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2023 Chevy Colorado vs. 2022 Colorado: Spec Comparison

GM pulled the sheets on the all-new 2023 Chevy Colorado last July, unveiling a brand-new third-generation pickup offering up new styling, an overhauled interior space, and a new powertrain. Now, we’re taking a closer look at the 2023 Chevy Colorado’s specs by comparing them against the preceding 2022 model year in the following GM Authority spec breakdown.

This comparison looks at a wide variety of specs between the 2023 Chevy Colorado and the preceding 2022 model year, including exterior dimensions, interior dimensions, weights, payload, towing, and powertrain numbers. In the interest of simplicity, we opted to exclude the Extended Cab / Long Bed and Crew Cab / Long Bed body configurations. So, without further ado, let’s dive right into the exterior dimensions.

2023 Chevy Colorado vs. 2022 Chevy Colorado Spec Comparison - Exterior Dimensions

2022 Chevy Colorado2023 Chevy Colorado+ / - 2023 Colorado
Crew Cab Short BedCrew Cab
Wheelbase (in.)128.3131.4+3.1
Wheelbase (in.) (ZR2)128.5131.4+2.9
Length (in.) (WT, LT, Z71)212.7213+0.3
Length (in.) (Trail Boss)-213.2
Length (in.) ZR2212.4212.7+0.3
Width With Mirrors (in.)83.984.4+0.5
Width Without Mirrors (in.) WT, LT & Z7174.374.9+0.6
Width Without Mirrors (in.) Trail Boss & ZR274.376.4+2.1
Height (in.) (Including Equipment) WT & LT70.778.8+8.1
Height (in.) (Including Equipment) Z7170.779.6+8.9
Height (in.) (Including Equipment) Trail Boss-79.9
Height (in.) (Including Equipment) ZR272.281.9+9.7
Front track (in.) WT, LT62.462.8+0.4
Front track (in.) Z7162.462.6+0.2
Front track (in.) Trail Boss-66.2
Front track (in.) ZR265.966.3+0.4
Rear track (in.) WT, LT62.462.8+0.4
Rear track (in.) Z7162.462.6+0.2
Rear track (in.) Trail Boss-66.1
Rear track (in.) ZR265.966.3+0.4
Ground Clearance (in.) WT, LT8.37.9-0.4
Ground Clearance (in.) Z718.38.9+0.6
Ground Clearance (in.) Trail Boss-9.5
Ground Clearance (in.) ZR28.910.7+1.8
Approach Angle (degrees) WT, LT17.4TBD
Approach Angle (degrees) Z712529.1+4.1
Approach Angle (degrees) Trail Boss-30.5
Approach Angle (degrees) ZR23038.3+8.3
Departure Angle (degrees) WT, LT22.1TBD
Departure Angle (degrees) Z7122.722.3-0.4
Departure Angle (degrees) Trail Boss-22.4
Departure Angle (degrees) ZR223.525.1+1.6
Breakover Angle (degrees) WT, LT22TBD
Breakover Angle (degrees) Z7119.819.5-0.3
Breakover Angle (degrees) Trail Boss-21
Breakover Angle (degrees) ZR223.524.6+1.1
Cargo Bed Length At Floor (in.)61.761.70
Width At Wheelhouse (in.)44.445.5+1.1
Maximum Bed Width (in.) WT, LT57.858.2+0.4
Maximum Bed Width (in.) Z7157.858.2+0.4
Maximum Bed Width (in.) Trail Boss-58.9
Maximum Bed Width (in.) ZR257.858.9+1.1
Cargo Capacity (cu. ft.)41.341.9+0.6

As we can see, the 2023 Chevy Colorado exterior dimensions differ slightly between the various trim levels. However, the big takeaway here is that the third-gen model is significantly larger than the preceding model year, gaining roughly 3 inches in wheelbase. 0.3 inches in overall length, upwards of 2 inches in overall width, and nearly 10 inches in overall height. The front and rear track are also wider.

The 2023 Chevy Colorado also offers more ground clearance than before with regard to Z71 and ZR2 trim levels.

2023 Chevy Colorado vs. 2022 Chevy Colorado Spec Comparison - Interior Dimensions

2022 Chevy Colorado2023 Chevy Colorado+ / - 2023 Colorado
Crew Cab Short BedCrew Cab
Front Headroom (in.)41.440.3-1.1
Rear Headroom (in.)38.338.30
Front Legroom (in.)4545.2+0.2
Rear Legroom (in.)35.834.7-1.1
Front Shoulder Room (in.)57.557.4-0.1
Rear Shoulder Room (in.)56.256.1-0.1
Front Hip Room (in.)5554.7-0.3
Rear Hip Room (in.)53.353.1-0.2

Moving inside, we find that the 2023 Chevy Colorado offers slightly less interior room than the previous model year, with the exception of front legroom, which is up 0.2 inches. The rest of the measurements are in the negative, while rear headroom is static at 38.3 inches.

2023 Chevy Colorado vs. 2022 Chevy Colorado Spec Comparison - Weights

2022 Chevy Colorado2023 Chevy Colorado+ / - 2023 Colorado
Crew Cab Short BedCrew Cab
Curb weight (lbs.) WT4,0304,270+240
Curb weight (lbs.) LT4,0504,310+260
Curb weight (lbs.) Z714,2804,640+360
Curb weight (lbs.) Trail Boss-4,971
Curb weight (lbs.) ZR24,7304,940+210
GVWR (lbs.) WT, LT5,5006,250+750
GVWR (lbs.) Z716,2006,250+50
GVWR (lbs.) Trail Boss-6,250
GVWR (lbs.) ZR26,2006,2000

With regard to weights, the 2023 Chevy Colorado is several hundreds heavier than equivalent 2022-model-year vehicles. This can be chalked up to the additional comfort and convenience features, at least partially.

2023 Chevy Colorado vs. 2022 Chevy Colorado Spec Comparison - Payload Capacities

2022 Chevy Colorado2023 Chevy Colorado+ / - 2023 Colorado
Crew Cab Short BedCrew Cab
Payload (lbs.) WT1,5401,684+144
Payload (lbs.) LT1,5401,684+144
Payload (lbs.) Z711,4901,587+97
Payload (lbs.) Trail Boss-1,587
Payload (lbs.) ZR21,2401,151-89

So what about payload? As it turns out, the 2023 Chevy Colorado features slightly better payload than the 2022 model, with WT and LT gaining 144 pounds, and Z71 gaining 97 pounds. ZR2 models lose 89 pounds.

2023 Chevy Colorado vs. 2022 Chevy Colorado Spec Comparison - Towing Capacities

2022 Chevy Colorado2023 Chevy Colorado+ / - 2023 Colorado
Crew Cab Short BedCrew Cab
Max Towing Capacity (lbs.) WT, LT, Z717,7007,7000
Max Towing Capacity (lbs.) ZR25,0006,000+1,000

Towing in the 2023 Chevy Colorado is unchanged, although it should be noted that the max rating is compared to the 2022 Chevy Colorado’s optional 2.8L I4 LWN turbodiesel Duramax engine. Meanwhile, 2022 Chevy Colorado models equipped with the naturally aspirated 3.6L V6 LGZ gasoline engine are rated at 7,000 pounds. Also notable is a higher max towing capacity for the 2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2.

2023 Chevy Colorado vs. 2022 Chevy Colorado Spec Comparison - Powertrains

2022 Chevy Colorado2023 Chevy Colorado
Powertrain3.6L V6 LGZTurbo-Diesel 2.8L I4 LWNTurbo 2.7L I4 L2RTurbo Plus 2.7L I4 L3BTurbo High-Output 2.7L I4 L3B
Power (hp / kW @ RPM)308 / 230 @ 6,800181 / 135 @ 3,400 237 / 177 @ 5,600310 / 231 @ 5,600310 / 231 @ 5,600
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ RPM)275 / 373 @ 4,000 369 / 500 @ 2,000 260 / 350 @ 1,200-4,000391 / 530 @ 2,000430 / 583 @ 3,000
TransmissionGM 8-speed automaticGM 6-speed automaticGM 8-speed automaticGM 8-speed automaticGM 8-speed automatic
Drive Wheels2WD / 4WD2WD / 4WD2WD / 4WD2WD / 4WD2WD / 4WD
Fuel Tank (gal.)2121212121

Finally, we have the powertrain. Whereas the 2022 Chevy Colorado offered the gasoline-fueled 3.6L V6 LGZ and diesel-powered 2.8L I4 LWN, the 2023 Chevy Colorado is only available with the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine. That said, the 2023 Colorado’s turbo ‘four is offered in three states of tune, the least-powerful of which gets its own RPO code (L2R).

As a reminder, the 2023 Chevy Colorado rides on the updated GM 31XX-2 platform. Production takes place at the GM Wentzville plant in Missouri.

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Jonathan is an automotive journalist based out of Southern California. He loves anything and everything on four wheels.

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Comments

  1. Did it really grow 8inches in height?

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    1. I actually think they are counting the little antenna too. Not sure if they did in the 2022 because I can’t believe it got that much taller. Looking on the web the 2022 were about 78-80inches with the antenna. Even though GM only listed them at 70.7 inches tall. They may have to include the antenna now. The 2023 spec says with all equipment so i’m thinking the antenna has got to be included in the height of the 2023’s.

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      1. I hope it includes the antenna, if not, it won’t fit in my garage.

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      2. I believe you are correct about including the antennae. Usually when they list “Overall Height” they are including “all accessories”….which is the antennae. If you notice on the review videos of the GMC AT4 (same 2 inch lift as the Trail Boss) the roofline is only slightly taller than the 6 foot guy making the review. I did the same kind of measurements on my GMC 1500 HD and the factory lists it at 78.8 inches tall. However the roofline is 73 inches and the top of the antenna is 78.8 inches. And when I took my tape measure and just did 80 inches (79.8, close enough) and if that was the roofline, then you would have a mid-sized MONSTER truck.

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  2. Still don’t understand how you can make a vehicle bigger on the outside, but smaller on the inside. It’s a reverse TARDIS.

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  3. MPG? My diesel has averaged 28 mpg over 75k miles.

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  4. Truck would be great if it gave us some choices, like a 6 cylinder, long box, cab choices.and yes before people complain they won’t sell enough or it’s cost to much I call bull.

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    1. They do offer that it’s called a Silverado

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  5. SCSB or no sale for me.

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  6. What’s the mpg? did I miss that . Still less to go wrong with the 6 cylinder. Gm has more faith in the 6, considering they put it in so many models as the upgraded motor.

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  7. 8 inches taller and almost 300 lbs heavier. Are they planning on nixing the full size or something?

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  8. Less front headroom ??? Why?

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    1. Slightly less headroom because of the sunroof option …need more space to slide glass back

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  9. That IS weird that it’s significantly bigger on the outside, yet smaller on the inside.
    Some engineer’s slide rule needs to be recalibrated. LOL

    Interestingly, this new truck is just a SMIDGE smaller than the old GMT-400 trucks. Crazy that the new “compacts” are almost as big as the old full sizers.

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  10. No thanks

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  11. yes…give us some mpg. numbers i am expecting maybe ONE MPG. improvement if that over the 3.6 with the highway ratings , city driving should be better than the v6.. however in the real world????.. also if i recall recently the full size pickup with the 5.3 mileage ratings on highway were basicly identical with the 4 cyl. turbo.. it would be nice to get some feedback from fullsize 4 cyl. owners

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  12. what did they do with all of space a single smaller engine left over – 1) would have like to see that added to the back seat or 2) to the length of the bed

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  13. Anybody know what seat covers fit the 2023 LT front and rear that don’t cost a small fortune? Will a 2022 set fit? I bought a sunscreen for a 2022 and it fits perfectly in the windshield.

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