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A truck that works hard during the week should still be ready for the weekend. The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado delivers exactly that, combining impressive towing capability, genuine off-road performance, modern technology, and everyday comfort in one midsize pickup. If you're tackling projects around Timonium, MD, heading to a job site, or exploring trails beyond the pavement, the Colorado offers a trim designed to match your lifestyle. TurboMax Power for Every Colorado Every 2026 Chevrolet Colorado is powered by the 2.7L TurboMax™ engine, producing 310 hp and a best-in-class standard 430 lbs. ft. of torque. Paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, it provides strong low-end power for hauling equipment, merging onto highways, and climbing steep grades. When properly equipped with the Advanced Trailering Package, the Colorado can tow up to 7,700 lbs., making it well suited for campers, boats, utility trailers, and work equipment. Drivers can also select from up to five drive modes—including Normal, Tow/Haul, Off-Road, Terrain, and Baja Mode on the ZR2—to optimize performance for changing conditions. Built for Adventure The Colorado lineup offers several levels of off-road capability. The Trail Boss adds a factory-installed 2-inch suspension lift, 32-inch all-terrain tires, a 2-speed transfer case, and transfer case shielding, giving drivers extra confidence on rough trails and unpaved roads. For serious off-road enthusiasts, the Colorado ZR2 raises capability with a factory-installed 3-inch lift, Multimatic DSSV® dampers, front and rear electronic locking differentials, 33-inch mud-terrain tires, and extensive underbody skid plates. The available ZR2 Bison package, developed with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), pushes capability even farther. It adds 35-inch tires, approximately 12.2 inches of ground clearance, heavy-duty stamped steel bumpers, and five Boron steel skid plates designed to withstand demanding terrain. Technology That Works as Hard as You Do Inside, every Colorado features an 11.3-inch diagonal infotainment touchscreen with Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay®, and wireless Android Auto™. An 11-inch digital Driver Information Center provides customizable vehicle information in a clean, easy-to-read layout. Available trailering technology helps simplify towing with up to 10 available camera views, an integrated Trailering App, and trailer monitoring features. The ZR2 also offers available underbody cameras—a segment-first feature that provides a real-time view beneath the truck when navigating obstacles on the trail. Available wireless phone charging and multiple USB ports help keep devices powered throughout the workday or weekend getaway. Confidence Comes Standard Every 2026 Colorado includes Chevy Safety Assist as standard equipment. This suite includes Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Following Distance Indicator, and IntelliBeam® automatic high beams. Available technologies such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Blind Zone Steering Assist, HD Surround Vision, and Rear Park Assist provide additional confidence during highway travel, towing, and everyday driving around Timonium and beyond. Explore the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado at AutoNation Chevrolet Timonium The 2026 Chevrolet Colorado combines impressive towing capability, genuine off-road engineering, advanced technology, and everyday comfort in a midsize truck that's ready for almost anything. From the capable Trail Boss to the trail-conquering ZR2 Bison, there's a Colorado built for the way you work and explore. Visit us to compare trims, browse current Colorado inventory, or schedule a test drive online and experience the Colorado for yourself.

