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2020 Chevrolet

Colorado 2WD

Auto 8-spd, 6 cyl, 3.6 L

Chevrolet Colorado: best and worst years
2020 Chevrolet Colorado 2WD

Closest available photo (2022 model year); you're viewing the 2020.

2022 photoManrat ThiusthasCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic 8-spdEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
308
Power to weight
0.074 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.42
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
5/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1D (5,001 to 6,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Forward-collision warning
Optional
Lane-departure warning
Optional
Recalls
0
Owner complaints
85 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
4

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Lane-keeping assist
    Optional

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • POWER TRAIN31%
  • ENGINE16%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER14%
  • SERVICE BRAKES9%
  • STEERING9%
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM6%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 107 total.

Chevrolet Colorado: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

635 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT5509M

    This PI provides diagnostic tips for diagnosing electric trailer brakes issues.

  • Apr 1, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT3271Q

    This preliminary information communicates information about how to determine if a wheel and tires size change is available.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6104

    This Preliminary information communicates the steps on how to save a GDS2 Session Log and upload to a Technical Assistance Case in CX Connect.

  • Mar 9, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP4902V

    This preliminary information advises a dealer on how to email GDS2 session logs into Technical Assistance.

  • Mar 2, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6425D

    This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC'ss

  • Jan 16, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6425C

    This Preliminary information communicates to the field on how to diagnosis a GPS issue with the Telematic module with no DTC's

  • Jan 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6098

    This PI advised dealer technicians of possible causes of diesel fuel contamination in gasoline powered vehicles and advises of warranty direction.

  • Jan 12, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP5700G

    This PI communicates the proper part numbers for transmission connectors and internal harness to prevent confusion when ordering

  • and 627 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
3 yr / 36k mi
Powertrain
5 yr / 60k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.gmfleet.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.