2015 Chevrolet Colorado Z71

The Colorado is Chevrolet's mid-size pickup, a smaller and more maneuverable alternative to the full-size Silverado. It rides smoothly and quietly, and the cabin stays hushed even at highway speeds. The crew cab gives you real room for passengers in back, though you trade some bed length for it. Chevy's MyLink infotainment with a color touchscreen makes phone and audio control easy. This Z71 gets a sport-tuned suspension, hill descent control, and the trailering package, so you gain genuine off-road and towing capability over the LT. The 3.6L I6 is smooth and happy to rev, and the automatic transmission always seems to pick the right gear. The Z71 trim adds an automatic locking rear differential, which gives you extra traction in slippery conditions without needing to push a button.