The 2023 Chevy Colorado introduces a brand-new third generation for the midsize pickup nameplate, officially dropping cover last July. As before, the third-gen pickup is available in the Chevy Colorado ZR2 off-roader trim level, once again offering up loads of trail-ready equipment. That includes removable off-road assist steps, as highlighted here.
The removable off-road assist steps for the 2023 Chevy Colorado are only available for the Colorado ZR2 trim, and are tagged with RPO code RVP. The feature is offered as an LPO-level option, which means it is installed by the dealer, rather than at the factory when the vehicle is initially produced. Pricing is set at $495 for a set of two assist steps, which can bolt in directly to the pickup’s off-road rocker protectors (RPO code BZT).
Due to its substantial factory suspension lift, the 2023 Chevy Colorado can be tricky to get in and out of, and without proper step-ups, passengers may struggle in that regard. Luckily, these removable off-road assist steps should fix that issue. What’s more, the fact that they’re removable should allow customers to quickly prep their rig for a stint on the trails when the time is right.
As for the specs, the 2023 Chevy Colorado ZR2 features the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L3B gasoline engine as standard, specifically the 2.7L Turbo High-Output variant. Output is rated at 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. Elsewhere in the lineup, the 2023 Chevy Colorado offers the 2.7L Turbo Plus variant, rated at 310 horsepower and 391 pound-feet of torque, as well as the turbocharged 2.7L I4 L2R gasoline engine, which is rated at 237 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque.
All three engine options connect to the much-improved second-generation GM eight-speed automatic transmission. Under the body panels, the 2023 Chevy Colorado rides on an updated variant of the GMT 31XX platform. Production takes place at the GM Wentzville plant in Missouri.
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Will be curious to see how they look.
When will the 2023 ZR2 be available for purchase? 2024?
It goes without mentioning that the Colorado and Canyon are currently NOT available. 😡
I’ve been waiting since February for my ZR1
It’s built and just sitting in a field near the factory where it says it’s in Transit.
Hard to sell them if the Dealers can’t take delivery!
Am I ever going to get my Trail Boss?
Curious to know if these will fit prior generation ZR2 models (I have a 2019) as well. I could sure use a set, and have not found anything that will bolt on without removing the rocker protectors.
You’ll be fine. Barely any ZR2 owners take their trucks off road and even less that put them in situations that need rocker protection to that extent. Just take them off and add some side steps, high probability you’ll be fine and don’t fall in to the small category off hard core off roaders. Not to mention your pant legs will thank you…
wondering if they will work on the 2022 zr2
Nice! I can utilize the rocker protectors and then I could attach those on the days I take that truck to work in case a customer rides with me to lunch or something.
That would be useful but we can’t even get Chevrolet to build our trucks. They refuse to admit wentzville is apparently having some major issues. By the way these add ons are $500.
Drive a shiny new $60,000+ truck off-road?
Absolutely! That’s the reason I ordered one!
My little Sonic idles up rocky mountain roads in AZ. Forty-five degrees, not a problem. And no waiting. Would love to demonstrate up Pike’s Peak.