Does the 2023 Chevrolet Colorado need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$360extra a year
- Premium listed for the Work Truck Crew Cab RWD.
- All 7 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 20% of 15 trucks (2023) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Work Truck Crew Cab RWD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 2WD Crew Cab LT | 2.7L | Premium | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Work Truck Crew Cab 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 16 to 21 | N/A | N/A |
| LT Crew Cab 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Trail Boss Crew Cab 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Z71 Crew Cab 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| ZR2 Crew Cab 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 16 | $2,400 | $2,850 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Chevrolet Colorado | Work Truck Crew Cab RWD | Premium |
| 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 2WD Reg Cab 126" Work Truck | Regular |
| 2023 Toyota Tacoma | SR Access Cab 6' Bed I4 AT RWD | Regular |
| 2023 Ford Ranger | XL SuperCab RWD | Regular |
| 2023 GMC Canyon | 2WD Crew Cab Elevation | Regular |
| 2023 Nissan Frontier | S King Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2023 Ford Maverick | XL FWD SuperCrew | Premium |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree