The 2026 Chevy Colorado vs. The Toyota Tacoma and Ford Ranger
Compare the Chevy Colorado with the Toyota Tacoma and Ford Ranger at Schumacher Chevrolet of Clifton
The new Chevy Colorado is ready for the road at Schumacher Chevrolet of Clifton. We'll compare our prized midsize truck with a couple of worthy contenders. Let's check out how the engines, max towing, interior design, and technology compare with these three. Then, you'll see why the Chevy Colorado is the cream of the crop at our Chevy dealership near Paramus.
Ford Ranger
Chevrolet Colorado
Toyota Tacoma
Engines and Performance Upgrades
Engines and Performance Upgrades
There's max, and then there's TurboMax™. It's the standard powertrain inside your new Chevy Colorado near Paterson, NJ. This versatile, mid-size truck is agile enough to handle crowded parking lots and powerful enough to get to 60 mph in as little as six seconds. That's what 310 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque look like in a midsize Chevy pickup truck. When properly equipped, you'll have up to 7,700 pounds of towing power. Here are the available upgrades:
- 2-Inch Factory-Installed Lift (Trail Boss)
- Four Selectable Drive Modes and Off-Road Performance Display (Trail Boss)
- 18-inch Wheels with 32-inch All-Terrain Tires (Z71)
- Four Selectable Drive Modes and Off-Road Performance Display (Z71)
- 35-Inch OB MT Tires (ZR2)
- 12.2-Inch Ground Clerance (ZR2)
- 3-Inch Factory-Installed Lift with High Performance Suspension (ZR2)
- Multimatic® DSSV Dampers (ZR2)
The Toyota Tacoma brings two engines to the lineup. There is a standard 2.4-liter turbocharged engine with 278 horsepower and 317 pound-feet of torque, and a 2.4-liter i-FORCE MAX hybrid powertrain with 326 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. The added horsepower is a bonus; however, it doesn't translate to towing power. When properly equipped, the Toyota Tacoma can only pull about 6,500 pounds. Here are the available upgrades:
- Electronically Controlled Rear Locking Differential
- TRD Sport-Tuned Suspension
- Bilstein Monotube Shocks
- 2.5-inch Forged Monotube Position-Sensitive Shocks
- 2.5-inch Fox Internal Bypass QS3 Shocks
- 33-Inch Rugged-Terrain Tires, 18-Inch Wheels
- High-Clearance Front Bumper, Recovery Hooks
The Ford Ranger has three engines available throughout the four trim level options. The standard 2.3-liter EcoBoost® I-4 delivers 270 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. The 2.7-liter EcoBoost® engine generates 315 horsepower and 400 pound-feet of torque. The last engine, a 3.0-liter EcoBoost engine, is only available for the Ford Ranger Raptor, and it kicks out 405 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque. When properly equipped, the Ford Ranger approaches 7,500 pounds. Here are the available upgrades:
- Off-Road Tuned Shocks
- Seven Drive Modes
- FOX Racing Shocks
- Watts-Link Rear Suspension
- Ford Trail Control
- Steel Bash Plate
- Electronic-Locking Rear Differential
Interior Design
Interior Design
The Chevy Colorado offers five trim levels, each with its own mix of comfort and convenience features. The entry-level Work Truck features vinyl or cloth seats and straightforward features. However, moving higher throughout the trim selection will increase seating options with Evotex or perforated leather upholstery, heated/ventilated front seats, and more.
The Toyota Tacoma welcomes fabric-trimmed seats to its entry-level models and sets the stage with 6-way manual adjustable driver and front passenger seats. However, just like the Chevy Colorado, you can find more features as you climb through the trim levels. Many trims offer SofTex®-trimmed seats, a leather-trimmed steering wheel, heated/ventilated front seats with lumbar support, and more.
Climbing into the entry-level Ford Ranger means you'll get up close and personal with cloth upholstery. If you want a more comfortable driving or riding experience in Bloomfield, NJ, you'll want to climb to the third-highest trim, the Lariat. This trim level unlocks heated ActiveX-trimmed front seats with driver memory and ambient interior lighting. The Raptor is home to heated, leather-trimmed front seats with driver memory and a rear outboard leather-trimmed bench seat.
Safety and Technology
Safety and Technology
Enjoy more than 22 inches of front-row screens combined with every trim level for the Chevy Colorado. The two components are an 11.3-inch diagonal center touchscreen and an 11-inch digital driver information center. All trim levels include smartphone compatibility with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ so that you can sync your device in minutes. Here are the standard driver's assistance features:
- Forward Collision Alert
- Automatic Emergency Braking
- Front Pedestrian Braking
- Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
- Following Distance Indicator
- IntelliBeam® Auto High Beam
The Toyota Tacoma makes connectivity standard via Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ for every trim level. All models come with either an 8-inch infotainment screen or an available 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster and 14-inch audio multimedia display. Here are the standard driver's assistance features:
- Pre-Collision with Pedestrian Detection
- Lane Tracing Assist
- Dynamic Radar Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Alert with Steering Asist
- Automatic High Beams
- Road Sign Assist
The Ford Ranger takes center stage with a 10-inch center display and an 8-inch cluster display for the entry-level XL. Drivers will find a 12-inch center display and a 12-inch cluster display. Like the Chevy Colorado, all models come standard with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. Here are the standard safety features:
- Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert
- Lane-Keeping System
- Auto High-Beam Headlamps
- Rear View Camera
Schumacher Chevrolet of Clifton
Are you ready to find a new Chevy Colorado at our dealership near Jesey City? You can compare features, trim levels, and set up a test drive at our Schumacher dealership in Clifton. In the world of midsize trucks, one stands out among the rest. Find out why it's the Chevy Colorado at our Chevy dealership near you.
Disclaimer:
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Schumacher Chevrolet of Clifton
999 Route 46 East
Clifton, NJ 07013
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