2017 Chevrolet Colorado Z71

The Colorado is Chevy's mid-size pickup, a more maneuverable alternative to the full-size Silverado that still hauls and tows like a truck. It rides smoothly and handles nimbly for a truck, feeling more like a car than you'd expect from a pickup. The cabin is quiet and well laid out, with a user-friendly infotainment system and comfortable seating for passengers. Crew cab models offer plenty of interior space, though the shorter bed is the trade-off for that extra room. The Z71 sits above the LT and below the ZR2, adding the Z71 Off-Road Suspension Package and an auto-locking rear differential for light trail duty. This Z71 packs the 3.6L V6 making 308 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic and four-wheel drive that handles mud and snow with ease; it's rated at 19 mpg combined.