Lucas Chevrolet · South Jersey
Engine, passenger space, cargo-box dimensions and load limits for the Colorado.

The 2027 Chevrolet Colorado gives South Jersey buyers 350 hp, 450 lb-ft of torque and a five-passenger Crew Cab with a 61.70-inch cargo-box floor. The 131.36-inch wheelbase is shared across the standard models. Driveline, suspension and equipment account for the differences in height, weight and payload.
The Colorado overview connects those figures to everyday driving, and the all-trims comparison separates standard equipment from available options. For Cherry Hill driving on Route 38, the short-box footprint and passenger cabin are as relevant as the headline engine output.
| The 2027 Colorado TurboMax produces 350 hp and 450 lb-ft through an eight-speed automatic. |
| The Crew Cab seats five with 45.17 inches of front legroom and 34.70 inches of rear legroom. |
| The cargo box holds 41.9 cubic feet and measures 61.70 inches at the floor. |
| The 2027 owner’s manual specifies 21.5 gallons of fuel capacity and 6.0 quarts of engine oil with a filter. |
Every Colorado model uses the 2.7L TurboMax gasoline inline-four and an eight-speed automatic. The powertrain provides its 350 hp without a trim-specific engine upgrade.
| Item | 2027 Colorado specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.7L turbocharged inline-four, TurboMax L4B |
| Output | 350 hp; 450 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Eight-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Regular unleaded, minimum 87 octane |
| WT / Custom / LT drive choices | 2WD or 4WD |
| Trail Boss / Z71 / ZR2 drive layout | 4WD |
| Oil with filter | 6.0 quarts; SAE 0W-30 full synthetic, dexos1 |
The TurboMax uses redesigned pistons, a revised turbocharger, upgraded fuel injection and active thermal management. Those engine details support the shared output across the model range. The maintenance and service schedule carries the oil-life requirements and specific service intervals.
The wheelbase is 131.36 inches, while the suspension and body equipment produce different heights and widths. The figures below describe the named base styles: WT, Custom and LT with 2WD, and Trail Boss, Z71 and ZR2 with 4WD.
| Base style | Length, in | Body width, in, mirrors excluded | Height, in | Clearance, in | Curb weight, pounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WT 2WD | 213.02 | 74.91 | 78.79 | 7.90 | 4,204 |
| Custom 2WD | 213.02 | 74.91 | 78.79 | 7.90 | 4,204 |
| LT 2WD | 213.21 | 74.91 | 78.79 | 7.90 | 4,204 |
| Trail Boss 4WD | 213.21 | 78.09 | 79.83 | 9.51 | 4,524 |
| Z71 4WD | 213.21 | 76.32 | 79.58 | 8.90 | 4,517 |
| ZR2 4WD | 212.69 | 78.09 | 81.80 | 10.73 | 4,805 |
The mirror-inclusive width is 84.4 inches. Body width and mirror width answer different space questions: a ZR2’s body is 78.09 inches wide, while the mirrors extend the overall envelope. A Burlington owner fitting a pickup beside storage shelves has both the body and mirror measurements in play.
The curb weights are Chevrolet’s configurator figures for the specified base styles. Factory options, accessories and cargo alter the actual truck’s mass. The individual vehicle’s tire-and-loading and certification labels govern its load limits.

The five-seat Crew Cab provides 45.17 inches of front legroom and 34.70 inches in the rear. The cabin’s seating measurements are shared across these base styles, giving the truck a passenger role alongside its separate bed.
| Cabin measurement | Front row, inches | Second row, inches |
|---|---|---|
| Headroom | 40.29 | 38.28 |
| Legroom | 45.17 | 34.70 |
| Shoulder room | 57.40 | 56.13 |
| Hip room | 54.71 | 53.09 |
The front row has the larger legroom measurement. The second row places the remaining passengers inside the cab while the open box holds outdoor gear and project supplies. For a Marlton household combining errands and home projects, that cabin-and-bed split is the Colorado’s basic layout.
The short box has 41.9 cubic feet of cargo volume. Those dimensions describe space; payload describes the weight the truck carries.
| Base Crew Cab / short-box style | GVWR, pounds | Curb weight, pounds | Published maximum payload, pounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| WT 2WD | 6,050 | 4,204 | 1,846 |
| Custom 2WD | 6,050 | 4,204 | 1,846 |
| LT 2WD | 6,050 | 4,204 | 1,846 |
| Trail Boss 4WD | 6,250 | 4,524 | 1,726 |
| Z71 4WD | 6,250 | 4,517 | 1,733 |
| ZR2 4WD | 6,250 | 4,805 | 1,445 |
The listed payload figures are published base-style maxima. Passengers, accessories, cargo and trailer tongue weight share the available capacity, and optional equipment reduces it. The Colorado towing breakdown includes the combined-weight and tongue-load limits for the package and off-road versions.
| Properly equipped 2.7L Crew Cab setup | Maximum conventional trailer rating | GCWR, pounds |
|---|---|---|
| Without Trailering Package | 3,500 lbs | 9,100 |
| With Trailering Package, excluding ZR2 and Bison | 7,700 lbs | 13,250 |
| ZR2 | 6,000 lbs | 11,600 |
| ZR2 Bison | 5,500 lbs | 11,600 |
The trailer ratings above require the specified equipment and remain subject to the loaded vehicle’s limits. For Delran owners carrying both people and a trailer on Route 130, trailer tongue load and cabin occupants count toward the same truck payload. A properly equipped Colorado with trailering equipment pairs the truck’s towing role with its passenger cabin.
Wheel and tire specifications follow the model’s equipment direction. WT and LT start on 17-inch wheels, Custom uses 18-inch black aluminum wheels, and the off-road models bring different all-terrain or mud-terrain tires.
| Model | Standard wheels | Tire direction |
|---|---|---|
| WT | 17-inch Ultra Silver Metallic steel | All-season |
| Custom | 18-inch High Gloss Black aluminum | All-season |
| LT | 17-inch Blade Silver | All-season |
| Trail Boss | 18-inch | 32-inch all-terrain |
| Z71 | 18-inch | 32-inch all-terrain |
| ZR2 | 17-inch | 33-inch mud-terrain |
| ZR2 Bison edition | 17-inch | 35-inch mud-terrain |
The chassis uses independent front suspension and a two-stage multi-leaf rear suspension. Four-wheel antilock disc brakes provide the braking hardware. ZR2 adds Multimatic DSSV dampers, while Bison brings jounce control dampers and additional underbody protection for its trail role.

The EPA lists separate 2027 Colorado ratings for 2WD, 4WD, ZR2 and ZR2 Bison. Each listing uses the 2.7L four-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic. The ratings are laboratory comparisons; driving conditions, cargo and towing affect actual fuel use.
| EPA vehicle listing | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado 2WD | 20 | 24 | 21 |
| Colorado 4WD | 18 | 20 | 19 |
| Colorado ZR2 4WD | 16 | 17 | 17 |
| Colorado ZR2 Bison 4WD | 16 | 14 | 15 |
Source: EPA fuel-economy ratings. Fuel capacity and fuel economy serve different jobs: the tank is a capacity specification, while the MPG listings compare tested versions. ZR2 and Bison retain their own separately listed EPA figures.
The center touchscreen and driver display are standard across the six models. Bed convenience and cabin comfort follow the equipment level. Standard and available below refer to the base styles in Chevrolet’s configurator; package requirements apply to optional equipment.
| Feature | WT | Custom | LT | Trail Boss | Z71 | ZR2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11.3-inch touchscreen | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| 11-inch driver display | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| StowFlex tailgate | Available | Available | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Start | Accessory kit available | Accessory kit available | Standard | Available | Standard | Standard |
The trim-by-trim equipment breakdown explains the wheel, lighting, suspension and driveline steps. Turnersville shoppers whose daily driving is mostly paved-road travel have the same standard displays in WT as in ZR2; the additional equipment buys different comfort or trail functions.
