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2010 Chevrolet Colorado

US · Pickup · Small Pickup Trucks 2WD

The 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is listed in the US market as a pickup with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine
Varies by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder, 5.3L 8-cylinder
Transmission
Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Drivetrain
Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD
Fuel
Gasoline
Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:
Engine / Powertrain
2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder, 5.3L 8-cylinder
Combined Economy
16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) combined
Drivetrain
RWD, 4WD
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.
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Engine

Engine
SpecificationValueSource
EngineVaries by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder, 5.3L 8-cylinder
Displacement2.9 L to 5.3 L
Cylinders4 to 8
Fuel typeGasoline

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
SpecificationValueSource
TransmissionVaries by configuration: Automatic, Manual
Gears4 to 5
DrivetrainVaries by configuration: RWD, 4WD

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
SpecificationValueSource
Combined16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)
City14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km)
Highway19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 25 mpg (9.4 L/100 km)

Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.

Trims and configurations

16 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 8, 2026.

  • 12V594000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

    General Motors is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon vehicles manufactured from November 9, 2009, through August 28, 2012, for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 113, "Hood Latch System." The hood may be missing the secondary hood latch.

    Remedy: General Motors will notify owners and instruct them to inspect their vehicle for the presence of a secondary hood latch. Dealers will replace the hood on any affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January…

    Reported December 19, 2012. View on NHTSA

  • 10V575000: CHILD SEAT

    GM IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2011, CHEVROLET COLORADO, GMC CANYON, MODEL YEAR 2006, ISUZU I-280/I-350, AND MODEL YEAR 2007-2008, I-290/I-370, REGULAR CAB VEHICLES AND EXTENDED CAB VEHICLES WITHOUT A REAR SEAT AND EQUIPPED WITH A FRONT 60/40 SPLIT BENCH SEAT. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 225, "CHILD RESTRAINT…

    Remedy: DEALERS WILL CUT A HOLE INTO THE BACK PANEL TRIM COVER TO ALLOW ACCESS TO THE TOP TETHER ANCHOR FOR THE FRONT CENTER SEAT POSITION AND WILL PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION AS TO USE IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET…

    Reported November 18, 2010. View on NHTSA

Data sources

  • EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 7, 2026 · US Government public data
  • NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 15, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: November 7, 2026

Data verified: November 7, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado have?

Varies by configuration: 2.9L 4-cylinder, 3.7L 5-cylinder, 5.3L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado?

Combined fuel economy is 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: Varies by configuration: RWD, 4WD.

Are there recalls for the 2010 Chevrolet Colorado?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 8, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.