The many Colorado configurations allow it to be used for a number of applications, including a bare-bones work truck, a proficient pickup with excellent towing capacity for its class, an off-road vehicle or a daily driver with plenty of creature comforts. According to the Chevrolet dealership in Saint Maries, buyers can get even more available safety features this year, including a new locking tailgate that can be operated remotely. Buyers looking for a small, versatile pickup should place the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado at the top of their shopping list.

The automotive media is solidly behind the 2020 Chevrolet Colorado. The automotive experts at Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com wrote: “Considering Chevy has been making pickups for decades and is one of the big names in trucks, it probably isn’t surprising to learn that the 2020 Colorado has a stable and well-planted ride, with sufficient punch even when the cargo bed is full.”

Buyers can get the 2020 Colorado in crew cab and extended cab body styles, with two different cargo bed sizes. There are five models: Base, Work Truck (WT), LT, Z71 and ZR2. Depending on the model, the Colorado is offered in rear- and four-wheel-drive versions.

The 2020 Chevrolet Colorado is powered by a standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 200 horsepower and 191 lb-ft of torque, mated to a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic. This engine is rated to tow 3,500 pounds. The available 3.6-liter V6 engine provides more power for those who need it, generating 308 hp and 275 lb-ft, connected to an eight-speed automatic gearbox. The maximum towing capacity for this unit is 7,000 pounds. Crew cabs have an optional 2.8-liter turbodiesel four-cylinder engine that’s good for 186 hp and 369 lb-ft of twist, teamed to a six-speed automatic transmission. Outfitted with rear-wheel drive, this engine allows the Colorado to tow up to 7,700 pounds.

Inside, you’ll find a cabin that’s pleasing but not overly flashy. Drivers will appreciate the many technology features, such as an 8-inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi and smartphone integration. For extra storage space, you’ll want to choose a crew cab model, which comes with split and fold rear seats.

The 2020 Chevrolet Colorado has a wealth of safety features that come standard. One feature that parents of teenagers will especially appreciate is the Chevrolet Teen Driver system. This safety setup lets owners set limits on the Colorado’s top speed and the volume of the audio system. Teen Driver can also collect a report detailing how the vehicle was operated and send the report to parents. Optional driver-assistance features include lane departure warning, rear parking sensors and forward collision warning.