cold in the winter. Not sure what the infatuation is with leather. I much prefer cloth, I can clean it much easier, no maintenance, no swings in temps and if it gets bad a quick shampoo and it is new.

      Now the Evotex is promising. If it is anything like the softex in the Toyota’s it will be great. The softex are softer than leather (so it feels much more premium than any mid or lower grade vehicle with leather) and it is robust as all heck without any upkeep needed. Shoot, can even use a mr clean magic eraser to get the hard to remove stuff out. I would settle for that if I had to but it has to have cooled seats down here in the south, but I still much prefer cloth. I still use seat covers when wet or sweaty no matter the material.

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  7. Right out the gate, this represents GM giving the people what it wants them to have rather than what the people actually want. I predict that after the first wave of buyers [excited by a new product offering], the bulk of Chevrolet’s sales for this truck over its run will be municipalities and retirees. With a restricted engine offerings and only ONE bed size, GM has JUST confirmed that this pickup will NEVER rest in my driveway. Because it at least comes standard with a V-6 and a long bed option, I’m considering the new Nissan Frontier instead. Thanks alot, GM.

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  8. What is hanging down next to the spare tire? is that a muffler or some BIG ugly shield?

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  9. Economics of scale. When production becomes more efficient; building one body style, providing one dependable engine, the costs are reduced, and hopefully these reductions are ultimately passed along to the consumer. Few people wanted the extended cab, so off with its head. Most consumers looking for a mid-sized truck aren’t going to be hauling a truck load of sod or muddy four wheelers in their bed. They want a bed big enough to put a couple of bicycles, or some wet beach gear or sweaty athletic equipment. I would be downsizing from a larger bed, but with some more careful stowing, hopefully I can still handle my pickups and deliveries. The proof is in the pudding, or in the driving. Let’s see how this bad baby handles, and how the Benjamins stack up when we put pen to paper.

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