Does the 2025 Chevrolet Colorado need premium gas?
Yes. Premium.
$343extra a year
- Premium listed for the 2WD Crew Cab WT.
- All 9 trims list premium.
- Required or only recommended: the data does not say.
- 21% of 14 trucks (2025) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2WD Crew Cab WT | 2.7L | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Work Truck Crew Cab RWD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 4WD Crew Cab WT | 2.7L | Premium | 20 | $1,920 | $2,280 |
| 2WD Crew Cab LT | 2.7L | Premium | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Crew Cab LT 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Crew Cab Trail Boss 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Crew Cab Z71 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
| Crew Cab ZR2 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 18 | $2,133 | $2,533 |
| Crew Cab Work Truck 4WD | 2.7L 4cyl | Premium | 19 | $2,021 | $2,400 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Chevrolet Colorado | 2WD Crew Cab WT | Premium |
| 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Work Truck Regular Cab RWD | Regular |
| 2025 Toyota Tacoma | SR XtraCab 6' Bed AT RWD | Regular |
| 2025 Ford Ranger | SuperCrew Raptor 4WD | Premium |
| 2025 GMC Canyon | 2WD Crew Cab Elevation | Regular |
| 2025 Nissan Frontier | King Cab 4x2 S | Regular |
| 2025 Ford Maverick | XL AWD | Regular |
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