2017 Chevrolet Colorado Specifications Overview
The 2017 Chevrolet Colorado is certified across 10 configurations with 3.6L 6-Cylinder Engine, 2.8L Turbo-Diesel Engine, 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine powertrain options. Available drivetrain layouts include Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel Drive paired with Automatic 8-spd or Automatic 6-spd or Manual 6-spd. EPA classified under the Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD / Small Pickup Trucks 2WD / Small Pickup Trucks 4WD size category.
Certified Powertrain & Transmission Configurations (10)
Official laboratory certification specifications for each factory engine, transmission, and drivetrain permutation
| Configuration / Model | Engine & Displacement | Cylinders | Induction / Tech | Transmission | Drivetrain | Fuel System |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Cab Chassis 2WD Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD | 3.6L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Colorado 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 2.8L Turbo-Diesel Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Diesel |
| Colorado 4WD Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 2.8L Turbo-Diesel Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel |
| Colorado 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Colorado 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Colorado 4WD Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Colorado 2WD Small Pickup Trucks 2WD | 3.6L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 8-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Colorado ZR2 4WD Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 2.8L Turbo-Diesel Engine | 4 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Diesel |
| Colorado 4WD Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular |
| Colorado ZR2 4WD Small Pickup Trucks 4WD | 3.6L 6-Cylinder Engine | 6 | Naturally Aspirated | Automatic 8-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular |
Regulatory Classification & Safety Architecture
Federal classification standards and standard active driver assistance system capabilities
EPA Regulatory Size Class
- Special Purpose Vehicle 2WD
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
NHTSA NCAP Body Formats
- 2017 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC 4WD
- 2017 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC 4WD
- 2017 Chevrolet Colorado PU/EC RWD
- 2017 Chevrolet Colorado PU/CC RWD
Active Safety Technology
Evaluated under federal safety compliance standards.
Powertrain, transmission, drivetrain, and regulatory classification specifications on this page are derived directly from the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) official laboratory certification registries.
Local Production Store Compiled: August 2026 • Deterministic Audited Dataset • Zero Dynamic External API Runtime Latency.