Jump to content

2021 Chevrolet Colorado Revealed


Anthony

Recommended Posts

https://media.chevrolet.com/media/u.../Pages/news/us/en/2019/oct/1008-colorado.html

DETROIT — Today, Chevrolet debuts a new look for its Colorado midsize truck franchise. The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado will make its first public appearance at the 2019 Method Race Wheels Laughlin Desert Classic on Oct.10, driven by Hall Racing. The 2021 Colorado ZR2 will then debut at the SEMA show in Las Vegas.

The Colorado lineup will now feature greater differentiation from trim to trim and the addition of the new “Sand Dune Metallic” exterior paint color option available on the Z71 and ZR2 models. All Colorado variants will also include revised front Chevy “bowtie” emblems and embossed “Chevrolet” tailgates in place of the traditional Chevy bowtie on the rear end of the vehicles.

“We’ve sold 520,000 Colorado pickups in five years through a relentless, foot-on-the-gas approach to product and feature updates,” said Bob Krapes, director of marketing, Chevrolet Trucks. “With its new-look front end and tailgate, Colorado will now have a more aggressive appearance to match its award-winning capability.”

The WT, LT and Z71 Colorado trim levels will all receive updated center bars, lower fascias and front skid plates for 2021. WT and LT will feature all-new gold Chevy bowtie logos, while Z71 receives a black bowtie logo.

The ZR2 off-road performance variant will receive a new appearance to match its standout capability. ZR2 will be the only Colorado model to feature the all-new, lettered, flow-through “Chevrolet” front fascia. ZR2’s new front end provides drivers with improved visibility and looks even more aggressive, which adds to its dynamic, “segment of one” appearance.

ZR2, with its revolutionary, segment-exclusive Multimatic DSSVTM position-sensitive dampers, standard front and rear electronic locking differentials, 2-inch suspension lift, 3.5-inch wider track, off-road rocker protection, cast iron control arms, Autotrac transfer case, and multiple skid plates, will now come equipped with standard red tow hooks as well.

The 2021 Chevrolet Colorado goes on sale next year. Pricing will be announced closer to production. All 2021 Colorado models will be built at General Motors’ Wentzville Assembly Center in Wentzville, Missouri.

 

2021-Chevrolet-Colorado-ZR2-001.thumb.jpg.20e309112834ee7d519c7035d00950ea.jpg2021-Chevrolet-Colorado-ZR2-002.thumb.jpg.4cab6f007d07bbe271fb5967a19e9ee8.jpg2021-Chevrolet-Colorado-ZR2-005.thumb.jpg.1a248211dc473c18995c215ccd9ff9fe.jpg

Link to comment
Share on other sites

1 minute ago, silvrsvt said:

Guess GM's new modus operandi is to make their trucks as ugly as possible now? 

 

The worst part of that design is slapping the bow tie on the grill to the right-WTF are they thinking?

 

The grill texture is funky too-but its not ugly-just different. 

 

An off-centered grille badge can be ok if done right.

 

But the way they but BOTH the bowtie and CHEVROLET looks stupid.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

56 minutes ago, silvrsvt said:

Guess GM's new modus operandi is to make their trucks as ugly as possible now? 

 

The worst part of that design is slapping the bow tie on the grill to the right-WTF are they thinking?

 

The grill texture is funky too-but its not ugly-just different. 

I thought the same thing before I read any comments.  Wtf is up with the bowtie..  better off leaving it off the truck over that.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

1 hour ago, fuzzymoomoo said:

 

They sure did, especially with NG Ranger right around the corner and GM already saying there is no NG Canyorado.  

I didn't know GM has no plans for NG Canyorado. I wonder why since they had been doing pretty good until Ranger came around. I thought the 2021 update was just to keep it going until the next gen comes around. But they apparently plan on killing off Canyorado at some point? Didn't hear anything about that.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

32 minutes ago, pffan1990 said:

I didn't know GM has no plans for NG Canyorado. I wonder why since they had been doing pretty good until Ranger came around. I thought the 2021 update was just to keep it going until the next gen comes around. But they apparently plan on killing off Canyorado at some point? Didn't hear anything about that.

 

They may not have publicly said it but insiders have said that it was cancelled and future redesigns will use the existing platform to save costs.

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

What is the advantage of this?? I would be willing to bet that a certain someone will bemoan the fact that they aren't made of of a certain variant of cast iron...

 

Quote

ZR2, with its revolutionary, segment-exclusive Multimatic DSSVTM position-sensitive dampers, standard front and rear electronic locking differentials, 2-inch suspension lift, 3.5-inch wider track, off-road rocker protection, cast iron control arms, Autotrac transfer case, and multiple skid plates, will now come equipped with standard red tow hooks as wel

 

Edited by twintornados
  • Haha 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

6 hours ago, fuzzymoomoo said:

 

They may not have publicly said it but insiders have said that it was cancelled and future redesigns will use the existing platform to save costs.

 

Oh wow, interesting move.  I guess they see the segment as stagnant now perhaps....or they see how Toyota approaches the segment (keep basically the same vehicle with minor updates for decades at a time) and think that'll work for them.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

5 minutes ago, rmc523 said:

 

Oh wow, interesting move.  I guess they see the segment as stagnant now perhaps....or they see how Toyota approaches the segment (keep basically the same vehicle with minor updates for decades at a time) and think that'll work for them.

I don’t think it’s a terrible plan. As long as you change the looks, interior, and enhance the drivetrain periodically, it would probably work out. How much does the frame and greenhouse really have to change if you are starting from a decent position. 

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

14 minutes ago, rmc523 said:

 

Oh wow, interesting move.  I guess they see the segment as stagnant now perhaps....or they see how Toyota approaches the segment (keep basically the same vehicle with minor updates for decades at a time) and think that'll work for them.

 

That is known as the "Panther maneuver" . 

  • Like 1
Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
×
  • Create New...