Get ready for a flashy new 2026 Chevy Colorado! This midsize truck invents more ways to stand out, coupling new appearance features with a rugged performance.
Key Takeaways
- The upcoming Colorado introduces a few new exterior design options, including a couple sets of 20-inch wheels!
- As usual, the 2026 Colorado will tow best-in-class figures, maxing out at 7,700 pounds.
- Whether you’re sloshing through Louisiana’s backroads or navigating narrow NOLA streets, the Colorado helps you reach your destination in style.
- Order banks for the 2026 Colorado are already open — contact your local Chevy dealer for details!
What’s new for the 2026 Chevy Colorado?
For 2026, the Colorado gets some all-new looks, including two new 20-inch wheel designs and a new exterior color, White Sands. This midsize truck was completely redesigned for 2023, so it remains a very modern option, with aggressive styling, a high-tech interior, and a fun-loving turbocharged powertrain. In the years since its big makeover, the Colorado also introduced a standard 11.3-inch digital instrument panel and an extra-off-road-ready package, the Bison Edition, available for the rugged Colorado ZR2.
Otherwise, the Colorado is still the fan-favorite midsize truck that’s big on power, off-road upgrades, and the latest creature comforts. Choose from five trim models — the WT, LT, Trail Boss, Z71, and ZR2 — for the level of performance and luxury you crave. Whether you’re shopping for a great price, swamp-friendly four-wheel drive, or swanky leather seating, this Chevy pickup has something for everyone!
How much can the 2026 Chevy Colorado tow and haul?
Looking for a midsize truck that can tow your favorite outdoor equipment? If you’ve got a fishing skiff, airboat, small camper, or Jet Ski that needs a lift, you’ll be pleased to learn that the Colorado tows best-in-class loads of up to 7,700 pounds! And since this Chevy pickup can move max payloads of 1,685 pounds, it’s also a great choice for anyone who brings a lot of gear along for the ride.
2026 Chevy Colorado Powertrain Options
- 2.7L turbocharged four-cylinder engine (310 hp, 430 lb-ft)
- Eight-speed automatic transmission
- WT, LT: standard rear-wheel drive or optional four-wheel drive
- Trail Boss, Z71, ZR2: standard four-wheel drive
How does the 2026 Chevy Colorado handle Louisiana backroads? What about New Orleans city streets?
Whether you’re exploring our narrow city streets or way off the beaten path, the new Chevy Colorado is in its element. Around NOLA, this midsize truck has the sharp steering and handling you need to navigate slim lanes, one-way streets, and the occasional pothole. When it’s time to explore swampy trails, sandy riverbanks, or rolling woodlands, the Colorado feels equally at home. That’s thanks to its 310-horsepower turbocharged engine, available four-wheel drive, and rugged upgrades like mud-terrain tires!
When can I order the 2026 Chevy Colorado?
You can order the upcoming Colorado right now, exclusively at Chevy dealers! If you’re in New Orleans, visit us at Banner Chevrolet to build the perfect midsize truck for your bayou adventures. Whether you spend more time in the city or out in the wilderness, you can’t go wrong with the Colorado.