Pick-up truck craze..Chevrolet Colorado vs Ford Ranger
Jun 09, 2025
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When it comes to pickup trucks, you can choose American brands. Currently, Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado are on sale in Korea. We compared the two new models in Autoblog, an overseas automobile media outlet. Americans love pickup trucks, but the price of many full-size pickup trucks has skyrocketed over the past decade, leading many consumers to move to mid-size.
The Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado aren't as strong as large pickups, but they have a good balance of affordability and proven performance.Based on the unique originality of the U.S., mid-sized pickup trucks are still attracting attention amid fierce competition.Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado have undergone relatively minor changes in their 2025 model except for one.
The biggest change is concentrated in Colorado. The 2.7-liter turbocharger four-cylinder engine is the only powertrain.Other than that, only a few new color and basic specification changes will apply to both mid-size pickup trucks. Mid-size trucks have gotten bigger, but they are still smaller than full-size pickup trucks.
But both the Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado boast enough output to tow heavy loads and drive long hours on and off road.Whatever model you choose, the turbocharger four-cylinder engine is standard. Relatively, the ranger may select a variety of options.
The key to the 2025 Ford Ranger is a 2.3-liter turbocharger four-cylinder engine. It exerts 270 horsepower and 42.9 kgf.m of torque.The upper model is equipped with a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, which produces 315 horsepower and 55.3 kgf.m of torque. Both engines are combined with a 10-speed automatic transmission.
A properly equipped Ford Ranger can tow up to about 3300 kg. All 2025 Chevrolet Colorado models feature a 2.7-liter turbocharger four-cylinder engine, generating 310 horsepower and 59.4 kgf.m of torque.Power is transmitted through an eight-speed automatic transmission. Colorado also has a maximum traction of about 3,300 kg.The Chevrolet Colorado off-road version has the same engine as the lower trim, but the Ranger does not.
The off-road Ranger Raptor (based on North America) is equipped with a 3.0-liter twin turbo V6 engine that exerts 405 horsepower and 61.6 kg·m of torque. Like the lower trim, the Ranger Raptor is equipped with a 10-speed automatic transmission.A medium-sized truck doesn't have to be complicated. While some automakers are looking to load as many features as possible, Ford and Chevrolet have opted to keep it simple.
Both medium-sized pickup trucks are only available in a single crew cap configuration with a bed about 152 cm long. Single-cap or extended-cap configuration, or longer bed, cannot be selected. The Ford Ranger has become more modern by redesigning the interior from 2024.
8-inch digital instrument panel and 10.1-inch touchscreen display are standard specifications. It is also compatible with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.If touchscreen manipulation is burdensome, many physical manipulation buttons with rangers can be useful. If you want a more luxurious interior, you can choose the Lariat trim, which starts at $43,880 (about 59.5 million won). This trim includes leather front and rear heating seats and a 10-speaker B&O sound system.
Chevrolet Colorado is also tough.It has an 11.3-inch touchscreen display larger than the Ranger and an 11-inch digital instrument panel. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are also basic specifications.If you want a sportier design, I recommend the Z71, which starts at $43,900 (about 59.55 million won).The jet black interior and red point stand out.
18-inch sports wheels and LED headlamps complete the imposing atmosphere of Colorado.If you want a stronger off-road experience, ZR2 is the best option in the Colorado lineup. This trim includes a 3-inch lift-up trim with a variety of specifications, including high-performance suspensions and off-road performance displays.
There are great competitive models in the mid-size pickup truck market, including the Ford Ranger and Chevrolet Colorado.Designed to provide similar performance to the submodels of full-size pickup trucks, the Ranger and Colorado are perfect for weekend outings.If you want a vehicle that drives every day, remember that the Ranger is more fuel efficient.
The Chevrolet Colorado has less price burden, and the Ford Ranger boasts a cooler look.When it comes to medium-sized pickup trucks, it is important not to miss out on the innovation and originality of the American brand.
Both Chevrolet Colorado and Ford Ranger are on sale in the country. Unlike North America, the Ranger is just sad about one power train with a 2.0-liter diesel engine that has a maximum power of 205 horsepower.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