The 2025 Chevy Colorado proves that you don't need to go full-size to access real value. With its segment-leading power, trail-tuned engineering, and spacious, upscale cabin, this midsize pickup lets you take on jobs and adventures typically reserved for larger trucks. Big-Truck Strength The Colorado shares a power plant with its full-size sibling, the Silverado, explaining why it's one of the strongest options in its segment. The engine, a potent 2.7-liter turbo-four, generates up to 310 HP with a whopping 430 pound-feet of torque, allowing the Colorado to muscle its way through any situation with ease. It enables class-leading towing and payload capacities of 7,700 pounds and slightly over 2,000 pounds, respectively. Versatile, Heavy-Duty Bed The Colorado comes with a thoughtfully designed cargo bed that not only makes hauling a breeze but also provides utility at the worksite or campsite. With a mid-position design that supports up to 500 pounds, the tailgate doubles as a sturdy workbench or a comfortable seat for tailgate parties. This versatile tailgate also features available built-in, water-tight storage for smaller items and a handy integrated measurement guide for fast, accurate measurements. Meanwhile, several cargo tie-down rings and reconfigurable bed rails let you secure cargo of all shapes and sizes with ease, while the available spray-on bedliner keeps the bed in pristine condition by providing protection against dents, scratches, and corrosion. For enhanced convenience, the available built-in lighting lets you continue working long after it gets dark, while the available 120-volt power outlet lets you run tools, charge devices, or power appliances straight from the bed. Phenomenal Off-Road Performance The Chevy Colorado redefines what true all-terrain capability looks like, especially in its off-road-focused Z71 and ZR2 trims, which feature every terrain-taming tool known to man to ensure unstoppable performance on any landscape. With AEV (American Expedition Vehicles) -stamped underbody boron-steel skid plates in five locations, front and rear steel bumpers, up to 35-inch MT tires, and a best-in-class 12.2 inches of ground clearance, this pickup always emerges unscathed after battles with tough trails. And when you need every bit of traction you can muster, the robust four-wheel-drive system, two-speed transfer case, front and rear locking differentials, and off-road suspension with Multimatic DSSV dampers deliver tenacious grip and precise control, allowing you to navigate loose, rocky, and muddy terrain with ease. Spacious and Refined Interior Despite its rugged exterior and underpinnings, the Colorado features an elegant, smartly designed cabin to ensure you enjoy premium comfort and modern convenience at all times. It can pamper you with top-shelf goodies such as heated and cooled seats, a Bose sound system, a panoramic sunroof, an 11.3-inch Google-based infotainment touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, dual-zone automatic climate control, wireless charging, and more! Ready to experience the rugged yet refined Chevy Colorado firsthand? Reach out to AutoNation Chevrolet Timonium, today to schedule your test drive!

Whether you're looking for a truck for work or recreational fun, the 2025 Chevy Colorado is more than up to the task. It's got all the strength and power needed for towing jobs, but inside, there's plenty of great infotainment technology to enrich your journeys. 1. Secure Bed Cargo tie-down rings are available for every trim of the Colorado, allowing you to keep your items more secure. Some trims also have a bedliner with internal storage compartments available. You can add a StowFlex compartment to the base trim, and it's standard in the rest. This compartment measures 45 inches wide and 4 inches deep, and it's built right into the tailgate, keeping items out of view. Every trim's bed also has a measurement tool built into it, and there are several other features you can add, including a 120-volt outlet. That can power many types of appliances, making the truck great for job sites and recreational outings alike. 2. Fantastic Off-Road Features Heading off the road? Consider the Trail Boss, Z71, or ZR2. The Trail Boss can be equipped with off-road splash guards, an off-road front grille light bar, 33-inch all-terrain tires, and off-road assist steps. The ZR2 comes standard with 33-inch mud-terrain tires, five selectable drive modes, multimatic DSSV dampers, and an off-road performance display. A Bison package is available, turning this trim into one of the most capable vehicles available. The package gives 12.2 inches of ground clearance, five boron steel skid plates, and 35-inch mud-terrain tires. 3. High Towing Capacity Most of the Colorado's trims have the highest towing capacity in this truck's class, as all models except the ZR2 can tow up to 7,700 pounds. The ZR2 is still a highly capable towing machine, as it can tow loads weighing up to 6,000 pounds. 4. Excellent Payload Capacity Carefully check your chosen Colorado's payload capacity, because there's a lot of variance. The strongest trims are the LT and WT, which have a maximum payload capacity of 2,046 pounds. The Z71 is the next strongest, towing 1,733 pounds. With a maximum towing capacity of 1,726 pounds, the Trail Boss is next in line. Finally, the ZR2 can tow up to 1,445 pounds. 5. Advanced Infotainment System The 11.3-inch infotainment system has wireless smartphone connectivity and available Google built-in. You can use voice commands to perform certain tasks, such as making calls and streaming audio entertainment, when your smartphone is connected to the system. If you have Google built-in, then you can access navigation, stream music, and personalize settings through the system. Get your Colorado today at AutoNation Chevrolet Timonium. We're open from 9 AM to 8 PM Monday through Friday and from 9 AM to 7 PM on Saturdays.