Chevy Safety Assist is standard in each of the six Colorado models. Its features include frontal alerts and braking, pedestrian braking, lane assistance, following-distance information and automatic high beams. Rear Cross Traffic Braking adds assistance when a crossing vehicle is detected during reversing.
Adaptive Cruise Control is available on selected models. Feature operation depends on system conditions, and the driver remains responsible for attention and control. Chevrolet’s safety and driver-assistance information details the systems.
Chevrolet provides bumper-to-bumper, powertrain and body-panel coverage with separate time and mileage limits. The earlier limit applies to each term. The service and maintenance page connects warranty and included-maintenance information to the ownership schedule.
| Coverage | Time / mileage limit |
|---|---|
| Bumper-to-bumper limited warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Powertrain limited warranty | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
| Rust-through protection | 6 years / 100,000 miles |
| Roadside assistance and courtesy transportation | 5 years / 60,000 miles |
Coverage details, exclusions and eligibility appear in Chevrolet Complete Care. Westville owners have access to our service appointment page for the maintenance that supports the truck’s daily use.
Body size, cargo space and load capacity describe different parts of owning a midsize pickup. A Crew Cab keeps the passengers inside while the short box handles outdoor equipment, and the published payload sets the mass budget for that entire load.
| Situation | Colorado figure | Practical meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A narrow entrance | 84.4-inch width including mirrors | Mirror clearance is wider than the body measurement |
| A parking-length illustration | 213.21-inch LT length | A hypothetical 240-inch space leaves 26.79 inches total; calculated before clearance needs |
| A long cargo item | 61.70-inch bed floor | Longer material extends beyond the closed-box floor |
| A wide flat load | 45.50 inches between wheelhouses | The narrow section differs from the 58.80-inch overall bed width |
| Passengers plus trailer | Payload includes people and tongue load | Cabin occupants and hitch load draw from the same truck capacity |
Lucas Chevrolet is at 1622 Route 38 in Lumberton. Financing, trade-in valuations and test-drive appointments are available through our team at (609) 288-7663.
The 2027 Colorado wheelbase is 131.36 inches in Chevrolet’s configurator. The Crew Cab and short-box format are shared across the standard models. Suspension, tires and body equipment change height and width by model, while that wheelbase remains the common foundation for the passenger-and-bed layout.
The mirror-inclusive width is 84.4 inches. Body width is smaller and varies by model: the WT base style is 74.91 inches wide, while ZR2 is 78.09 inches. Those measurements separate the sheet-metal footprint from the wider mirror envelope that matters at an entrance.
The cargo-box floor measures 61.70 inches long and 58.80 inches wide overall. Between the wheelhouses, the width is 45.50 inches. The box holds 41.9 cubic feet, giving the five-seat Crew Cab a separate area for project materials, outdoor equipment and other bulky cargo.
The front row has 45.17 inches of legroom, and the second row has 34.70 inches. The cabin seats five behind four doors. Shoulder room is 57.40 inches in front and 56.13 inches in the rear, adding a second measure of the space available to passengers.
Chevrolet’s base-style configurator lists a maximum 1,846-pound payload for the WT 2WD Crew Cab short box. Its published curb weight is 4,204 pounds and GVWR is 6,050 pounds. Optional equipment, accessories, passengers and trailer tongue load all affect the remaining carrying capacity of the actual truck.
Yes. The EPA lists the 2027 Colorado 2WD at 21 MPG combined, ZR2 4WD at 17 and ZR2 Bison 4WD at 15. The separately listed Colorado 4WD is rated 19 MPG combined. The ratings identify different tested versions, rather than one figure shared by all models.
The 2027 owner’s manual gives an approximate 21.5-gallon fuel-tank capacity. The engine uses regular unleaded gasoline with a minimum 87-octane rating. Fuel capacity is a tank specification; towing, load, traffic and driving conditions influence how much fuel the truck uses during a trip.
GVWR is the maximum rated weight of the loaded truck, including the vehicle, occupants, cargo and equipment. The base WT 2WD style has a 6,050-pound GVWR in Chevrolet’s configurator. The trailer’s tongue load also counts on the truck, alongside passengers and bed cargo.
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