2016 Chevrolet Colorado
The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado is a pickup truck, rated at 22 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 4-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 22
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $31,000
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Chevrolet |
|---|---|
| Model | Colorado |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Vehicle class | Pickup Truck |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2.5 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic 6-spd |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 20 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 26 |
| Combined MPG | 22 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 400 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2850 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Colorado 2WD | 22 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Colorado 2WD | 21 MPG combined |
| Colorado 2WD | 25 MPG combined |
| Colorado 2WD | 22 MPG combined |
| Colorado 4WD | 21 MPG combined |
| Colorado 4WD | 20 MPG combined |
| Colorado 4WD | 23 MPG combined |
| Colorado Cab Chassis 2WD | 16 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 20 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 26 MPG |
| Combined | 22 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 3% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $27,900
- Total interest
- $4,854
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL17V621000 · 2017-10-05
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2016 GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado, and 2016 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. The driver's frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 17387.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP18V358000 · 2018-05-31
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015-2018 GMC Canyon, 2016-2017 Buick Envision, 2016-2018 Chevrolet Colorado and Malibu, 2017-2018 GMC Acadia, 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Equinox, and GMC Terrain vehicles. The high pressure fuel pump may detach from its mounting flange, possibly resulting in the pump damaging the high pressure fuel line.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump, and high pressure fuel pipe, free of charge. The recall began July 2, 2018. Owners may contact Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 18188.
- LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES15V807000 · 2015-12-01
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado trucks manufactured August 25, 2015 to September 24, 2015, and GMC Canyon trucks manufactured August 28, 2015 to September 24, 2015. The affected vehicles have a console compartment lid latch assembly that may fail to keep the compartment door closed in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the console compartment door latch assembly, free of charge. The recall began on January 5, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 16370.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL16V125000 · 2016-03-02
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Chevrolet Colorado vehicles manufactured January 19, 2016, to February 2, 2016, Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured January 9, 2016, to January 26, 2016, and 2016 GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured January 21, 2016, to February 4, 2016. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver side frontal air bag module, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2016. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, and GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is 28030.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado is EPA-rated at 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway).
Is the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado earned a 4-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado costs roughly $1,827 per year to fuel, or about $9,136 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2016 Chevrolet Colorado?
The 2016 Chevrolet Colorado is classified as a pickup truck. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC