The 2022 Chevrolet Colorado here at Simpson Chevrolet of Irvine in Irvine, CA will offer three different engine options: a 2.5-liter four-cylinder, a 3.6-liter V-6, and a 2.8-liter four-cylinder turbo-diesel. All three engines will be mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
The 2.5-liter four-cylinder will be the base engine, making 200 horsepower and 191-pound feet of torque. The 3.6-liter V6 will be the middle-of-the-road option, making 308 horsepower and 275 pound-feet of torque. The range-topping turbo-diesel will make 186 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque.
The Chevy Colorado is rated to tow 3,500 with its basic engine setup. However, the V6 is rated to tow 7,000 pounds, while the diesel option is slated to tow 7,700 pounds.
All three engines will offer good performance, but the turbo-diesel will be the most impressive, offering the best fuel economy and the most torque. If you're looking for the best performance, the V-6 will be the best option.