New 2024 Chevrolet Colorado in Thornhill, ON

Five trim levels in the 2024 Chevy Colorado lineup might not sound like a lot compared to some full-size offerings. However, those five grades cover quite a bit of ground, especially if you compare the no-nonsense WT (Work Truck) with the sensationally exciting ZR2. It’s hard to overstate the difference between the two. The WT is precisely as it sounds: a cost-effective working vehicle that keeps frills to a minimum. On the other hand, the ZR2 is just about as much fun as you can have with a truck that’s still a practical alternative to all sorts of other vehicles.

Between those two, we have the LT, Trail Boss, and the Z71, which gradually move from the affordable, utilitarian WT to the on and off-road capability and performance of the ZR2 so you can have the midsize pickup truck you want and need. And if you want an even more capable off-road truck, a ZR2 Bison package is available for 2024, featuring a whole host of AEV (American Expedition Vehicles) goodies such as a heavy-duty winch-capable front bumper, Multimatic DSSV dampers, and plenty more besides.

Depending on the 2024 Colorado configuration, the driver has up to five different drive modes available to tailor the truck’s performance to suit the conditions. The five drive modes are Normal, Tow/Haul, Off-road, Terrain, and Baja. The Normal drive mode covers the conditions you’ll experience during everyday on-road driving, while Tow/Haul optimizes the transmission shifts, throttle response, and other characteristics for towing trailers and hauling loads.

Off-Road tailors the truck’s traction and other dynamic performance technology for general driving when the pavement runs out, but not for anything too severe. The Terrain mode takes it up a notch for more serious off-road conditions such as low-speed rock crawling, delivering specific throttle control, brake performance, and other characteristics across three specific settings. The Baja is where the big fun lies because it’s developed for high-speed desert running, with specific throttle control, tailored transmission shifts, and other body and drivetrain control calibrations.