2027 Chevy Colorado Preview
For those interested in the world of pickups, the Chevy Colorado is a great truck for prospective buyers, and with the latest model set to hit dealer lots in 2026, we'll be going over everything you can expect from the Chevy Colorado, including news about the updated TurboMax engine, updates on Colorado ZR2 features, and the latest new Colorado colors and wheels as we look at all the anticipated changes for the 2026 model year.
Key Takeaways:
- Every 2027 Colorado keeps a 2.7-liter TurboMax four-cylinder, although its new L4B code signals an unexplained engineering revision.
- Current output remains 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet until Chevrolet confirms whether the revised engine changes performance.
- Serpent Metallic, Storm Gray Metallic, and Nitron Blue join the palette alongside new 17-inch and 18-inch wheel designs.
What's new for the 2027 Chevy Colorado?
The first thing you can expect for the 2027 Chevy Colorado is a mid-cycle refresh that brings an updated front fascia, updated interior materials, and a fresh suite of paint colors, which are introduced alongside updates to its 2.7-liter TurboMax engine. Buyers can also expect three new exterior paint colors and revised wheel designs, while the cabin receives smaller updates such as improved materials, center-stack revisions, and broader availability of technology and safety equipment.
The biggest unanswered question concerns the Colorado's 2.7-liter TurboMax four-cylinder. The current engine produces 310 horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque, but preliminary reports have suggested that Chevrolet could introduce a higher-output calibration potentially reaching around 350 horsepower for 2027.
That increase has not been officially confirmed, so the existing TurboMax specifications remain the safer expectation until Chevrolet publishes final specifications. The 8-speed automatic transmission is expected to continue, potentially with calibration changes intended to improve low-speed shifting. Overall, the 2027 Colorado appears set for a modest refresh that improves an already relatively young platform rather than replacing it, because apparently even trucks now need annual software-style patch notes.
What colors are available for the 2027 Colorado?
The 2027 model year introduces 3 new paint choices in Serpent Metallic, Storm Gray Metallic, and Nitron Blue, while carrying over five popular options from previous years.
| Exterior Color | 2027 Status | Trim Availability | Extra Charge / Restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serpent Metallic | New for 2027 | Trail Boss, ZR2 | Extra-cost color; cannot be paired with the Z71 Adrenaline Red interior |
| Storm Gray Metallic | New for 2027 | WT, LT, Z71 | No additional paint charge; incompatible with the ZR2 Jet Black and Artemis interior |
| Nitron Blue | New for 2027 | WT, LT, Z71 | No additional paint charge; incompatible with the ZR2 Jet Black and Artemis interior |
| Black | Returning | Select trims | Continues from the previous model year |
| Summit White | Returning | Select trims | Continues as one of the Colorado's core neutral finishes |
| White Sands | Returning | Select trims | Carries over for 2027 |
| Radiant Red Tintcoat | Returning | Select trims | Premium tintcoat finish |
| Sterling Gray Metallic | Returning | Select trims | Returning metallic neutral option |
When will the 2027 Chevy Colorado be available?
The 2027 Chevrolet Colorado is scheduled to enter production on October 19, 2026, at GM's Wentzville Assembly Plant in Missouri.
Preliminary dealer ordering opened on August 6, while customer configurations are expected to become available for submission beginning September 17, 2026. Based on that production schedule, the first 2027 Colorados should begin reaching dealerships in late fall or winter 2026, although exact availability will vary by trim, configuration, and dealer allocation.
Despite reaching another milestone in the Colorado's history, the 2027 model is largely a carryover rather than a major redesign or mid-cycle refresh. Changes include three new exterior colors, revisions to the internal designation of the 2.7-liter TurboMax four-cylinder, and smaller technology and convenience-package updates.
The core third-generation platform, five-trim structure, and general mechanical formula continue. More substantial changes have been rumored for 2028, but for buyers interested in the 2027 Colorado specifically, September ordering, October production, and late-2026 dealership arrivals provide the key dates to watch.
Is the 2027 Chevy Colorado Worth Purchasing?
Overall, we believe 2027 could be a strong model year for the Colorado with these anticipated changes, with the model itself likely to be released in 2026. If you're in the market to buy, Burlington Chevy believes you'll be hard-pressed to find a better deal in 2026 than when you shop with us for all your favorite new models!
