2004 Chevy Colorado Review
2004 Chevy Colorado Review
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Appraise This CarChevrolet Colorado model years
Chevrolet Colorado types
- Regular Cab
- Crew Cab
- Extended Cab
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Pros
- Versatile size, strong engine lineup, available side curtain airbags and locking differential, standard ABS.
Cons
- Still not as big as a Dakota, no V8 option, can't tow as much as the competition.
What’s new
The Colorado is an all-new compact pickup from Chevrolet.
Edmunds says
It has the size, the features and the looks necessary to become the dominant truck in the compact class -- just don't mistake it for a midsize.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 2dr Regular Cab Z85 Rwd SB (2.8L 4cyl 5M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.50 per gallon for regular unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$211/mo for Colorado Z85
Colorado Z85
vs
$240/mo
Avg. Compact Truck
Vehicle overview
This replacement for the aged S-10 compact pickup will have a larger overall size and a new range of four- and five-cylinder engines derived from the 4.2-liter in-line six-cylinder currently sold in the TrailBlazer SUV. Expect standard, extended, and crew cab bodystyles and an interior that draws heavily from the General Motors corporate parts bin.
Consumer reviews
Read what other owners think about the Used 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
5 star(61%)
4 star(23%)
3 star(7%)
2 star(9%)
1 star(0%)
191 reviews
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4.13 out of 5 stars
Solid performer
tommyg22, 01/10/2008
2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab Z71 LS 4WD SB (3.5L 5cyl 4A)
Overall I have to say that I really enjoy the look and ride of this truck although I did have to replace the coil pack at about 66,000 (No big deal 250.00) other than that I really don't understand the other reviews about lack of power. The inline 5 plenty of power and if I put my foot down I can roast the rears all day long. Thanks for a good one Chevy!
5 out of 5 stars
376,000 miles and still running perfect
Curtis, 03/31/2010
2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab Z71 LS Rwd SB (3.5L 5cyl 4A)
My '04 Colorado Z71 crew cab has 376,000 as of yesterday and looks like it did when I got it except for the cracks in the windshield. The rear end wore out and had all the stuff inside it replaced at 360,000 for $1800.00. Engine does not use any oil I use Amsoil in the engine transmission and rear end. I am going to replace the tires soon this will be the 3rd set this set of tires has … almost 160,000 miles on them. If you want to stop cupping on the inside of your front tires have them align the front tires straight up and down and keep air pressure about 40-42 pounds.
3.88 out of 5 stars
You get what you pay for.
coloradoguy719, 10/31/2011
2004 Chevrolet Colorado 4dr Crew Cab Z71 LS 4WD SB (3.5L 5cyl 4A)
Besides the archaic styling, I really love the truck (113k miles). For those that complain about the power/interior space; buy a full size. Plenty of pep for a compact truck. I've hauled a lot of weight in this girl and she doesn't mind it much. I bought the CO because the Dakota had a hungry V8, the Ranger is tiny and the Taco and Frontier were about 2k more, plain and simple. It drives … like a small SUV; smooth and easy on the blacktop. With a decent pair of shoes it takes the KS mud and CO snow with ease. The mpgs are great for most pre gas hike vehicles, not just trucks, about 18 city at 6500 ft. If you need a layman's truck for the occasional moving day or trash haul, the Colorado is it
4.88 out of 5 stars
great truck
dogger, 07/22/2004
2004 Chevrolet Colorado 2dr Regular Cab Z71 4WD SB (2.8L 4cyl 5M)
I recomend the 3.5L. The 4 cylinder not
enough power.I'm getting 20 miles per
gallon local driving.Great handling,
tight suspension. In my opinion, after
looking at fords and Chevys, this is
the best truck in its class for the
money.
2004 Colorado Highlights
Regular Cab
Z85
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $15,565 |
---|---|
Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 21 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $211/month |
Seating | 3 seats |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Max Towing Capacity | 4,000 lbs. |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – OriginalGood
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintGood
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